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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
"The Bus" moves to off-Broadway
Burlington, VT, Jul 05, 2011 — In 2006, Burlington writer James Lantz's first play, The Bus, was a surprise hit. The play, about two boys who pursue a forbidden relationship late at night in a church bus, drew crowds and glowing reviews. It's set in a small town and deals with gay teens, sexuality, religion and homophobia. An off-Broadway theater is giving Lantz an opportunity to present his play to big city audiences this fall.
James Lantz has written three other plays, including American Machine, which was a co-commissioned project of The Flynn Center for the Performing Arts. As an award-winning filmmaker, he has produced, written and directed over 200 commercial films, videos and live events. Todd Moe spoke with him about The Bus and its off-Broadway debut in October. Go to full article
James Lantz has written three other plays, including American Machine, which was a co-commissioned project of The Flynn Center for the Performing Arts. As an award-winning filmmaker, he has produced, written and directed over 200 commercial films, videos and live events. Todd Moe spoke with him about The Bus and its off-Broadway debut in October. Go to full article
Catholic diocese rededicates to teaching "authentic" marriage
Jun 28, 2011 — The Catholic Church leads opposition to New York's new law legalizing same sex marriage. In a statement over the weekend, Bishop Terry LaValley of the Diocese of Ogdensburg called the law "deeply disappointing and troubling."
The statement calls marriage between a man and a woman the only "authentic" marriage.
David Sommerstein spoke yesterday with Bishop LaValley about the new law and about his parishioners reaction to his statement. Go to full article
The statement calls marriage between a man and a woman the only "authentic" marriage.
David Sommerstein spoke yesterday with Bishop LaValley about the new law and about his parishioners reaction to his statement. Go to full article
Governor signs same sex marriage bill into law
Rensselaer, NY, Jun 27, 2011 — Governor Cuomo signed the bill allowing same-sex couples to marry in New York into law following a dramatic debate and vote on the Senate floor Friday night.
The addition of two Republicans sealed the bill's fate after they said an amendment securing religious exemptions satisfied them. The bill passed in the Senate 33-29. Go to full article
The addition of two Republicans sealed the bill's fate after they said an amendment securing religious exemptions satisfied them. The bill passed in the Senate 33-29. Go to full article
Same sex couples to converge on Albany to witness marriage vote
Rensselaer, NY, Jun 24, 2011 — Gay couples are planning to converge on Albany to witness what would be a historic vote to legalize gay marriage in New York.
A bill to legalize gay marriage... Go to full article
A bill to legalize gay marriage... Go to full article
Same sex marriage vote down in the queue
Rensselaer, NY, Jun 23, 2011 — The state Senate may decide today whether to bring a bill legalizing same sex marriage to the floor for an up or down vote. Gov. Andrew Cuomoo continues to be optimistic... Go to full article
Cuomo "cautiously optimistic" gay marriage will come to a vote
Rensselaer, NY, Jun 22, 2011 — After days of delay as Republican senators met behind closed doors, Governor Cuomo said he's "cautiously optimistic" that a same-sex marriage bill will be voted on the floor... Go to full article
As same-sex marriage supporters and opponents rally, no resolution in Senate
Rensselaer, NY, Jun 21, 2011 — The halls of the Capitol echoed with shouting and singing Monday, as pro- and anti-same-sex marriage advocates rallied. Meanwhile, high level meetings between Governor Cuomo... Go to full article
Ogdensburg shoppers weigh in on same sex marriage
Rensselaer, NY, Jun 17, 2011 — This week, it's been all about same sex marriage in Albany. Supporters, led by Governor Cuomo, have been lobbying hard for a vote in the State Senate. Now they're one vote... Go to full article
No movement on same-sex marriage--but time spent conferring as NYC rent laws expire
Rensselaer, NY, Jun 16, 2011 — The State Senate is now just one vote short on gay marriage--but it has delayed for at least one more day a decision on whether to bring the bill to the floor for a vote. ... Go to full article
Another GOP senator says he'll vote for gay marriage
Rensselaer, NY, Jun 15, 2011 — A bill legalizing gay marriage appears to need just one more vote to win approval in the state Senate. Republican Senator Roy McDonald said yesterday he supports the bill.... Go to full article
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