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March 31, 2014

Published by Michelle L. at March 31, 2014

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Richard Bolger: LGBT Ally Running for Congress in Virginia

Gay marriage is currently not legal in the state of Virginia. Richard Bolger, who is a democratic candidate for congress for the 10th congressional district in Virginia, is hoping to change that. Richard believes that same-sex marriage is a constitutional issue where everyone should have equal rights.

March 27, 2014

Published by Eboné Bell at March 27, 2014

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White House Recognizes LGBT Health Awareness Week

Kathleen Sebelius, Secretary for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued an official statement about observing LGBT health awareness week. With the deadline for open enrollment for affordable health care via healthcare.gov, Sebelius put out a statement on March 26 to remind the LGBT community to take action.

March 26, 2014

Published by Eboné Bell at March 26, 2014

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Gay & Lesbian Victory Fund Endorses 21 LGBT Political Candidates

The Gay & Lesbian Victory Fund, the nation’s largest resource for out LGBT individuals in politics endorsed 21 candidates for public office.

February 27, 2014

Published by Eboné Bell at February 27, 2014

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Mayor Gray Advances Rights of Transgender Community

Today, the District of Columbia advanced the rights of the city’s transgender community by prohibiting discrimination in health insurance based on gender identity and expression.