If you never thought in your life you would see a leprechaun or a unicorn I would take the bet that this is even more of a rarity.  Conservative talk  show host Bill O’Reilly came out on his show against the bigoted One Million Moms and in favor of Ellen DeGeneres and her new partnership with J.C. Penny.

One Million Moms, an offshoot of the American Family Association, has organized a group supposedly made up of more than one million family women who are calling on J.C. Penny to fire Ellen as one of their spokespeople for being a lesbian.

O’Reilly had one of the Moms on the O’Reilly Factor recently and compared the boycott to a “Witch Hunt” saying,

“What is the difference between the McCarthy era of the ’50s and the Million Moms saying, ‘Hey, JCPenney and all you other stores, don’t you hire any gay people. Don’t you dare.’ What is the difference?”

Watch Bill O’Reilly Defend Ellen DeGeneres and JC Penny

He was arguing with Sandy Rios a Fox News Contributor who was sticking up for the Moms.

She said,

“The problem is that Ellen DeGeneres has chosen to act out her lesbian lifestyle and marry her partner, it’s what that represents. And the fact that JC Penney is supposed to be middle America, the place where families shop…and people who believe that marriage is between a man and woman and children should not be exposed and propagandized in homosexuality have a moral problem with that.”

Watch Ellen Thank Bill O’Reilly on her Show

Ellen made it a point to specifically thank Bill O’Reilly for his support telling her audience (who was cheering Bill on),

“There’s somebody else who actually defended me that I’d like to mention: Bill O’Reilly. I already sent out a tweet to thank you…and you didn’t really make it clear if you were going to shop at JC Penney or not, but if you do, you can use my employee discount any time you want. That’s for you, Bill. Thank you so much.”

Do you think the One Million Moms are a bunch of bigots for going after Ellen DeGeneres for being gay?

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In June 2008 Robin Tyler and Diane Olson became the first gay couple to legally wed in Southern California and they were quickly deemed the “poster couple” for gay marriage by MSNBC. Now Just four years later the women are getting a divorce.

Diane and Robin spent years of their lives battling for the right to become legally married in the state, they even went to a courthouse every year for seven years just so they could apply for a marriage license.

On Jan. 25 Robin Tyler filed for divorce and in an interview with NBC4 she said of her ending marriage:

“We’re human and we went through difficult times,” Tyler said. The marriage ran its course.

Tyler and Olson were friends for 40 years and were a couple for the last 18 years.

The turn in the couple’s marriage comes only a short period of time after  Tyler made this statement following her marriage and the overturning of Proposition 8:

“For a bunch of people to tell me who I can love, who I can marry, who I can say this is my person, this is who I choose to spend the rest of my life with, it’s mindboggling to me that a few religious people can vote for our equal rights.”

While some opponents of gay marriage might point to this divorce as proof that gay marriage doesn’t work, I argue that it proves that just like heterosexual couple’s gay marriage can run the same natural progression as opposite sex couple’s who wed, fall out of love and move on.

Are you shocked by the announcement that gay marriages “poster couple” are getting a divorce?

California’s “Poster Couple” For Gay Marriage Are Getting A Divorce is a post from: The Inquisitr

According to the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, proposition 8 served no purpose other than to lessen the human dignity of gay and lesbian couples. The 9th Circuit Court ruled today that prop. 8, which banned gay marriage in California, was unconstitutional.

The court said in a statement:

“All that Proposition 8 accomplished was to take away from same-sex couples the right to be granted marriage licenses and thus legally to use the designation ‘marriage,’ which symbolizes state legitimization and social recognition of their committed relationships. Proposition 8 serves no purpose, and has no effect, other than to lessen the status and human dignity of gays and lesbians in California, and to officially reclassify their relationships as inferior to those of opposite-sex couples. The Constitution does not allow for ‘laws of this sort.’”

Chief U.S. District Judge Vaughn R. Walker ruled that Prop. 8 was unconstitutional in 2010, but his ruling was put into question after it was revealed that Walker was gay. The 9th Circuit Court upheld Walker’s ruling today, and in a separate ruling the court refused to invalidate Walker’s original ruling based on the grounds that he should have disclosed his sexuality.

