Month: June 2012

Southern Baptists: Gay rights

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Not that we are suprised, but it turns out the Southern Baptist convention just doesn't see the light.

Southern Baptists: Gay rights aren't civil rights

 

"NEW ORLEANS — A day after electing their first African-American president, Southern Baptists on Wednesday overwhelmingly passed a resolution opposing the …"
http://usnews.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2012/06/20/12323075-southern-baptists-gay-rights-arent-civil-rights

 

 Although they may tought progressive changes after electing their first African-American president, the folks at the Southern Baptist Convention have a long ways to go in recognizing what constitutes civil rights.
 

Homophobic Bullying on agenda

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Small steps in UK  as gay bullying takes a small spotlight…

Homophobic Bullying is Finally on the Education Agenda – but are …

"Some of these people were bullied for actually being gay, but most because they … and OFSTED I say thank you for putting homophobic bullying on the agenda, …"
http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/shaun-dellenty/homophobic-bullying-is-finally-on-the-agenda_b_1606270.html%3Futm_hp_ref%3Duk

The time is now to get in front of this issue in the UK before, as the article points out, the UK has their own Matthew Shepard to wake people up.

NYC backs gay widow

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82 year old Edith Windsor is suing after benefits usually affored to married couples was denied when her partner passed away two years ago siting a violation of equality expectations in the constitution.

NYC backs gay widow's suit against marriage law

 

"Associated Press. NEW YORK — New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg and the speaker of the City Council plan to jointly file a legal brief in support of an …"
http://online.wsj.com/article/APded23f712c9f41dd880232a3c5147bfe.html

 

 
With Bloombergs support and one court already ruling in Edith's favor, we can only hope for the best.

Carrie Underwood Faces Backlash

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Carrie Underwood is taking some heat from her fans online for her support of gay marriage.

Carrie Underwood's Gay Marriage Support Prompts Backlash From …

"LONDON — Carrie Underwood is all about the music, not politics. Yet the 29-year-old country music star has found herself in a media storm after voicing support for gay marriage."
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/06/20/carrie-underwood-gay-marriage-backlash-london_n_1612498.html

 

Thanks to Carrie for standing up for the right thing even if it isn't the popular thing.

Boardroom Battle

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When a board member disagrees with a company’s policies on social issues are their implications  for clients, customers, and shareholders of both organizations?

Boardroom Battle: Directors Clash Over Gay Rights

“Board members come under fire from shareholders all the time over their fiscal responsibilities but now there’s a new battle brewing in the boardroom: Social …”
http://www.cnbc.com/id/47834960

Groups such as the BoyScouts of America that have anti-gay policies want luminaries to set on their board even if those directors are from pro-gay right companies.

Ugandan police raid gay gathering

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No matter how much progress we are finally making in the United States, our gay brothers and sisters around the world are still in the struggle of their lives… literally

Ugandan police raid gay rights meeting

"KAMPALA — Ugandan police on Monday raided a gay rights workshop in Kampala and questioned activists attending the gathering, rights campaigners said.AFP"
http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5hdmzRnnQMokmpHaGvCCIR_aTFdPQ%3FdocId%3DCNG.6e8cb246738bfc1e0c48f4ac564e68fa.8a1

Of course we have to start at home, but we must be vocal and put pressure on our government to stand up for human rights around the world.

Cash rolls in to support Wash. gay marriage vote

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If buying votes is possible, then an increase in funds to support Washington gay marriage may help turn the tide.

Influx of cash rolls in to support Wash. gay marriage measure

"Most of the money on both sides is coming from inside the state, with about $900000 raised locally in favor of passing the same-sex marriage referendum and …KATU"
http://www.katu.com/news/local/More-than-1-million-raised-to-support-Wash-gay-marriage-measure-159457845.html

Only time will tell, but we are hopeful the voters of Washington will make the right decision.

5 Reasons Gay Marriage Losing Streak May Be Over

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There is a sense according to this article that the tide may be shifting in favor of GLBT marriage rights.

5 Reasons Gay Marriage Losing Streak May Be Over

 
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"OLYMPIA, Wash. — Opponents of gay marriage have an unblemished track record in U.S. elections, chalking up 32 victories in 32 public votes. They've won in blue states and red ones, among the most heavily religious areas and among the …The Huffington Post | Full News Feed"
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/06/14/gay-marriage-elections-2012_n_1596114.html

 Which of the 5 reasons do you think will have the most profound impact?

Illinois conservatives defeat anti-bullying measure, citing gay `agenda'

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Tragic turn of events in Illinois as school children are bullied by Republicans

Illinois conservatives defeat anti-bullying measure, citing gay `agenda'

 
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"SPRINGFIELD, Ill. • The Illinois Senate today turned down a bill that would have encouraged anti-bullying programs in schools, after conservatives."
http://www.stltoday.com/news/local/illinois/illinois-conservatives-defeat-anti-bullying-measure-citing-gay-agenda/article_1310d016-a437-11e1-8d9e-0019bb30f31a.html

 It's one thing to have to face gay bullying in your 8th grade class, it's another thing altogether to get it from your government.