gay rights

D.C. Council Votes to Recognize Out-of-State Same-Sex Marriages

By Amanda Ruggeri - Nation & World - May 5, 2009

The decision is seen as an opening for gay marriage advocates. more >>

CNN Poll: Most Americans Oppose Gay Marriage, but Those Under 35 Back It

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - May 5, 2009

A new poll shows a dramatic generational shift in support for gay marriage. more >>

Do Obama and Miss California Have the Same Position on Gay Marriage? Sort of.

By Robert Schlesinger - Robert Schlesinger - May 4, 2009

Obama is ostensibly against gay marriage, but he gets a pass for nuance and tone. more >>

Gay Marriage Advances in Maine, New Hampshire as Conservative Rhetoric Evolves

By Robert Schlesinger - Robert Schlesinger - May 1, 2009

Good news from Maine and New Hampshire, while Republicans recalibrate their argument. more >>

Why Carrie Prejean May Not Be an Effective Spokeswoman for the Anti-Gay-Marriage Cause

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

Miss California can't answer basic questions about her stance on gay rights. more >>

Beauty contestant Carrie Prejean's New Ad Against Same-Sex Marriage

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - April 30, 2009

Miss California stars in a new ad by the National Organization for Marriage. more >>

California's Carrie Prejean Joins Movement Against Gay Marriage

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - April 29, 2009

Prejean will unveil an ad against gay marriage based on her Miss USA pageant response about the issue. more >>

Video: Miss California's Most Revealing Interview Yet, With Her Pastor

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - April 27, 2009

Miss California sits down with Pastor Miles McPherson for her most candid interview yet. more >>

Poll: Was Miss California Right to Express Opposition to Gay Marriage?

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - April 23, 2009

Should Carrie Prejean have voiced opposition to gay marriage at the Miss USA pageant? Take our poll. more >>

Gov. Paterson Introduces Legislation to Legalize Gay Marriage in New York

Nation & World - April 16, 2009

He received raucous applause from lawmakers and advocates. more >>

On First Day as Archbishop, Dolan Says He Won't 'Shy Away' From Gay Marriage Fight

Nation & World - April 16, 2009

The archbishop is making it clear he'll fight Gov. Paterson's gay marriage legislation. more >>

Unpacking the Latest Rick Warren Controversy

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - April 14, 2009

The California pastor has caused a stir with apparently conflicting statements on a gay marriage ban. more >>

After Iowa, Vermont, What's Next for Gay Marriage?

Opinion - April 9, 2009

What does the Vermont legislature's vote mean in the long run? more >>

Gay Marriage Could Join Gun Control as Impediment to D.C. Voting Rights

By Robert Schlesinger - Robert Schlesinger - April 8, 2009

Look for conservatives to gun for D.C. voting rights push. more >>

Vermont, D.C. Gay Marriage Decisions Give Conservatives Reason for Hope, Fear

By Robert Schlesinger - Robert Schlesinger - April 8, 2009

Conservatives have reasons to be pleased and fearful regarding Vermont and the D.C. Council more >>

Tony Blair, Catholic Convert, Takes on Vatican's Stance Toward Gays

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - April 8, 2009

The former British prime minister says the church is out of step with believers on homosexuality. more >>

Vermont Legalizes Gay Marriage, Overrides Veto

By Kimberly Castro - Luxe Life - April 8, 2009

It is the fourth state to recognize same-sex marriage. more >>

Rick Warren: Stopping Gay Marriage 'Very Low' on Priority List

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - April 7, 2009

The evangelical pastor says that he has never been an anti-gay-marriage activist. more >>

Iowa Legalizes Gay Marriage. Where Does Conservative Outrage Go?

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - April 3, 2009

The Iowa Supreme Court has put religious conservatives in a bind. more >>

Iowa Legalizes Gay Marriage, Vermont Would Do Well to Follow

By Robert Schlesinger - Robert Schlesinger - April 3, 2009

The Iowa court ruled well, but the Vermont governor is going to do the wrong thing. more >>

Schumer's Change of Heart: Senator Now Supports Gay Marriage

Nation & World - March 24, 2009

Schumer reversed his position on gay marriage at a dinner with gay leaders. more >>

Poll: Most Mainline Protestants Say Society Should Accept Homosexuality

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - March 23, 2009

As many as 70 percent of certain mainline Protestants say homosexuality should be accepted by society. more >>

Merriam-Webster Dictionary Redefines Marriage

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - March 20, 2009

The dictionary adds same-sex unions to its marriage definition, infuriating social conservatives. more >>

Obama Has Little Wiggle Room on Domestic Benefits for Gay Partners

By Robert Schlesinger - Robert Schlesinger - March 13, 2009

The president has no power and no reason to tackle domestic benefits right now. more >>

California Voters Sharply Divided Over the Prop 8 Same-Sex Marriage Ban

By Justin Ewers - Nation & World - March 10, 2009

A Field Poll asked voters how they would react if same-sex marriage came to the ballot again. more >>