JC Penny CEO Stands Behind Ellen
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Now that the controversy has played itself out, the CEO of JC Penny, Ron Johnson, addresses the company's decision to hire Ellen as their spokesperson. He also speaks of America's acceptance of the gay community, but also acknowledges that more work has to be done. Mr. Johnson certainly proves to be a very respectable advocate. Watch his comments in the clip below: Read Full Story
9th Circuit Court of Appeals Rules Prop 8 Unconstitutional
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Today's ruling on California's ban on marriage equality upholds the earlier ruling issued by Judge Vaughn Walker: Proposition 8 is indeed unconstitutional. Apparently the decision was a narrow opinion, only applying to the State of California, and not the other states which fall into the court's jurisdiction. Supporters of Prop 8 (two time losers on the issue) can now appeal the decision to a full Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, with an eleven member panel, or they can appeal directly to The... Read Full Story
Statement From Ellen on Hateful JC Penny Protests
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Ellen has been named the new JC Penny spokesperson, for the retailer's new image campaign. A group of homophobic, hateful, bigoted women, known as One Million Moms, have declared war on JC Penny for choosing Ellen as their spokesperson. In this clip from Ellen's show, she responds to these critics and clearly defines her values as a decent human being. video platform video management video solutions video player Read Full Story
MSNBC's Thomas Roberts Calls 2011 'Banner Year' For Gay Rights - Video
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Secretary Clinton's Human Rights' Speech Before the UN in Geneva
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Clinton's Geneva Accord on gay rights was complete genius, and historic. Remember International Human Rights Day this December 10, 2011. Pass this on. Read Full Story
Marriage Equality Just Passed In New York
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With a vote of 33-29, the New York State Senate just passed marriage equality. Along with the already passed vote in the State Assembly, and Governor Cuomo's anticipated signature, marriage equality will become law in the state of New York. It's the 6th and largest state to have passed same-sex marriage. We've just witnessed history in the making. Congratulations to all LGBT people in New York and to all of the people in New York. Everyone wins because everyone is now equal! Read Full Story
Christopher Meloni Supports Gay Marriage
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The uber-masculine actor, well known for his former role in the prison drama Oz, is one of many prominent New Yorkers speaking out for marriage equality in the state. Currently starring in the hit show Law & order, Christopher Meloni recorded this PSA on behalf of HRC. Read Full Story
This Is How DOMA Hurts Us All
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There is no better example of how destructive the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) is to us than this story. Thankfully, the Obama administration has decided not to defend DOMA in court any longer. However, DOMA is still on the federal law books and is still being enforced. DOMA must be repealed and marriage equality must be provided for all. Justice and equality for all. It's the American thing to do. Read Full Story
Don't Ask, Don't Tell Abolished with Obama's Pen
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At 9:35 AM, this morning, the United States military's policy of Don't Ask, Don't Tell was officially repealed with President Obama's signature. The repeal process was a roller coaster of a ride, with its fate in doubt much of the time. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi was an amazing leader on this, seeing to it that the House of Representatives had the opportunity to vote in favor of this historic legislation twice, squeezing it into the tight agenda. This was done to accommodate the Senate, which... Read Full Story
Attitudes on Gay Rights Continues to Shift in our Direction
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Over time attitudes on gay rights issues has increasingly shifted toward support for the LGBT community. NPR's All Things Considered took a closer look at the latest polling data and compared it to earlier studies. It's a very promising shift. Take a listen here. Read Full Story