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Obama cheered at Pride event

Washington Blade National News  Jul 03 09

Obama cheered at Pride event President pledges to end 'Don't Ask,' overturn anti-gay Defense of Marriage Act By Chris Johnson Friday, July 03, 2009 Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender leaders enthusiastically cheered President Obama and shouted “I love you!” during a White House celebration this week commemorating Pride and the 40th anniversary of the Stonewall riots.

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N.Y. marriage vote could come 'very soon'

Washington Blade National News  Jun 26 09

N.Y. marriage vote could come 'very soon' Amid chaos, HRC hopeful for measure By Chris Johnson Friday, June 26, 2009 Despite a feud that's engulfed the New York Senate, the Human Rights Campaign was hopeful this week the chamber would vote on same-sex marriage legislation “very soon.

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Maine activists sound alarm over referendum

Washington Blade National News  Jun 26 09

Maine activists sound alarm over referendum Defending same-sex marriage could cost $10 million By Chris Johnson Friday, June 26, 2009 Maine activists are seeking help from around the country in defending the state's new marriage law from a possible referendum.

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Dodd backs same-sex marriage

Washington Blade National News  Jun 26 09

Dodd backs same-sex marriage Senator explains change of position in op-ed article By Staff & Wire Reports Friday, June 26, 2009 WASHINGTON — A former Democratic presidential contender once opposed to same-sex marriage now supports such unions.

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Another shot for ENDA

Washington Blade National News  Jun 26 09

Another shot for ENDA Frank says trans-inclusive bill 'on track' to pass this year By Lou Chibbaro Jr.

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Gays boycott DNC fundraiser

Washington Blade National News  Jun 26 09

Gays boycott DNC fundraiser Dems lose donations over anger at Obama administration By Chris Johnson Friday, June 26, 2009 Tension continued to build this week over a LGBT fundraiser for the Democratic National Committee with several gay invitees boycotting the event, while others who planned to attend said they would voice their frustrations to party leaders.

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Mich. lawmaker pushes for marriage recognition

Washington Blade National News  Jun 19 09

Mich. lawmaker pushes for marriage recognition Proposal faces uphill climb after 2004 amendment By Staff & Wire Reports Friday, June 19, 2009 LANSING, Mich.

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Judge says ministry can leaflet at PrideFest

Washington Blade National News  Jun 19 09

Judge says ministry can leaflet at PrideFest Apple of His Eye organization claimed threat of arrest in 2006 By Staff & Wire Reports Friday, June 19, 2009 ST.

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Activists angry over DOJ defense of DOMA

Washington Blade National News  Jun 19 09

Activists angry over DOJ defense of DOMA But lawyers say administration required to fight lawsuit By Chris Johnson Friday, June 19, 2009 Arguments made in a Justice Department motion to dismiss a federal case against the Defense of Marriage Act have angered many LGBT Americans, but legal experts say the filing shouldn't come as a surprise because the department is required to defend federal statutes.

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HRC criticizes Obama over DOMA brief

Washington Blade National News  Jun 19 09

HRC criticizes Obama over DOMA brief Solmonese says he holds president to 'a higher standard' By Chris Johnson Friday, June 19, 2009 The Human Rights Campaign is taking President Obama to task following the release of a controversial Justice Department brief that defends the Defense of Marriage Act.

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Reid pledges vote on hate crimes bill by August

Washington Blade National News  Jun 19 09

Reid pledges vote on hate crimes bill by August Report shows surge in violence against gays By Chris Johnson Friday, June 19, 2009 U.

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Senate to address hate crimes via amendment

Washington Blade National News  Jun 12 09

Senate to address hate crimes via amendment HRC calls for vote before summer's end By Chris Johnson Friday, June 12, 2009 Senate leadership has decided to address hate crimes legislation via an amendment to another bill rather than as a standalone piece of legislation, according to the Human Rights Campaign.

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Ads pulled over radio hosts' anti-trans remarks

Washington Blade National News  Jun 12 09

Ads pulled over radio hosts' anti-trans remarks Major sponsors withdraw campaigns By Staff & Wire Reports Friday, June 12, 2009 SACRAMENTO, Calif.

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Gay provision included in immigration bill

Washington Blade National News  Jun 12 09

Gay provision included in immigration bill Rep. Honda says language needed to aid 'all families' By Chris Johnson Friday, June 12, 2009 An omnibus immigration reform bill has been introduced in the U.

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HRC accused of secret deal to delay 'Don't Ask' repeal

Washington Blade National News  Jun 12 09

HRC accused of secret deal to delay 'Don't Ask' repeal Gay group calls Daily Beast report 'outright lie' By Chris Johnson Friday, June 12, 2009 Capitol Hill sources are disputing a report suggesting that LGBT rights leaders “made a deal” with federal lawmakers to hold off on pushing for a repeal of “Don't Ask, Don't Tell.

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March on Washington seen as 'bare-bones' affair

Washington Blade National News  Jun 12 09

March on Washington seen as 'bare-bones' affair Some activists skeptical about need for D.

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National news briefs

Washington Blade National News  Jun 05 09

National news briefs By Friday, June 05, 2009

Gay immigration bill hearing spurs tears

WASHINGTON — A congressional witness almost came to tears Wednesday when she spoke in support of a controversial gay immigration bill.

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Cheney endorses same-sex marriage

Washington Blade National News  Jun 05 09

Cheney endorses same-sex marriage By Chris Crain Friday, June 05, 2009 Former Vice President Dick Cheney came out in favor of same-sex marriage this week during an event at the National Press Club.

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GOP lawyer an 'eloquent' gay rights advocate

Washington Blade National News  Jun 05 09

GOP lawyer an 'eloquent' gay rights advocate Statements from former Bush attorney thrill LGBT activists By Lou Chibbaro Jr.

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N.H. governor signs same-sex marriage bill

Washington Blade National News  Jun 05 09

N.H. governor signs same-sex marriage bill State becomes sixth to approve gay unions By Chris Johnson Friday, June 05, 2009 The governor of New Hampshire on Wednesday signed legislation legalizing same-sex marriage in the state, making the Granite State the sixth in the country to approve marriage rights for gay couples.

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