The LA Times reports that the ProtectMarriage group can still appeal today’s ruling. ProtectMarriage can appeal to a larger panel of the 9th Circuit Court (today’s decision involved three judges) or they can appeal to the Supreme Court.

Do you agree with the U.S. 9th Circuit Court’s ruling on Prop 8? Should gay marriage be legal? Do you think the battle over Prop 8 is over or will ProtectMarriage try to file an appeal?

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Today, gay couples in California will be celebrating or protesting after an appeals court issues a ruling on Prop 8. The 9th Circuit Court will decide if Proposition 8, which bans gay marriage, violates the constitutional rights of gay couples.

John Lewis, legal director of Marriage Equality USA, said in a statement:

“We are very hopeful that the 9th Circuit will rule in favor of fairness and equality, once and for all putting an end to Prop. 8′s exclusion of loving, committed couples from marriage.”

The ruling is expected to come late this morning. The LA Times reports that rallies are being planned around California for after the judges hand down their ruling.

A three judge panel is currently discussing the constitutional merits of Prop 8. Stephen Reinhardt, an appointee of former President Carter; Michael Daly Hawkins, an appointee of former President Clinton; and N. Randy Smith, appointed by former President George W. Bush will be making the ruling.

The Chicago Tribune reports that oral arguments between the judges last year appeared to show that the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals was leaning toward ruling against Pop 8.

Prop 8 has been a topic for discussion for over several years in California. In 2000, Prop 22 defined marriage as between a man and a women. In 2008, the California Supreme Court ruled that the law was unconstitutional because it discriminated against gays. (MSNBC has an in depth timeline of Prop .

Prop 8 was introduced in 2008 and despite a celebrity backed “vote no on prop 8″ campaign, California voters overturned the Supreme Court’s decision and outlawed gay marriage.

Several lawsuits and petitions were filed against Prop 8 and in 2010 Federal District Court Judge Vaughn Walker ruled that Prop 8 was unconstitutional. But before gay marriages resumed, the 9th Circuit Court put a stay on Walker’s ruling so that they could have more time to determine the constitutionality of Prop 8.

Today, the 9th Circuit Court will finally decide if gay citizens in California can get married.

But the battle will not end today. The losing side, according to the Tribune, is expected to file an appeal.

Do you support gay marriage?

Prop 8 Ruling Expected Today is a post from: The Inquisitr

Another major corporate backer of same sex marriage has emerged.  Lloyd Blankfein, CEO and Chairman of Goldman Sachs has come out strongly in favor of marriage equality.

In a new video for the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), a national lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) advocacy group Blankfein urges  “majority of Americans who support marriage equality. America’s corporations learned long ago that equality is just good business and it’s the right thing to do,

Blankfein’s support is nothing new.  He wrote an open letter to the New York Assembly in support of Gay Marriage when the issue was before the State Legislature last year.  What is interesting to note is what Reuters had to say on the subject saying,

“a rare public display of support on a highly controversial issue from one of the financial world’s titans whose firm has not always endeared itself among supporters of liberal causes, depicted by some lawmakers and activists as the epitome of Wall Street greed.”

HRC says this is exactly why this video is so important.  Because it shows a person who is not very progressive on most issues and is not very well liked on the Left, it show’s just how far across the political divide this issue reaches.

HRC executive Fred Sainz said to the New York Times,

“Lloyd Blankfein is not someone average Americans would think is going to support marriage equality,” he said. “The green visor crowd is not typically associated with socially progressive policies, and this is further proof that a diversity of Americans are coming to the same conclusion.”

Here is the HRC video staring Lloyd Blankfein

Goldman Sachs CEO Supports Gay Marriage [Video] is a post from: The Inquisitr

No stranger to controversy, Starbucks Coffee is facing calls for a boycott of the coffeehouse giant.  Evangelical pastor Steven Andrew, President of the USA Christian Ministries in California is calling on his followers to stay away from Starbucks for their support of legalized gay marriage in Washington State.

Pastor Andrew said in a statement,

“Christians are upset with Starbucks for turning against God…Starbucks can follow Satan if they want to. However, pastors are to help Christians. Are you on the Lord’s side? Will you help the USA be blessed by God?”

