Baldwin's gay health bill draws key Hill support
Washington Blade National News Jul 03 09
Baldwin's gay health bill draws key Hill support Measure could join Obama's health care reform package By Lou Chibbaro Jr. Friday, July 03, 2009 A bill introduced last week by gay U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) aimed at curtailing discrimination and disparities faced by LGBT people in the nation's health care system has so far drawn only 12 co-sponsors. But Capitol Hill observers note that one of the 12 — Rep. Henry Waxman (D-Calif.) — is a key player in the drafting of legislation to carry out President Obama's health care reform proposals. Officials with LGBT and AIDS advocacy groups say they are hopeful that Waxman will push hard to incorporate some or all of the provisions of Baldwin's bill into the final version of the sweeping health care reform measure expected to introduced soon in the Hous . Full story...
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Parker heads to runoff in Houston mayoral race
Washington Blade National News less than a day ago
Parker heads to runoff in Houston mayoral race Lesbian candidate was top vote getter in Tuesday's election By Amy Cavanaugh Friday, November 06, 2009 Houston City Controller Annise Parker was the top vote getter in Tuesday's mayoral election and now advances to a runoff next month against the runner-up, former city attorney Gene Locke.
Maine rejects marriage law
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Maine rejects marriage law Amid disappointment, questions linger over national strategy By Chris Johnson Friday, November 06, 2009 The loss of same-sex marriage rights in Maine is being called a devastating blow to the gay civil rights movement, triggering criticism of President Obama and discussion about whether national LGBT groups need to rethink their strategy.
Paterson calls lawmakers back for marriage bill
Washington Blade National News Oct 30 09
Paterson calls lawmakers back for marriage bill By Staff & Wire Reports Friday, October 30, 2009 ALBANY, N.
N.Y. congressional race attracts nat'l attention
Washington Blade National News Oct 30 09
N.Y. congressional race attracts nat'l attention Pro-gay GOP contender faces challenge from right By Chris Johnson Friday, October 30, 2009 A GOP congressional candidate in New York who supports same-sex marriage is struggling to eke out a victory in her race — apparently because of her positions on social issues and escalating national attention to the contest — even though she's running in a Republican district.
Could ruling relax 'Don't Ask' without law change?
Washington Blade National News Oct 30 09
Could ruling relax 'Don't Ask' without law change? Source: DOD examining Witt case as way to ease enforcement By Chris Johnson Friday, October 30, 2009 The Defense Department is examining whether a ruling in a lawsuit challenging “Don't Ask, Don't Tell” could be used to relax enforcement of the policy without changing the law, according to a Senate aide.
LGBT senior, housing issues win attention
Washington Blade National News Oct 30 09
LGBT senior, housing issues win attention Obama administration acts to aid elders, study discrimination By Lou Chibbaro Jr.
Congress approves funds for Ryan White renewal
Washington Blade National News Oct 30 09
Congress approves funds for Ryan White renewal By Staff & Wire Reports Friday, October 30, 2009 The U.
Obama signs hate crimes bill
Washington Blade National News Oct 30 09
Obama signs hate crimes bill Measure named for Matthew Shepard becomes law after 10-year fight By Chris Johnson Friday, October 30, 2009 Flanked by Defense Department officials and members of Congress, President Obama on Wednesday signed into law an LGBT hate crimes measure as part of a massive Pentagon spending bill.
Lesbian mayoral candidate faces hurdle in Houston
Washington Blade National News Oct 30 09
Lesbian mayoral candidate faces hurdle in Houston Even if Parker wins the most votes, race might end with runoff By Friday, October 30, 2009 Annise Parker faces several candidates in an election set for Nov.
Udall asks Pentagon brass for views on 'Don't Ask'
Washington Blade National News Oct 23 09
Udall asks Pentagon brass for views on 'Don't Ask' Udell sits on Senate Armed Services Committee By Staff & Wire Reports Friday, October 23, 2009 WASHINGTON — Top Pentagon officials are being asked to make known their views on “Don't Ask, Don't Tell” within 30 days, according to a U.
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