Vermont Chief Justice Paul Reiber has become vocal in his opposition to the War on Drugs. He said, “This is happening in numbers that’s alarming to me, and I think I have an obligation to defend the judiciary.”
Catholic School Fires Gay Teacher for Obtaining Marriage License
Pennsylvania is the only state in the northeast that does not protect against discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation.
Judge Rules Bakery That Refused Wedding Cake to Same-Sex Couple Broke the Law
This case could have implications for similar cases playing out in other states.
Six Things Nelson Mandela Believed That Most People Won’t Talk About
It’s tempting to homogenize Nelson Mandela’s views into something everyone can support. But he did not seek — or obtain — universal approval.
What Nelson Mandela Taught Us About Human Rights
Mandela’s ability to build a global movement against racial oppression — and to win — should remind us that the brutal realities of the world we live in are not set in stone.
Denver Inmates Repeatedly Complained of Being Choked, Tasered, and Sexually Harassed by Deputies
A new independent report reveals that the Denver Sheriff’s Department repeatedly ignored dozens of serious complaints by inmates against deputies.
Guantanamo Officials Will No Longer Disclose the Number of Detainees on Hunger Strike
The change coincides with a new public relations director for Guantanamo, who told the Miami Herald the disclosure threatens prison operations.
Italy is the Only Country in the World That Russia Will Allow to Adopt Russian Children
Due to restrictions against same-sex couples, Italy is the only country in the world that can adopt children from Russia.
President Urged to Issue Strong Protections to Prevent Sexual Abuse of Immigrant Detainees
A dozen bipartisan Congressional members urged the President to enforce strong measures to prevent immigrants placed in detention centers from sexual abuse and assault.
Fast Food Strikes Will Hit 100 Cities on Thursday
According to the New York Times, fast food workers are planning a one day strike in 100 cities on Thursday to demand a raise in pay.
New York Teen Jailed at Rikers for 3 Years Without Conviction or Trial
At age 16, Kalief Browder was arrested and imprisoned at the infamous Rikers Island. After 33 months without trial or conviction, Browder was released and is now speaking out.
Federal Appeals Court Rejects Last-Ditch Effort to Preserve Stop-And-Frisk in New York City
If Mayor-elect Bill de Blasio follows through on his commitment to drop the appeal to the case, Friday’s ruling will likely be the end to litigation over the NYPD’s controversial stop-and-frisk program.
Texas National Guard Now Offering Benefits to Same-Sex Couples
Georgia and Louisiana remain the only two states that are in violation of the Defense Department’s directive to ensure same-sex couples are afforded the same federal benefits through the National Guard as other married couples.
Minnesota Wild Goalie Excels Despite Battling Multiple Sclerosis
After seven NHL seasons riding the bench with the Minnesota Wild and being diagnosed recently with Multiple Sclerosis, Josh Harding is on the ice and proving his mettle in the face of adversity.
How Nike’s Advertising Could Drive the LGBT Equality Push in Sports
Nike has made a name for itself with monumental advertising that has made the brand an international success. They’re also uniquely positioned to promote sexual equality.
Texas Court Rejects Appeal of Death Row Inmate After Testimony That Blacks are More Dangerous
A Texas appeals court declined to allow a new sentencing hearing Wednesday for an African American death row inmate whose initial hearing featured testimony by a psychologist that blacks are more likely to commit crimes.