Religion and Same Sex Marriage
Part of living in a democracy is ensuring fairness and equality for all. Although we have come a long way in our struggles for civil and human rights, we all know that we still
have a long way to go on every front.
Category: LGBTQIA Rights
Repeal of DOMA is Long Past Overdue
DOMA is blatant discrimination and bigotry — subjecting same-sex couples to the tyranny of the majority. It defends no one’s marriage and only serves to harm loving couples and their families — families that deserve the same recognition and legal protections as their neighbors.
A Toast to Vermont
Today, we rejoice with same-sex couples in Vermont who can have their relationships legally recognized as the new law legalizing same-sex marriage, passed by the Vermont legislature on April 7, takes effect.
I’d Like My Equal Marriage With A Cherry On Top
To mark the auspicious occasion, Ben & Jerry’s has renamed their “Chubby Hubby” flavor ice cream to “Hubby Hubby.” I wish more brands were so supportive of equal marriage!
NOW Applauds Passage of Landmark Hate Crimes Legislation
In a campaign promise fulfilled, President Obama signed the first significant pro-lesbian, pro-woman, pro-disability rights legislation today. The Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act expands the 1969 federal hate crimes law to include sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and disability.