tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-132068882011-09-22T15:27:19.098-05:00All the Ohio LGBT news that's fit to printKimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13376199312216732970noreply@blogger.comBlogger791100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13206888.post-5974857580272298962008-12-03T10:22:00.001-05:002008-12-03T10:37:36.253-05:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 2, 2008Equality Ohio staff walking to hand deliver Our Stories to the legislators StatehouseLeft to Right: Kim Welter, Lynn Bowman and Peter CabornA Picture Paints a Thousand Words: LGBT and Straight Allies Tell Their Stories with PicturesColumbus, OH – Today, gay, transgender and straight Ohioans are reaching out to lawmakers, to show them that equality for lesbian

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Equality Ohio's "Ohio, Progress & Faith" Event Press CoverageBlog coverage:Columbus Dispatch BlogRadio coverage:On the air with WOSUTV coverage:Video Coverage on ONN's websiteArticle on ONN's website

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EQUALITY OHIO PRESENTS “OHIO, PROGRESS & FAITH” FAITH LEADERS, CLERGY GATHER TO STAND UP FOR GAY & TRANSGENDER OHIOANS Bishop Selders with faith leaders after speechFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 13, 2008Contact: Kim WelterProgram ManagerEquality Ohiokim@equalityohio.org419-410-0156Columbus, OH—Equality Ohio and the Human Rights Campaign Religion and Faith Program present Ohio, Progress & Faith

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We recognize and appreciate the need for the pro-equality community to come together and express outrage and anger over the decision of California’s voters. We honor the grassroots drive to create an opportunity through which people can come together and publicly share their emotions about last week’s vote and its impact across the nation. We are certain that through local volunteer actions the

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Join us at Cleveland City Council on Monday, November 17, 7:00pm!Thank you to Councilman Joe Santiago (Ward 14), Councilman Matt Zone (Ward 17) and Councilman Joe Cimperman (Ward 13) for their leadership on these issues!A team of LGBT advocates from the LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland, TransFamily, Equality Ohio, Cleveland Stonewall Democrats and the ACLU of Ohio have been working with

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 6, 2008Contact:Lynne Bowman, Director, Equality Ohio Campaign Fund614-224.0400 or contactus@eopac.orgWith the support of Ohio’s LGBT and allied communities, Equality Ohio Campaign Fund (EOPAC) celebrated victories Tuesday. With 100% of precincts reporting unofficially, seven of nine candidates endorsed by EOPAC were elected.“Our vision of a pro-equality Ohio is

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What an incredible day to wake up in the Buckeye State!After months of canvassing, phone banking, donating and door knocking, the results are in and we know that for Ohio, it paid off. Senator Obama is our president-elect, and we can be proud that Ohio contributed to his success. With his leadership we look forward to seeing federal legislation enacted that will recognize, protect, and embrace

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Equality Ohio would like to extend its sympathy to Havens Corners Church in Blacklick, Ohio, whose message board was vandalized last Saturday night. We offered our assistance with cleaning their message board. We do not condone this type of behaivor.

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Many religious and/or spiritual gay and transgender people are looking for spiritual homes in Ohio – Havens Corners obviously is not the place for them. The message on Havens Corners’ outdoor sign clearly indicates that gay and transgender people are not welcome there. Equality Ohio is in the middle of a project collecting a list of welcoming and affirming faith communities around the state.

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Equality Ohio recently launched 9 digital stories of pro-equality persons from across the state of Ohio.To check out our other 8 stories visit http://www.youtube.com/user/equalityohio/

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Equality Ohio and Equality Federation StaffAugust 15, 2008Little-known but influential group has Columbus conclaveby Eric ResnickColumbus--One of the least commonly known but most influential organizations of the LGBT movement held its summer meeting in Columbus earlier this month.This was the second time the 11-year-old Equality Federation had its annual conclave in Ohio. Ten years ago, a small

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August 15, 2008Equality Ohio endorses six Statehouse candidatesby Eric ResnickColumbus--Equality Ohio announced its first round of endorsements for Statehouse races after its July board meeting.Five Ohio House candidates and a Senate one got the nod, and more may come.In making the recommendations, the group gave strong consideration to candidates’ support of the Equal Housing and Employment

