Tag Archives: Same-Sex Marriage

It’s Entirely Consistent

Posted on 05/07/2012 at 3:30 pm by JM Ashby

Members of the media and elements of the liberal blogosphere tried to manufacture a stink over the weekend after Vice President Joe Biden voiced his support for same-sex marriage. The question quickly became — if the vice president will voice … Continue reading →

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Same-Sex Marriage is Good for the Economy

Posted on 04/28/2012 at 4:29 pm by Bob Cesca

A study in Maryland indicates that marriage equality will generate… …“more than $90 million per year.” “Not only would the state net about $3.6 million in sales and lodging tax revenue, but over three years wedding-related businesses could see as … Continue reading →

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OFA Opposes Minnesota Same-Sex Marriage Ban

Posted on 04/09/2012 at 4:30 pm by JM Ashby

Despite all evidence to the contrary, the myth that President Obama secretly opposes same-sex marriage persists among the liberal blogosphere. A theory supported, disappointingly, by some individuals whom I expect better of. President Obama has a clear record of supporting … Continue reading →

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Photo of the Day

Posted on 04/09/2012 at 2:30 pm by JM Ashby

(via Buzz Feed) This is the “severely conservative” Mitt Romney attending the Massachusetts Women’s Political Caucus (MWPC) awards ceremony in 1995. According to the MWPC website, their priorities are Reproductive freedoms and the right to choice Equal and civil rights … Continue reading →

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Pat Robertson: Gayness is Demonic Possession

Posted on 04/01/2012 at 11:58 am by Bob Cesca

Robertson is always good for a bit of insanity now and again. Benen reports: On “The 700 Club” this week, viewers were shown a segment about a man who tried to “change” his sexuality by marrying a woman, but nevertheless … Continue reading →

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Worse Than Bush

Posted on 03/27/2012 at 5:00 pm by JM Ashby

Well, not really. The Department of Homeland Security has announced plans to allow same-sex couples to cross the border together rather than separately. The Department of Homeland Security announced today that same-sex families will soon be able to cross the … Continue reading →

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Another Narrative Falls Apart

Posted on 03/17/2012 at 2:00 pm by JM Ashby

In case you missed it, over the past week a narrative circulated among the professional blogosphere that there was disagreement at the very top of the Democratic party over the issue of including marriage equality as part of the party’s … Continue reading →

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Progress

Posted on 03/01/2012 at 5:25 pm by JM Ashby

Good news. Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley signed same-sex marriage into law today. Moments ago, Gov. Martin O’Malley signed legislation legalizing same-sex marriage in Maryland, making the state the eighth in the nation to offer marriage equality to gay and lesbian … Continue reading →

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Romney on Roof

Posted on 02/17/2012 at 8:00 pm by JM Ashby

Artist – John Cole In other news, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie vetoed same-sex marriage today which passed both the state assembly and state senate. He wants to be vice president, but what he doesn’t realize is that he’s shooting … Continue reading →

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Obama Admin. Clears Path for Military Benefits for LGBT Couples

Posted on 02/17/2012 at 6:30 pm by JM Ashby

Attorney General Eric Holder sent a letter to congress today to notify them that the Department of Justice will no longer defend the constitutionality of denying military benefits to same-sex couples. In the letter to congress, Holder asserts that neither … Continue reading →

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Michigan Roots

Posted on 02/16/2012 at 8:00 pm by JM Ashby

Artist – Adam Zyglis In other news, the New Jersey assembly passed same-sex marriage today. Governor Chris Christie says he will veto it. If you’re looking for a good laugh, try this. Share

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Same-Sex Marriage Signed in Washington

Posted on 02/14/2012 at 7:17 am by Bob Cesca

Washington state joins the ranks of liberty and equality for all. Gov. Chris Gregoire (D-WA) was visibly emotional as she signed legislation legalizing same-sex marriage in Washington, making the Evergreen State the seventh in the nation to offer marriage equality … Continue reading →

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Same-Sex Marriage Becomes Reality in Washington

Posted on 02/13/2012 at 5:15 pm by JM Ashby

Governor Chris Gregoire signed same-sex marriage into law in Washington state today, and so far the apocalypse has failed to arrive as promised by its chief opponents. Gov. Chris Gregoire (D-WA) was visibly emotional as she signed legislation legalizing same-sex … Continue reading →

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Boehner Raises the Debt Ceiling on DOMA Spending

Posted on 02/08/2012 at 6:00 pm by JM Ashby

The House of Boehner previously raised the expense-cap for their $520 per hour lawyer Paul Clement, who was hired to defend the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) in court, from $500,000 to $750,000, and now the cap has been tripled … Continue reading →

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Mitt Romney is on the Wrong Side of Every Issue

Posted on 02/07/2012 at 6:45 pm by JM Ashby

The Ninth Circuit Appeals Court struck down Proposition 9 in California today by declaring that it is unconstitutional and, right on queue, Mitt Romney immediately criticized the decision and blamed activist judges for denying the will of the people. Mitt … Continue reading →

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