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Pennsylvania ‘Father’ and ‘Son’ Dissolve Adoption, Get Married

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They might have legally been "father" and "son," but it's not what you think. Norman MacArthur (above left), 74, and Bill Novak, 76, of Erwinna, Pennsylvania are a … [Read more...] about Pennsylvania ‘Father’ and ‘Son’ Dissolve Adoption, Get Married

Japan Takes Tentative Step Toward Same-Sex Marriage as Tokyo Ward Recognizes Gay Partnerships

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At a Tuesday assembly, a local authority in Tokyo, Japan — the Shibuya ward — became the nation’s first jurisdiction to recognize same-sex partnerships. The partnerships will be recognized via … [Read more...] about Japan Takes Tentative Step Toward Same-Sex Marriage as Tokyo Ward Recognizes Gay Partnerships

Freedom to Marry Campaign Director Says Organization Will Disband if Supreme Court Rules for Marriage

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The Washington Blade has a new interview out today with Marc Solomon — National Campaign Director for Freedom to Marry (pictured). Probably the highlight of the interview comes … [Read more...] about Freedom to Marry Campaign Director Says Organization Will Disband if Supreme Court Rules for Marriage

‘I’m Not Gay No More’ Man Responds to Viral Video of His Megachurch Conversion

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The International Business Times reports that Andrew Caldwell, the "not gay no more" young man from the viral megachurch video, has written a response via Facebook. Ha addresses his criticism — the … [Read more...] about ‘I’m Not Gay No More’ Man Responds to Viral Video of His Megachurch Conversion

New South Wales Gay Couples’ Marriages Performed Abroad Now Recognized

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Same-sex couples in New South Wales, Australia have a new option when it comes to marriage; they are now allowed to marry in other countries and have their marital status recognized by Australian … [Read more...] about New South Wales Gay Couples’ Marriages Performed Abroad Now Recognized

Nebraska ACLU Plans to Challenge Marriage Ban

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Next Monday, the American Civil Liberties Union of Nebraska plans to file a lawsuit challenging the state's gay marriage ban. Omaha.com reports that in a recent email sent to "same-sex … [Read more...] about Nebraska ACLU Plans to Challenge Marriage Ban

Westboro Baptist Church Files Tenth Circuit Appeal to Intervene in Kansas Gay Marriage Case

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With all signs pointing to gay marriage becoming legal in Kansas tomorrow, the Westboro Baptist Church is attempting a Hail Mary appeal. On grounds of their religious beliefs, the WBC is trying to … [Read more...] about Westboro Baptist Church Files Tenth Circuit Appeal to Intervene in Kansas Gay Marriage Case

Family Research Council Files Brief with 5th Circuit in Same-Sex Marriage Case

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Anti-choice and anti-gay marriage group Family Research Council has filed a brief in opposition of same-sex marriage with the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. This is the … [Read more...] about Family Research Council Files Brief with 5th Circuit in Same-Sex Marriage Case

Nebraska University To Offer Same-Sex Spouse Health Benefits Despite Catholic Church Objections – VIDEO

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Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska, has announced that it will soon offer health benefits to employee’s same-sex spouses despite the objections of Catholic archbishop George J. Lucas Creighton … [Read more...] about Nebraska University To Offer Same-Sex Spouse Health Benefits Despite Catholic Church Objections – VIDEO