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 19, 2008Contact: Melanie Falls Board Chair Equality Ohio Education Fund mlnfalls@hotmail.com 440.346.2108Columbus, OH - Change is afoot for Ohio’s only statewide pro-equality organization. During its July 19 meeting, the Equality Ohio Board of Directors welcomed a new board chair while saying a very fond farewell to one of the organization’s

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Gay People's ChronicleMay 23, 2008by Eric ResnickColumbus--The Equal Housing and Employment Non-Discrimination Act was on the minds of Ohio legislators last week as 362 volunteer lobbyists fanned out around Capitol Square.LGBT people and allies from around the state visited 81 legislative offices in the Ohio Statehouse and nearby buildings on May 14, meeting with 40 House and Senate members, both

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May 16, 2008Equality bill is a civil rights and business issue, senators are toldby Eric ResnickColumbus--“Basic protections should not depend on where you live or what company you work for,” Equality Ohio director Lynne Bowman told an Ohio Senate panel Wednesday. “And make no mistake. A decision by this body to not pass this bill would be explicit permission to discriminate.”The bill she was

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I am thrilled to report that Lobby Day for Equality 2008 was another AMAZING DAY! I thought you would appreciate a report on just how successful you were in making the day a success. Whether or not you were able to attend Lobby Day, your strong support makes all of this success possible, and we are deeply grateful for your continued commitment to equality.Over 300 Ohioans met at the Statehouse to

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For Immediate Release: March 11, 2008Contact: Sandy Theis 614-940-0131COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Insisting that Ohio's laws must be updated to reflect Ohioans' values, a trio of state legislators introduced bills to make it illegal to discriminate against a person in employment, housing or public accommodations because of their sexual orientation or gender identity."Ohio is among the most unwelcoming

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The equality movement in Ohio got a boost at the third annual Statewide Leadership Summit on December 8th. LGBT and allied leaders from across Ohio met in Columbus to talk about their goals and challenges, and talk about plans for 2008. Special guest speakers included Dept. of Insurance Dir. Mary Jo Hudson and Attorney General Marc Dann. As reported in the Gay People’s Chronicle, the 86 attendees

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Columbus, OH – Today, straight Ohioans are reaching out to lawmakers, to tell them that equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people is not “just a gay issue.”Three years ago this week Ohio’s constitutional ban on same-sex marriage went into effect. To mark the anniversary, Equality Ohio Education Fund delivered a book of stories written by straight Ohioans to the

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This report from the Gay People's Chronicle on Equality Ohio's annual meeting November 10:Another change to the board is the introduction of three new ex officio, or non-voting, seats earmarked for youth ages 18-25. The first of these seats was filled by Jordan Peters, a Dayton native currently attending Ohio State University.

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Today's Columbus Dispatch runs an article about the documentary For the Bible Tells Me So and panel discussion last night:Most of the film is testimony from families who once believed homosexuality went against the church's teaching and how their views changed after they learned their own child was gay. Included are the parents of V. Gene Robinson, an openly gay man from New Hampshire who became

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The Columbus Dispatch published a review of the movie For the Bible Tells Me So, showing at Mershon Auditorium Thursday Nov. 15th at 7:30pm.Director Daniel Karslake doesn't host a vigorous debate. He builds his side of the issues and represents opposing views through media appearances by gay-rights critics such as James Dobson, Jimmy Swaggart and -- here's a voice from the past -- Anita Bryant.It

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FOR THE BIBLE TELLS ME SODocumentary film presentation at Mershon Auditorium [MAP]NOVEMBER 15, 2007 7:30pm $7/$5 for students*Panel discussion to follow the filmThe divisively contested relationship between divinescripture and homosexuality is at the center of For theBible Tells Me So, a moving examination of how people offaith struggle to reconcile sexual orientation with theword of God as

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Columbus, OH – Today the United States Senate passed the Matthew Shepard Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Act by a final vote of 60-39. This measure would expand existing law to include hate crimes motivated by sexual orientation, gender identity and disability. Both Senator George Voinovich (R) and Senator Sherrod Brown (D) of Ohio voted yes on the measure. Contact: Bo Shuff,Director of

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See all the photos on Equality Ohio's Flickr page

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Cincinnati Enquirer reports a dismal turnout for Coulter's speaking engagement at Xavier University, and highlights the celebratory rally to "Thank Ann!" nearby:Exactly 1,273 people - many of them Xavier students, along with hundreds of others whose college days were decades behind them - filed into the Cintas Center for the 7 p.m. lecture.Several hundred yards away, in front of Husman Hall, a

