HRC releases “Welcoming Schools” guide
May 1, 2009
On the heels of two high-profile tragedies-the suicides of 11 year old children, both of whom were relentlessly bullied at school — many school administrators, counselors, and other concerned professionals are looking for new approaches to combat bullying.
Continue Reading ►Poll: More Americans support gay marriage than oppose it
May 1, 2009
We had a busy day on the blog yesterday, but we didn't overlook that new ABC News/Washington Post poll that found support for gay marriage at a new national high.
Continue Reading ►Snap for the kids: HRC has a ball at Youth Pride Day!
May 1, 2009
Last Saturday was the 13th annual Youth Pride Day in Washington, DC. Although HRC has been a proud sponsor and participant for many of those years, this was my first year taking part in YPD. Despite allergies and the hot weather, YPD was a truly special experience.
Continue Reading ►WATCH: Judy Shepard on hate crimes bill, Rep. Virginia Foxx
May 1, 2009
Watch Judy Shepard on Rachel Maddow to discuss the hate crimes legislation - and respond to North Carolina Congresswoman Virginia Foxx's statement during the House floor debate that her son Matthew's death was "a hoax":
Continue Reading ►The Rising Tide of Marriage Equality
April 30, 2009
Today’s vote by the Maine state Senate in favor of marriage equality is another exciting step forward in what has become a rising wave of positive marriage votes by state legislative bodies in Vermont, Connecticut, New Hampshire (and perhaps in more states to come in the months ahead).
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