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Leaders Who Support Marriage Equality

Star Witness Urges Minnesota Voters to Reject Marriage Ban (Video)
The star witness for Prop. 8 appears in a new video for Minnesotans United for All Families, urging voters to reject a state ban on marriage for gay and lesbian couples.
The Conservative Case for Marriage Equality
What do Clint Eastwood, Dick Cheney, Ted Olson, and John Bolton have in common? All are strong, lifelong conservatives, writes Ken Mehlman, and all support the freedom of same-sex couples to marry,
California Speaker John A. Pérez, Cleve Jones, Dustin Lance Black and more star in “8” San Francisco
The renowned American Conservatory Theatre will stage a one-night-only benefit reading of “8” in San Francisco on October 7.
Marriage Equality Quotes of Summer 2012 (Slideshow)
This summer it seemed like every week there was someone new standing up and speaking out for marriage equality. From President Barack Obama and former Secretary of State Collin Powell, to rappers 50 Cent and Jay-Z, we’ve put together the top 11 quotes of support.
Dustin Lance Black Helps Raise $300,000 for Washington State Marriage Fight
Founding AFER board member Dustin Lance Black earlier this month was honored at HRC’s gala dinner in Seattle, Wash. But the night was not just about glitz and glamor.
Video: Koch Brother Supports Marriage Equality and More News
In this week's episode of Marriage News Watch: Washington's anti-gay activists are falling way behind in fundraising. And support for marriage equality grows, with endorsements from key Republican figures.
Testimony: Marriage is a Basic Civil Right
We talk often about how marriage is a civil right, affirmed by 14 Supreme Court cases dating back to 1888. But marriage also holds specific significance throughout American history.
Rep. Barney Frank and Dustin Lance Black to Attend Reading of “8” in Utah
Dustin Lance Black will return to Utah with U.S. Congressman Barney Frank (D-MA) for a reading of “8” on the second anniversary of the historic Federal District Court decision that ruled Prop. 8 unconstitutional.
Google’s History of Support for LGBT Equality
Google yesterday announced its new “Legalise Love” campaign to promote LGBT equality in countries where the global company has offices. The company has a history of supporting LGBT equality, including the L.A. premiere of “8.”
Nation’s Largest Latino Civil Rights Organization Endorses Marriage Equality
Adding their voice to the ever-increasing momentum for marriage equality, the board of the National Council of La Raza (NCLR) unanimously passed a resolution supporting the freedom to marry for gay and lesbian Americans.