Archive for June, 2013

Sims and McCarter to introduce Marriage Equality Bill in Pennsylvania House

Sims and McCarter to introduce Marriage Equality Bill in Pennsylvania House

State Reps. Brian Sims, D-Phila., and Steve McCarter, D-Montgomery/Phila., will introduce a bill in the state House of Representatives to provide civil marriage equality in Pennsylvania. Like an equivalent bill (S.B. 719) introduced by state Sen. Daylin Leach, D-Montgomery/Delaware, would provide protections for religious organizations and entities that do not wish to sanction, perform or in any way recognize same-sex civil marriages.

June 27, 2013 — Comments are Disabled — general, Same-Sex Marriage
An Open Letter to Keystone Progress

An Open Letter to Keystone Progress

Yes, we won big yesterday. Both of these decisions are huge and have major ramifications, but if we aren’t clear about what really happened, we add to the muddy understanding by the general public and that benefits no one.

June 27, 2013 — Comments are Disabled — Activism, general
Initial Thoughts about the Supreme Court’s Same-Sex Marriage Decisions.

Initial Thoughts about the Supreme Court’s Same-Sex Marriage Decisions.

There has been a slew of misinformation out there all day, and there are at least two points I want to make here right now. 1)The High Court did not strike down Prop 8. The Supreme Court made no ruling on the validity of Prop 8 at all. 2) The High Court struck down only one part of DOMA and not the whole of DOMA.

June 26, 2013 — 3 comments — Same-Sex Marriage

Help the GLCC while celebrating Pittsburgh Lesbian Correspondent’s Anniversary!

thomascwaters.com is pleased to say, “Congrats” to Pittsburgh Lesbian Correspondents longevity, and “Happy Anniversary”! Sue has helped not only the local LGBTQ community grow and thrive. By clicking the button, you can make a donation to the Gay and Lesbian Community Center of Pittsburgh as a way to celebrate the Pittsburgh Lesbian Correspondents Anniversary!

June 26, 2013 — Comments are Disabled — Activism, general
EQPA Responds to Supreme Court Decisions on the Defense of Marriage Act and Proposition 8

EQPA Responds to Supreme Court Decisions on the Defense of Marriage Act and Proposition 8

Today, the Supreme Court of the United States issued decisions in two cases involving marriage for gay couples. In the case of U.S. v. Windsor, the Justices ruled the so-called Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA), the 1993 policy that denies married same-sex couples equal protection under the law, unconstitutional. In Hollingsworth v. Perry, the Court dismissed the case, leaving in place a Federal District Court ruling that found Prop 8, California’s ban on marriage for[Read More…]

June 26, 2013 — 3 comments — Same-Sex Marriage
A SCOTUS Decision that Won’t Affect you

A SCOTUS Decision that Won’t Affect you

Excitement is high as we await the 10am Supreme Court announcements of two same-sex marriage cases. I’m anticipating lots of disappointed folks in the LGBTQ community who are seeking a very broad decision that we are unlikely to get. My hope will be that the disappointment can be quickly harnessed and turned towards positive steps forward in the struggle for full equality. I’m hoping the shock of a more narrow ruling reminds people to refocus[Read More…]

June 26, 2013 — 1 comment — Same-Sex Marriage
This is a moment when the LGBTQ Rights Movement Changes.

This is a moment when the LGBTQ Rights Movement Changes.

You could say, that now we await the decisions, but I’d like to suggest that we do more than simply wait. Use this time to relish the importance of this milestone and this moment! And use this time to prepare for how we move forward, demanding full equality for all LGBTQ persons. Some feel that the inordinate focus on Marriage has eclipsed the needs for other rights for gay, lesbian, bi, trans, and queer people. It is up to us to make sure that no one is left behind and that freedom for all, includes ALL.

June 24, 2013 — Comments are Disabled — Activism, Same-Sex Marriage
How to be Ready for the Supreme Court Decisions

How to be Ready for the Supreme Court Decisions

The US Supreme Court will hand down their decisions in the two same-sex marriage cases before them: a case to repeal section 3 of DOMA, and a case to repeal Prop 8 in California. Here are some resources to help you stay on top of this news

June 22, 2013 — 2 comments — Activism, Same-Sex Marriage

The post I wish I had not written.

As a blogger, I fail if a post itself stands in the way of people understanding the points I’m trying to make. The Dyke and Trans March is a critically important event for the participants and questioning any aspect of it comes across as questioning that importance. The bottom line is that the March is extremely important. Period.

June 22, 2013 — Comments are Disabled — general
Religious Right Threaten Supreme Court

Religious Right Threaten Supreme Court

At the heart of the battle is a religious battle for the soul or souls of America. It is the religious war we didn’t ask for, yet find ourselves fighting. For conservative Theocrats, marriage is the hill upon which they will die,

June 22, 2013 — 3 comments — Activism, American Theocracy: Analyzing the Religious Right, general
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