Marriage in most families is a momentous occasion, and for those that choose to walk down the aisle, it marks the beginning of a new life for the wedded couple. Marriages form a backbone of not only family history, but American history as well. But for LGBT Texans that treasured history is being not only … Continue Reading ››
For a candidate that touts government transparency as a virtue, Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott's offices sure don't practice what they preach. First, it's hiding dangerous chemical locations from Texas families, and now as it turns out, you can't even bring a petition down to the AG's office. Here's the story on that … Continue Reading ››
Weddings touch all of our lives at one point or another. If you're single, you've probably attended at least one, or have even been a part of the wedding party. And if you're volunteer or staff member in a faith community, then you've probably been to more weddings than you can possibly count. For all of … Continue Reading ››
Most of the American working population is probably aware that pregnant women are guaranteed the right to work, and hold their jobs when taking a temporary leave of absence for childbirth. But even today, many issues still result in discriminatory practices from employers. Since the 1978 amendment to the Civil Rights Act, pregnancy discrimination cases have incrementally throughout … Continue Reading ››
After years of planning, a slew of phone calls, repeated trips to City Hall, organizer trainings, exhaustive blog posts and countless closed-door meetings with Council Members, citizens finally found a voice when the Houston Equal Rights Ordinance was passed on May 28th. The new law instituted an historic new level of protections for all Houstonians, and for many was a cause for celebration.
But today, … Continue Reading ››
Some very big news today out of Denver, as the state of Utah is dealt another huge blow to its ban on same-sex marriage in an unusually broad ruling. Here's the scoop from LGBTQnation...
A federal appeals court ruled Wednesday that states must allow gay couples to marry, finding the Constitution protects same-sex relationships and … Continue Reading ››
