Yesterday, President Barack Obama signed into law the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act. The legislation extends federal hate crimes protection in cases where the victim is targeted because of their sexual orientation, gender, disability or gender identity. "After more than […]
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Schwarzenegger Approves Harvey Milk Day
Good news from California! Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has approved a bill that will recognize every May 22nd as Harvey Milk Day. Though it won't be a state holiday, the measure will encourage schools to conduct lessons "remembering the life of Harvey Milk, recognizing his accomplishments […]
Marriage in Maine!
After being given the approval of the Maine House and Senate, a gay marriage bill has been signed by Governor John Baldacci. Baldacci issued the following written statement: "In the past, I opposed gay marriage while supporting the idea of civil unions. I have come […]