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Obama makes history at start of second term

In first, president includes gay references in address

January 21, 2013 | 2 Comments

White House held inaugural briefing for LGBT advocates

Private briefing took place Friday, included unidentified LGBT leaders

January 21, 2013 | 1 Comment

HRC president on inaugural platform

Chad Griffin among VIPs invited to view President Obama’s inaugural ceremony on Capitol balcony where Obama and Biden families were seated

January 21, 2013 | 1 Comment

Gays referenced in benediction, inaugural poem

Gay poet sounds theme of unity; pro-LGBT minister mentions gays in benediction

January 21, 2013 | 3 Comments

‘God hates fags’ signs displayed on inaugural route

No word on whether these protesters are connected to the Westboro Baptist Church.

January 21, 2013 | 2 Comments

In first, gays mentioned in inaugural address

President Obama also likens Stonewall riots to other great civil rights moments in speech

January 21, 2013 | 3 Comments

MCC leader to read Bible at POTUS inaugural service

Rev. Dr. Nancy Wilson granted honor for President Obama's Inaugural Interfaith Prayer Service, Tuesday

January 21, 2013 | Comments Off

Gay congressmen thank supporters at Stein Club inaugural reception

Takano, Pocan join LGBT Democrats in toast to Obama victory

January 21, 2013 | 1 Comment

Forward

The Gertrude Stein Democratic Club held an inauguration cocktail reception on Saturday.

January 19, 2013 | Comments Off

Minister at inaugural pushed for D.C. gay marriage law

Rev. Luis Leon served on steering committee of pro-marriage equality group

January 18, 2013 | 1 Comment