gay rights

Should Obama End the Ban on Gays Serving Openly in the Military?

Opinion - June 19, 2009

Check out the debate in the current U.S. News Weekly. more >>

Poll: Do You Support Obama's Order Extending Benefits to Gay Partners?

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - June 18, 2009

Do you agree with Obama's decision to extend certain benefits to gay partners of federal employees? more >>

Conservative Christians: Obama's Gay Benefits Order Approximates Marriage

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - June 17, 2009

Conservative Christians say Obama's order approximates the benefits of marriage. more >>

As Obama Extends Federal Benefits to Gay Partners, Poll Suggests Broad Support

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - June 17, 2009

A Gallup survey suggests support for extending benefits to gay partners of federal employees. more >>

While Defending It in Court, White House Vows to Repeal Defense of Marriage Act

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - June 15, 2009

The Obama administration says it must defend DOMA against legal challenges but vows to repeal it later. more >>

Hillary Clinton Eyes Gay Rights at State Dept.

By Paul Bedard - Washington Whispers - June 7, 2009

Gay and lesbian diplomats are anxiously awaiting sweeping policy reforms. more >>

Dick Cheney Supports Both Gay Marriage and a State's Right to Ban It

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - June 1, 2009

Former veep supports "any kind of union they wish," but supports states' rights. more >>

How Far Will Mormons Go to Fight Gay Marriage?

By John Aloysius Farrell - John A. Farrell - May 29, 2009

The Mormon Church should think twice before stepping up its fight against gay marriage. more >>

Have Your Views on Same-Sex Marriage Changed in the Last Year?

Opinion - May 28, 2009

A majority of Americans say: 'No, not so much.' more >>

Time to Repeal Don't Ask, Don't Tell? Most Americans Favor Gays in the Military

By Robert Schlesinger - Robert Schlesinger - May 27, 2009

Gallup finds a large majority of Americans now favor gays in the military. more >>

New Poll, California Proposition 8 Show We've Got a Ways to Go on Gay Marriage

By Robert Schlesinger - Robert Schlesinger - May 27, 2009

Along with the Prop 8 decision, it reminds us we've got a ways to go on marriage equality. more >>

California's Prop 8 Ruling Gives Sotomayor an Easier Path

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - May 26, 2009

The decision on gay marriage makes it harder for conservatives to foment outrage over activist judges. more >>

California Supreme Court Was Right to Uphold Anti-Gay Marriage Prop 8

By Robert Schlesinger - Robert Schlesinger - May 26, 2009

The law was wrong, but it was valid. more >>

California High Court Upholds Ban on Same-Sex Marriage

Nation & World - May 26, 2009

The court said the people have a right, through the ballot box, to change their constitution. more >>

Poll: Most Mainline Clergy Oppose Gay Marriage

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - May 21, 2009

Mainline Protestant clergy are trending left on gay rights. more >>

Hospital Visitation Rights for Lesbian Couples: A Brewing Legal Controversy

By Deborah Kotz - On Women - May 20, 2009

This issue is now being decided in court after 2 women were blocked from seeing their dying partners. more >>

Republican Staff Choice Shows GOP Isn't Ready to Move Forward on Gay Marriage

By Bonnie Erbe - Bonnie Erbe - May 20, 2009

The new staffer compared gay marriage to pedophilia? Perfect. more >>

Gay Marriage Foes Shift Tactics, Arguing Legalized Gay Unions Threaten Religious Liberty

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - May 19, 2009

Social conservatives argue that legalizing same-sex marriage impinges on religious liberties. more >>

Conservative Activists Argue Gay Marriage Threatens Religious Liberty

By Dan Gilgoff - Nation & World - May 19, 2009

Some are encouraging legislation to give gay couples rights, but allow religious exemptions. more >>

Republican Chairman Steele Shoots at Gay Marriage, Hits the Whole Institution

By Robert Schlesinger - Robert Schlesinger - May 18, 2009

In trying a new line of attack against gay marriage, he manages to argue against the whole institution. more >>

Cheney Opposes GOP Moderation, but What About His Support for Gay Rights?

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - May 11, 2009

The former veep doesn't want Republicans to moderate. So how can he explain his gay rights support? more >>

'Outrage' Film Is Gay-Bashing in the Name of Gay Rights

By John Aloysius Farrell - John A. Farrell - May 8, 2009

"Outrage," a film that outs gay conservatives, proves our nation's need for more mercy and compassion. more >>

D.C. Gay Marriage Legislation Might Force Obama Off the Fence

By Bonnie Erbe - Bonnie Erbe - May 8, 2009

D.C. marriage legislation and activists' howls might force Obama to take a stand. more >>

5 Next-Generation Retirement Communities

By Emily Brandon - Money - May 7, 2009

Niche communities cater to boomers' retirement needs and whims. more >>

Maine Becomes the 5th State to Allow Same-Sex Marriage

Nation & World - May 6, 2009

A bill authorizes marriage between any two people rather than between one man and one woman. more >>