marriage equality

Puerto Rico Approves Marriage Equality Following SCOTUS Ruling

Following the U.S. Supreme Court's historic decision approving marriage equality throughout the U.S. and all its territories, the government of Puerto Rico has moved quickly to acquiesce to the court's decision, approving marriage equality in the island.

Gay Marriage News: Cuba Will Hold Symbolic Mass Gay Wedding for Gay Pride Event

This coming weekend Cuban gay activists, along with Mariela Castro, will hold a symbolic mass wedding this weekend as part of Cuba's annual gay pride parade.

Gay Marriage Supreme Court News: Nearly 3 in 5 Americans Want SCOTUS to OK Gay Marriage

Nearly three in five Americans want same-sex marriage to be legal across the nation and NBC News/Wall Street Journal poll found. Among minorities, Latinos favor marriage equality the most.

Presidential Candidates Opinions on Gay Marriage: Rubio Woos Gay Republicans While Staying in Favor of Conservative Christians

The GOP senator has distanced himself from his pro-gay remarks, claiming gay marriage is not a constitutional right.

Microsoft Execs Says Supporting Gay Marriage, LGBT Equality Helps Businesses

Microsoft posted to its blog on its official website in support of marriage equality in the workplace. The tech giant argued businesses like Microsoft can grow better with support of marriage equality.

Gay Marriage Ban and Laws: Montana Republican Attorney General Calls Appealing Same-Sex Weddings His 'Sworn Duty'

Montana becomes the newest state to overturn its same-sex marriage ban after a district judge said it violated the fourteenth amendment.

'Why Marriage Matters' Releases Ad Featuring LGBT Latino Family in Colorado

Featuring the Rodriguez family, the ad showcases the Latino community's devotion to family despite of any family member's sexual orientation.

Marriage Laws by State: Gay Marriage Cases Under Review in Wisconsin, Indiana

Same-sex marriage in Wisconsin and Indiana under review in federal court today Marriage bans for same-sex couples in Wisconsin and Indiana are under review Tuesday by the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals, the fourth such court to hold hearings on same-sex marriage bans this year, MSNBC reported.

Marriage in Florida: Federal Judge Declares State's Same-Sex Marriage Ban Unconstitutional

A federal judge in Tallahassee decided Thursday that the ban in Florida on same-sex marriages was unconstitutional.

Latino Rights Group Denied Grant by Catholic Organization for Being Linked to Marriage Equality Activism

Immigrant and worker's rights group VOZ was denied a large grant by a Latino Catholic organization due to their affiliation with a group that supports same-sex marriage.

Supreme Court, Same-Sex Marriages: SCOTUS Says Utah Doesn’t Have to Recognize Gay Marriage During Appeal

The highest court in the land says that the marriage's are on hold until the appeals process is complete.

Same-Sex Marriage 2014: Court Upholds Marriage Equality in Oklahoma

A federal appeals court on Friday upheld the ruling that Oklahoma's gay-marriage ban was unconstitutional.

Gay Marriage in Florida: Judge Strikes Down State’s Gay Marriage Ban in One County

Florida has become the 20th state to overturn its ban on same-sex marriage but this ruling only applies to one county.

Same Sex Marriage Laws Update: Utah to Appeal Marriage Ruling; What Happens Next?

The Utah Attorney General's Office announced Wednesday that it will appeal the decision by 10th Circuit Court to uphold gay marriage to the Supreme Court.

Republican Senator Susan Collins Announces Support for Marriage Equality

Senator Collins' support for marriage equality raises the number of Senate Republicans in favor of equality to four.

GOP Congressman Pledges Support for Marriage Equality

Another GOP lawmaker backs marriage equality, despite the party's obstinate stance against it. The Republican Party has always been adamantly opposed to marriage equality as part of their official platform.

Gay Marriage Map: Same-Sex Marriage Now Legal In England & Wales; Northern Ireland, Scotland Next?

England and Wales began allowing same-sex marriages at midnight. As the United States continues to convulse on the issue of marriage equality, with circuit courts striking down bans and other courts halting decisions, England and Wales began same-sex marriages at midnight on Saturday.

Gay Marriage: Legal Same-Sex Recognition Expanded at Federal Level

Same sex married couples become eligible for various federal benefits. Following a year of various victories by the LGBT community in the United States, Attorney General Eric Holder will announce today a further expansion of same sex marriage recognition at the federal level.

Grammys 2014: Madonna To Perform With Macklemore and Ryan Lewis

Collaboration performance will be about gay rights in America After her ankle injury earlier this week, many fans began to doubt whether Madonna would be able to return to the stage.

Marriage Equality in Utah: Judge Strikes Down State's Gay Marriage Ban

A federal judge in Utah has struck down the state's constitutional ban against same-sex marriage. Utah is, for now, the 18th state to allow such marriages. The state plans to appeal the ruling.

Gay Marriage States 2013: Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn Passes Marriage Equality, 16th State to Do So

Illinois has joined a growing list of states to recognize marriage equality Illinois has joined a growing list of states to recognize marriage equality.
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