LGBTQ news and entertainment
Today, hot hubby Michael and I celebrate 30 years together. Yes – that’s 10,950 days he’s made me smile, laugh, feel special, and loved. It’s also our 21st official wedding anniversary. We kept the same date (October 17) as the one we met because I used to be blond and can’t remember too many dates. Continue reading “Happy Anniversary! 30 Years With The Best Husband In The World”
King Maha Vajiralongkorn of Thailand has given royal assent (signed into law) a new law legalizing same-sex marriage. After a 120 day waiting period, Thailand will become the first nation in Southeast Asia to recognize same-sex marriages. Continue reading “Thailand’s King Approves Same-Sex Marriage Law”
As California’s Attorney General, Kamala Harris refused to defend Proposition 8, which voters passed in 2008, banning same-sex marriage. When Prop 8 was struck down in 2013, then-California Attorney General Kamala Harris ordered clerks across the state to start issuing marriage licenses. Continue reading “That Time Kamala Harris Ordered Clerks To Begin Gay Marriage”
In a historic win for LGBTQ rights in South Korea, the country’s Supreme Court has ruled that same-sex couples do have a right to spousal coverage for national health insurance. Continue reading “South Korea: Same-Sex Couples Win Landmark Ruling From Top Court”
Some news items you might have missed: • Philadelphia Gay News: The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has passed a bill that would protect same-sex marriage in the commonwealth by repealing outdated language that remains in the state’s law that defines marriage as between one man and one woman. Continue reading “Protecting Same-Sex Marriage In Pennsylvania + More News”
In this week’s podcast: President Biden has pardoned LGBTQ military who were discharged for being queer under Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell. Plus… Continue reading “Podcast: LGBTQ Military Pardons, New “Golden Girls-Like” Sitcom + More”
Some news stories I think worth your time: • Equality Day: Not only is today the 9th anniversary of the Supreme Court’s Obergefell ruling which made marriage equality legal nationwide, but on this same date in 2003 the high court struck down so-called ‘sodomy’ laws (Lawrence v. Texas) and in 2013 struck down the Defense of Marriage Act which blocked the federal government from recognizing same-sex marriage (United States v. Windsor). Continue reading “9th Anniversary Of Marriage Equality SCOTUS Ruling + More”
The latest polling from Gallup shows 69% of Americans support same-sex couples’ right to marry – a near-record high. The same survey also indicates 64% see gay/lesbian relations as “morally acceptable.” Continue reading “Gallup: Support For Same-Sex Marriage Near Record High”
Thailand’s Senate approved the final reading of a marriage equality law today which means Thailand is set to become the first country in Southeast Asia to legalize same-sex marriage. The legislation will give LGBTQ couples the same legal rights and recognition as heterosexual couples, including rights related to inheritance, adoption and health care decision-making. Continue reading “Thailand To Become 1st Southeast Asian Country To Legalize Same-Sex Marriage”
56 LGBTQIA+ couples from all over gathered in Seattle to renew their vows on May 30 in what’s become a new world record in celebration of queer love. Continue reading “Seattle: LGBTQ Couples Set World Record For Vow Renewals”