HRC News Archive
Discriminatory Marriage Amendments Pass in AZ and FL; CA Still too Close to Call - 11/5/2008
“We all know that our marriages did not begin with a court decision and they will not end with a vote on a discriminatory amendment” – Joe Solmonese, President of the Human Rights Campaign. Read More
Human Rights Campaign Lauds 2008 Election Results - 11/4/2008
Pro-Equality Candidates Win Across the Country; HRC still awaiting results from marriage amendments. Read More
HRC’s XM Radio Show “The Agenda” To Air Election Eve Special - 11/3/2008
Sex and City star Cynthia Nixon in pre-taped interview encourages LGBT voters to Get Out The Vote. Read More
America Ferrera, Tony Plana & Ana Ortiz Speak Out Against Proposition 8 - 10/27/2008
Spanish-language TV ad released. Read More
Human Rights Campaign Releases 110th Congress Scorecard - 10/22/2008
Scorecard rates members of Congress on their support for issues of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender equality. Read More
Palin Indicates Support for Federal Marriage Amendment - 10/20/2008
Nearly 60 percent of Americans oppose writing discrimination into U.S. Constitution. Read MoreHuman Rights Campaign Urges Supporters to Txt Out The Vote - 10/8/2008
Election Day text message reminders proven to increase voter turnout. Read More
Human Rights Campaign Endorses Gaye Symington For Vermont Governor - 10/7/2008
Symington “A proven champion for equality.” Read MoreHuman Rights Campaign Responds to John McCain Q&A in Washington Blade - 10/1/2008
Read MoreHRC PAC releases video in response to Gov. Palin's comments about homosexuality - 10/1/2008
Video now on YouTube. Read MoreHuman Rights Campaign Joins Election Protection’s Nationwide Voter Protection Coalition - 9/19/2008
Joe Solmonese: "We are proud to join forces with the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law and the broad coalition of civil rights organizations committed to ensuring that the 2008 elections are conducted fairly and that no individual or community is disenfranchised."Read More
Obama talks to Philadelphia gay paper - 9/19/2008
Senator Obama gives an interview to the Philadelphia Gay News and answers questions on a range of topics including DADT, DOMA, and hate crimes. Read More
Human Rights Campaign Releases Video Urging People to Vote for Equality - 9/19/2008
“We Have The Right” now available for viewing on YouTube. Read MoreLGBT activists march and make a bold statement for marriage equality in New York - 9/15/2008
After helping train local LGBT activists in cities across the country this summer, Anthony Hayes, our senior Camp Equality field director, was back in his homebase of New York City this weekend to take part in the annual March for Marriage Equality across the Brooklyn Bridge. And march they did! Read More
Sen. Obama's LGBT Q&A with Window Media - 9/12/2008
With less than 60 days remaining until the presidential election, Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) this week submitted written answers to a series of questions on LGBT issues from William Kapfer, co-president of Washington/New York Blade parent company Window Media. Read More
Making an immediate impact in Montgomery County, Maryland - 9/11/2008
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Last month, HRC sponsored its Campaign College training program in Washington, DC to give young people the tools they need to become effective campaign operatives. Shaneequa Brooks, a Campaign College participant who's now a field organizer with Basic Rights Montgomery, sent us a testimonial relaying how her experience at Campaign College has paid off immediately. Read More
Update on Minneapolis Camp Equality - 9/10/2008
All humor aside, we gave up an entire Saturday to learn how to be equipped to help get fair-minded candidates elected in Minnesota. We’ve made our decision and we can make a difference. Read More
A big win for equality in Maryland - 9/9/2008
Chris Edelson, our state legislative director, has more of the Back Story behind today's decision in Maryland's Montgomery County to toss a gender identity referendum from the ballot in November. Read More
Maryland High Court Strikes Gender Identity Referendum from November Ballot - 9/9/2008
