Entries Categorized as 'equality'

Literacy: Obviously not a strong suit for those ‘traditional’ marriage supporters

Date September 22, 2009

Just so we’re clear, here’s what the question will read for Maine voters, according to Ballotpedia: “Do you want to reject the new law that lets same-sex couples marry and allows individuals and religious groups to refuse to perform these marriages?”
Now watch this video:

See the disconnect? Nowhere in the law is education mentioned. Which [...]

And now we may celebrate in the month we’ve always celebrated

Date June 2, 2009

In a little tidbit of gay-friendly news, Obama is celebrating gay pride with us this year, following in Bill Clinton’s footsteps by publicly saying so:
“LGBT Americans have made, and continue to make, great and lasting contributions that continue to strengthen the fabric of American society. There are many well-respected LGBT leaders in all professional fields, [...]

Happy Birthday, Harvey Milk!

Date May 22, 2009

In honor of what would have been Harvey Milk’s 79th birthday, I dedicate this post to a man who, even in death, continues to touch the lives of millions. The world is a better place thanks to Harvey Milk, and we continue on, working to further spread peace, love, acceptance, and hope the world over.
Just [...]

Civil Disobedience and Proposition 8

Date March 12, 2009

I have a few questions for people in the world who support California’s Proposition 8. I keep a close eye on what those heterosexuals who are so fascinated by us gay folks are up to (such as the creepy and almost incestuous duo of father and daughter that comprises the Traditional Values Coaliton), and thanks [...]

Standing up for marriage equality

Date March 3, 2009

From my inbox, the Courage Campaign sends this update.
You don’t want to miss this.
On Wednesday, March 4 — the night before the state Supreme Court hears oral arguments on the validity of Prop 8 — Californians will stand together in at least 27 vigils across the state to send a unified message that the inalienable [...]