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Peace Corps opens door for same-sex couples to serve together
The U.S. Peace Corps will begin accepting applications from same-sex couples who wish to serve overseas together for the first time next month, the agency announced Tuesday. The move follows a broader shift by the Obama administration toward publicly...
Tags: U.S. Department of State, Peace Corps, John F. Kennedy
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Baltimore percentage of same-sex couples raising kids among highest in nation
Same-sex couples in the Baltimore area are raising children at a higher rate than in most large metropolitan regions in the nation, according to a new study released by a think tank at the UCLA School of Law. The study, released this week by the...
Tags: Hagerstown (Washington, Maryland), Cumberland (Allegany, Maryland), Medical Research, Alexandria (Alexandria, Virginia), Arlington (Staten Island, New York)
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Baltimore mayor to preside over mass wedding at GLBT Pride event
Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake will preside over a mass wedding of same-sex couples at this year's Baltimore Pride Celebration, with the event drawing interest from couples as far away as Atlanta, according to organizers. In November, Maryland became one...
Tags: Family, Mount Vernon, Weddings, Same-Sex Marriage, Druid Hill
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LGBT inmates report sexual victimization at much higher percentages
Amid the unfolding jail scandal in Baltimore right now, there are two things relevant to the gay community that I want to bring up. I'm not sure if there are any connections between the two, or if one affects the other. But viewed together, they do...
Tags: Black Guerrilla Family, Prisons, Justice System, Gang Activity, Prosecution
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An encore for Macklemore's pro-gay Preakness Infield performance
Consider this our encore applause for Macklemore's performance at Preakness. This weekend, the self-made Seattle rapper took the stage at the Triple Crown's second jewel and delivered a set that included his two most recognizable songs -- "Thrift Shop"...
Tags: Minority Groups, Triple Crown, Music, Same-Sex Marriage, Preakness Stakes
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Gay marriage law boosting wedding-related business in Maryland
The gay couples who've booked Rouge Fine Catering in Hunt Valley for their weddings have appreciated not only good food and stylish events, but something less tangible. "They don't want to be with a caterer that is going to be judgmental," said Jonathan...
Tags: Family, Hotel and Accommodation Industry, Weddings, Hotels and Accommodations, Medical Research
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Consumed by other endeavors, Ayanbadejo not sweating potential end of playing days
Cut by the Ravens in early April, linebacker and special teams standout Brendon Ayanbadejo still hasn’t ruled out playing in the NFL during the 2013 season. He works out daily and keeps himself ready in case a team calls and the situation is right....
Tags: Ovie Mughelli, Bowling Green State University, National Football League, NFL Pro Bowl, Joe Flacco
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Same speculation, different styles for O'Malley, Cuomo
By the time Gov. Martin O'Malley left the Democratic convention last fall, he had schmoozed with party leaders from Iowa, spoken to potential donors and hosted swanky parties that kept delegates entertained into the next morning — efforts that...
Tags: Annapolis, Republican Party, Quinnipiac University, Deval Patrick, Democratic Governors Association
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Looking Out: Gay marriage makes strides in France
The Baltimore SunAs part of this blog's effort to provide LGBT-related news and commentary, we'll be bringing you links to stories from around the web in a weekly feature called Looking Out. Here's a look at what's making a splash today: -- Same-sex marriage has...Tags: France, Minority Groups, Same-Sex Marriage
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Growing number believe sexual orientation to be birth factor, poll finds
The Baltimore SunA new poll released today shows the largest measured gap between Americans who believe individuals are born gay and those who believe sexual orientation is caused by external factors. According to Gallup, 47 percent of Americans chose "nature" over...Tags: Family, Minority Groups, Same-Sex Marriage, Marriage, Defense of Marriage Act
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Rawlings-Blake named grand marshal for LGBT celebration
Organizers of this year's Baltimore Pride celebration have chosen Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake to serve as grand marshal in recognition of her support for the gay community. The GLBT Community Center of Baltimore and Central Maryland is hosting the...
Tags: Family, Marriage, Gay Pride San Diego, Festive Events, Minority Groups
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