LGBT
As matter of survival, unions double down on diversity
September 9, 2013The 50-plus unions of the AFL-CIO redoubled its efforts to diversify its ranks and leadership with more women, workers of color, LGBT and young workers.
Read moreStates should not reward bigotry
September 5, 2013A care model for a state-supported Catholic hospital group excludes same-sex couples. Why should states support such discrimination?
Read moreTaking the long view on fight for freedom
September 4, 2013As one of 250,000 who attended the 1963 "March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom," I had to come to Washington, Aug. 24, to be a part of the 50th anniversary march.
Read moreBayard Rustin LGBT coalition highlights civil rights leader’s role
August 26, 2013The San Francisco chapter of the Bayard Rustin LGBT Coalition rallied to highlight the contributions of Rustin, an often-overlooked civil rights figure.
Read moreBar Association condemns “panic” defense in LGBTQ murders
August 21, 2013It's a major step forward that the American Bar Association has now officially condemned "panic" defenses used to justify anti-gay hate crimes.
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