Petition Effort Sought to Invalidate Prohibitions Against Discrimination Based on Gender Identity, Would Have Appeared Before Voters in Montgomery County Read MoreTAKE ACTION: Tell John McCain to stop supporting anti-LGBT amendments - 9/4/2008
Read MoreIn Texas, it’s hard not to mention the heat! - 9/3/2008
Read MoreHuman Rights Campaign Statement on Log Cabin Republican Endorsement of McCain/Palin - 9/2/2008
“The Republican Party, McCain and Palin’s party, has declared in its platform that they want to pass the federal marriage amendment,” said Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese. Read MoreHuman Rights Campaign urges Republicans to abandon attacks on LGBT people - 9/2/2008
Read MoreContinuing Efforts from Camp Equality – Houston - 9/2/2008
Read MoreUncovered Questionnaire Shows Republican VP Nominee Palin Opposes Hate Crimes Laws - 9/2/2008
“Sarah Palin is against recognizing our relationships, against domestic partner benefits, and against hate crimes laws. The more we find out about her record, the more frightening her record becomes,” said Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese. Read MoreObama: 'Our gay and lesbian brothers and sisters deserve to visit the person they love in the hospital...' - 8/29/2008
Read MoreMcCain Picks Little-Known, Anti-Gay Governor as VP - 8/29/2008
“America may not know much about Sarah Palin, but based on what our community has seen of her, we know enough,” said Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese. Read More
The Finale: Senator Obama to give Democratic Convention nomination acceptance speech at Invesco Field - 8/28/2008
Read MoreNOW: Watch the LIVE webcast of HRC's LGBT panel at The Big Tent! - 8/27/2008
Read MoreStars rock for equality at HRC's 'Rock to Win' music event - 8/27/2008
Read MoreDay Two: At the Barney Frank/Victory Fund LGBT delegate lunch - 8/26/2008
Read MorePhotos from HRC's Diversity reception at the Democratic Convention - 8/26/2008
Read MoreOn Day 2 of the convention, HRC prepares to 'Rock To Win' - 8/26/2008
Read MoreMichelle! Michelle! Michelle! - 8/26/2008
Read MoreLIVE NOW: Watch Joe Solmonese on LCCR Big Tent panel - 8/25/2008
Read MoreLIVE NOW: Watch Joe Solmonese on LCCR Big Tent panel - 8/25/2008
Read MoreUpdate on the No On Prop 8/Equality for All Campaign - 8/25/2008
HRC continues fighting to make sure all couples have the right to marry in California. Read MoreHRC'S Celebrate Diversity reception to honor LGBT delegates of color - 8/25/2008
Read MoreAt the DNC LGBT Caucus meeting - 8/25/2008
Read MoreSunrise at the DNC Convention: Day One! - 8/25/2008
Read MoreIt's convention time: The curtain raises in the 'Mile High City' - 8/24/2008
Read MoreHuman Rights Campaign Statement on Selection of Senator Joe Biden as Democratic Vice Presidential Candidate - 8/23/2008
HRC President Hails Biden as “A Proven and Effective Advocate for Fairness and Equality.” Read More
It's Biden! - 8/23/2008
Read MoreHuman Rights Campaign XM Radio Show “The Agenda” to Air Live from Democratic Convention - 8/22/2008
The show will welcome a broad and ever-changing list of guests. Read More
Camp Equality volunteers come to rescue in Denver - 8/19/2008
Read MoreHRC on Dallas Voice's DVTV - 8/19/2008
Read MoreHRC's Dallas Camp Equality: Connections in Diversity - 8/18/2008
Read MoreHRC Salt Lake City Camp Equality earns bronze medal for attendance - 8/18/2008
Read MorePolis wins Colorado's 2nd Congressional District primary - 8/13/2008
Read MoreLA Times Urges Voters to Support Marriage Equality, Vote No on Proposition 8 - 8/13/2008
November ballot measure will decide whether lesbian and gay couples continue to enjoy equal rights under state law. Read MoreDifferent experiences, yet common pursuits at HRC's Denver Camp Equality - 8/12/2008
Read MoreLA Times throws support behind marriage equality - 8/12/2008
Read MoreHuman Rights Campaign Statement on DNC National Platform - 8/11/2008
HRC testified before Drafting Committee on LGBT issues. Read MoreSaturday: HRC to hold Camp Equality in Salt Lake City - 8/11/2008
Read MoreHRC's New York Political Action Committee hosts Long Island meet-and-greet for members, local political leaders - 8/11/2008
