Illinois

Chicago Cardinal Francis George Says Gay Marriage is an Irrational Concept

Kyler Geoffroy August 31, 2013

As pressure builds for Illinois lawmakers to take up the failed gay marriage bill again in the fall, opponents will be doubling down in an … [Read more...] about Chicago Cardinal Francis George Says Gay Marriage is an Irrational Concept

Andy Towle August 28, 2013

Former Illinois Republican Party Chair Pat Brady, who resigned in May after being targeted by his own party following months of controversy over his … [Read more...] about Illinois RNC Chair Ousted for Gay Marriage Support Hired by ACLU to Lobby GOP on Marriage Equality Bill

Sean Mandell August 16, 2013

Coupon giant Groupon has today posted a video offering their support for marriage equality in Illinois:"We are a stronger company and community … [Read more...] about Groupon Advocates For Marriage Equality in Illinois: VIDEO

RJ Aguiar July 29, 2013

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania issued the 12-page earlier today, citing Windsor v. UnitedStates and the death … [Read more...] about Pennsylvania Court: Lesbian Widow Is Entitled To Survivors Benefits

Andy Towle July 17, 2013

Illinois advocates are not giving up on marriage equality, refreshing the battle with the launch of a new $2 million statewide campaign, the AP … [Read more...] about $2 Million Marriage Equality Campaign Launched in Illinois

Andy Towle July 9, 2013

Lambda Legal and the ACLU of Illinois will file a motion for summary judgment and request a swift ruling in favor of the freedom to marry in Illinois, … [Read more...] about ACLU and Lambda Legal to Seek Summary Judgment in Lawsuit Seeking Marriage Equality in Illinois

Andy Towle June 3, 2013

Illinois House Democrats have issued a formal apology to advocates, supporters, and families for not voting on marriage equality last week: Like you, … [Read more...] about Illinois House Democrats Apologize for Marriage Equality Bill Fizzle

Andy Towle June 1, 2013

Does the Illinois marriage equality bill still have a chance? That's what seems to be suggested given a quiet Friday night move by Illinois House … [Read more...] about Illinois House Speaker Extends Marriage Equality Bill’s Deadline for Approval to August 31

Andy Towle June 1, 2013

So why did a promised marriage equality vote in Illinois fail to happen? The finger-pointing has begun, big time.As reported by Towleroad last night, … [Read more...] about Why Did the Illinois Marriage Equality Vote Fizzle? — VIDEO