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Lincoln, Nebraska City Council Bans Employment Discrimination

Lincoln, Nebraska City Council Bans Employment Discrimination

Yesterday, in a remarkable vote of 5-0-2, the Lincoln, Nebraska City Council passed the Fairness Ordinance.

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Senate ENDA Hearing Set for June 12
Report Links Romney to Possible Anti-Gay Bullying
Video: Obama v Romney on Marriage Equality

Video: Obama v Romney on Marriage Equality

With President Obama announcing his support for marriage equality, LGBT Americans and our allies face a clear choice in...

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A Parent’s Journey: A Lesson for the Next Generation

A Parent’s Journey: A Lesson for the Next Generation

All of us who believe in and work for LGBT equality are elated about President Obama’s announcement about marriage...

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Take a Stand as a Mom Against NOM

Take a Stand as a Mom Against NOM

Take action as a mother against the National Organization for Marriage.

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HRC Staff Gather to Watch President Obama’s Historic Announcement

HRC Staff Gather to Watch President Obama’s Historic Announcement

HRC was buzzing yesterday with news of President Obama’s historic endorsement of marriage equality.

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Welcoming Schools Cosponsors St Louis Event on LGBT Inclusive Schools

Welcoming Schools Cosponsors St Louis Event on LGBT Inclusive Schools

Tonight's discussion at the Missouri History Museum kicks off with screenings of What Do You Know? and It's Still...

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HRC Attends White House Summit on Crisis in the Courts

HRC Attends White House Summit on Crisis in the Courts

HRC among 150 advocacy organizations invited to participate in this week's summit on the federal judicial vacancy crisis.... Read More »

House Republicans Play Politics with Service Members

House Republicans Play Politics with Service Members

Late this evening, the House Armed Services Committee adopted two anti-LGBT amendments during the markup of the National...

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House Passes Pointless DOMA Amendment to Spending Bill

House Passes Pointless DOMA Amendment to Spending Bill

Late this evening, the House of Representatives adopted an amendment to a federal funding bill, by a vote of 245 to 171,...

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