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Cincinnati, OH – A check presentation and celebratory rally takes place today on the Xavier University Greenspace at 7:00 p.m. at about the same time Ann Coulter is due to speak at the nearby Cintas Center.A coalition waged a “Thank Ann Coulter” campaign for the past month to raise money – over $28,000 to date – for Xavier University progressive student groups that work for the causes Coulter

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The Cincinnati Enquirer ran a story about the $26,000 raised to date by the "Thank Ann!" campaign:Ann Coulter’s speech at Xavier University Thursday night has excited both sides of the political spectrum.The controversial political pundit will get paid about $20,000 for her speech at the Cintas Center, all of it raised privately. But she’s already earned more than that for Xavier students groups

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Contact: Bo Shuff, Equality Ohio (614.224.0400 or bo@equalityohio.org)Over $25,000 raised for Xavier University progressives; “Thank You Ann” rally and celebration ThursdayCincinnati, OH – A coalition waged a “Thank Ann Coulter” campaign to raise money – over $25,000 to date – for Xavier University progressive student groups working for the causes Coulter regularly bashes. Equality Ohio,

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The Cincinnati Enquirer blog picks up the "Thank Ann!" action:The groups leading the "counter Coulter" effort range from Xavier student groups to local groups like Equality Cincinnati, Democracy for Cincinnati and the Cincinnati chapter of the National Organization for Women. National organizations like People for the American Way and the Human Rights Campaign also have joined in."Our goal was to

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Contact: Bo Shuff, Director of Education and Public Policy, 614-325-8855 or bo@equalityohio.orgColumbus, OH - In a surprising twist, groups typically attacked by controversial ultra-conservative Ann Coulter are glad to see her visiting Xavier University in Cincinnati.That's because they are asking for $5 donations in the hopes of raising money for Xavier student groups who represent the values

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“We applaud the Court for upholding Ohio’s domestic violence laws. However, this ill-conceived amendment continues to make it hard for loving same-sex partners to care for each other and their families in this state.” – Lynne Bowman, Executive Director, Equality OhioCONTACT: Lynne Bowman, Executive Director, Equality Ohio (614.224.0400 lynne@equalityohio.org)Columbus, OH - Today the Ohio Supreme

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The Chillicothe Gazette featured a lengthy story and photo today on the Love Makes a Family exhibit at the Pump House Gallery:"Chillicothe does have a big gay community for its size. It's not well-organized, but there are gay families living here," Johnson said. "It helps people see this community in a positive light."The show will be on display through today in Chillicothe before it moves on to

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Our Stories: Digital Storytelling WorkshopAugust 21, 22, 23 in Columbus | workshop details and applicationThe purpose of the Our Stories Project is to amplify the voices of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and allied Ohioans and educate communities by sharing the truth about who we are as people.Equality Ohio is accepting applications to participate in an intensive, 3-day workshop (August 21,

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Equality Ohio board members across the state will convene public regional meetings to talk about how local communities can move equal rights forward for ALL Ohioans. Anyone who cares about equality for LGBT people and families is encouraged to come and share ideas and input at your local meeting. Click here to find the meeting nearest you.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - June 4, 2007Love Makes a Family: Portraits of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender People and their Families Visits Seven Ohio Cities June-JulyCONTACT: Andrea Wood, Manager of New Media & Engagement, Equality Ohio (614.284.2774 or andrea@equalityohio.org)Columbus, OH - Equality Ohio Education Fund is partnering with seven Ohio communities to bring the photography

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The Youngstown Vindicator wrote a detailed and in-depth article about the Love Makes a Family Photography Exhibit:YOUNGSTOWN — Twenty photographs and 20 stories of families line tables in the Presidential Suite in Kilcawley Center at Youngstown State University, all part of an exhibit designed to show that all people are, well, people. This week, the touring exhibit "Love Makes a Family:

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The upcoming exhibit of Love Makes a Family: Portraits of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender People and their Families will be on display in seven Ohio cities beginning at Youngstown State University. The statewide tour is sponsored by the Equality Ohio Education Fund. The Vindicator's article was published Saturday June 2:YOUNGSTOWN — The touring exhibit of "Love Makes a Family: Portraits

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NEWS STORIES about the Executive Order:Cleveland Plain DealerWTOL Channel 11 ToledoOut in Ohio (Out in America - Ohio)365gay.comBLOG HITS about the Executive Order:www.Towleroad.com (1700 blogs link here)Right Angle Blog (prominent conservative Ohio blog - 108 other blogs link to it)