According to Reuters, the statement and boycott call was issued on Tuesday, the day before the gay marriage bill passed the Washington State Senate.  The USA ministries is calling on all Christians to stop serving Starbucks products at their churches, social events and charity functions.

More than 100 Washington based companies have lined up in support of the Gay Marriage bill. Starbucks joins a long line of Mega Corporations who have supported the bill including Nike, Microsoft and Google.

The bill is coming up for a crucial vote this week in the Washington State House of Representatives.  If it passes the House Washington State will become the 7th State to support marriage between same sex couples.

How do you feel about this issue?  Do you feel it is right for Christian groups and church groups to boycott corporate supporters of Gay Marriage like Starbucks, Google and Microsoft?

Watch a video here of one of the bigots who is boycotting Starbucks as he makes his case

Christian Leader Calls for Starbucks Boycott [Video] is a post from: The Inquisitr

Barney Frank is getting married. The longtime congressman, who announced that he was retiring last year, will be getting married to his partner Jim Ready in Massachusetts.

Frank and Ready have not released any other details about the wedding.

Frank served as a congressman in Massachusetts, where gay marriage has been legal since 2004, for 32-years. Frank will be not be seeking re-election and is set to leave congress next winter. It’s unclear if Frank will get married while he is still a member of the United States Congress. CNN notes that if the wedding occurs before Frank leaves office he will be the first sitting member of congress to marry a member of the same sex.

Frank, 71, and Ready, 42, met about 6-years ago at a political fundraiser. A few weeks ago, Frank told Charlie Rose:

“I have a partner now. I’m in love for the first time in my life.”

Frank and Ready have tried to keep their relationship quiet but it has made it into the public eye a few times. Ready mocked Frank’s Republican challenger Sean Bielat after a debate in 2010 and in 2007 Ready was arrested for having pot plants in his home.

Are you happy for Barney Frank?

Over the years, Frank has had many opportunities to weigh in on gay marriage. Here are Barney Frank quotes about gay rights. 

“Gay people have a different role than other minority groups…Very few black kids have ever had to worry about telling their parents that they were black.”

“They’re (congressional opponents) saying that my ability to marry another man somehow jeopardizes heterosexual marriage. Then they go out and cheat on their wives. That doesn’t jeopardize heterosexual marriage? It’s nonsense.”

“There is a correlation between people who attack same-sex marriage and have difficulty maintaining their own.”

Barney Frank Engaged to Partner Jim Ready is a post from: The Inquisitr

Washington could soon become the 7th state to legalize gay marriage. Senator Mary Margaret Haugen released a statement today saying that she would support the measure which gives the senate the 25 votes it needs to pass the legislation.

The Associated Press reports that the House already has enough support and Governor Chris Gregoire has already come out in support of gay marriage.

In her statement, Haugen said that she has very strong Christian believes and believes that marriage should be between a man and a woman. But Haugen acknowledged that this wasn’t about her personal beliefs. Haugen said:

“I have always believed in traditional marriage between a man and a woman. That is what I believe, to this day. But this issue isn’t about just what I believe. It’s about respecting others, including people who may believe differently than I. It’s about whether everyone has the same opportunities for love and companionship and family and security that I have enjoyed.”

The LA Times reports that Governor Chris Gregoire said earlier this month that she would introduce legislation to legalize gay marriage. Gregoire said:

“It’s time, it’s the right thing to do. I say that as a wife, a mother, a student of the law and above all as a Washingtonian with a lifelong commitment to equality and freedom.”

Gay marriage is currently already legal in New York, Connecticut, Iowa, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont.

Gay Marriage Coming to Washington is a post from: The Inquisitr

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, who is know not to pull punches, has decided to hedge his bets on one of the more explosive issues in Republican Politics…Gay Marriage.  Only abortion has more people up in arms than the issue of Gay Rights.

So where di Christie come down?  A little to the left and a little to the right.

He had this to say,

“I’ve been very clear on my view on this since I ran for office that I’m not a supporter of same-sex marriage. But on the other hand, the fact is that this is a huge societal change that they’re talking about here and I think that we need to do this in a very deliberate and thoughtful way and get the most input from the public we can before we overturn hundreds of years of societal legal and religious tradition.”

