Measures passed with bipartisan support
But 2016 hopeful omits mention of Equality Act
Protesters forced cancellation of reception with Israeli advocates
Comments come ahead of vote on Italy civil unions bill
Blizzard dumped nearly 2 feet of snow in D.C.
Country’s Senate expected to consider measure on Thursday
Some say leading LGBT rights group 'represents the 1 percent'
A Wider Bridge sponsored Creating Change event
James Vacca represents parts of the Bronx
'They are standing up and fighting the important fights'