-A candlelight vigil is held for the victim of a violent homophobic attack in Liverpool, England. -A Catholic church in Maine fires a lay minister for speaking out in support of marriage equality. –The Economist considers the legal complexities surrounding…
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XGW Digest: October 31, 2009
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-Jeremy Hooper takes an in-depth look at the National Organization for Marriage. -Anti-gay hate crimes are on the rise in London. -Army Secretary John McHugh weighs in on Don’t Ask Don’t Tell. -Stephen Colbert skewers opponents of Washington Referendum 71….
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XGW Digest: October 24, 2009
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-A spokesman for Stand For Marriage Maine admits that the organization has made dishonest claims in its ads. -Congressman Jared Polis’ partner talks about being a gay congressional spouse. -Another anti-gay crusader is caught in a scandal. -Irish sports star…
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XGW Digest: October 17, 2009
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-A group of Russian and Slavic Christians stage an anti-Referendum 71 rally in Washington one day before 1,500 Washingtonians march in support of 71. -The Alliance Defense Fund sues to try to stop New York from recognizing out-of-state same-sex marriages….
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XGW Digest: October 10, 2009
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-The religious right continues to attack Obama appointee and openly gay educator Kevin Jennings. -Microsoft donates $100,000 in support of Washington Referendum 71. -LGBT activists in Belarus host an international conference in Minsk. -Two straight NFL players speak out in…
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XGW Digest: October 3, 2009
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-Daniel Gonzales lays out the similarities between ex-gay programs and Scientology. -Exodus ally Mark Yarhouse backs away from his previous support for reorientation efforts. -The Seattle, WA city council passes a resolution urging voters to vote yes on Referendum 71….
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XGW Digest: September 26, 2009
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-Former ex-lesbian Kori Ashton launches a gay-affirming website. -The Serbian government cancels Belgrade Pride due to safety issues. -Focus on the Family steps up its efforts to recruit younger supporters. -Opponents of marriage equality in Washington state showcase divorcees in…
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XGW Digest: September 19, 2009
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-The Atlanta police department offers questionable reasons for its recent raid on a gay bar. -President Obama to nominate law professor and out lesbian Chai Feldblum for Commissioner of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. -A Catholic church solicits funds for…
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XGW Digest: September 12, 2009
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-The National Equality March gains additional support. -Right Wing Watch warns that the religious right is regaining momentum. -Former Miss California Carrie Prejean to speak at the 2009 Values Voter Summit. -Arizona eliminates domestic partner benefits for the families of…
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XGW Digest: September 5, 2009
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-Same-sex couples begin marrying in Vermont. -Former Maryland Gov. Parris Glendening apologizes for his past opposition to same-sex marriage. -Conservapedia continues to defend Paul Cameron’s “research.” -Carrie Prejean sues Miss California USA officials for religious discrimination. -A Washington state judge…