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Spare 3 Minutes for Marriage Equality in New Jersey?
If you can spend weekdays calling your legislator once a day anytime, anywhere from 9-5 pm to vote on marriage equality, please fill out this form!...
Queers United • Dec 2, 2009
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Connecticut: AG Richard Blumenthal Urged To Defend State Law: Marriage Equality
In addition to Attorney General Richard Blumenthal having a duty to defend state law, defending marriage equality just so happens to be the politically expedient thing to do as well. The majority of Connecticut citizens support marriage equality and those numbers continue to grow.
Actions to take during August 10th-14th:
Call: (860)-808-5318 & Fax: (860)-808-5387
Email: attorney.general@po.stat...
Queers United • Aug 10, 2009
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Equality Forward - New Study Released on LGBT People of Color
Key findings of the report:
* Voices of LGBT POC are not at the forefront of groups fighting to end racial injustice as well as in LGBT equality groups.
* LGBT POC share the same concerns as the rest of the population and have broader issues beyond LGBT specific ones. They are concerned with health care and economic priorities.
* More than 50% of LGBT POC feels as though the Church tr...
Queers United • Aug 8, 2009
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Eight Words and Phrases to Avoid in LGBT Communications
Language is key to our battle for equality and acceptance. Below is a list of eights words and phrases to avoid when discussing LGBT topics....
Queers United • Aug 8, 2009
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Steps to Take to Protect Marriage in Maine
Just a few months ago the state of Maine made history by legalizing equal marriage, but right wing opponents are ready to bring the issue to a vote on the ballot come November. Mainers are equally split similarly to how the voting turned out in California's proposition 8 on whether same-sex couples should have the right to marry....
Queers United • Jul 5, 2009
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Harrah's Hotel and Casino Pleads for Gay Equality on Economic Grounds
The Harrah's chain of Las Vegas casinos and hotels has written a letter to Nevada's legislature warning about a potential loss in gay tourism if Gov. Gibbons vetoes that state's pending domestic partners bill....
Queers United • May 23, 2009
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Urge Maryland Attorney General and Governor to Review Marriage Laws
Contact AG Douglas F. Gansler and urge him to evaluate Maryland law. Even if doesn't go anywhere, it will stir up the conversation of marriage equality in the "Old Line State."...
Queers United • May 12, 2009
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Former NJ Governor Tells Republicans to Stop Fighting Gay Marriage
The former Republican Governor of New Jersey Christine Whitman in speaking to the Log Cabin Republicans has called for a repeal of the Defense of Marriage Act, and for the Republican party to remove their opposition to same-sex marriage from the GOP platform....
Queers United • Apr 20, 2009
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Nevada Governor on Domestic Partnerships: "I Don't Believe In It"
Republican Governor Jim Gibbons of Nevada has vowed to veto legislation that would give some of the rights of marriage to same-sex couples through domestic partnerships legislation....
Queers United • Apr 15, 2009
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Help Elect Bud Martin to New Hampshire State Senate
Marriage Equality is on the horizon in the state of New Hampshire. House Bill 436 has passed by 7 votes, leaving only the senate to pass it and the governor to sign it into law. Democrats do control the New Hampshire senate, but must solidify votes to ensure the passage of this important and historic piece of civil rights legislation.
On April 21st there is a special election and we must elect Bu...
Queers United • Apr 11, 2009
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Iowa Reps That Must Be Contacted to Vote Against HJR 6 (The Iowa Marriage Amendment)
Iowa legislators are being bombarded with phone calls and emails from people across the nation supporting HJR 6 (The Iowa Marriage Amendment). To get out of committee the bill needs 51 votes, same-sex marriage opponents currently have 43 on their side....
Queers United • Apr 9, 2009
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Urge California Governor to Sign Harvey Milk Day Bill
Whether you live in Palm Springs, the Central Valley, or far northern California, let the Governor know that Milk was an LGBT hero who truly changed the world and is worthy of a state day of special significance....
Queers United • Apr 8, 2009
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Governor Culver: Don't Amend the Iowa Constitution!
We need all Iowans who support equality to e-mail Governor Culver today and let him know that Iowans support the court's decision to grant the freedom to marry for same-sex couples and oppose amending the Iowa Constitution....