Read MoreCamp Equality comes to Salt Lake City on August 16 - 8/7/2008
Read MoreHuman Rights Campaign to Host Salt Lake City Camp Equality, Train Activists for Election 2008 - 8/7/2008
Participants to be equipped with key campaign skills for races across the state. Read MoreCamp Equality Arizona participants raise their glasses for change - 8/6/2008
Read MoreSen. Barack Obama reaffirms commitment to LGBT families - 8/6/2008
Read MoreLGBT delegates will attend Democratic Convention in record numbers - 8/5/2008
Read MoreVegas Heats UP the Campaign Trail - 8/4/2008
Read MoreKarl Bach, HRC regional field organizer, featured in Dallas Voice Soundout - 8/4/2008
Read MoreFlorida Red & Blue and Human Rights Campaign continue to educate voters on discriminatory Florida marriage amendment - 8/4/2008
Read MoreHuman Rights Campaign Testifies at DNC National Platform Committee Meeting - 8/1/2008
HRC Legislative Director asks Democratic Party to reaffirm and strengthen commitment to LGBT community in party platform. Read MoreHRC Legislative Director asks Democratic Party to reaffirm and strengthen commitment to LGBT community in party platform - 8/1/2008
Read MoreCamp Equality alum dials for change in Albuquerque - 8/1/2008
Read MoreCincinnati and Columbus Camp Equality trainings mobilize budding activists - 7/25/2008
Read MoreCalifornia anti-gay ballot initiative gets more accurate title - 7/24/2008
Read MoreUpdate from San Francisco: Working the phones to protect marriage equality - 7/22/2008
Read MoreEquality in Cincinnati: A Local Movement Takes Shape - 7/19/2008
Read MoreBeyond Camp Equality: Putting Skills to Work in Texas - 7/17/2008
Read MoreCalifornia Supreme Court denies petition to remove marriage initiative from November ballot - 7/16/2008
Read MoreLGBT families have much at stake in this year's presidential election - 7/15/2008
Read MoreHuman Rights Campaign Releases Statement on McCain Comments Against Same-Sex Adoption - 7/15/2008
Read MoreCyndi Lauper, Rufus Wainwright added to “Rock to Win” concert at Democratic National Convention - 7/15/2008
Read MoreThat loud sound you hear? The growing calls for the Defense Department to end Don't Ask Don't Tell - 7/11/2008
Read MoreAnother Misguided Effort by Right-Wing to Foment Anti-Gay Sentiment during Presidential Campaign - 7/9/2008
Read MoreMitt Romney, in contradiction to policy recommendations of retired military officers, says McCain should continue to support Don't Ask Don't Tell - 7/9/2008
Read MoreCincinnati and Columbus prepare for HRC Camp Equality trainings - 7/8/2008
Read MoreWeekly Standard editor to struggling McCain: Bash the gays - 7/7/2008
Read MoreHRC's Camp Equality: Raising up local lieutenants in the LGBT movement - 7/3/2008
Read MoreCalifornia Dreaming: Homophobia Will Not Determine this Election - 7/2/2008
Read MoreSen. Obama announces opposition to California marriage ban; Sen. McCain endorses initiative to prevent gays and lesbians from marrying - 7/2/2008
Read MoreHRC's Las Vegas Camp Equality: Hot in more ways than one! - 7/2/2008
Read MoreAnti-Marriage Amendment Will Appear On Nov. Ballot in Arizona - 6/30/2008
State Senate's Last-Minute Action Sends Measure to Voters Read MorePens and pledges at Ft. Lauderdale's Stonewall Street Festival - 6/25/2008
Read MoreHouston hosts largest HRC Camp Equality to date! - 6/23/2008
Read MoreWhere the Presidential Candidates Stand - 6/16/2008
Read MoreTexas Dem Convention draws 12,000; Houston to host Camp Equality - 6/12/2008
Read MoreHRC Interns Dial Up a Storm - 6/11/2008
Read MoreTour de Southwest - 6/6/2008
Read MoreHuman Rights Campaign Endorses Sen. Barack Obama for President of the United States - 6/6/2008
Read MoreReport from HRC's Phoenix Camp Equality - 6/5/2008
Read MoreHuman Rights Campaign PAC Releases Comprehensive Report on Sen. John McCain’s Record on LGBT Issues - 6/3/2008
Report contradicts McCain as independent, moderate; Suggests similar track on LGBT issues as Bush presidencyRead More
Report from the field: HRC's Phoenix Camp Equality kicks off in two days! - 5/29/2008
Read MoreHistory is made today in California! - 5/15/2008
California becomes the second state to recognize marriage equality for same-sex couples.
