New Jersey judge rules against church in civil union flap
A New Jersey judge has ruled that a Monmouth County church violated the state’s discrimination laws when it prevented a
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Cuba working toward same-sex unions
Cuban authorities are considering the legalization of same-sex civil unions. The announcement was made by Mariela Castro, daughter of Raul
Read moreRhode Island Senate votes “yes” on civil unions for its gay and lesbian citizens
It was called “a historic day” by Senate President M. Teresa Paiva Weed when the Rhode Island passed a bill
Read moreIllinois’ civil unions law takes effect
Illinois joins five other states in legalizing civil unions, a move that will give same-sex couples many of the legal
Read moreNew Yorkers want marriage equality not civil unions
Gay-rights organizations in New York believe civil unions are legally problematic, create confusion and don’t carry the same weight or
Read moreDelaware Senate panel recommends civil union bill to full Senate
A bill offering legal recognition to same-sex couples in Delaware has been sent to the full Senate for a vote
Read moreColorado Senate considers civil unions
A bill flowing through the Colorado legislature could provide civil unions for same-sex couples. The Colorado Civil Unions Act would
Read moreHawaii Legislature approves same-sex civil unions
Hawaii lawmakers approved a bill to allow civil unions for same-sex couples. Democratic Gov. Neil Abercrombie’s office said he intends
Read moreThree states to consider reversing gay rights
The AP reports that voters in three states will decide this fall on whether to reverse gay rights initiatives ranging
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Obama makes explicit his objection to the Defense of Marriage Act
The Washington Post reports: President Obama made clear that he favors the repeal of the Defense of Marriage Act [DOMA],
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