News + Politics
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Ryan Speaks Out on DADT Repeal, McCain Remains Silent
Republican vice presidential candidate Paul Ryan said those still wishing to overturn the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” need to “move on” in an...
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Supreme Court Makes No Announcement on Marriage Equality Cases
The Supreme Court announced it would take up six cases in an order issued this morning, but made no announcement on the marriage equality cases...
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Gov. O'Malley Makes Pitch for Marriage Money
With about 40 days to go until the Nov. 6 election, Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley (D) made a plea yesterday to activists supporting marriage equality...
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Sen. Scott Brown to Headline Fundraiser for Gay GOP House Candidate
Backers of out gay congressional candidate Richard Tisei will host a fundraiser for the Massachusetts Republican at a private reception near Washington Circle in Foggy...
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Marriage Equality Could Return to California Next Month as Supreme Court Considers Cases
The Supreme Court’s nine justices return from their summer break today with a number of cases that could have strong implications for marriage equality awaiting...
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The Emmy Awards reward America’s “Modern” acceptance of gay TV characters
“The 64th Primetime Emmys” aired on Sunday night, and the broadcast featured a number of out gay celebrities and comedy clips. The first award given...
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Chicago politician now claims Chick-fil-A president “wants to confuse people” over gay issues
This morning, Proco Joe Moreno, an alderman for Chicago, released his response to a public rebuff he received last Friday from Dan Cathy, the President and CEO...
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Chick-fil-A head states: No changes were made; Chicago reports were “erroneous” on gay policy
Chick-fil-A has not made any changes to its “practicies and priorities” says its CEO Dan...
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Adam Lambert talks about this Tuesday’s benefit for Marylanders for Marriage Equality at the 9:30 Club
“I kind of shy away from political events and issues — not because I don’t have my own opinions, but because I find it to...
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LCR’s Annual Dinner Long on Bonhomie, Short on Endorsement
Log Cabin Republicans rallied their supporters at a fundraising event yesterday evening, but remained mum on the organization’s presidential endorsement. With less than two months...
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Danielle Moodie-Mills Named 2012 Honoree of The Root 100
“It’s an honor to be recognized alongside such an esteemed group of black leaders and trailblazers who help to shape our culture and our political...
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African-American Pastors Rally in Support of Maryland's Question 6
A group of prominent African-American religious leaders from Maryland, as well as other parts of the country, endorsed Maryland's Question 6 at a press conference...
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Obama Lauds One Year Anniversary of DADT Repeal
President Barack Obama issued a statement commemorating the one year anniversary of the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” earlier today, describing the end of...
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Friday Features Dueling Press Conferences from Both Sides of the Marriage-Equality Debate
The struggle for the media spotlight is on – on both sides of the Potomac – when it comes to marriage equality. Today, a group...
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Australian Senator Worries what Qantas Move to Dubai Means for Gays, Other Travelers
“What precautions and warning will Qantas provide unmarried passengers who are single or in de facto relationships? … Will there be warnings to gay Australians...