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Foes of gay marriage ban organize in Fort Lauderdale - 5/13/2008
Read MoreCamp Equality: Growing the power of volunteers - 5/13/2008
HRC National Field Director Marty Rouse gives his review of the opening Camp Equality that was held in Ft. Lauderdale, May 10-11. Read More
HRC hosts 'meet and greet' with New York Congresswoman Yvette Clarke - 5/12/2008
On Saturday, the Greater NY Steering Committee hosted a Meet & Greet with Congresswoman Yvette Clarke (D-NY) in her Brooklyn district. Clarke expressed the hope that the U.S. Senate would vote on the many pieces of legislation passed by the House this year before the end of the legislative calendar. Read More
LGBT activists at the Ohio Democratic Party Convention - 5/12/2008
This weekend, the Ohio Democratic Party held its state convention in Columbus. HRC Regional Field Director Stu Rosenberg and Terry Penrod, a member of HRC's Board of Directors, were on hand to talk politics with state leaders and discuss the LGBT community's involvement in this year's elections. Read More
HRC's 'Camp Equality' brings communities together - 5/11/2008
Camp Equality, HRC's 2-day interactive training program that combines lectures, discussions, and real-life simulations to help the LGBT community make a significant impact in the 2008 elections, will be held in 13 cities across the country this summer. This new program from the Human Rights Campaign will help participants learn how to organize a successful grassroots presence in campaigns and teach best practices for becoming valued campaign volunteers. Here's a report we just received from the kickoff Camp Equality that was held in Ft. Lauderdale. Read More
Human Rights Campaign Announces “Year to Win,” Nationwide Mobilizing Effort for Election 2008 - 4/28/2008
HRC also releases series of key endorsements in battleground races across the country. Read More
Human Rights Campaign Unveils Election 2008 T-Shirts - 2/26/2008
The Shirts, Available for Purchase from HRC's Online Store as well as our Action Center & Stores in DC and San Francisco, Show Kissing Donkeys and Elephants. Read More
Human Rights Campaign Foundation Joins Coalition to Fight for Equal Access to Affordable Health Care - 2/8/2008
"Divided We Fail" campaign to educate voters, advocate for real solutions to increasing health care costs. Read MoreHRC, Florida Red and Blue Working to Mobilize LGBT Community on Primary Day - 1/29/2008
More than 250 grassroots volunteers will engage and educate voters at key polling sites on marriage amendment. Read MoreHuman Rights Campaign Issues Statement on McCain Campaign "Robo-Call" - 1/29/2008
Automated Call Exploits Anti-Gay Prejudice For Votes Read MoreHuman Rights Campaign Working to Mobilize LGBT Community for Election 2008 - 1/15/2008
Read more on our blog, HRC Backstory Read MoreHuman Rights Campaign and OutFront Minnesota Team to Hold Caucus - 1/14/2008
Trainings will help gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community and its allies advocate for important issues during caucuses.Read More
HRC's XM Radio Program "The Agenda" to Feature Special Electoral Coverage - 1/9/2008
Concord Monitor Editor Mike Pride, ABC News Correspondent Rick Klein and others to appear on program tonight.Read More
