Monthly Archives: August 2006

The Cypress Project

Posted on August 21, 2006 by David

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 21, 2006 The Cypress Project Contact: David Weintraub, 703.431.0882 PROJECT FOUNDED TO AID THOSE TARGETED BY ANTI-GAY HATE CRIME IN VIRGINIA (August 21, 2006) A coalition of churches, businesses and organizations today announced the launch of … Continue reading →

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Writing on the wall

Posted on August 18, 2006 by David

“This is the second time in as many weeks that anti-gay ballot initiatives have been rejected because of fraudulent signatures. First in Illinois and now in Cincinnati, those attempting to push discrimination can’t honestly get the signatures they need. The … Continue reading →

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Civil rights are not special rights

Posted on August 16, 2006 by David

As I said in an earlier post: Is our advocacy really just about us, or do we want human rights and freedom from dehumanization for everyone? When the forces targeting us are at the same time targeting another group of … Continue reading →

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Connection says “No”

Posted on August 16, 2006 by David

Vote ‘No’ on ‘Marriage Amendment’ Amendment is at odds with Virginia’s business-friendly demeanor. Loudoun Connection August 10, 2006 There are dozens, maybe hundreds, of reasons to vote against the proposed constitutional amendment on marriage that will appear on the ballot … Continue reading →

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Bye bye business?

Posted on August 12, 2006 by David

In Businesses Say ‘No’ to Marriage Amendment, the Connection newspapers report on the growing voice of the Virginia business community warning of the impact of the Marshall/Newman amendment on economic development. “Our history in Virginia has been about opening doors, … Continue reading →

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We live in America

Posted on August 11, 2006 by David

This week’s editorial in the Easterner takes a powerful stand against hate crime, and for the dignity and worth of ALL in our community. Mr. Casey, you rock. Loudoun Easterner August 9, 2006 Our land of opportunity and freedom Last … Continue reading →

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Excuse us, AGI? Your slip is showing.

Posted on August 11, 2006 by David

Those working to pass the Marshall/Newman so-called “marriage amendment” need very much for the general public to believe two things about their campaign: One, that its underlying arguments are secular, and two, that their motivation is not anti-gay animus and … Continue reading →

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