I just can’t believe what I’m reading today, on the my Twitter Feed, #SB2
Extremely disappointed in @joeldford and @SenatorClark in voting for #SB2 which goes against everything Democrats stand for #ncga #ncpol
— Colby Moore (@ColbyLMoore) February 25, 2015
under this bill, they can also refuse to married interracial couples too.. Welcome back the days of Jim Crow
Confirmed: #ncga sponsors of #SB2 say magistrates can indeed object to performing "interracial marriages" under this bill. Any marriage.
— Equality NC (@equalitync) February 24, 2015
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“We’ve said all along North Carolina voters deserve to have their voices heard, and this important issue won’t ever be settled until a final decision is made by the U.S. Supreme Court,” said Senate Leader Phil Berger (R-Rockingham). “Today’s petition is the most efficient and cost-effective way to reach a final resolution.”
“Regardless of where you stand on the ultimate issue, it is important to protect the will of the North Carolina voters who overwhelmingly approved a constitutional amendment,” said House Speaker-Designee Tim Moore (R-Cleveland).
What will the 2015 Session of the NCGA hold for the LGBT Community? That is what many in the community is wondering today. Will the NCGA try to block marriage equality once again?
(Exec. Director of the North Carolina Values Coalition)
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THE WHITE HOUSE
Office of the Press Secretary
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 26, 2013
I applaud the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down the Defense of Marriage Act. This was discrimination enshrined in law. It treated loving, committed gay and lesbian couples as a separate and lesser class of people. The Supreme Court has righted that wrong, and our country is better off for it. We are a people who declared that we are all created equal – and the love we commit to one another must be equal as well.
This ruling is a victory for couples who have long fought for equal treatment under the law; for children whose parents’ marriages will now be recognized, rightly, as legitimate; for families that, at long last, will get the respect and protection they deserve; and for friends and supporters who have wanted nothing more than to see their loved ones treated fairly and have worked hard to persuade their nation to change for the better.
So we welcome today’s decision, and I’ve directed the Attorney General to work with other members of my Cabinet to review all relevant federal statutes to ensure this decision, including its implications for Federal benefits and obligations, is implemented swiftly and smoothly.
On an issue as sensitive as this, knowing that Americans hold a wide range of views based on deeply held beliefs, maintaining our nation’s commitment to religious freedom is also vital. How religious institutions define and consecrate marriage has always been up to those institutions. Nothing about this decision – which applies only to civil marriages – changes that.
The laws of our land are catching up to the fundamental truth that millions of Americans hold in our hearts: when all Americans are treated as equal, no matter who they are or whom they love, we are all more free.
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The GOP Chairwoman of Georgia Sue Everhart told the Marietta Journal that some people would pretend to be Gay for marriage Benefits.
Sorry to tell Sue Str8 folks have been doing this for long time.
This is what she had to say on the matter,
"You may be as straight as an arrow, and you may have a friend that is as straight as an arrow. Say you had a great job with the government where you had this wonderful health plan. I mean, what would prohibit you from saying that you’re gay, and y’all get married and still live as separate, but you get all the benefits? I just see so much abuse in this it’s unreal. I believe a husband and a wife should be a man and a woman, the benefits should be for a man and a woman. There is no way that this is about equality. To me, it’s all about a free ride."
Who does she blame for all these people who get paid to marry someone for a another country, so they can get a green card??
From Under the Dome,
U.S. Sen. Kay Hagan said Wednesday that she supported the right of gay people to marry, saying “we should not tell people who they can love or who they can marry.''
Hagan announced her support as the US Supreme Court heard arguments on the issue.
“I know there are strong feelings on both sides, and I have a great deal of respect for their opinions,” Hagan said in an interview. “But after much thought and prayer on my part this is where I am today.''
This change only came after this piece on the Huff,
So Hagan gets slams on the Huff for not supporting SSM, then she comes out in support of, done like a true Politician..
Sunday
7:00pm
Broadway b/w 46th & 47th
*No Speeches, No Anger, No Disrespect; Just Love*
David Mixner is a mentor and hero. When he asks for something, you know its coming from the most principled of places and from love. Come join us for this peaceful vigil in support of love and equality on the eve of the Supreme Court considering marriage equality. - Peter
From David Mixner:
The week of March 24 will be a historic week for the LGBT community, family and friends. For two days on that week, the United States Supreme Court is hearing arguments on both the DOMA and Proposition 8 cases. Rarely has a time called for dignified reflections and 'giving witness' to the moment.
Not acknowledging the importance of those hearings in our lives is unacceptable. All over America at sunset either on Sunday March 24 or Monday, March 25 there will be vigils, visits to Congressional offices and editorial boards, LGBT couples seeking marriage licenses and even some getting arrested.
Show up and be counted somewhere in America. Just do it.
On Sunday evening (March 24) at 7:00PM, I will be taking a candle to Times Square - the window to the world and standing silently for one hour to give witness. I will be standing behind the half price ticket booth. There will be no speeches (although music is always welcomed) and no anger.
Have zero idea if it will be just me standing alone with my candle or just me and a few friends.
However, I am inviting you to come and stand with me to give witness to the nation and the world how important that week will be for LGBT American obtaining freedom and equality.
If the spirit moves you and you in New York City come on down to Times Square with your candle, your determination to fully equal and spend an hour with me.
Much love and peace.
- David Mixner
7:00pm until 8:00pm
As the Supreme Court judges the fate of DOMA and Prop 8, join us for as we call for full LGBT equality.
Vigils will be taking place across the country as the nation's highest court hears oral arguments in the Prop 8 and DOMA cases on March 26 and 27.
SAVE THE DATE | LOCATION TBA (IN DOWNTOWN RALEIGH)
Equality NC is honored to host the March 26th vigil led by community leaders Tracy Hollister and Madeline Goss.
The event will involve:
* Featured speakers
* Candlelight vigil
* Live tweeting other state & national events. #Light2Justice
More vigils are being planned across the state and country as a growing coalition of organizations and communities stand together for full equality, including events hosted by Equality NC and Campaign for Southern Equality. Join one near you:
Asheville
http://www.facebook.com/events/521879764529059/
Charlotte
http://www.facebook.com/events/442505179167652/
Fayetteville
http://www.facebook.com/events/617322361616643/
Greensboro
http://www.facebook.com/events/232926090178575/
Raleigh
http://www.facebook.com/events/148817618616571/
Want to plan your own event? For more information visit, http://www.lighttojustice.org/
