Liz Cheney remarks show fault in politics
Cheney’s actions reveal how politics can dominate the realm of family values in society.
Tag Archive for: same-sex marriage
Students react to high court
A recent poll found that more than 81 percent of millenials support same-sex marriage.
‘Traditional’ prom shows homophobia
A high school in Indiana has gathered support in favor of a prom that bans gay students.
Judge Vaughn Walker speaks about gay rights
The former Northern District of California judge discussed his role in controversial cases Monday.
Republicans must amend party platform
Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney has gotten a lot of flak for his antiquated views on some social issues that, though not the focal points of this election, mean everything to some voters. Despite a conservative fiscal policy and a focus on strong national defense that many young Republicans support, Romney’s anti-gay marriage stance eliminates […]
Should the election focus on civil unions or gay marriage?
The inclusion of marriage equality for gay and lesbian couples in the Democratic National Committee’s platform is a historic move that continues the Democratic Party’s tradition of championing civil rights. While the economy and foreign policy are emerging as the most important issues in November’s presidential election, providing equal rights for all Americans through the […]
Should the election focus on civil unions or gay marriage?
Civil unions — or legally recognized partnerships that give same-sex couples the same rights as opposite-sex couples — should be the central focus of the upcoming election, rather than gay marriage.
Obama’s gay marriage views elicit reservations
Obama’s stance on gay rights is momentuous, but doesn’t mean change is coming in the near future.
New marriage proposal faces uphill battle
On Tuesday morning, three US congressmen held a press conference to announce the Respect for Marriage Act, a proposed law that would repeal the 1996 Defense of Marriage Act — which defines marriage as between a man and a woman. At the conference, Rep. Jerrold Nadler (D-NY) said that same-sex couples “have debunked the baseless […]
USC holds equal rights ‘boot camp’
Grassroots program treats participants to seminars, workshops and campaign simulations.