Rep. Baldwin seeks funds for LGBT health research
Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin has made it her goal to pass legislation that would fund federal research into sexual orientation and gender identity. She ultimately plans
“Movement Malpractice?” Jennifer Chrisler Responds to Criticism over Attending White House Events
Today, our own Executive Director, Jennifer Chrisler, wrote a guest post for Pam’s House Blend. We’re proud to be cross-posting her statements and Pam Spaulding’s
Congratulations to Equality North Carolina: NC House Passes Anti-Bullying Bill for Schools
Yesterday afternoon, June 23rd, the North Carolina House passed House Bill 548, the School Violence Prevention Act by a margin of 58-57. The bill now
Huffington Post: Sen. Kristen Gillibrand Supports LGBT Service Members
On The Huffington Post, Senator Kristen Gillibrand (D-NY) declares her support for the repeal of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell. The following is an excerpt from
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
U.S. Conference of Mayors Passes Resolution Supporting the Freedom to Marry
On Monday, June 15th, the U.S. Conference of Mayors passed a resolution in support of ending discrimination against same-sex couples in marriage. “The mayors’ leadership
Recognizing Florida Families: Miami Passes Domestic Partnership Ordinance
Remember a few years back when any forward movement on relationship recognition for same-sex couples and families was front page news, at least in the
Congress Hears Testimony on LGBT-inclusive Healthy Families Act
Progress has been made to pass the Healthy Families Act, an act which will provide seven paid sick days a year for workers to recover
Annise Parker, out gay mom, runs for mayor of Houston
How difficult is it to be openly gay and a politician? Many politicians believe fear it to be the kiss of death, campaign-wise. The reasons
Clinton, Obama issue pride proclamation for June
On June 1st, Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton issued remarks in support of LGBT rights and in honor of the beginning of LGBT Pride Month. Sec.
In gratitude and grief: thoughts on the death of Dr. Tiller and what it means for LGBT families
We’re pleased to bring you the following guest post by Terry Boggis. Terri is the Director of Center Kids at the LGBT Center in NYC, a family
