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Take Action! Oppose the Marriage Protection Act

July 20, 2004 by Karla Rothan  
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If passed, HR 3313 would strip the federal courts of jurisdiction over challenges to the Defense of Marriage Act.The MPA singles out one group of people—LGBT Americans—for different and inferior treatment. DOMA is a law that profoundly affects the recognition of same-sex relationships and be subject to constitutional scrutiny by the courts. By shielding DOMA from federal judicial review, the MPA closes the federal courts to a distinct class of people, leaving them open to all others. Read more

Say NO to OSA and to Hate!

July 19, 2004 by Karla Rothan  
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As many of you know, OSA (Operation Save America) has descended upon our City with their message of hate, intolerance and anti-glbt rhetoric. Many of you came out to City Hall on Saturday and joined Stonewall, as well as other local groups, to collectively voice our opposition to OSA and maintain a peaceful response to their visit. Your presence was strong, heard loud and clear and we thank you for publicly joining us in saying NO to OSA. Read more

Stonewall’s Ohio Freedom to Marry Presents at NWMF

July 18, 2004 by Karla Rothan  
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This Saturday, the Stonewall Ohio Freedom to Marry Coalition will be presenting a workshop at the National Women’s Music Festival at OSU. For those wanting to learn more about this “hot topic” check out the Stonewall OFTMC panelists and hear wht is happening with same-sex marriage. Read more

BRAVO URGES REPORTING

July 13, 2004 by Karla Rothan  
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From July 17 through July 24, 2004 Operation Save America (OSA) will be active in Columbus, targeting clinics, physicians and churches as well as LGBT institutions and businesses. Read more

The Federal Marriage Amendment Lost!

July 13, 2004 by Karla Rothan  
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Good News!!The Federal Marriage Amendment lost in the Senate with a bipartisan vote of 50-48. Read more

WE DON’T TOLERATE HATE

July 13, 2004 by Karla Rothan  
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WE DON’T TOLERATE HATE, AND NEITHER SHOULD YOU! SAY NO TO OPERATION SAVE AMERICA Read more