Monthly Archives: May 2010

Significant others to be included in definition of family for state employees

Following a public hearing this morning, Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland  took action to include significant other in the definition of an immediate family member, particularly as it applies to bereavement and family leave for state employees. This proposed amendment to … Continue reading

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Quote: judge condemns Malawi couple

“I will give you a scarring sentence so that the public be protected from people like you, so that we are not tempted to emulate this horrendous example [of homosexuality].” — Judge Nyakwawa Usiwa-Usiwa said in his explanation of the … Continue reading

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Action alert: Urge Sen. Durbin to fight for a transgender-inclusive ENDA

Thirteen protestors were arrested Thursday, May 20, when they refused to leave Sen. Richard Durbin‘s Chicago office until he agreed to sign a pledge to openly advocate for a transgender-inclusive Employment Non-Discrimination Act. Durbin is the Senate assistant majority leader … Continue reading

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Hot 100 showcases everyday queers

Autostraddle released it’s Hot 100: Real Queer Girls featuring actual, everyday queers. While the list does feature a few well-known queer women, like Julie Goldman, most of them aren’t famous hotties. Even me, your fearless blogger, is among those listed. … Continue reading

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Tell your Ohio legislators to pass EHEA

Today marks Equality Ohio‘s annual lobby day. People from across the Buckeye State will meet with their state legislators, urging them to support the Equal Housing and Employment Act, which is currently stalled in the Ohio Senate. I will be … Continue reading

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