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October 28, 2005 | HRC Staff

Miers' Gay Survey Responses Raise Questions

'This is only a small window into Harriet Miers' thinking 15 years ago, but it raises the possibility that she is more fair-minded than our opponents are hoping,' said Human…

October 28, 2005 | HRC Staff

Methodists Stumble on Way to Inclusion

'To defrock a committed pastor dedicated to both her congregation and her family is a step in the wrong direction,' said Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese.WASHINGTON - The nine-member…

October 28, 2005 | HRC Staff

Senator Vitter Should Apologize for Hurricane Remarks

WASHINGTON - Speaking at a luncheon on Oct. 12, Sen. David Vitter, R-La., compared Hurricanes Katrina and Rita to marriages of same-sex couples. Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese sent…

October 26, 2005 | HRC Staff

Sheryl Swoopes Opens Doors with Honesty and Courage

'Sheryl Swoopes is a real hero on and off the court,' said Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese.WASHINGTON - Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese made the following statement as…

October 25, 2005 | HRC Staff

Rosa Parks Bettered the Nation for All

'With one simple yet extraordinary action, Rosa Parks made our nation a better and fairer place for all Americans,' said Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese.WASHINGTON - Human Rights Campaign…

October 21, 2005 | HRC Staff

Kansas Court Ensures Fair Treatment for Gay Youth

'The Kansas Supreme Court leveled the playing field today,' said Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese.WASHINGTON - In a unanimous decision, the Kansas Supreme Court struck down today a law…

October 20, 2005 | HRC Staff

Political Hearing on Marriage Undermines Families

'They're playing cynical political games that threaten the security of American families,' said HRC President Joe Solmonese.WASHINGTON - A hearing today in the Senate Judiciary Constitution subcommittee focused on the…

October 18, 2005 | HRC Staff

Belated Investigation Should Reign in Special Counsel Bloch

'No bureaucrat has the right to single-handedly roll back decades-old protections for workers securing our homeland and protecting our nation's health,' said Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese.WASHINGTON - After…