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COMMENTARY: Repeal of DADT ignores transgender troops

The Rev. Irene Monroe - SDGLN Contributor
September 23rd, 2011

One minute past the stroke of midnight on Sept. 20, the long-awaited repeal of President Bill Clinton’s 1993 "Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell" (DADT) policy went into effect.

At precisely 12:01 a.m. EST, the popping of champagne bottles began along with cheers and tears celebrating the end of a repressive era that prohibited LGBTQ servicemembers from honestly and openly serving in the military.

But the celebration was bittersweet.

Philippine President Aquino voices limited support for gay rights

Alma Mistry - Radio Australia
September 22nd, 2011

Philippine President Benigno Aquino III has voiced some support for gay rights, but stopped short of endorsing gay marriage or adoption.

Aquino made the comments during a visit to New York, where same-sex unions were legalised in July.

The Philippines has a vibrant gay scene and a gay political party which has been pushing for an anti-discrimination bill for 11 years.

But the Roman Catholic Church remains opposed to the Bill, claiming it will open the door to gay marriage.

VIDEO: “Bullying Is Violence” campaign launched on anniversary of Tyler Clementi’s death

SDGLN Staff
September 22nd, 2011

NEW YORK -- Bullying is any form of repeated violence.

It can involve verbal or physical attacks, sexual violence, intimidation or cyber bullying to make someone feel powerless.

It can be based on a person’s actual or perceived identity including sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or HIV status. Bullying can happen to anyone.

Bill would outlaw LGBT discrimination in housing and credit

SDGLN Staff
September 22nd, 2011

WASHINGTON – Sen. John Kerry (D-Mass.) today introduced legislation to outlaw discrimination against LGBT Americans in the housing and credit markets.

The Housing Opportunities Made Equal (HOME) Act would amend the Fair Housing Act to prohibit housing discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or source of income. It would also amend the Equal Opportunity Credit Act to prohibit LGBT discrimination in credit decisions.

Rep. Jerrold Nadler is introducing the companion legislation in the House of Representatives.

Azerbaijan's Eurovision welcome for gays questioned again

Paul Canning – LGBT Asylum News
September 21st, 2011

Azeri officials have again reassured journalists that gays will be welcome at the 2012 Eurovision song contest to be held in Azerbaijan's capital Baku.

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VIDEOS: DADT is repealed! New era dawns in march toward full equality

Ken Williams - SDGLN Editor in Chief
September 20th, 2011

SAN DIEGO – As the clock struck midnight on Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2011, tens of thousands of gay and lesbian troops around the nation and the world celebrated the official repeal of the U.S. military’s discriminatory “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy and the dawn of open service.

BREAKING NEWS: Federal judge temporarily unseals Proposition 8 videos for public viewing

Ken Williams - SDGLN Editor in Chief
September 19th, 2011

SAN FRANCISCO – Chief District Judge James Ware this morning granted a motion to temporarily unseal the video recordings of the Proposition 8 trial until Sept. 30, allowing anti-gay supporters of the California law to appeal his decision.

Judge Ware refuted every single argument made by Prop 8 supporters on why the video recordings should remain sealed, arguing that the public's right to know is paramount.

54-nation Commonwealth may appoint gay man as Commissioner for Good at annual gathering

Paul Canning – LGBT Asylum News
September 19th, 2011

(Editor's note: Since this story was published, Michael Kirby has denied reports that he could be appointed.)

The Commonwealth may appoint openly gay senior judge Michael Kirby as its 'Commissioner for Good' at its October annual meeting in Perth, Australia, according to Civil Liberties Australia.

EQCA celebrates passage of most comprehensive legislative agenda in its history

SDGLN Staff
September 15th, 2011

SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- During the 2011 California Legislative session, which ended Sept. 9, Equality California (EQCA) reported that it sponsored 12 bills which successfully passed.

The organization says that this year's legislative program passed more bills than in any other single year since EQCA's founding in 1998.

Legislation passed this year covered a number of issues, including domestic partnership and family protections, safe schools, transgender anti-discrimination and inclusive education.

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COMMENTARY: Ex-NBA All-Star Tim Hardaway proves that homophobia can be cured

The Rev. Irene Monroe - SDGLN Contributor
September 15th, 2011

In the African-American community we desperately need public role models denouncing anti-homophobic bullying, vitriol and discrimination.

Since too few role models come from the Black Church, many of us LGBTQ brothers and sisters of African descent look to black role models, especially males, in the areas of entertainment and sports.

But sadly that list too is short.

Tim Hardaway, a retired NBA All-Star player, has recently stepped forward.

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