LISTEN: Edie Windsor's Message for Fla. Gov. Rick Scott
Written by: SUNNIVIE BRYDUM
The woman whose lawsuit effectively dismantled the so-called Defense of Marriage Act, clearing the way for the federal government to recognize same-sex marriage, has a few words for one Republican governor stubbornly refusing to let marriage equality come to his state.
LISTEN: Edie Windsor's Message for Fla. Gov. Rick Scott
Written by: SUNNIVIE BRYDUM
The woman whose lawsuit effectively dismantled the so-called Defense of Marriage Act, clearing the way for the federal government to recognize same-sex marriage, has a few words for one Republican governor stubbornly refusing to let marriage equality come to his state.
Moral Mondays Florida vote for a better tomorrow
Written by: ASHLEY WHITNEY
Is Jacksonville ready for a broadened Human Rights Ordinance?
Written by: Meredith Rutland
A long-standing controversy about whether Jacksonville should alter its non-discrimination laws to include sexualorientation and gender is bound to be a contentious subject in this spring’s mayoral and City Council elections.
In 2012, the Jacksonville City Council voted against adding “sexual orientation, gender identity or expression” to the list of protected classes.The issue is expected to come up again in the City Council within the next year.
Fight For Marriage Equality Comes Down To Key Decision Friday
Written by: Lauren Munsey
It is a critical day for the marriage equality movement in the Sunshine State.
Attorney General Pam Bondi has until midnight tonight to respond to a federal judge's request to lift a stay and allow marriage licenses to be issued to same-sex couples in Florida.
The decision coming days after the U.S. Supreme Court refused to hear appeals of five circuit court rulings that found state gay marriage bans unconstitutional.
Parents push Volusia County School Board toward better transgender policies
Written by: SAMANTHA ROSENTHAL
Deltona, Fla.- Two families are pushing back against Volusia School Board policies that prevent their transgender children from using restrooms and facilities aligned with their gender identities.
Fight for equal rights gains ground in Hillsborough County
Written by: Jessi Smith