Queers United • Apr 5, 2009
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Rallies/Vigils for Marriage Equality in Vermont
Please attend a vigil in support of equal civil rights and the marriage equality bill. This will show strong support for equal marriage across Vermont, and to the nation at large. It is crucial to act now as the senate passed equal marriage, and the house is set to vote with the Governor threatening to veto....
Queers United • Mar 26, 2009
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Rallies Planned for CA Supreme Court Decision
Groups have begun planning a response to the California Supreme Court decision that will decide the validity of prop 8 and the existing 18,000 same-sex marriages that have been performed during the months of May-November....
Queers United • Mar 12, 2009
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Anti-Gay Hate Group Allowed on U. Hawaii Campus
This is unacceptable, that a non-student, non-Hawaiian hate group is allowed to come onto a campus to harass students. Please contact the chancellor immediately to revoke their permit to enter the campus, this is a safety issue, as well as a violation of the universities principles....
Queers United • Mar 10, 2009
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Lake Tahoe? I don't Think So.
An Avalanche of negative reaction has hit The Incline Village General Improvement District after this North Lake Tahoe, Nevada resort town voted last month to rescind health care insurance benefits to domestic partners of its employees.
According to Incline Village General Improvement District financial research, the move to take back domestic partnership benefits will only save the district abou...
Queers United • Mar 9, 2009
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A Display of Non-Violent Resistance
The picture shown is of a projected boycott sign on the Manchester Grand Hyatt Hotel whose owner Doug Manchester donated $125,000 to prop 8. This is a beautiful display of non-violent resistance....
Queers United • Mar 5, 2009
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Brief the White House on Issues of Equality!
Stonewall Democrats is working with the Obama Administration to address a wide-range of pro-equality issues such as employment protections, hate crimes enforcement, military readiness and family policy. What are your priorities for the White House?...
Queers United • Mar 5, 2009
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Stop the North Carolina Marriage Amendment!
With right wing legislators filing a constitutional amendment denying same-sex couples access to marriage and any other kind of relationship recognition this week, we need you to ask your elected officials not to sign on as a sponsor....
Queers United • Feb 25, 2009
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24 Hours for Marriage Equality in the Garden State
If you're fed up with inequality, join Garden State Equality for 24 HOURS FOR MARRIAGE EQUALITY....
Queers United • Feb 17, 2009
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Former President Clinton Urged to Move Speech From Boycotted Hotel
Several groups have banded together urging former President Bill Clinton not to speak at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in San Diego. The hotel is owned by Doug Manchester who donated 125,000 to proposition 8....
Queers United • Feb 12, 2009
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Florida Supreme Court Action Alert
If Wells is replaced with an ultra-conservative Justice, then lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Floridians will have a difficult time being heard in court. Plus, many of the issues that we care about, such as overturning the anti-gay adoption ban, currently heading to the court, will be jeopardized....
Queers United • Feb 12, 2009
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Act Now to Avoid Prop 8 Situation in North Carolina
Take action now to ask your legislators to oppose the amendment. Have an even greater impact by putting the message below in your own words!...
Queers United • Feb 11, 2009
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Tell Utah Representatives to Support Common Ground Initiative!
Governor Huntsman supports the Common Ground Initiative. Three recent polls indicate a majority of Utahns support basic rights for gay and transgender people. One of the most outspoken proponents of Amendment 3, BYU law professor Lynn Wardle, admits the amendment allows for certain benefits and he debunks the 'slippery slope to marriage' argument used by Common Ground Initiative opponents....
Queers United • Feb 11, 2009
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"Tell 3 Campaign" - Coming Out Isn't Enough!
The "Tell 3" campaign is being run by Equality California in an attempt to create awareness about LGBT people, our lives, and our fight for equality....
Queers United • Feb 3, 2009
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Prominent Mormons Reimbursed for Prop 8
All this may be the tip of the iceberg as new reports indicate the following people, and probably more to follow were allegedly reimbursed by the church....
Queers United • Feb 3, 2009
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Valetines Day Kiss-In Protest at LA City Hall
As quoted from their site: "They took away our rights, they made us second class citizens, and now they're trying to take away the marriages we already legally obtained. Well F that. Show them that no matter what they do to us, we are and will continue to love."...
Queers United • Feb 3, 2009
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FedEx Invokes Defense of Marriage Act to Deny Benefits
we are free to ignore your marriage...
Queers United • Feb 1, 2009
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The 'Yes I do' Campaign
If your Members of Congress have not issued public statements supporting marriage equality, this is the time to contact them. These are new times; change is in the air.
