Unless you were living in a cave you should be aware that a week ago Tuesday the people of Maine decided to pass on marriage rights for same-sex couples. Commentators described it as not only “a harsh blow to the gay marriage drive,” but “a major set back to gay rights,” and “a tremendous and [...]
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Last night at the Human Rights Campaign dinner President Barack Obama delivered his first big speech on lgbt issues since becoming President. There was much anticipation for the speech, as some in the gay community feel that the President has not moved fast enough on the issues affecting our community.
What is “an LGBT Issue”?
But what [...]
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