This is the closest that Christie has come to taking up a position on Gay Marriage in the Garden State today.  At the time that New York State voted to legalize Gay Marriage Christie said that if he were governor of New York he would not have signed it.  Again though at the idea of it coming to New Jersey he gave a non-committal answer.

He said,

“Listen, I’m not in the hypothetical game. They’ve never been able to get it to a governor’s desk. They couldn’t get it to a governor’s desk when the governor [who] was there said he would sign it.”

It may not have to be a thorn in his side.  The Democratic head of the New Jersey State Senate says he may have the votes to override if Governor Christie decides to veto the measure.

Do you think Chris Christie should veto a bill legalizing Gay Marriage?

NJ Governor Christie Hedges on Gay Marriage is a post from: The Inquisitr

Archie Comics introduced its first gay couple last September and now Riverdale is celebrating its first gay marriage.

The Hollywood Reporter notes that Kevin Keller, Riverdale’s first gay character, just got married to Dr. Clay Walker in Life With Archie no. 16. Archie tackled a few controversial issues with its latest story line.

First they introduced their first gay character. Then they created a story line where Kevin Keller serves in the Iraq war. Then Keller gets injured and is treated by Dr. Clay Walker, his future husband. And finally, we have an interracial gay marriage.

Archie Comics CEO Jonathan Goldwater, said:

“Riverdale, Archie and the gang are set in high school, and we ran a risk, unless we reflect what’s going on with kids today in the real world, of becoming irrelevant.”

And it looks like Archie’s mission of staying relevant has been accomplished. Kevin Keller helped a four-issue miniseries sell out in 2011, and now Riverdale’s gay character is getting his own solo series. Keller will be elected president of Riverdale High School and will have to deal with the issues that come with being an openly gay teen.

GLAAD praised Archie Comics for telling the story of Kevin Keller, saying:

“With Riverdale being a picture perfect image of the reality we live in, it is important for readers to see the diversity of American life reflected in this idealistic universe.”

What do you think about the gay marriage in Archie Comics?

Archie Comics Celebrates 1st Gay Marriage is a post from: The Inquisitr

Rick Santorum might want to find a better comparison for gay marriage then polygamy. During an address to a New Hampshire college crowd the GOP presidential hopeful was booed when comparing gay marriage to the practice of wedding several wives.

When a student said she believed everybody had the right to get married Santorum quickly shot back:

“So anyone can marry anybody else?”

He then added:

“So if that’s the case, then everyone can marry several people. So you can be married to five people. Is that OK?”

The conversation then turned towards the use of federal force to stop state laws regarding gay marriage and medical marijuana to which Rick Santorum admitted:

“I don’t know my medical marijuana laws very well.”

Santorum then went on to call drugs a hazard to society and said he learned about their negative effects when he was in “college too” a response that immediately received more boos from the crowd.

As Rick Santorum left his address boos and jeers easily drowned out the sound of applause according to several people in attendance.

Santorum has made his opposition to abortion and gay rights known for a very long time while preaching his close alignment to his religion, while that type of pandering to social conservatives may win him respect in some circles perhaps a college crowd wasn’t the right place to spread his message out outward discuss for various groups.

Do you believe that the GOP’s hard stance against gay marriage, the legalization of medical marijuana and various other issues that the youth vote believes in is hurting their political aspirations?

Rick Santorum Compares Gay Marriage To Polygamy, Gets Booed By Crowd is a post from: The Inquisitr

Now that same sex civil unions are legal in Delaware gay and lesbian couples are flooding courthouses to celebrate their relationships.

The new law went into effect today, and according to the Associated Press, more than 400 people lined up on New Year’s Day to get a civil union.

According to Delaware Online, lawyers Lisa Goodman and Drewry Fennell were the first LGBT couple to be joined in a same-sex civil union ceremony in Delaware.

Goodman, who is a lawyer for the advocacy group Equality Delaware, and Fennell, who once led the ACLU’s Delaware chapter, have been a couple for 14-years. Rev. Patricia Downing led the ceremony while U.S. Sen. Chris Coons, D-Del., and Lt. Governor Matt Denns both gave readings for the couple.

The Associated Press reports that Delaware Governor Jack Markell signed a law authorizing civil unions in May. The new law, which went into effect today, puts Delaware in the company of 14 other states (and the District of Columbia) that provide spousal rights to same-sex couples.

