In a direct response to Peter Thiel's now infamous "Who cares?" remarks he used to address the Republican National Convention in Ohio last week, New York Representative Sean Patrick Maloney answered … [Read more...] about Sean Patrick Maloney Jabs Peter Thiel for Saying ‘Who Cares’ About LGBT Rights
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WATCH LIVE: Day 4 of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia
We have made it to the finish line. Today is the final day of the Democratic National Convention and all eyes are on Hillary Clinton as she accepts her party's nomination for president. Among … [Read more...] about WATCH LIVE: Day 4 of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia
Offering Only Prayers, GOP House Leaders Block Vote On LGBT Workplace Discrimination: VIDEO
Despite offering messages and prayers of support for the victims and survivors of last weekend’s massacre in Orlando, House GOP leaders have blocked a vote on a proposal to ban federal contractors … [Read more...] about Offering Only Prayers, GOP House Leaders Block Vote On LGBT Workplace Discrimination: VIDEO
Republicans Strike Again: Energy and Water Bill Killed Over LGBT Protections
An energy and water bill was killed in the House on Thursday as the result of an ongoing battle in Congress over LGBT rights and so-called "religious freedom." Openly gay New York Rep. Sean Patrick … [Read more...] about Republicans Strike Again: Energy and Water Bill Killed Over LGBT Protections
Measure Banning LGBT Discrimination Clears House But GOP Adds Support for Bigotry
A new amendment from Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney (D-NY) which would that would ban federal contractors who discriminate against LGBT people attached to an energy and water spending bill passed the House … [Read more...] about Measure Banning LGBT Discrimination Clears House But GOP Adds Support for Bigotry
Democrats Vow to Unseat Republicans Who Switched Votes on LGBT Rights
Democrats are vowing retribution against the Republican congressmen who switched their votes on Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney's amendment to a defense spending authorization bill that would have prevented … [Read more...] about Democrats Vow to Unseat Republicans Who Switched Votes on LGBT Rights
Yesterday’s GOP Switcheroo on LGBT Equality Was More Heinous Than We Thought
Chaos erupted Thursday on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives after 7 Republicans switched their votes from "yea" to "nay" on an amendment that would have protected LGBT workers from … [Read more...] about Yesterday’s GOP Switcheroo on LGBT Equality Was More Heinous Than We Thought
Chaos Erupts in Congress As Republicans Block Measure That Would Protect LGBT Workers – WATCH
In a chaotic floor vote in the U.S. House of Representatives, an amendment to a defense authorization bill that would have blocked funding to anti-LGBT government contractors was rejected after a last … [Read more...] about Chaos Erupts in Congress As Republicans Block Measure That Would Protect LGBT Workers – WATCH
Democratic Congressmen Tweet Support for Gay Ambassador Wally Brewster Using #ImWithWally
Gay US Ambassador to the Dominican Republic Wally Brewster has faced intolerance, hate and bigotry since he was nominated for his post by President Obama in 2013. After being chosen by the … [Read more...] about Democratic Congressmen Tweet Support for Gay Ambassador Wally Brewster Using #ImWithWally
Equality California Calls Out LGBT Lawmakers for Vote on Refugee Bill
Equality California sent out a press release today scolding LGBT lawmakers for their votes in favor of HR 4038, the so-called American Security against Foreign Enemies Act. Wrote Equality … [Read more...] about Equality California Calls Out LGBT Lawmakers for Vote on Refugee Bill
