DADT Repeal Tour Launched Today
July 8, 2009
The Human Rights Campaign in partnership with Servicemembers United along withU.S. Rep. Patrick Murphy (D-PA), announced today the launch of “Voices of Honor: A Generation Under ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.’”
Continue Reading ►Strengthening School Safety through Prevention of Bullying
July 8, 2009
This morning at 10 a.m. the House Subcommittees on Early Childhood, Elementary and Secondary Education and Healthy Families and Communities will hold a joint hearing to examine strategies for improving school safety, including ways to prevent violence, bullying and harassment. Studies show students are more likely to succeed academically and graduate when learning environments are free from harassment and violence.
Continue Reading ►NEA Resolutions Support LGBT Equality
July 7, 2009
Meeting in San Diego this past week, the National Education Association -- the nation's largest professional employee organization, with 3.2 million members who work at every level of education -- voted on two resolutions that support the cause of LGBT equality.
Continue Reading ►MD Governor on Marriage Recognition
July 7, 2009
Today we saw marriage recognition in DC and according to Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley, we could see similar action soon in Maryland. As we've reported Maryland’s Attorney General is considering whether out-of-state marriages between same-sex couples can be recognized in the state.
Continue Reading ►A Somber Anniversary: Barry Winchell’s Murder
July 7, 2009
This weekend marked the 10th anniversary of the murder of Pfc. Barry Winchell, a 22 year old soldier who was killed by a comrade with a baseball bat as he lay asleep in his bed.
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