American Foundation for Equal Rights

Marriage News Blog

Marriage News Watch: Multiple Marriage Bills Near Vote & More News
More positive polling this week, as yet another US Senator comes out for marriage equality. We have some major action quickly approaching in state legislatures. All that plus a huge international shake-up, with access to marriage set to expand in at least three countries.
Marriage Equality & the Supreme Court: A Plaintiff’s Story
Earlier this week, Kris Perry went to Dickinson College in central Pennsylvania to share her story as a plaintiff in AFER’s case for marriage equality.
Cindy McCain in “8,” Senate Support for Marriage Equality & More News
In this week's episode of Marriage News Watch: Cindy McCain announces her appearance in “8,” Dustin Lance Black’s play about the Prop 8 trial, state polling, and more news.
Graphic: Potential Supreme Court Rulings on Prop. 8 and Marriage Equality
The Supreme Court is set to rule on Prop. 8 and marriage equality. Here’s a graphic about how the court can rule.
By the Numbers: Gay and Lesbian Parents
Gay and lesbian couples make great parents, according to scientific studies, major medical organizations, and 6 million Americans with LGBT parents.
Los Angeles Times Editorial: Seeking Marriage Equality
The Los Angeles Times today published a powerful editorial urging the Supreme Court to find Prop. 8—and laws like it—unconstitutional.
Inside Look: Bringing Prop. 8 Case to Supreme Court
Take a backstage peek at the preparation and planning for AFER's March 26 argument at the Supreme Court. Join the plaintiffs, their families, and AFER's legal team and board for a behind-the-scenes look at our work.
The Nation’s Top Newspapers Support the Freedom to Marry
13 of the top 15 newspapers have editorialized their support of the freedom to marry.