President aware of the need 'to ensure that proper benefits are provided'
Child Trends says its research doesn't pertain to same-sex parents
The measure passed by a 51-19 vote margin
Atlanta-based CNN.com writer/producer Christensen will serve remainder of the late Triplett's term
Michigan HIV criminalization expert questions timeline posed in Georgia gay magazine piece
Married same-sex spouses will be eligible for benefits in states that recognize same-sex marriages only
Rep. Schiff circulates letter among U.S. House members
Attorneys cite inability of gay couples to procreate
White House sounds amenable, but divided Congress an obstacle
LGBT advocates, buoyed by inaugural speech, celebrate 2nd term