Edgars Rinkēvičs has been country's foreign minister since 2011
Military leaders each express concerns, but confidence in ability to implement
Mass. senator bases decision on Gates' recommendation
'Persistent Voices' poetry reading, vigil at Dupont Circle among events
McCain continues anti-repeal bully pulpit with delay tactics
ACLU says legislation could violate students’ civil liberties
Hearings begin next week; case likely headed to Supreme Court
Illinois House passes civil unions, anti-gay app yanked, Skype marriage invalid and more
Ensuring LGBT residents are part of ‘One City’ promise
Pope opens dialogue on HIV, gays in Catholic Church
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