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The Columbus Dispatch writes:"Would I be sympathetic to efforts to end discrimination within the private workplace? Yes," Strickland said. "Would I need to see the specifics of such legislation before I would ever commit myself to supporting or opposing it? Absolutely.”The Dayton Daily News "Journal News" writes:... Phil Burress, president of Cincinnati-based Citizens for Community Values, said

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Columbus, OH – Today Governor Ted Strickland signed an Executive Order protecting more than 60,000 state employees from discrimination based upon their sexual orientation or gender identity. Contact: Lynne Bowman,Executive Director614-563-5274 or lynne@equalityohio.org His move is validated by a statewide poll conducted late last year in which 66 percent of Ohioans said they believe

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Today, ProgressOhio filed a complaint against the organization that advocated for the passage of Ohio's constitutional ban onsame-sex marriage in 2004. The complaint, filed with Ohio Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner's Office, raises questions about the financial disclosures of Citizens for Community Values Action (CCVA), chaired by Phil Burress.The complaint alleges that CCVA raised and spent

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The Columbus Dispatch picked up the polling story in this March 10 article:Ohioans remain vigorously opposed to same-sex marriage but support banning discrimination against gays in employment and housing, a new statewide survey indicates. Equality Ohio, a gay and transgender advocacy group that rose after passage of the constitutional amendment on marriage in 2004, concludes there is "a gap

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Today, Equality Ohio Education Fund, a statewide, equal-rights education and advocacy organization, released the results of a survey commissioned to determine where voters really stand on issues related to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people in Ohio.The end of year survey, conducted by The Glengariff Group, Inc., polled 800 registered Ohio voters, and asked questions on a variety

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Columbus – Equality Ohio today offered praise to Governor Elect Ted Strickland for appointing Columbus City Councilwoman Mary Jo Hudson to the position of Director of the Department of Insurance. This marks the first time in Ohio history that an openly lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender person has been appointed to a cabinet level position. “Councilwoman Hudson is supremely qualified for

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Listen to the Central Ohio NPR station's story on MP3 (WCBE 90.5 FM).The Our Stories Initiative shares the authentic, first person stories of LGBT Ohioans and families with the broader public using multimedia.

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Testimony of Bo Shuff, Director of Education and Public Policy on H.B. 276 (the "Safe Schools Bill") before the Senate Education Committee (December 12, 2006)Good afternoon members of the committee. Thank you for the chance to testify before you today on this important issue. My name is Bo Shuff, and I serve as the Director of Education and Public Policy for Equality Ohio. Equality Ohio is the

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Columbus, OH - Equality Ohio praised the decision of the Butler County Court of Common Pleas to dismiss the case brought by State Representative Tom Brinkman against Miami University. The court found that Brinkman had no standing to bring the suit, filed last November."For the past twelve months, more than 30 people employed at Miami University have been in limbo, unsure if they can continue to

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Columbus - Today Equality Ohio Education Fund distributed copies of their Our Stories documentary to all legislators and the Executive Branch. This 11-minute DVD continues to share the lives of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) Ohioans and inspires dialogue about why equal rights are important. The video features Ohioans and families living in Dayton, Strongsville, Columbus, Galloway,

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Columbus, OH – The election results show clearly that Ohioans, and many across the country, are ready for change. According to Equality Ohio, they are also demanding a change in how politics work.“Voters sent extremists like Rod Parsley, Phil Burress, Russell Johnson, and similar groups across the country a strong message yesterday,” said Lynne Bowman, Executive Director of Equality Ohio. “The

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Columbus, OH- Equality Ohio today praised the decision by the New Jersey Supreme Court in the Lewis v. Harris case.“Today, the Supreme Court of New Jersey told their state legislature to address the discrimination that is currently taking place in that state,” commented Lynne Bowman, Executive Director of Equality Ohio. “We urge elected officials there to do what is right and provide full

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Columbus, OH - Today Equality Ohio released its video "Two Visions for Ohio" (equalityohio.org/twovisions). The short film highlights the influence of religious extremists on Ohio laws and policies by comparing the values and vision of Rod Parsley's Reformation Ohio organization with those of Equality Ohio. Reformation Ohio is part of televangelist Rod Parsley's multi-million dollar empire

