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Obama's 'Don't Ask' plans unknown to Gibbs

Spokesperson needs 'guidance' on Obama's plans

May 5, 2010 | Comments Off

Repeal groups disagree on 'Don't Ask' strategy

May 4, 2010 | 1 Comment

Casey to introduce inclusive anti-bullying bill

Legislation would call for school policies, data collection

May 3, 2010 | 1 Comment

Dean speaks at 'Don't Ask' rally as protesters arrested (updated)

Demonstrators urge Obama to call for repeal this year

May 2, 2010 | 1 Comment

Panelists hammer White House on ‘Don’t Ask’ position

Bond leaves door open for endorsing delayed implementation

May 2, 2010 | 3 Comments

Gates letter advises against ‘Don’t Ask’ repeal this year

Secretary wants completion of study first

April 30, 2010 | 4 Comments

Hawaii Legislature approves civil unions

House votes 31-20 to approve measure

April 30, 2010 | Comments Off

Senate Dems propose UAFA inclusion in immigration reform

A recently published outline of principles Senate Democrats are seeking as part of upcoming

April 29, 2010 | 2 Comments

National news in brief

Locals protest anti-gay Uganda bill & more

April 29, 2010 | Comments Off

Senate moves to address LGBT inequality abroad

Amendment to State Dept. budget would boost tracking of int’l violence

April 29, 2010 | Comments Off