Thank You, President Obama The New Republic // Editorial Yes, it was a few years too late. Yes, his hand was forced by Joe Biden and Arne Duncan. Yes, his statement is just a statement—it does not change any law. And yes, we shouldn’t minimize the role of an extraordinary civil rights movement—comprising millions of … Continue reading »
Category Archives: LGBT
President Obama and LGBT rights – words and actions bring change
The President’s personal view is that it’s wrong to prevent couples who are in loving, committed relationships, and want to marry, from doing so. It’s no secret the President has gone through some soul-searching on this issue. He’s talked to his wife about it, like so many couples do. He’s heard from folks—gay … Continue reading »
The President announces his support for same-sex marriage – Well done Mr. President! #same-sex marriage
From the LA Times – Obama declares support for same-sex marriage By Michael A. Memoli and Kathleen Hennessey May 9, 2012, 12:02 p.m. WASHINGTON — President Obama, marking the end of a prolonged “evolution” on the issue, now favors allowing homosexual couples to marry, he said in a television interview Wednesday. The announcement comes days after … Continue reading »
DemocracyForAmerica.com » Join Sen. Gillibrand in urging Congress to repeal DOMA!
DemocracyForAmerica.com » Join Sen. Gillibrand in urging Congress to repeal DOMA!. Senator Gillibrand (NY) is terrific and is working hard to protect the rights of all Americans – join in by signing the petition above. mmk Continue reading »