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Columbus, OH - Equality Ohio today praised the monumental efforts of pro-equality groups in Cincinnati for their tenacity in defending the will of voters to end discrimination against LGBT people in their city. The group also believes a thorough investigation into the extent of irregularities and possible illegalities in the signature gathering process is warranted.On Tuesday, August 15th, Equal

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Columbus, OH - In the Sunday edition of The Columbus Dispatch on July 23rd, Secretary of State Ken Blackwell compared lesbian and gay Ohioans to “arsonists and kleptomaniacs” and described their lives as a “transgression against God’s law.” Equality Ohio calls on Blackwell to retract his comments and apologize to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender

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The Gay People's Chronicle reports on Equality Ohio's growth:Ohio’s statewide gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender advocacy organization is beginning its second year with new offices near the Ohio Statehouse and a new political action committee. What has been a little over a year of remarkable growth and focus on Ohio’s first pro-active GLBT agenda was sparked by three events, according to

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Columbus, OH- Equality Ohio urges all the candidates for Governor of Ohio to support state employees and their families by providing domestic partnership benefits for those in long-term relationships. "It is estimated that offering domestic partnership benefits to state of Ohio employees will only increase the state’s health insurance costs 0.6 percent,"

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Equality Ohio's Bo Shuff writes a letter to the editor about Rod Parsley's view of marriage, which was published in The Columbus Dispatch:The Rev. Rod Parsley argued in favor of the passage of a so-called Marriage Protection Amendment (Faith & Values column, June 2). The only problem is his argument flies in the face of medical science, ignores historic reality and ridicules the fundamental

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Equality Ohio Executive Director Lynne Bowman testified at the 75th Annual Convention of the Episcopal Church:Good afternoon. My name is Lynne Bowman and I am the Executive Director of Equality Ohio. Equality Ohio is Ohio’s statewide organization focusing on issues of equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people who live in or visit the Buckeye State

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Lobby Day for Equality May 17, 2006 coverage: Columbus Dispatch ("Gay activists try endorsements, lobbying to get message heard")Cincinnati Enquirer ("Gays Lobby Lawmakers") Cleveland Plain Dealer ("Bias study sets Ohio at bottom in nation") Dayton Daily News ("Group takes struggle for equal rights to legislators") ABC CH. 9 WCPO in Cincinnati via Associated Press ("Gay rights group tries new

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Equality Ohio presents Lobby Day for Equality 2006 (read the full release):Columbus, OH—Equality Ohio presents Lobby Day 2006 on May 17 from 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at the Hyatt on Capitol Square in downtown Columbus. More than 500 Ohioans representing all 33 Senate districts and more than 80% of the House districts are registered to be in attendance. Lobby Day 2006

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COLUMBUS, OH – U.S. Sen. Mike DeWine of Ohio announced his support on Thursday for the Federal Marriage Amendment, a divisive measure of historical proportions that would constitutionally exclude all gay Americans from the civil right to marry. Although DeWine has previously expressed his opposition to equal civil marriage rights for gay and

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Columbus, OH – In an historic first for Ohio 's lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community, Equality Ohio will more than double its staff to three fulltime team members with the employment of Andrea Wood and Bo Shuff on April 3, 2006. In under a year, the demands for Equality Ohio's programming, ambitious outreach efforts, and the growing

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H.B. 515 Would Take Decisions About Children Out of the Hands of Medical and Legal Authorities COLUMBUS – On Thursday, Feb. 9, House Bill 515 was introduced in the Ohio House aimed at prohibiting gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people – and those who live with them – from adopting or serving as foster parents in Ohio. Republican House

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- December 2005 - November 2005 - October 2005 - September 2005 - August 2005 - July 2005

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From the Gay People's Chronicle:Cleveland--Another trial court added to the collection of contradictory rulings on the effect of Ohio’s anti-marriage constitutional amendment on November 28, finding that the measure invalidates domestic violence protections for unmarried couples.Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court Judge James P. Celebrezze’s decision also found that the second sentence of the

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Equality Ohio is featured in this article by The Advocate:In late October the Kansas supreme court issued a remarkably sensible pro-gay ruling: It struck down the portion of a state law that punished underage sex more severely if it involved homosexual acts.The case involved Matthew Limon, who in 2000 was found guilty of performing consensual oral sex on a 14-year-old boy when Limon was 18. He

