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For a long time, opponents of same-sex marriage — and gay rights in general — have managed to put a friendly face on their efforts.
With the exception of a few zany whackos, like the Westboro Baptist Church in Kansas, the message has...
Ask anyone, even those deemed most popular, and there will be a memory of some incident proving a sad reality: kids can be cruel. Kids can also be kind, stunningly so. But, even well-intentioned people (of all ages) often feel pressured to mock...
The ruling Conservatives wasted little time trying to douse a firestorm of concern over the legality of same-sex marriages for foreign couples who married in Canada. According to this Globe and Mail article:
All same sex marriages performed in...
The Globe and Mail is reporting that thousands of non-Canadian gay couples who flocked to Canada to get married, may not be legally wed after all. Why? Well, a federal government lawyer’s submission in a same-sex divorce case being heard in...
This Sunday is the first day same sex couples will be able to marry legally in New York State. Some couples are already preparing to get hitched and celebrate just after midnight Sunday morning.
New York’s famous I Love NY campaign is...
Sexual Identity and Rights
May 23, 2013 — The National Council of the Boy Scouts of America has voted to allow gay Scout members, but to continue a ban on openly gay adult Scout leaders. The policy change would take effect Jan. 1, 2014.
May 23, 2013 — Members of the Boy Scouts of America voted on Thursday to allow gay members.
May 22, 2013 — Amid warnings the proposal would shatter support for the measure, Democrats backed away from a provision that would allow gay U.S. citizens to sponsor foreign-born spouses for green cards. Advocates for gay and lesbian immigration rights accused Democrats of caving in to threats.
May 13, 2013 — Minnesota is poised to become the 12th state to legalize gay marriage. Democratic Gov. Mark Dayton is expected to sign the bill on Tuesday, making Minnesota the second state in the Midwest to allow same sex couples to marry. Iowa's Supreme Court legalized it in 2009. Minnesota's embrace of gay marriage caps a dramatic political story that's dominated state politics for two years.
May 6, 2013 — When Americans marry noncitizens, their spouses become eligible for green cards and many of the benefits of citizenship — unless the couples are gay or lesbian. Some Democrats are hoping to extend the same benefits to same-sex couples by amending the immigration bill before the Senate.
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UpNorth ForumFreedom to Marry Forum in Canton
Nearly 100 people gathered at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Canton for the "Freedom to Marry" forum in April 2004. St. Lawrence County gay and lesbian couples, supporters of same-sex marriage and clergy shared their experiences.
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The Prism, Gay & Lesbian Concerns Group of Northern New York
AMPA advocates for the rights of partners and spouses of same-sex couples in the military.
How same-sex military couples feel about benefits news
Watertown, NY, Feb 12, 2013 — Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta announced yesterday that in line with the repeal of the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy, some spousal benefits will be given to same-sex service members and their partners.
The federal law known as the Defense of Marriage Act still prohibits many of the major spousal benefits, like housing and health care, from being extended to same-sex couples. But Panetta's announcement still had advocates for gay service members cheering. Go to full article
The federal law known as the Defense of Marriage Act still prohibits many of the major spousal benefits, like housing and health care, from being extended to same-sex couples. But Panetta's announcement still had advocates for gay service members cheering. Go to full article
Same-sex marriage votes shape GOP primary
Albany, NY, Sep 12, 2012 — Tomorrow's Republican primary vote across New York is being shaped by last year's vote on same-sex marriage.
Some GOP lawmakers, including Assemblywoman Janet Duprey from Clinton County and state Senator Roy McDonald from Saratoga County, crossed party lines to support gay marriage. Now they face challenges from more conservative Republicans who say the vote was a mistake. Go to full article
Some GOP lawmakers, including Assemblywoman Janet Duprey from Clinton County and state Senator Roy McDonald from Saratoga County, crossed party lines to support gay marriage. Now they face challenges from more conservative Republicans who say the vote was a mistake. Go to full article
Remembering a gay landmark in Burlington
Burlington, VT, Jun 29, 2012 — June is traditionally Pride Month for the lesbian, gay, bi-sexual and transgender community - a month that celebrates the diversity and culture around the community. The month typically culminates in a parade or Pride Festival. In our region, Pride events were held earlier this month in Syracuse and Albany. Ottawa and Montreal will hold festivals and parades in August. Burlington's Pride event will be held the weekend of September 22nd.
Six years ago this month, the gay bar known as 135 Pearl closed its doors in Burlington. It's now a Papa John's pizzeria. But for more than 10 years it was a mainstay in the gay community. Sarah Ward is a recent graduate of the Documentary Studies program at Burlington College. She never went to Pearl's, but was fascinated by the hole created when the bar closed. She produced this audio postcard. Go to full article
Six years ago this month, the gay bar known as 135 Pearl closed its doors in Burlington. It's now a Papa John's pizzeria. But for more than 10 years it was a mainstay in the gay community. Sarah Ward is a recent graduate of the Documentary Studies program at Burlington College. She never went to Pearl's, but was fascinated by the hole created when the bar closed. She produced this audio postcard. Go to full article
Governor Andrew Cuomo praises Obama's support for same-sex marriage
Albany, NY, May 10, 2012 — Governor Cuomo, who won national praise and attention for championing the passage of same sex marriage in New York, calls President Obama's support of gay marriage a "major... Go to full article
Finding peace after cruelty
Canton, NY, Apr 19, 2012 — A Kentucky man who survived childhood abuse and learned to forgive will share his story with audiences in Canton and Potsdam.
You might remember Nathan Hoskins'... Go to full article
You might remember Nathan Hoskins'... Go to full article
New church offers hope to those who feel marginalized
Saranac Lake, NY, Mar 13, 2012 — A new, ecumenical church community has been formed in Saranac Lake that's trying to appeal to those who feel marginalized by the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. The... Go to full article
Soldiers react to end of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell"
Watertown, NY, Sep 23, 2011 — The military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy of dealing with gay service members officially ended this week. Now, gay soldiers, sailors, marines and airmen can serve openly... Go to full article
Evangelical group files suit against same-sex marriage
Albany, NY, Jul 26, 2011 — One day after same sex marriage became legal in New York State, a lawsuit has been filed by some religious groups, saying the Senate violated legal procedures when it... Go to full article
First same-sex marriages made in New York
Albany, NY, Jul 25, 2011 — Gay couples dressed in everything from tuxes and gowns, to T-shirts, as they said their vows and raised their marriage certificates in triumph yesterday. New York yesterday... Go to full article
Same-sex marriage now the law, Cuomo says, even if some officials don't like it
Albany, NY, Jul 13, 2011 — Governor Cuomo says he "understands" the point of view of opponents of gay marriage who plan to protest during New York's first same sex marriages later this month. But he... Go to full article
