We subscribe to the philosophy of paying very close attention to what the other side is doing. On May 17, an estimated 3,500 people converged in Raleigh, NC, to express their opposition to marriage equality …
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Live Action in Raleigh
As an anti-gay amendment sits in committee in both the NC House and Senate, pro-equality and anti-gay groups are making their case in Raleigh today. Our partners, Equality NC, are hosting a pro-equality press conference …
The Reality of Will and Grace
This summer, the antigay group, Exodus International, will hold a conference in Black Mountain, NC, entitled “The Reality of Grace.” In response the local LGBT community is organizing ”The Reality of Will and Grace: a …
Honoring the Life of Martha McLean
Martha McLean was an activist, librarian, singer-songwriter, daughter, friend, and partner who, at age 57, passed away on May 3, 2011, after a 19-month journey with breast cancer. Martha made her home in Asheville, NC, …
Domestic Partnerships Start on May 2, 2011 in Asheville, NC
Asheville, NC, will begin offering Domestic Partnerships to same-sex couples on May 2, 2011. The Domestic Partnership Registry (DPR) is open to same-sex couples from anywhere. The registry will be administered by the City Clerk’s …
An Amazing Gift from Allies
Dear friends of ours – a straight couple who are incredible allies to LGBT folks – just did something amazing. When filing their taxes, they were able to easily calculate how much they saved by …
Oppose the anti-gay amendment in the NC House
The anti-gay amendment that was introduced in the NC Senate has now been introduced in the NC House. Take action here with Equality NC to urge your Representative to oppose it.
Equality NC Hiring 2 Community Organizers
Know anyone who’s ready to be a Community Organizer for Equality NC, focusing on efforts to beat the anti-gay amendment? Find all the information here.
Latest on Anti-Gay Amendment in NC
This News and Observer article includes a thorough run down of where things stand with the anti-gay amendment that’s been proposed in the NC Senate. In an interview, Mecklenberg County Commissioner Bill James, a supporter …
Oppose Anti-Gay Amendment in NC
Senate Bill 106 is a far-reaching anti-gay bill that proposes an amendment to the state constitution banning any kind of relationship recognition for same-sex couples in NC. Let your State Senator and State Representative know …
