Mike Huckabee is asked by Newsmax if he thinks the GOP will pivot to support marriage equality: “They might. And if they do, they’re going to lose a … [Read more...] about Mike Huckabee: Evangelicals Will ‘Take a Walk’ if GOP Supports Marriage Equality – VIDEO
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What To Watch For: ‘Standing’ in the Supreme Court’s DOMA Case, Windsor v. United States
BY ARI EZRA WALDMANOn Tuesday and Wednesday, March 26 and 27, the Supreme Court will hear more than 3 hours of arguments in the challenges to … [Read more...] about What To Watch For: ‘Standing’ in the Supreme Court’s DOMA Case, Windsor v. United States
Tony Perkins: If 2016 GOP Presidential Candidate Abandons Marriage, We’ll Create a Third Party
The Hill reports that same-sex marriage makes the 2016 Republican field "fraught with danger" for any candidate: “Any presidential … [Read more...] about Tony Perkins: If 2016 GOP Presidential Candidate Abandons Marriage, We’ll Create a Third Party
RNC Releases Report Calling for Sweeping Party Reforms, Eyes Gay and Younger Voters: READ IT
The Republican National Committee released a sweeping report on Monday with points and recommendations aimed at helping the party recover from losses … [Read more...] about RNC Releases Report Calling for Sweeping Party Reforms, Eyes Gay and Younger Voters: READ IT
Scott Walker Sees GOP Far Removed From Reality: VIDEO
David Gregory and the Meet the Press round table today spent some time discussing Ohio Sen. Rob Portman's announcement that he's bucking Republican … [Read more...] about Scott Walker Sees GOP Far Removed From Reality: VIDEO
Will Portman Says He’s ‘Especially Proud’ of His Dad for Coming Out for Marriage Equality
As you may know, Senator Rob Portman (R-OH) last night became the first sitting Republican U.S. Senator to support marriage equality, telling … [Read more...] about Will Portman Says He’s ‘Especially Proud’ of His Dad for Coming Out for Marriage Equality
Does Senator Rob Portman Still Believe Businesses Should Be Able to Fire His Son for Being Gay? – VIDEO
Senator Rob Portman (R-OH), who last night became the first sitting Republican Senator to come out for marriage equality, a decision he made … [Read more...] about Does Senator Rob Portman Still Believe Businesses Should Be Able to Fire His Son for Being Gay? – VIDEO
Illinois Republican Party Hedges on Plans to Oust Chair Pat Brady for His Support of Marriage Equality
As Steve mentioned last month, Illinois Republican Chairman Pat Brady has been under fire from some members of his party angry that he had urged … [Read more...] about Illinois Republican Party Hedges on Plans to Oust Chair Pat Brady for His Support of Marriage Equality
Gays Find Place at CPAC
This year's Conservative Political Action Conference had barred gay groups Log Cabin Republicans and GOProud from officially participating. … [Read more...] about Gays Find Place at CPAC
MSNBC’s Chris Hayes and Panel Look at CPAC and the GOP’s Trajectory on Gay Rights, Marriage: VIDEO
MSNBC's Chris Hayes and his panel took a lengthy look at CPAC and the GOP's trajectory on same-sex marriage over the weekend.Check it out, … [Read more...] about MSNBC’s Chris Hayes and Panel Look at CPAC and the GOP’s Trajectory on Gay Rights, Marriage: VIDEO