Governor McDonnell, Why Are You Playing Politics With Children’s Lives?
Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell opposes regulations proposed by his Democratic predecessor that would prohibit child welfare agencies in the state from discriminating on the basis
The Institute of Medicine Report: What It Means For Your Family
Yesterday a landmark report was issued by the Institute of Medicine identifying a need for better tracking of information relating to the health and wellness
Building A Family Is Hard Enough.
When you think of Family, what ideas come to mind for you? Love? Commitment? Picnics, playdates, and home cooked meals? If you asked almost anyone
Census Takers Begin Hand Delivering 2010 Census Questionnaires to 12 Million U.S. Households
About 56,000 census workers began on March 2, 2010 hand delivering 2010 Census questionnaires to roughly 12 million addresses across the nation, mostly in rural
Breaking: District of Columbia Mayor Signs Marriage Equality Bill
Mayor Adrian Fenty exclaimed, “It’s done, everyone!” after he signed a bill this morning that would end discrimination in marriage against LGBT families in the
76% of MA Voters Favor Protecting Transgender People from Discrimination
A recent poll indicates that 76% of Massachusetts voters support passing a law prohibiting discrimination against transgender people in employment, housing, and public accommodations. Back
President Obama to Sign FY 2010 National Defense Authorization Act into Law
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate ReleaseOctober 27, 2009**MEDIA ADVISORY** President Obama to Sign FY 2010 National Defense Authorization Act into
Ohio Historical Marker Honors Dayton-born Writer: Internationally Famous Lesbian, Natalie Clifford Barney
Family Equality Council is thankful for and supports John Zimmerman, a staunch fighter for LGBT equality in Ohio. John has been instrumental in the Ohio
Family Equality Council applauds inclusion of LGBT families in the Housing and Urban Development programs
The U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Shaun Donovan announced a series of proposals to ensure that HUD programs are open to all, regardless
Movement for Equality in Taxation
On July 17, the U.S. House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee voted to remove the taxation of domestic partner benefits as part of “America’s
Fox News: Jennifer Chrisler Discusses Obama, Benefits, Next Steps
Federal Benefits: Jennifer Chrisler’s Statement to the Press
Note: Jennifer Chrisler is now on Twitter. Follow her updates on the signing ceremony and what happens next. As most of you now know, President
