American Foundation for Equal Rights

Marriage News Blog

AFER Debunks NOM’s New Propaganda Video
NOM's latest propaganda piece is an attractive “Marriage 101” video that includes claims that NOM knows are not true – claims that AFER’s all-star legal team expertly debunked during the 2010 federal district court trial of Prop. 8.
Making a Difference: Jenni and Lisa’s Love Story
In June 2011, Jenni Chang and Lisa Dazols of San Francisco began a year-long trip that covered 15 countries across Asia, Africa and South America.
Debunked: Anti-Gay Ad in Washington
A new just launched in Washington, and it's a carbon-copy of the same misleading, hurtful messages used in other states. AFER takes a look at the new Washington ad and breaks it down.
New Survey Sheds Light on Number of LGBT Americans
In the largest study about the distribution of LGBT Americans, Gallup has estimated that 3.4% of the American population identifies as LGBT.
Marriage News Watch: Strikeout #8 for DOMA and More News
Another ruling against the Defense of Marriage Act. A former Prop. 8 supporter releases a new video explaining his change of heart. And polling on marriage in key states remains very close just days out from the election.
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.
Celebrating Sprit Day
By wearing the color purple, representing “spirit” in the LGBT Pride flag, millions of politicians, celebrities and everyday people are taking a stand against bullying and raising critical awareness about the issue of teen suicide.
Again! DOMA Ruled Unconstitutional.
For the second time, a federal appeals court has ruled that the so-called Defense of Marriage Act is unconstitutional, saying that the law unfairly treats married gay and lesbian couples differently.