Yearly Archives: 2006

Stay tuned for GSA bill in Senate

In case there was any doubt about which generation is providing leadership: Due to continuing legislative efforts to deny GLBTQ and allied youth their constitutionally protected right to freedom of expression and association, a new statewide grassroots youth coalition has … Continue reading

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Statewide group for gay youth forms

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February, 9, 2006 Contact: Tully Satre Founder/Executive Director info@CEEVAinitiative.org 540.219.1654 Statewide group for gay youth forms Responding to continued attacks against Virginia’s gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) youth, a new coalition has been formed to work … Continue reading

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In Virginia, a Step Backward

Washington Post February 5, 2006 Now that the Virginia legislature has passed the marriage amendment for a second time and the measure is almost certainly headed to the November ballot, Virginia voters should understand exactly what the amendment does. Although … Continue reading

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What’s real marriage

Church takes on hot-button issue Loudoun Times-Mirror January 28, 2006 By Eileen M. Carlton The congregations of St. James United Church of Christ in Lovettsville and Clarendon Presbyterian Church in Arlington differ in many ways. But both congregations are united … Continue reading

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Oppose attack on Gay/Straight Alliances

HB 1308, a bill intended to target Gay/Straight Alliances by misleading legislators about their purpose and activities, is being patroned by Delegate Matt Lohr. In case there was any doubt about his intention, we provide the following: “I personally am … Continue reading

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State’s Marriage Proposal Hits Home in Arlington

[Excellent coverage of the broad implications of the anti-marriage amendment and the fact that most Virginians will not support it if they know what it says. This is the information that needs to get out there.] Washington Post Arlington Extra … Continue reading

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Church Ceremony Celebrates Gay Pairs

Straight Couples Join in Vows of Commitment at Protest Event in Arlington “This is not our choice,” [said Jay Fisette, Arlington County Board member] “It’s been thrust upon us. . . . We yearn for the day when these gestures … Continue reading

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