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Columbus, OH – Would the 62% of Ohioans who voted in the 2004 election still have supported the constitutional ban on marriage equality if they’d known the stories of the lives of their fellow citizens? Equality Ohio doesn’t think so. Today, in recognition of the one-year anniversary of the day the marriage ban went into effect, the organization

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Cleveland Plain Dealer story features Equality Ohio:Nathan Schaefer is young, well-educated and a former Ohioan because, he says, the state in which he grew up and came out made it clear a year ago that he and other gays are unwelcome.For Schaefer, a constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage "was like a slap in the face." The measure, approved by 62 percent of Ohio voters, took effect

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Article in the Dayton Daily News featuring Equality Ohio:COLUMBUS An official for a new gay rights political advocacy group, said a lawsuit seeking to overturn domestic partner benefits at Miami University is "mean spirited.""Taking away existing coverage from these families simply because they are gay is mean spirited and unnecessary," said Lynne Bowman, executive director of Equality Ohio,

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Columbus, OH - The stability of at least thirty Ohio families was attacked yesterday in a lawsuit filed against Miami University in Butler County Common Pleas Court because of the domestic partner benefits the school offers to employees. ”t a time when health care is an issue for so many Ohioans, taking away existing coverage from these families

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Gay People's Chronicle reports on the movement of Ohio's Safe Schools Bill:Columbus--An anti-bullying bill in an Ohio House of Representatives committee will face a slate of changes when it next comes up for discussion, but advocates for LGBT youth believe those changes do not go far enough.A sub-bill to House Bill 276, introduced by the bill’s sponsor, State Rep. Jimmy Stewart, R-Athens, follows

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The Columbus Dispatch reports on fallout from the Constitutional Ban on Same Sex Marriage in Ohio:A year after Ohio’s much-debated constitutional ban on same-sex marriage took effect, the fireworks have fizzled. There have been no lawsuits, no challenges and no visible fallout for businesses and universities, despite dire predictions. Ohio State University and four other academic institutions —

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The Gay People's Chronicle reports on Rod Parsley's new organization: Columbus--Gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender-affirming clergy, lawmakers and activists staged a counter-offensive to an anti-gay “spiritual revival” and political rally launched by television evangelist Rod Parsley at the Ohio Statehouse last Friday.Parsley’s rally, featuring music and a giant video screen, kicked off his

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COLUMBUS, OH - Faith and political leaders from throughout Ohio held a news conference at 9 a.m. today at the Trinity Episcopal Church on Capitol Square. Their goal was to shed light on Reformation Ohio, a coalition whose vision by 2009 is to align Ohio culture and law with its narrow interpretation of the Christian faith. The news conference pre-empted

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Out in America reports on the public launch of Equality Ohio:COLUMBUS, Ohio - From Toledo to Athens, from Cincinnati to Cleveland, and from many other cities and towns across Ohio, people will be traveling to Columbus for Equality Ohio's "Homecoming Rally for Equality," Saturday, Oct. 1, 2005. By joining together on the Statehouse lawn at 3:30 p.m., Ohio's LGBT residents, as well as supportive

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COLUMBUS, SEPT. 26 – From Toledo to Athens, from Cincinnati to Cleveland, and from many other cities and towns across Ohio, people will be traveling to Columbus on Saturday, October 1, 2005, for Equality Ohio’s “Homecoming Rally for Equality.” By joining together on the Statehouse lawn at 3:30 p.m., Ohio’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender

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Gay People's Chronicle reports on the launch of Equality Ohio:Columbus--A new statewide education and political action group is set to debut August 15 with a paid executive director, $100,000 in the bank and a goal of making Ohio more friendly to gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people.Equality Ohio began forming last winter in response to the Ohio marriage ban constitutional amendment

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Full article and an excerpt:COLUMBUS, Ohio - Equality Ohio is a new organization dedicated to equality in law and opportunity for all Ohioans including lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Ohioans. "Our vision is an Ohio where everyone can feel at home," said Tom Grote, board chair of the Equality Ohio Education Fund.The organization began forming last November after the passage of Issue One, a

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Gay People's Chronicle reports on the beginnings of Equality Ohio:Columbus--A new statewide coalition working for equal rights for LGBT citizens is forming in the wake of Issue 1, the Ohio constitutional amendment barring recognition of non-marital relationships that passed in the November election.Beginning with meetings shortly after the election, Equality Ohio already has 90 members and is a

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