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Virginia Is for . . . :

Welcome to the Fred Phelps Training Academy “Only a visceral animosity that is the antithesis of Christian agape could account for such an unrelenting assault.” Richmond Times-Dispatch February 14, 2006 By A. Barton Hinkle The Rev. Fred Phelps, leader of … Continue reading

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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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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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Lobby Day Materials available

Help spread the word – Lobby Day Materials available to download from Equality Virginia. Lobby Day Palm Cards. Pass the word along. Postcard-size information and schedule for Lobby Day. Template ready to run off and circulate to organizations and friends. … Continue reading

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Virginia can’t afford legislative sidetracks

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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Warner Adds “Sexual Orientation” to Non-Discrimination Policy

Read the article in the Washington Blade. Equality Virginia Statement on Governor Mark R. Warner Adding “Sexual Orientation” To State Workforce Employment Rules Click here to send a free email to thank Governor Warner. (Richmond, December 16) — Equality Virginia … Continue reading

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