Illinois Civil Unions Begin, There Is Much Rejoicing (Mostly)
Today was the first day of legal civil unions in Illinois!
Log Cabin Republicans and Other Gays Ditching Obama, Voting Republican
Where are all of these gay people voting for Republicans? And who exactly do they plan on putting into the Oval Office?
Dan Choi Beaten at Moscow Pride Parade
Dan Choi, among other LGBT activists in Russia, were detained this weekend after being attacked by neo-Nazis and police.
House Passes Bill Aimed at Slowing DADT Repeal, Obama is Officially Upset
House messes with DADT. Obama fights back. Did you know that Obama officially “supports DOMA’s repeal?” ‘Cause he does. Bam.
Gay Marriage Activists Consider Actually Encouraging Racial Diversity, Admitting White People Made Prop 8
“But for myself, I certainly support the right of gay brothers and sisters to come together.”
Focus on the Family Knows They’ve “Lost” Gay Marriage, Keeps Fighting For the Thrill of the Fight
“We’re losing on that one, especially among the 20- and 30-somethings: 65 to 70 percent of them favor same-sex marriage.. we’ve probably lost that.”
Effective Pro Gay Marriage Videos, Demonstrated by Gov. Cuomo & A Guy in Minnesota
“It is not often that governors directly lobby the people of their state to get a bill passed.”
Tennessee Passes ‘Don’t Say Gay’ and ‘Do Be Racist’ Bills
The recent passing of two ‘WTF’ bills has us wondering what in Dolly’s name is going on in Tennessee. Luckily, George Takei has a solution. [WITH UPDATE]
NYT Joins Anti-Gay-Bullying Activism Epidemic with “Coming Out: Gay Teens In Their Own Words”
The New York Times has spoken with roughly 100 gay teens about their experiences – and they want to hear about yours, too.
Minnesota Will Vote on Constitutional Same-Sex Marriage Ban in 2012
“We’ve just begun to fight.”
Rhode Island House Approves Civil Unions, But With Restrictions
The bill still has to pass the Senate and be signed by the governor, but legislators say this is just a step toward full equality down the road.
ACLU Wins Fight Over Your Right to Learn Other Gays Exist Via Internet
Some high school students in Missouri can maybe access the GLSEN website as of Monday!
Alabama’s First Openly Gay Rep Isn’t Wasting Any Time, Re: LGBT Employee Rights
“Teachers in Alabama schools are afraid to come out, or even risk being thought of as gay, because they could be fired for it.”
The Unfortunately True Story of Two Lesbians Outed and Disciplined for Holding Hands
In which a principal rolls up in his golf cart, tells the lesbians to stop holding hands, calls their parents, and threatens to suspend them.
State of Nevada, Courts Give Trans People Some Justice
Today some people were finally held accountable for violence against trans people, and also employment protections in Nevada!
Becky’s Team Pick: Newt Gingrich Glitter Attack
Newt Gingrich will not support gay rights, protester will not refrain from dumping glitter on his head.
Two Supreme Court Justices Retiring: Which Dark Forces Will Harper Unleash Upon Our People?
Five of the nine justices on Canada’s Supreme Court will retire while Harper is in power. And surprisingly, you don’t need to make plans to leave the country.
Will the Murder of a Lesbian Force South Africa to Step it Up?
Even if change isn’t easy to come by regarding hate crimes, lesbians, and South Africa, the active movement to end hate crimes in the KwaZulu-Natal region is another testament to the strength of the LGBT community and the resilience of its leading activists there.
Rachel’s Team Pick: Donald Trump Isn’t Running For President
HALLELUJAH
Carmen’s Team Pick: Vote for a Lesbian
Tammy Baldwin running would be one small step for gay rights, and one giant leap for the aforementioned lesbian government takeover. So sign this petition urging her to get in the race!