Delaware’s same-sex civil union law is just one of many new laws to go into effect today. Starting today, California is requiring that schools teach gay history. In Utah, happy hours and other drinking deals are banned. And immigrants in Alabama, Georgia, and South Carolina will now have a harder time finding work due to stricter screening policies.

Do you live in a state that allows gay marriage or same-sex unions?

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Okay, this one is hard to sum up in a title, but is incredibly worthwhile to read about, so bear with me.

Former Minnesota Senate majority leader Amy Koch has been a vocal opponent of gay marriage, and in 2009, she tried to amend the Minnesota Constitution to add language stipulating that “a marriage between a man and a woman is the only domestic legal union that shall be valid or recognized in Minnesota.” Because she cares a whole super lot about the sanctity of marriage, and wished to see it not be taken lightly, or diluted by the gays.

Except! Apparently not her own. Koch was carrying on in secret with a male staffer, news of which came to light in her state and caused a significant scandal. The situation was complicated because the staffer, believed to be a man named Michael Brodkorb, worked under Koch and the “inappropriate relationship” presented a fairly clear conflict of interest.

Luckily for Koch, people in her state were understanding and forgiving of her transgressions. Which also isn’t true! John Medeiros- of the Minneapolis’ Intermedia Arts’ Queer Voices reading series- authored a scathing letter to Koch, hoisting her on her own petard in a way that is both beautiful and horrible to observe, in that she deserved every bit of it. Since justice can not be afforded the piece when snipped and quoted, the full text is below.

What do you think about Koch’s situation and Medeiros’ letter?

Dear Ms. Koch,

On behalf of all gays and lesbians living in Minnesota, I would like to wholeheartedly apologize for our community’s successful efforts to threaten your traditional marriage.  We are ashamed of ourselves for causing you to have what the media refers to as an “illicit affair” with your staffer, and we also extend our deepest apologies to him and to his wife. These recent events have made it quite clear that our gay and lesbian tactics have gone too far, affecting even the most respectful of our society.

We apologize that our selfish requests to marry those we love has cheapened and degraded traditional marriage so much that we caused you to stray from your own holy union for something more cheap and tawdry.  And we are doubly remorseful in knowing that many will see this as a form of sexual harassment of a subordinate.

It is now clear to us that if we were not so self-focused and myopic, we would have been able to see that the time you wasted diligently writing legislation that would forever seal the definition of marriage as being between one man and one woman, could have been more usefully spent reshaping the legal definition of “adultery.”

Forgive us. As you know, we are not church-going people, so we are unable to fully appreciate that “gay marriage” is incompatible with Christian values, despite the fact that those values carry a biblical tradition of adultery such as yours. We applaud you for keeping that tradition going.

And finally, shame on us for thinking that marriage is a private affair, and that our marriage would have little impact on anyone’s family. We now see that marriage is more than that. It is an agreement with society. We should listen to the Minnesota Family Council when it tells us that marriage is about being public, which explains why marriages are public ceremonies. Never did we realize that it is exactly because of this societal agreement that the entire world is looking at you in shame and disappointment instead of minding its own business.

From the bottom of our hearts, we ask that you please accept our apology.

Thank you.
John Medeiros
Minneapolis MN

Amy Koch, Gay Marriage Opponent, Gets Apology Letter from LGBT Org After Her Affair is a post from: The Inquisitr

In a video that speaks for itself, a veteran asks Mitt Romney to his face about repealing same sex marriage laws, and then explains to reporters why Mittens won’t get his vote.

[MoveOn.org]

[Video] Mitt Romney Schooled by Gay Vietnam Veteran is a post from: The Inquisitr

It goes without saying that in an era when everyone is on Facebook and knows how to do screenshots, you should be careful what ugly parts of your personality you reveal in the undoubtedly public space.

But as controversy swirls in one Michigan jurisdiction, another question has arisen after an injudicious Facebook post by a mayor- should an elected office be resigned if it’s found that the person elected to the position holds prejudicial views about a certain group of people? It seems the answer is obvious- how can someone serve a group of constituents if they don’t like black, Latino or gay people? One would think they really can’t. But mayor of Troy, Michigan Janice Daniels is hoping her constituency (which inevitably has some gay residents) will forgive her openly hateful comments on Facebook just a few months ago when gay marriage was legalized in the state of New York. Daniels- who had not yet been elected Mayor of Troy- said something I hope many people reading this post will find shocking and appalling in 2011:

“I think I am going to throw away my ‘I love New York’ carrying bag now that queers can get married there.”