Check out a listing of congress members supporting marriage equality....
Queers United • Jan 25, 2009
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Urge Senator Robert Bunda to Side With Equality on Hawaii Civil Unions Bill
Sen. Robert Bunda, D-22nd (North Shore, Wahiawa) said he needs to get a better understanding of the legislation and will consider it even though he has been opposed to same-sex unions in the past....
Queers United • Jan 25, 2009
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Iowa Event: Let My Parents Marry!
Lambda Legal is looking for same-sex couples who want to marry and who are raising children to stand up with other families and be strong voices for marriage equality in Iowa....
Queers United • Jan 21, 2009
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Bishop Robinson's Prayer Will Be Re-Broadcast on Mall
Citizens turned out on the Mall to watch the event on giant screens tomorrow will have a second chance to see the invocation by Gene Robinson, the gay Episcopal bishop, a source at the Presidential Inauguration Committee said....
Queers United • Jan 19, 2009
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Take Action for Marriage Equality in Maine
A bill to make marriage between same-sex couples legal and to reverse the existing ban on same-sex marriage in Maine will be brought up for a vote in the legislature. The bill is sponsored by Senator Dennis Damon (D-Hancock).
The Maine Freedom to Marry Coalition is asking for people to get involved:
* Talk with your legislators and senators.
* Write a letter to the editor, and talk to t...
Queers United • Jan 16, 2009
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Anti-Gay Democrat Tim Kaine Selected as DNC Chair
Tim Kaine has been selected as chairman of the Democratic National Committee. Mr. Kaine is anti civil union and has endorsed an amendment banning same-sex marriage....
Queers United • Jan 12, 2009
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Tell the NYTimes What YOU Think About Their Editorial!
Just a few days ago the NYTimes penned this eloquent editorial on Arkansas's Act 1, the ballot measure that banned all unmarried, cohabitating couples (including all gay and lesbian couples) from fostering or adopting children in the state.
Join the Family Equality Council in praising the NY times for their positive coverage and editorials of LGBT issues....
Queers United • Jan 10, 2009
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"Get to Know me First" - Ad Campaign for LGBT Equality
In the wake of Proposition 8's passage in CA, a group of LGBT parents have come together to produce five 30-second commercials telling the stories of our families. These are the ads we never saw during the campaign, which had focus group data that steered them away from presenting the actual LGBT people.
The philosophy is, "If you are going to vote against me, get to know me first."...
Queers United • Jan 8, 2009
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Tell the new Congress: Pass the Military Readiness Enhancement Act
Call on congress to support the Military Readiness Enhancement Act, to repeal the discriminatory "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" statute banning open military service by lesbian, gay, and bisexual Americans....
Queers United • Jan 6, 2009
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Vote for Gay Rights/LGBT Issues To Be On 2009 Agenda At MoveOn.org
If you are a current MoveOn member, check your email and head to the site to vote, if not, please register and make your voice heard....
Queers United • Dec 17, 2008
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Request For "Common Ground" Between Mormons & Gays
Sign on to HRC's letter to President Monson of the LDS Church - ask him to publicly support civil unions and other pro-equality legislation in the Church's home state of Utah....
Queers United • Dec 17, 2008
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Atticus Circle Urges You to Write a Straight Friend Today
In honor of "Day Without a Gay". Atticus Circle is encouraging the LGBT and Straight community to write to at least one straight friend, neighbor, or co-worker and ask a straight person to take a public stand for LGBT equality, perhaps for the first time, by joining Atticus Circle....
Queers United • Dec 10, 2008
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Urge Vermont Governor to Support Marriage Equality
...lawmakers have been challenging the civil unions law, which does not provide full equal benefits to gay and lesbian couples....
Queers United • Nov 30, 2008
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The Honor Roll
These are famous individuals and organizations who deserve recognition for their contributions and efforts to preserve marriage for all....
Queers United • Nov 30, 2008
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HRC - Buying for Equality 2009
According to a Witeck-Combs/Market Research.com study, the buying power of the LGBT community is estimated to be $759 billion in 2009....
Queers United • Nov 28, 2008
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Arizona Prop 102 Supporting Bigots Exposed
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Queers United • Nov 24, 2008
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Obama-Biden Lay Out Plans for LGBT Community
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Queers United • Nov 18, 2008
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Prospects for Marriage Equality in New York on Thin Ice
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Queers United • Nov 18, 2008
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