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In Stunning About-Face, Mormon Church Backs Same-Sex Marriage Rights

November 17th, 2022

In a stunning move, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (also known as the Mormon Church) announced it will support federal legislation to protect same-sex marriage. But some critics aren't convinced. Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights, Political & Religious Controversy | 18 Comments »

Mexico Legalizes Gay Marriage Nationwide, But Concerns Grow in U.S.

October 31st, 2022

Seven years after a Supreme Court ruling, the final Mexican state of Tamaulipas has voted to amend its civil code and legalize same-sex unions. But even as gay couples across Mexico celebrate, concern abounds in the U.S. Continue Reading »

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Politician Attends Son's Same-Sex Wedding Days After Voting Against It

August 4th, 2022

Rep. Glenn Thompson is being called a hypocrite for voting against codifying same-sex marriage, then attending his son's own same-sex wedding just three days later. Is it anything by blatant hypocrisy? Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights, Political & Religious Controversy | 137 Comments »

Christian Florist Settles With Gay Couple, Ending 8 Year Legal Battle

December 1st, 2021

A Christian florist who spent eight years in the Washington State courts for her right to deny service to a same-sex couple has finally thrown in the legal towel, agreeing to settle with the two men. Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights | 57 Comments »

Lesbian Couple Denied Wedding Tuxes By Christian Business Owner

July 1st, 2021

A lesbian couple in Florida was shocked when the local business they intended to rent their wedding tuxedos from suddenly cancelled their order on religious grounds just a few months before the wedding. Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights | 128 Comments »

Is Being Gay a Religion? LGBTQ Rights Under Attack in North Dakota

January 26th, 2021

A new bill introduced in North Dakota is taking a unique approach in its efforts to curtail LGBTQ rights, redefining homosexuality as a "nonsecular" act tied to the "religion" of secular humanism. Will it work? Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights | 171 Comments »

Pope Francis Calls for Laws Allowing Gay Couples to Form Civil Unions

October 22nd, 2020

In a surprise announcement, Pope Francis has offered his full support for same-sex couples to form civil unions. It would provide gay couples the same legal rights and other benefits offered to married straight couples. Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights, Political & Religious Controversy | 44 Comments »

Is Marriage Equality at Risk? Supreme Court Questions Gay Marriage Ruling

October 10th, 2020

In a statement, Supreme Court Justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas indicated their disapproval of the Obergefell v. Hodges ruling, which legalized gay marriage nationwide, prompting fears it could be overturned. Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights | 146 Comments »

Chick-fil-A CEO Says White Christians Should Repent for Racism

June 19th, 2020

The CEO of Chick-fil-A recently threw his support behind the Black Lives Matter movement, suggesting white Christians repent for the sin of racism. But with CFA's opposition to gay marriage, is that selective repentance? Continue Reading »

Posted in: Political & Religious Controversy | 112 Comments »

GOP Congressman Ousted After Officiating Gay Wedding

June 19th, 2020

Virginia GOP representative Denver Riggleman was targeted by his own party after officiating a gay wedding last year. On Saturday they successfully primaried him after censuring and condemning him at nearly every turn. Continue Reading »

Posted in: LGBTQ & Human Rights | 80 Comments »