Since the post was uncovered last night by local blog “Keep Troy Strong,” calls for Daniels’ resignation have come from all over the country. But Troy’s mayor thinks that it’s okay to say things like that and still remain in an office where she is expected to serve residents, queer and not queer alike. She hedged:

“I may have said something like that… I probably shouldn’t have used that kind of language, but I do believe marriage should be between one man and one woman.”

Daniels also says she “regrets having said it,” and added:

“I’m hoping because I’m expressing my regret, that people will accept that I’m human… And that’s what I’m asking for is forgiveness.”

While mistakes are understandable, it’s difficult to forgive what appears to be clear animosity toward a group that includes literally millions of tax-paying Americans. It’s not that she used the word “queer,” albeit derisively, but she also indicated ill-will towards the entire State of New York for granting gay couples the same civil rights enjoyed by their straight counterparts. While most scandals that end political careers, minor and major, seem to be down to personal business, there’s no way in the world someone who feels that way should be in a decision-making position. Do you think Daniels should resign her post as mayor?

Janice Daniels, Michigan Mayor, Faces Calls For Resignation After Gaycist Post on Facebook is a post from: The Inquisitr

Marriage isn’t what it used to be. The honored tradition of a man and a woman vowing to love each other until death parts them, is so… ancient history. More and more places around the world are now allowing gay marriages and we could soon see cities, like Mexico City, allowing temporary marriage licenses.

Mexico City is currently mulling around the idea of a temporary marriage license. With half of marriages ending in divorce anyway in Mexico, a temporary marriage license could eliminate the hassle that comes with separation.

Leonel Luna, the Mexico City assemblyman who co-authored the bill, said that the minimum marriage contract would be two years. After the contract expires a couple could renew their vows or agree to go their separate ways.

Luna said:

“The proposal is, when the two-year period is up, if the relationship is not stable or harmonious, the contract simply ends… You wouldn’t have to go through the tortuous process of divorce.”

Reuters reports that the temporary marriage contract would include provisions on how to handle money, property, and children if the contract isn’t renewed. Luna says that his proposal is gaining momentum, although he admits that the church is less than supportive.

Hugo Valdemar, spokesman for the Mexican archdiocese, said:

“This reform is absurd. It contradicts the nature of marriage. It’s another one of these electoral theatrics the assembly tends to do that are irresponsible and immoral.”

What do you think? Is marriage a sacred bond that lasts until death? Or are the ideals attached to marriage outdated? Should people be able to get temporary marriage licences?

‘Til Death Do Us Part? Temporary Marriage Legislation Introduced in Mexico is a post from: The Inquisitr

Last year Archie Comics broke new ground when they introduced Kevin Keller, the first openly gay character in Riverdale. Well, the Life With Archie comic is continuing to pave the way for homosexual fictional characters. Kevin Keller will be getting married in an upcoming issue.

Archie Comic Publications said in a release:

“Kevin followed in his father’s foot steps and is returning to Riverdale as a war hero, but that’s not all – It’s Kevin’s wedding day! The whole gang turns out for Kevin Keller’s wedding as we discover how Kevin met ‘Mr. Right.’”

On Top Magazine reports that the Keller wedding will be featured in Life With Archie #16. The same issue will also deal with Archie’s separation from his wife Veronica.

Of course, any gay wedding, even a fictional gay wedding, is going to draw some criticism. Peter Spriggs of the Christian conservative Family Research Council told Fox News:

“It is unfortunate that a comic book series usually seen as depicting innocent, all-American life is now being used to advance the sexual revolution.”

But is Archie really a tool of sexual revolution? Or is it just reflecting modern society?

Dan Parent, who authored the miniseries featuring Kevin Keller, said:

“The world of Riverdale has to reflect contemporary culture and to show it as an accepting, diverse place. And that’s why Kevin is important, to show that everybody is welcome in this all-American town we’ve embraced for over 70 years.”

