Tag Archives: Marriage

On gay marriage, present and the future

The Virginian-Pilot February 4, 2005 By the time this General Assembly session ends, lawmakers will almost certainly pass a constitutional amendment defining the institution of marriage as the union of a single man and a single woman. You’d almost think … Continue reading

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Straight and Narrow in Virginia

The Washington Post January 30, 2005 By Kim I. Mills, Board Member, Equality Fairfax Last August my partner and I bought a house in Fairfax County. We already own a house in Arlington County, so now we own two properties … Continue reading

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No Bellwether for Gay Rights in Virginia

Washington Post January 2, 2005 When the Virginia General Assembly convenes this month, organizations such as the Family Foundation will be on hand to instruct legislators on the importance of being on the right side of some “moral values” issues … Continue reading

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Dictates on Marriage

Washington Post Loudoun Extra December 11, 2004 Loudoun County attracts all manner of anti-gay ideologues. They participate in local and state government, support misnamed “Marriage Affirmation” legislation and run advocacy groups that fabricate political issues from prejudice and fear. Many … Continue reading

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To Have and To Hold: Part Two

(Includes remarks on marriage equality from David and Jonathan Weintraub of Equality Loudoun, Roberta Finkelstein of UU Sterling and Jack Stagman of the Loudoun Church Alliance) Loudoun Friday Times December 3, 2004 By Brittany Boyd This week, we conclude our … Continue reading

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Reality of Bad Marriages

Washington Post Loudoun Extra October 7, 2004 Contrary to the statement of the Rev. Jack Stagman of the Loudoun Church Alliance [“Religious Groups Nurturing Marriage,” Metro, Sept. 28], equality for same-sex couples was very much an issue at the Healthy … Continue reading

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Religious Groups Nurturing Marriage

The Washington Post September 28, 2004 By Lila Arzua Leaders of two dozen Loudoun County churches and religious organizations vowed over the weekend to support the institution of marriage, saying they hoped to prevent thousands of divorces in the county … Continue reading

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