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Lesbian couple's child denied re-enrollment at Catholic school

Submitted by Jeff on Fri, 03/12/2010 - 12:58pm
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A preschooler at a Catholic school in Boulder will not be allowed to return next school year because the student has two moms.

According to teachers at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic School, a meeting was held to discuss the issue. The staff was told a student would not be allowed to re-enroll because of his or her parents' sexual orientation. The staff members were also told not to talk to the media.


Cynthia Nixon fights to keep homophobe out of office

Submitted by Community Editor on Thu, 03/11/2010 - 4:17pm
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Award winning actress - Cynthia Nixon - is helping a political group pass marriage equality in New York state. Initially, the group hopes to keep State Sen. Hiram Monserrate [Queens] - a "no" vote in the marriage equality debate - from winning back his seat.


Life & Style magazine asks: 'Why Is Angelina Turning Shiloh into a Boy?'

Submitted by Jeff on Tue, 03/09/2010 - 12:35pm
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ABC News reports on Life & Style's insinuation that gender expression may be parent-based, rather than child-based self-expression. In other words, Life & Style may be saying that Angelina is choosing haircuts and outfits for Shiloh - as opposed to Shiloh telling Angelina what she likes and dislikes.


Roseanne confronts Marie Osmond and her connection with the Mormon Church

Submitted by Jeff on Sun, 03/07/2010 - 7:31am
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Comedian and actress Roseanne has delivered a strong message in response to Marie Osmond's son committing suicide.

In a blog post titled Marie Osmond's Poor Gay Son Killed Himself she calls on Marie [whose son is rumored to have been gay] to renounce the Mormon Church's anti-gay stance instead of donate and promote her faith.


'My best friend's two moms make my mom uncomfortable...'

Submitted by Jeff on Wed, 03/03/2010 - 10:01am
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Lauren Forcella publishes a syndicated column - Straight Talk For Teens - which offers input from teens on current life issues. The articles allow a panel of teens to express their views on a wide range of issues. In each column, Forcella offers a 'middle way' for parents to address each topic.

In the latest column, a teen writes:


Every Child Deserves a Family Act

Submitted by Jeff on Tue, 03/02/2010 - 2:23pm
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Northern California's Rep. Pete Stark (D-CA) - Chairman of the House Ways and Means Health Subcommittee - will host a panel discussion upon reintroduction of the Every Child Deserves a Family Act.

The proposed legislation would offer more homes to foster children by working with states to end discrimination against adoptive and foster parents based on sexual orientation and marital status.


Harry Potter's Daniel Radcliffe confronts homophobia in new public service announcement

Submitted by Jeff on Sun, 02/28/2010 - 7:09am
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Daniel Radcliffe's voice will be heard in a public service announcement in support of The Trevor Project - a youth suicide prevention group supporting gay teens.


GLBT-friendly children's books

Submitted by Jeff on Mon, 02/22/2010 - 7:08pm
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Karen Muller - from American Libraries Magazine - helps an elementary teacher who is preparing for a new program:

The teacher asks: "We are beginning an outreach program to address issues of gender in the pre K-3 grade classroom. We are looking for material for early readers that is particularly adept at portraying non-stereotypical gender roles and that addresses LGBT issues in age appropriate ways. Can you guide me to any resources, book lists, etc.?"


Gay dad becomes President of Grinnell College

Submitted by Jeff on Thu, 02/18/2010 - 11:56am
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Iowa's Grinnell College has named Raynard S. Kington, M.D., M.B.A., Ph.D., its 13th president - beginning August 1, 2010.


Iowa faith leaders voice their support for marriage equality

Submitted by Jeff on Wed, 02/17/2010 - 10:09am
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More than 160 faith leaders in Iowa have joined together - to support marriage equality. The group is concerned about people and groups who cite the Bible to support their bigotry.

The AP reports:

The Interfaith Alliance of Iowa held a Statehouse news conference to say that 167 representatives from a cross-section of diverse faiths in the state had sent a letter to all 150 legislators outlining their position.


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