Tag Archives: Civil rights

The heart of liberty

Posted on June 23, 2006 by David

There has been a reasonably principled discussion of the underpinnings of support for/opposition to the Marshall-Newman amendment over at NoVA Townhall, with Joe expressing a willingness to examine whether the harm the amendment would do to families outweighs the perceived … Continue reading →

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Supporting a Community

Posted on April 6, 2006 by David

Equality Loudoun looks to defeat constitutional amendment and support Loudoun youth. Loudoun Connection April 5, 2006 By Erika Jacobson What the leaders of Equality Loudoun would like is an open and honest conversation with the people of Loudoun County. “We … Continue reading →

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Straight Talk about Gay Rights

Posted on April 3, 2006 by David

Equality Virginia board member Jay Gandy has a guest editorial on Bacon’s Rebellion. Nondiscrimination in the state workforce should extend to sexual orientation. The only criteria that should affect employees’ work status should be professional performance. Attitudes toward gay people … Continue reading →

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History’s Lessons

Posted on April 2, 2006 by Russell

The lessons of history belong to everybody. Continue reading →

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Sign of the Times

Posted on March 30, 2006 by David

We are fascinated by the idea suggested by the person this writer is responding to, that churches should keep their views on marriage “inside their church.” That’s not at all a bad idea. It’s a little late for that, though, … Continue reading →

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AG Opinion Endorses Discrimination

Posted on February 24, 2006 by David

Equality Virginia: Attorney General Opinion Endorses Discrimination Against Gay and Lesbian Virginians (Richmond) – Equality Virginia condemned an official opinion issued today by Attorney General Robert McDonnell that said the Governor does not have the authority to include “sexual orientation” … Continue reading →

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Virginia can’t afford legislative sidetracks

Posted on January 1, 2006 by David

The General Assembly’s top priorities should have nothing to do with hot-button social issues. Roanoke Times January 1, 2006 As the Earth embarks on another 575 million-mile journey around the sun, the General Assembly is about to gather in Richmond … Continue reading →

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