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NOVEMBER 8, 2009


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Tom Perez, the assistant attorney general for the U.S. Justice Department's civil rights division, called the passage of ENDA "a top legislative priority for the Obama administration." (Blade photo by Michael Key)

Photo: Tom Perez, the assistant attorney general for the U.S. Justice Department's civil rights division, called the passage of ENDA "a top legislative priority for the Obama administration." (Blade photo by Michael Key)

Senate panel hears ENDA testimony
GOP senators, trans witnesses absent from hearing

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Gay marriage foes win with message about schools

NY gov calls for session on same-sex marriage
Measure has already passed in the Assembly

Texas liquor board to make changes after bar raid
Fort Worth police to also change policies

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Mob rule Erwin de Leon \| Nov 5, 12:44 PM COMMENTS (1)

South Asian LGBT activists speak at St. Thomas' Parish Rebecca Armendariz \| Nov 5, 10:03 AM COMMENTS

ENDA hearings today - watch LIVE
Kevin Naff | Nov 5, 8:59 AM

'Don't accept crumbs'
Joshua Lynsen | Nov 4, 4:01 PM

Tonight: Rally for Maine in Dupont Circle
Rebecca Armendariz | Nov 4, 1:28 PM

Charlie Crist has a gay rights problem?
By DAN SAVAGE | Slog | Nov 5, 4:22 PM

President Obama and gay rights: Forgetting the lessons of the campaign
By NATHANIEL FRANK | The Huffington Post | Nov 5, 12:58 PM

Carrie Prejean sex tape!
Joe. My. God. | Nov 4, 4:46 PM

16 queer cartoon characters you might not know about yet
The New Gay | Nov 4, 3:19 PM

Enough, no more, enogh
David Mixner | Nov 4, 10:41 AM

Kalamazoo Episcopalians take out full page anti-discrimination ad
Towleroad | Nov 3, 3:01 PM

Maine, Obama and the LGBT community
David Mixner | Nov 3, 10:24 AM

Equality March co-directors resign; group reorganizes amid controversy
The Bilerico Project | Nov 3, 10:18 AM

OFA tells Mainers to get out and vote without mentioning anti-gay ballot measure
AMERICAblog | Nov 3, 10:15 AM

Outlook brightens for Baldwin's partner benefits bill
Gay Politics | Nov 5, 4:48 PM

SLC elects first openly gay council member
Salt Lake Tribune | Nov 5, 4:21 PM

Fresh on the heels of repeal in Maine, N.H. may reconsider gay marriage
Foster's Daily Democrat | Nov 5, 3:40 PM

Both camps in same-sex marriage debate see signs that they'll prevail
Des Moines Register | Nov 5, 2:53 PM

Gay rights group pulls Mormon-style handcart to make point
Salt Lake Tribune | Nov 5, 12:38 PM

State justices say lawsuit for domestic partnership benefits not in jurisdiction
The Badger Herald | Nov 5, 10:35 AM

Gay couples: A close look at this modern family, parenting
USA Today | Nov 5, 9:36 AM

State rep. pushes for same-sex marriage in Michigan
Detroit News | Nov 4, 3:47 PM

Fort Worth police, TABC to release Rainbow Lounge reports
Fort Worth Star-Telegram | Nov 4, 3:45 PM

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Rally in response to Maine 1

Georgetown vigil against assault

NATIONAL NEWS >>

Frank Schubert, campaign director for Stand for Marriage Maine, claims victory for Yes on 1 Tuesday night in Portland. (Photo by Robert F. Bukaty/AP)

Maine rejects marriage law
Amid disappointment, questions linger over national strategy

Running into ‘a DOMA problem’ in health care reform
Questions linger as advocates praise LGBT provisions

N.Y. congressional race attracts nat’l attention
Pro-gay GOP contender faces challenge from right

Could ruling relax ‘Don’t Ask’ without law change?
Source: DOD examining Witt case as way to ease enforcement

Paterson calls lawmakers back for marriage bill

Houston City Controller Annise Parker, a lesbian, advanced this week in her bid to become mayor. (Photo courtesy of Parker)

Parker heads to runoff in Houston mayoral race
Lesbian candidate was top vote getter in Tuesday’s election

Maine marriage to be decided by ‘razor-thin election’
Electorate to vote Nov. 3 on whether to retain gay nuptials

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Congress approves funds for Ryan White renewal

LGBT senior, housing issues win attention
Obama administration acts to aid elders, study discrimination

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LOCAL NEWS >>

About 150 students and supporters rallied Monday night following three anti-gay incidents at Georgetown University. (Blade photo by Michael Key)

G’town students rally after attacks
Two assaults listed as anti-gay hate crimes

Stein Club honors local activists
Six receive leadership honors

D.C. Council honors Desi Deschaine
Council votes unanimously to adopt resolution

Agency says D.C. officer should be prosecuted
Office of Police Complaints suggests U.S. Attorney's office file charges

Capital Pride says ‘You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet’
2010 celebration marks event's 35th anniversary

Michael Crawford of D.C. for Marriage said many people, including ‘African-Americans, straight allies, Democrats and Republicans … have all expressed support for marriage equality’ in the District. (Blade file photo by Joey DiGuglielmo)

D.C. same-sex marriage supporters press case
Bill testimony includes man’s proposal to partner |

Republican sweep in Virginia troubles gays
‘Tougher to get our issues forward’

Montgomery County considers expanded rights bill
Measure would obligate contractors to offer DP benefits

Marriage referendum supporters pack hearing

Looking back: Dozens of gay murders remain unsolved
1994 Blade investigation examined local killings   |

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VIEWPOINT >>

So much for loving thy neighbor Unintentional irony at the heart of D.C. ‘Marriage Initiative’ Mark Levine

One step closer to a destiny fulfilled Hate crimes bill finally becomes law, clearing way for more progress ahead Peter Rosenstein
Letters Readers react to our recent stories
Cartoon: Your fierce advocate it out Mike Ritter
The Q Will the GOP move toward adopting pro-LGBT positions or will it grow more conservative? Jaimie Schock
Not your father’s Washington protest Equality March revealed a divide between old tactics and a younger generation’s passion Rev. Irene Monroe
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OUT IN D.C. >>

Setting a standard
Gay big band singer Michael Feinstein brings his Sinatra show to the Strathmore

	Queery 20 gay questions for Brian Watson

	A&E in Brief Community and arts events around town

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT >>

Musician Catie Curtis (left) plays at the Birchmere Dec. 11. (Photo by Tony Baker); Comedian Kate Clinton hits the stage Nov. 20. (Photo courtesy of Michael Jaworek)

ALL ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

A gay ole’ time
Kate Clinton, John Waters among upcoming acts at Birchmere

Back in time
Four Seasons musical at National an unabashed crowd pleaser

Flying the not-so-friendly skies
Pam Ann takes on the airlines for D.C. show

Spirited sport sedans
With Halloween around the corner, it’s time for treats

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