NOW: Watch debate and vote on Vermont marriage bill veto override
April 7, 2009
Watch the live debate and chat of the vote to override the Vermont marriage bill veto: HERE. The Senate convened at 9 am this morning; the House convenes at 10 am.
Continue Reading ►Vermont is Voting for History!
April 7, 2009
Marty Rouse, HRC’s National field director, is right in the middle of the action in Montpelier and he’s doing everything to secure the votes necessary to override Gov. Douglas’s veto of the marriage bill. Read his updates from the last few moments before the vote:
Continue Reading ►Will they or won’t they? Vermont legislators to vote on marriage bill veto override
April 7, 2009
Good morning. Today we're poised to witness Vermont write a new chapter in American history--again. Be sure to check out HRC National Field Director Marty Rouse's updates from Montpelier yesterday.
Continue Reading ►BREAKING: Vermont Governor Jim Douglas Vetoes Marriage Equality Bill
April 6, 2009
Moments ago, Vermont Governor Jim Douglas (R) vetoed legislation passed by both houses of the state legislature to grant marriage equality for gay and lesbian couples.
Continue Reading ►HRC Religion and Faith Program Director Harry Knox to Join White House Faith Advisory Council
April 6, 2009
The Human Rights Campaign Foundation announced today that HRC Foundation Religion and Faith Director Harry Knox (pictured) will join the President’s Advisory Council on Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships, an interfaith council of religious and secular leaders and scholars. The council will be comprised of 25 members, each appointed to serve a one-year term.
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