In yet another step toward protecting LGBT people against job discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is urging a federal appeals … [Read more...] about EEOC Backs Fired Gay Worker’s Lawsuit: ‘Sexual Orientation Discrimination is Sex Discrimination’
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North Dakota Among 1st States to Debate Removing Gay Marriage Ban From Books
Before the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges, 31 states had constitutional amendments banning same-sex marriage. Now, state … [Read more...] about North Dakota Among 1st States to Debate Removing Gay Marriage Ban From Books
Jackie Biskupski Sworn In As Salt Lake City’s 1st Gay Mayor, As Marriage Plaintiff Derek Kitchen Joins Council
Monday was a historic occasion, to say the least, for Salt Lake City's LGBT community. With her new fiancee at her side, former state Rep. Jackie … [Read more...] about Jackie Biskupski Sworn In As Salt Lake City’s 1st Gay Mayor, As Marriage Plaintiff Derek Kitchen Joins Council
Will Any of These Republican-Controlled States Pass LGBT Nondiscrimination Laws in 2016?
Only 17 states currently ban discrimination against LGBT people in all three major areas — employment, housing and public accommodations. Another four … [Read more...] about Will Any of These Republican-Controlled States Pass LGBT Nondiscrimination Laws in 2016?
Gay Minnesota Activist, ‘Queen of Guerrilla Theater’ Tim Campbell Dies at 76
Tim Campbell, a Minneapolis gay activist and newspaper publisher who was known for his confrontational style, died from esophageal cancer on Dec. … [Read more...] about Gay Minnesota Activist, ‘Queen of Guerrilla Theater’ Tim Campbell Dies at 76
Charlotte Council to Take Up LGBT Protections Despite Threats From Anti-Gay State Lawmakers
The City Council in Charlotte, North Carolina, is expected to vote on an LGBT nondiscrimination ordinance next month, even though state lawmakers are … [Read more...] about Charlotte Council to Take Up LGBT Protections Despite Threats From Anti-Gay State Lawmakers
Houston’s Annise Parker Officially Leaves Office After 6 Years As 1st Out Gay Mayor of Major US City
Houston Mayor Annise Parker officially left office Saturday after six years leading the nation's fourth-largest city. Parker became the first … [Read more...] about Houston’s Annise Parker Officially Leaves Office After 6 Years As 1st Out Gay Mayor of Major US City
Gay Bashing, LGBT Mockery Mar Mummers Parade In Philadelphia on New Year’s Day – VIDEO
Anti-LGBT bigotry and violence marred this year's Mummers Day Parade in Philadelphia, the iconic New Year's Day event that's often referred to as … [Read more...] about Gay Bashing, LGBT Mockery Mar Mummers Parade In Philadelphia on New Year’s Day – VIDEO
Georgia Lawmaker, Ex-Baptist Pastor Plans State Version Of Heinous Anti-Gay Federal Bill
A Georgia lawmaker and former Southern Baptist pastor plans to introduce a state version of the First Amendment Defense Act — the proposed federal law … [Read more...] about Georgia Lawmaker, Ex-Baptist Pastor Plans State Version Of Heinous Anti-Gay Federal Bill
Anti-Gay Texas Lawmaker: ‘Rape Is Non-existent in Marriage, Take What You Want’
Right-wing Texas state Rep. Jonathan Stickland, who recently boasted about receiving an "F-" for his voting record on LGBT rights, is in hot water for … [Read more...] about Anti-Gay Texas Lawmaker: ‘Rape Is Non-existent in Marriage, Take What You Want’