Tag: Gay Marriage
Second-Class Marriage Is Never Enough But Still Reason For Celebration
On the one hand, we want to celebrate that our relationships and our families are recognized, and on the other hand, there is no denying that second class citizenship is never enough. Separate is never equal, and we must keep
When Constitutionality Doesn’t Matter
So many activists are busy screaming about equality and equal rights, and that isn't really a bad thing. But if we don't do more to voice how our rights are connected the the founding and foundational documents of our states
Paladino Is So (Anti-)Gay And Full of BS
Carl Paladino says he doesn't want kids to think that being gay is an equally valid and successful option for life. And that was part of his softened statement.
Proposition 8 and the Battle for Marriage Continues
No matter how passionate you are about Marriage Equality, it is in your best interest to understand the nuances of Walker's decision, and what the next steps may mean. It could mean the difference between an end to Prop 8
The Public and The Private: Where Does Marriage Equality Fall?
Yet, my experience also shows me how successful the anti-gay forces have been in their attempt to define being gay as a choice and a lifestyle. In my opinion, it doesn't matter what laws we pass- as long as enough
Counter Protesting NOM
Countering NOM may make Marriage Equality supporters feel good, and let them blow off a bit of righteous steam, they also totally play into meeting NOM's needs and help them garner publicity where they might not otherwise get any. Why
Hawaii Gov Says No To Equality
Corbett has already made clear that once elected he will push for a constitutional amendment in the PA constitution that will make marriage as being only between one man and one woman, and the general consensus is that if he
Could Republicans Steal the GLBTQ Vote or Destroy Any Chance of a GLBTQ Coalition?
Republicans don't have to become gay friendly to do this either. They can still oppose all other gay, lesbian, bisexual, or trans rights, leaving the community still disempowered and victimized by our culture and political system.
Gay Marriage Ban is Underdog in Maine?
Saw a short blurb about this on Gayapolis, and the link below is to the original post on FiveThirtyEight.com. Nate Silver re-examiones his model for marriage bans to consider the upcoming Maine election. The piece is a good read, and
The Higher Lifetime Costs of Being a Gay Couple
Meaningful article detailing the “cost” of being a gay couple compared to the advantages that straight married couples enjoy. Talk about protecting special rights! I appreciate the change in focus/ perspective of this article: Much of the debate over legalizing
