Inclusive ENDA Introduced in Senate for First Time
August 5, 2009
Today a bipartisan group of Senators introduced an inclusive Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA) -- a historic first for the U.S. Senate. The bill with lead sponsors Sens. Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Susan Collins (R-ME), Edward Kennedy (D-MA) and Olympia Snowe (R-ME) would create federal protections against workplace discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
Continue Reading ►Equality Forward: Congressional Aide Diego Sanchez
August 5, 2009
Shortly after “9/11” – Sep. 11, 2001 – when our nation was shaken by a set of violent, tragic, life-stealing incidents that triggered what young people today will call “The War,” I stood outside the doors of the Boston Public Library in the Back Bay, awaiting the exit of my dearest friend Marie.
Continue Reading ►Celebrating DP Day in Wisconsin
August 5, 2009
Wisconsin's domestic partner registry is officially up and running! Yesterday, Fair Wisconsin staff and volunteers were on hand in Madison and Milwaukee to greet the same-sex couples whose relationships will finally be legally recognized. I arrived at the Dane County Building at 5:00 A.M., less than fifteen minutes ahead of the first couple!
Continue Reading ►HRC Receives Most Votes in Kenneth Cole Facebook Contest
August 4, 2009
We got word earlier today that HRC received the most votes with 38% on Kenneth Cole's Facebook charity contest. They asked users to vote for an organization to receive a $10,000 donation for their good work. Congratulations also to charity: water for their second place finish getting them $5,000. Thanks to everyone who voted!
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