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States Allowed to Extend Medicaid Protections to Same-Sex CouplesThe Obama administration issued a letter Friday to State Medicaid Directors urging the group to use "flexibility" when determining the rights of same-sex couples regarding liens , transfers of assets, and estate recovery.- Alaskan Same-sex Couples Sue State Over Discriminatory Tax LawsThe American Civil Liberties Union announced on Tuesday that it is representing three sexagenarian Alaskan same-sex couples who have filed a lawsuit against the state of Alaska for its discriminatory tax-assessment rules.
States that Allow Surrogacy for Same-Sex CouplesAre you a gay or lesbian couple who is interested in surrogacy? Here are some of the states that allow surrogacy for same-sex couples, and other information you should know.- Tax Tips for Same Sex CouplesIf you are gay or lesbian, you may be interested in finding out whether you can file your tax return jointly. Well there are different regulations for different states and you need to know the regulations well before your file your return.
- Maine Votes Against Same Sex Marriage LawMaine voters shot down the same sex marriage law November 3, 2009. Only five states allow same sex marriage.
- What is Marriage For? No Wonder Americans Weigh it so LightlyPositive Attitudes toward gay marriage is directly related to increased knowledge and diversity education - as it was during the Anti-Slavery campaign and Women's Movements. This report explores a few issues to be aware of -- you choose for yourself.
- Marriage Vs. "Civil Union" for Same Sex CouplesRespondents generally supported issues identified as "gay rights," but they did not support gay marriage. Regardless of poll results, however, Lesbians and Gays are entitled to all rights provided to citizens and protected by the Constitution.
- The Benefits of Gay MarriageWith the struggle for equal marriage rights for all citizens, this article addresses how to get all the state and federal benefits afforded to you when in a homosexual relationship.
- California Passes Prop. 8 to Eliminate Right for Same-sex Couples to MarryIt looks like Proposition 8 has passed,eliminating the right of same-sex couples to marry. Not just here in California but also in Arizona and Florida.
- A Look at California's Proposition 8: The 'Eliminates Right of Same Sex Couples to Marry Act'Proposition 8, also known as the "Eliminates Right of Same-Sex Couples to Marry Act," is up for vote on California's November election ballot.
- Social & Psychological Dynamics of Marriage Are Equal in Same-Sex PartnersWhether heterosexual or involving in a same-sex relationship, the ability to unite in marriage brings about a sense of committment and satisfaction
- Dancing with the Stars: Same Sex Couples?Will Lance Bass get to dance with a man?
- Four Reasons Fans Are Back in Love with 'Glee'The last few episodes of "Glee" have been a little so-so, and have left viewers feeling unhappy about the course of the show. Last night's episode showed the fans the reason we all fell in love with "Glee." Here are just four reasons to love it again.
- Same Sex Couples and Parenting RightsPart 2 of the non traditional fathers series One group of non-traditional dads who have made quite of lot of media attention is the homosexual couple, where two male partners claim fatherhood.
- Win but Fail: Perry V. Schwarzenegger Ruling Declares Proposition 8 UnconstitutionalJudge Vaughn R. Walker has finally ruled on Perry v. Schwarzenegger and found California's Proposition 8 unconstitutional. What about that doesn't amount to a win?
- 5 Common Problems Among Same-Sex CouplesGay and lesbian couples often face issues fairly different than the average heterosexual couple. Here's how to assess them.
Living in a Small Community and Being GayEven the world is growing in it's acceptance of same sex relationships, does that include small communities? Where the communities may still be closed minded and unwilling to adapt to social integration of same sex couples into it.- Texas Grants Divorce to Same-Sex Couple; Could Gay Marriage Be Next? - 1213681 - HHA judge in Texas recently ruled same-sex divorce to be legal, causing some to wonder whether this was the first step towards legal same-sex marriage.
- Ban of Divorce in State of CaliforniaI talk about the 2010 California Marriage Protection Act and how it is more of a mockery of the acceptance of Proposition 8 than a serious Act.
- President Obama Moves to Support Same-Sex CouplesPresident Obama issues a Statement in support of Same Sex Couples - the GLBT community. In addition to requesting the repeal of the Defense of Marriage Act.
- Legitimize LoveThere is no reason to violate the civil rights of any group in this millineum. We must learn to live in peace with our differences
Senate Report Card: Bob Casey D-PASenator Bob Casey's legislation and stance on issues.
Gay Couples Will Now Have Rights in WashingtonAs Governor Gregoire retold stories of gay couples unable to visit dying partners, people cried!- Same-Sex Couples Are Getting Married in AmericaGay couples no longer wish to be tolerated. Many TV shows such as Queer Eye for the Straight Guy prove that society has accepted their existence. But acknowledgment is not enough. They want the same rights that all Americans have and one of those rights is marriage.
- Parenting: Changing Times for Changing ParentingWith the changing society, the traditional family base is a fading icon. With the rising divorce rate and the increase of public awareness to same sex couples this trend is no longer the norm.


