The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee heard arguments Thursday morning on the Obama administration’s rule mandating free contraceptives for those employed at religious institutions. During the hearing, New York Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney asked the panel, “Where are the women?” The question came following an earlier argument from Rep. Elijah Cummings, a Democrat, who argued…
In response to the Obama administration’s contraceptive coverage mandate, a Rick Santorum supporter offered an alternative solution: use Bayer aspirin as a contraceptive. The remark – which has been dubbed “a joke” by the Santorum entourage – received backlash after it was widely circulated on the internet. “This contraception thing, my gosh, it’s so ……
The New Jersey Assembly’s approval of an equality bill that would legalize same-sex marriage in the state awaits its pending veto by Gov. Chris Christie. LGBT allies and activists have urged the governor to sign the bill into legislation, although other groups have recognized Christie’s intent to take “very swift action” to overturn the measure….
A lesbian couple was arrested in New Mexico Tuesday after chaining themselves with a bicycle lock in two chairs at the state’s Marriage License Bureau. The two women, April Parker, 38, and Amanda Rich, 31, were among 40 other protesters at the county clerk’s office in downtown Albuquerque. According to the Albuquerque Journal and the…
The ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill advances in Tennessee today following its approval in the state House subcommittee. The bill, if passed, would prohibit the discussion of LGBT issues within the confines of a public school classroom including any subject pertaining to LGBT sexual education. The pending bill would give supporters parental control over how to…
The San Diego Wrestling Club (SDWC) will be hosting its sixth annual Bulldogs Rumble Wrestling Tournament Saturday, Feb.18 starting at 1 p.m. in the main auditorium of The Center in Hillcrest. Spectators are welcome to come and check out the competition during the tournament for a $5 donation to the club. The annual San Diego…
The 11th annual Hillcrest Mardi Gras Street Party celebration will be held Tuesday, Feb. 21, on University Avenue between First and Fourth Avenues 6-11 p.m., rain or shine. The “Fat Tuesday” event is sponsored by the GSDBA Charitable Foundation and the Hillcrest Business Association. All proceeds from the street party benefit both organizations. The GSDBA…
California state Assemblymember Toni Atkins (D) and Oceanside Mayor Jim Wood (R) have both announced their endorsement of Solana Beach Deputy Mayor Dave Roberts for Third District County Supervisor. “The voters of San Diego County are looking for a proven leader with strong financial skills to be their next supervisor,” said state Assemblymember Toni Atkins….
Excitement among organizers, speakers and participants of the Center for Excellence in School Counseling and Leadership (CESCaL)’s third annual National Educator Conference focused on LBGTQIA youth, this year entitled Supporting Students – Saving Lives, is growing, as evidenced by the recent announcement that Guatam Raghavan, the White House liaison for LGBT issues, will be in…
The official campaign launch and rally to support Councilmember Marti Emerald will be held Saturday, Feb.18, 9-10 a.m. Following that there will be a neighborhood walk from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Those interested should meet at City Heights Urban Village Performance Annex, 3795 Fairmount Ave. in San Diego. RSVP by contacting Abi@MartiEmerald2012.com. The San Diego Democrats…