Life With Archie #16 will hit newsstands in January.

Are you offended by Riverdale’s blatant support of homosexuality? Will the Westboro Baptist Church picket the Kevin Keller wedding?

Gay Marriage is Legal in Riverdale? Gay Archie Character, Kevin Keller, To Get Married is a post from: The Inquisitr

Gay rights activists in North Carolina are none-to-happy with Republican lawmakers after they unanimously voted to place a gay marriage ban bill on the May ballot.

The constitutional amendment which drew 500 protesters before it passed through the House on Tuesday required a three-fifths vote by the Senate, a number that could only be reached when every single Republican in attendance voted for the ban which brought total voting to 30-16.

The measure nearly didn’t make it to the ballot as Sen. Bill Rabon sat on the fence during the last moments of voting, ultimately deciding that voters should make the decision.

When asked if the GOP twisted his arm to get his support he quickly said “this was my choice and my vote.” When asked how he would vote in May he quickly said “it’s a secret ballot” and then walked away.

Other lawmakers are also leaving their constituents in the dark about their support including Governor Bev Perdue who said their are more pressing issues for the state to deal with at the moment.

The Senate vote drew more than 500 protesters just as the House vote did the day before.

I’m pretty sure I can now name one political party who will be receiving approximately 0% of the gay vote come election time.

Do you think this type of amendment should be put in the hands of voters or should the gay marriage issue be dropped completely, at least during a time of a failing economy so lawmakers can focus their efforts on more pressing matters.

North Carolina Republican Lawmakers Attempt To Ban Gay Marriage, Send Amendment To May Ballot is a post from: The Inquisitr

Glee and 30 Rock star Cheyenne Jackson and his physicist boyfriend Monte Lapka tied the knot on Saturday after a long courtship.

Jackson, 36, couldn’t contain his excitement for the event, making the official announcement on Twitter as the couple spent some time together on the beach.

Jackson tweeted a simple message to his fans:

“It’s official, after 11 years together, Zora’s no longer a bastard.”

Zora, who the couple call their “daughter” is a dog they share together in their New York home.

Jackson went on to say that he “Married the best man I’ve ever known.”

After New York passed a gay marriage law it shouldn’t have surprised any of Jackson’s fans that he quickly tied the knot, back in the fall the actor who plays “vocal adrenaline” coach Dustin on the hit Fox series Glee spoke with WNBC New York about his dream wedding, telling them it would be

“Something small. My dream wedding involves just close friends and good music.”

He went on to reveal:

“And we’ll both be in tuxes. Unfortunately, nobody’s going to be wearing a dress, but that’s okay, too…Our dog would be there. Our dog, our daughter, Zora. … Pretty boring, but something just nice and on the beach.”

The Twitpic (shown above) of the happy couple on the beach with no huge reception in sight appears to echo his wishes for a simple, friends only affair.

Congratulations to Cheyenne Jackson, Monte Lapka and of course Zora.

Are you happy to see the couple finally marrying after such a long period of time?

Glee Actor Cheyenne Jackson Marries Longtime Partner Monte Lapka is a post from: The Inquisitr

New York officials are being kept busy lately due to a large increase in the number of city marriages thanks in large part to the fact that gay couples can now tie the knot in the state.

According to the New York Post since July 24 when gay marriage became legal they have accounted for one in four new marriage in New York City, although city officials have not yet confirmed that estimated gay to straight marriage ratio.

City records reveal that while marriage applications remained steady at nearly 4,200 for the same period over the last three years, they jumped dramatically in 2011 to 5,587 applications.

According to a city clerk:

“We’ve had to work extra hard to handle the increase,” while they added, “But even as same-sex marriage starts to feel routine here, everyone seems profoundly happy to be here.”

The city seems to have taken quickly to the idea of gay unions, while there have been some protests even city mayor Michael Bloomberg got in on the act, personally overseeing the wedding of the city’s first gay marriage right after the clock struck midnight on the first day in which the law was enacted. The couple Bloomberg married even happened to be a happy couple from his own office.

The first day of gay marriages was so busy that clerks offices remained open on a Sunday to help process all of the marriage certificate requests they received from gay couples.

New York Marriages On The Rise Thanks To Gay Marriage Law is a post from: The Inquisitr