Immigration reform bill intrigues gay advocates
Washington Blade National News Oct 23 09
Immigration reform bill intrigues gay advocates Lawmaker says measure aims to keep families together By Chris Johnson Friday, October 23, 2009 Gay rights supporters on Capitol Hill are looking to an Illinois congressman for inclusion in his upcoming immigration reform bill that's expected to appeal to more liberal members of the U.S. House. Rep. Luis Gutierrez (D-Ill.) on Tuesday issued a statement of core principles for his planned comprehensive reform legislation, which includes a belief in family “as a cornerstone of our immigration system.” “Family is the bedrock of our society, and immigration reform must support strong, united families and treat all immigrant families fairly and equally,” says the statement. Full story...
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Gay partnership measure approved by Wash. state voters
Washington Blade National News Nov 13 09
Gay partnership measure approved by Wash. state voters By Staff & Wire Reports Friday, November 13, 2009 OLYMPIA, Wash.
Senate panel hears ENDA testimony
Washington Blade National News Nov 13 09
Senate panel hears ENDA testimony GOP senators, trans witnesses absent from hearing By Chris Johnson Friday, November 13, 2009 A Senate hearing last week for the Employment Non-Discrimination Act alternated between tales of discrimination and wrangling over the bill's exemptions for religious groups.
Guessing game in New York
Washington Blade National News Nov 13 09
Guessing game in New York Paterson to push marriage bill next week after false start By Chris Johnson Friday, November 13, 2009 New York's governor and state Senate leaders announced this week they're committed to a vote on same-sex marriage legislation by the end of this year.
'Don't Ask' repeal may come in 2010 as amendment
Washington Blade National News Nov 13 09
'Don't Ask' repeal may come in 2010 as amendment Action expected soon on ENDA, federal DP benefits By Chris Johnson Friday, November 13, 2009
The effort to repeal “Don't Ask, Don't Tell” will likely come next
year as an amendment to the Defense Department spending bill, rather
than through a standalone bill, according to gay Rep.
Running into 'a DOMA problem' in health care reform
Washington Blade National News Nov 06 09
Running into 'a DOMA problem' in health care reform Questions linger as advocates praise LGBT provisions By Chris Johnson Friday, November 06, 2009 As gay rights supporters praise the House's recently unveiled health care bill for its LGBT and HIV/AIDS provisions, some acknowledge the Defense of Marriage Act could restrict benefits from flowing to LGBT people, depending on how the administration interprets the statute.
Parker heads to runoff in Houston mayoral race
Washington Blade National News Nov 06 09
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
Washington Blade National News Nov 06 09
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.
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