US elections: Gay marriage, marijuana highlight ballot measures
US elections: Gay marriage, marijuana highlight ballot measures World, Posted on Nov 07, 2012 at 12:48am IST. Associated Press.ibnlive.in.com
France Gay Marriage Plans Dogged By Opposition
France has allowed civil unions since 1999, and while they were initially seen as for gay or lesbian couples, they have proved hugely popular among heterosexuals, too.www.huffingtonpost.com
You Go Girl! Lady Gaga Releases A Video In Support Of Gay Marriage (VIDEO)
The singer's video is the latest from The Four 2012's social media campaign, launched by leaders in media and LGBT rights. In the short video the monsters' leading lady says: "Hey everybody. I just wanted to remind those of you who live in Maine ...globalgrind.com
Minneapolis Agencies Speak Out Against State Marriage Amendment
The amendment wouldn't make gay marriage illegal, but it would effectively bar gay couples from legally marrying. ... Those in the agency world have created TV spots, videos, print ads and social-media campaigns opposing the measure. Industry vets even ...adage.com
Now That's A Good Look! Brad Pitt Donates $100000 To Gay Marriage ...
A tip of the hat to Brad Pitt. The A-list Hollywood actor donated $100,000 to the Human Rights Campaign's support of LGBT couples in Maine, Maryland, Minnesota and Washington State, where marriage equality measures are on the Nov. 6th ballot.globalgrind.com
Malawi suspends anti-gay laws as MPs debate repeal
The move was welcomed by Amnesty International as "a historic step forward", but local activists urged caution. Sections 153 and 156 of Malawi's penal ... Gay rights campaigners in Malawi called for the government to go further. Gift Trapence, director ...www.guardian.co.uk
Panel debates gay rights vs. religious liberty
The topic presented to the panelists was whether the Obama administration's promotion of LGBT rights is given greater priority than its promotion of international religious freedom. All panelists agreed violence against LGBT persons and religious ...www.sbcbaptistpress.org
Gay Pakistanis, Still in Shadows, Seek Acceptance
"If you talk about space in Pakistan in terms of milestones that happen in the other parts of the world like pride parades or legal reform or whatever, that's not going to happen for a long time," the 33-year-old organizer, who identifies as bisexual ...www.post-gazette.com
Catholic leaders furious at Stonewall's 'bigot' award for Cardinal Keith O'Brien
Catholic leaders have reacted furiously after members of the gay rights group Stonewall named Cardinal Keith O'Brien "bigot of the year" for his vigorous attacks on gay marriage. Stonewall said its 10,000 members had voted "decisively" to give the ...www.guardian.co.uk
For Republicans, Election Is a Last Stand Against Gay Marriage
Think of global warming—more than two-thirds agree it's happening—or evolution—only four in 10 think we didn't evolve.www.thedailybeast.com
US Presidential elections: No discussion on climate, gun control, gay rights
... month's three presidential debates, none were "climate change," "global warming" or "greenhouse gas".ibnlive.in.com
Using youth power to change the world for gays
So I was delighted to speak at the human rights plenary session. I knew this was an amazing opportunity to address the diverse audience on LGBT equality around the world. Homosexuality is still illegal in 77 countries, so getting the chance to speak to ...www.gaystarnews.com
Gay politicians signal attitude change in Italy
Italy ranks near the bottom of a survey that assessed gay rights in the 27 European Union states this year by the International Gay and Lesbian Association, ILGA. Italy, Greece, Cyprus and Malta are the only EU members outside the former Soviet Bloc ...www.globalpost.com
San Diego school disinvites pro-gay union fellow
SAN DIEGO (AP) - A British theologian who has expressed support for gay marriage said the University of San Diego withdrew a fellowship because of her views.www.kswt.com
Google Video Promotes Gay Marriage - What About Other Tech Giants?
In a new video posted to YouTube, some of Google's Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) employees make a moving case for voting in support of marriage equality in four states on the November 6 general election. ... In July 2012, the ...readwrite.com
Taiwan Gay Pride Draws Thousands Pushing For Same-Sex Marriage
Gay people are also tax-paying citizens and we demand the same basic right as any heterosexual couples," Mu Chuan, one of the organizers of the rally, told the AFP.www.huffingtonpost.com
Maureen Walsh, Republican State Representative, Embraces Gay Marriage
From a historic corner building thronged by vintage shops, cafes, and upscale tasting rooms along Walla Walla's brick-lined Main Street, Walsh keeps tabs on the happenings of her community and her family's 18-year sausage business, Onion World ...www.huffingtonpost.com
Gay Jamaicans launch legal action over island's homophobic laws
Two gay Jamaicans have launched a legal challenge to colonial-era laws, which in effect criminalise homosexuality, on the grounds that they are unconstitutional and promote homophobia throughout the Caribbean.www.guardian.co.uk
More than $16-million raised for Minnesota's same-sex marriage vote
The two principal campaigns battling over Minnesota's constitutional amendment to ban gay marriage have raised more than $16-million combined, with opponents of the ban outraising supporters by nearly two-to-one.www.theglobeandmail.com
Pastor Uses Civil Rights Twist to Promote Gay Rights, Video Goes Viral
A pastor from Brentwood Christian Church in Missouri has created a controversial YouTube video that has now gone viral, where he speaks about gay rights before an audience, comparing the discrimination gay people face today to how black people were ...global.christianpost.com
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