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Protesters gathered in front of New York City Hall holding signs saying "Mayor Adams: Keep Your God Out Of Our Government" and "We Need Faith Based Not Faith Debased."

New Yorkers rally against anti-LGBTQ+ mayoral appointees

More than 100 demonstrators protested in front of New York City Hall in opposition to the hirings of Gilford Monrose, Erick Salgado and Fernando Cabrera by Mayor Eric Adams.
Pashmina Khan, Contributing Writer February 28, 2022

Around 150 protesters gathered outside of New York City Hall on Thursday, Feb. 24 calling to rescind the appointment of three pastors to Mayor Eric Adams’ administration. The...

Experts debate rights of same-sex couples

Experts debate rights of same-sex couples

Michael Adams, Contributing Writer March 11, 2015
NYU Law hosted a debate on same sex marriage and the constitution.
Double X: Honey Maid’s advertisement crucial to perception of same-sex couples

Double X: Honey Maid’s advertisement crucial to perception of same-sex couples

April 11, 2014
Honey Maid released a series of advertisements depicting wholesome American families, one of which featured a gay couple and its child.
Christie must shift social issue position for 2016 bid

Christie must shift social issue position for 2016 bid

October 22, 2013
By accepting same-sex marriage, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is taking the necessary steps toward a 2016 presidential bid.
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SCOTUS gay marriage rulings spark new battles

June 27, 2013
The Supreme Court struck down DOMA on Wednesday, reinvigorating the battle for legal same-sex marriage especially among the youth.
Same-sex marriage raises civil liberties questions

Same-sex marriage raises civil liberties questions

April 1, 2013
The debate for the inclusion of a gay marriage clause into the U.S. Constitution continues.
Same-sex marriage is consistent with conservative values

Same-sex marriage is consistent with conservative values

March 27, 2013
As marriage equality goes to the Supreme Court, the WSN editorial staff demonstrates contrary to popular belief, that same-sex marriage is consistent with conservative ideology.
Marriage equality debate must be separated from partisanship

Marriage equality debate must be separated from partisanship

February 14, 2013
United Kingdom and France pass gay marriage bills, causing strong opposing reactions in other countries.
Maryland takes great leaps in same-sex marriage

Maryland takes great leaps in same-sex marriage

November 27, 2012
Maryland’s passing of Question 6, the same-sex marriage referendum, is a sign of a worldwide change.