American Foundation for Equal Rights

Marriage News Blog

Save the Date: Prop. 8 Oral Argument Before the U.S. Supreme Court
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral argument in AFER’s federal constitutional challenge to California’s Proposition 8 on Tuesday, March 26.
Thank You! We Did It!
AFER Executive Director Adam Umhoefer sends a huge thank you to everyone who helped AFER exceed its $50,000 end-of-year fundraising goal.
Last Chance: Let’s make 2013 the year of marriage equality!
Just a quick reminder that this is your last chance to make a tax-deductible donation before the end of the year. Make your gift before Midnight tonight.
GOP Support Grows for DOMA Repeal
Outgoing Rep. Charlie Bass (R-New Hampshire) became the third Republican congressman to support legislation that would repeal the so-called Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA).
Video: Marriage Equality in 2012, Year in Review
Here's a quick year-in-review to get you caught up with the progress we made in 2012, and where we're going to focus in 2013.
“Equal Justice Under Law”
Make a special year-end donation to help AFER win the freedom to marry for every American. Your tax-deductible gift will be doubled dollar for dollar.
Readings of the play “8” in all 50 States
“8” is sweeping the nation. From Alaska to Florida, Maine to Hawaii, people across the nation are learning about what happened when fear and prejudice were put on trial.
Video: Last-Minute Marriage Legislation & More News
With just days left in the year, lawmakers in two states are making last-minute bids to pass marriage equality bills. A hugely successful campaign is culminating in Oregon. And support for an anti-gay amendment in Indiana is quickly crumbling.