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Videos
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Autism Insurance Reform need now... Dreams Deferred
highlighting private insurers blatant discrimination against children with autism and calling on Congress to put an end to it as part of the broader health care reform effort.
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I want everyone to treat everyone equally, regardless of any differences they may have
Articles
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The Employment Non-Discrimination Act Needs Congressional Sponsors
The Employment Non-Discrimination Act has been in limbo for over a decade. The bill would make it illegal to fire employees because of their sexual orientation.
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Brad Pitt Donates $100,000 To Fight Same-Sex Marriage Ban
Brad Pitt has donated $100,000 to help fight the ban on gay marriage in California. The actor is hoping that the money will help fight Proposition 8 which wo... -
Federal Court Decides In Favor Of Transgendered Woman
The Library of Congress was found guilty of discrimination when they rescinded a job offer to Diane Schroer after finding out the applicant was transgendered... -
Protect Equal Rights and Freedom
The election is finally upon us, and as vital as it is that we vote for the right person, we also need to make sure we vote for the right laws and propositions.
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Obama Wins. Human Rights Declares (un)Victory as Prop 8 Passes
Dave O'Brien blogs about election night and his reaction to California's passing of the gay marriage ban, Proposition 8.
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Obama energizes Burma’s ethnic minorities
A number of similarities can be found in the United States politics and that of Southeast Asian country Burma.
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World AIDS Day: Aidsism in America
For two months, ostracized and alone, nineteen year-old Marvelyn Brown slept on the gray vinyl seats of her 1996 Nissan Sentra in the parking lot of a Walmart.
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On the 20th Anniversary of World AIDS Day, Turning the Corner for People Living with HIV
Today, people across the globe will rally around World AIDS Day. An AIDS awareness bike marathon will wind its way through the streets of Cairo.
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The Universal Declaration of Human Rights
On December 10, 1948 the General Assembly of the United Nations adopted and proclaimed the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
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Gay Penguins Steal Eggs From Straight Couples
A couple of gay penguins are attempting to steal eggs from straight birds in an effort to become "fathers", it has been reported.
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Peter Gabriel’s YouTube for Human Rights: The Hub
It was an ordinary day of skateboarding dog videos on YouTube last November when a harrowing clip appeared.
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World marks UN Human Rights Day
On this International Human Rights Day, which marks the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, two women are on my mind.
Events
- International Human Rights Day Location: Everywhere!
- Emergency Protest & Rally - ALL OUT! Overturn Prop. 8! Location: Corner of Sunset Blvd. and Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles 90029
People
- democratteen St. Peters, MO
- the_us's Mountain View, CA
- ColinDC9 Los Angeles, CA
- myun27
- Chhun Long Beach, CA
- francisgaona Riverside, CA
- rescodghana Tamale/Ghana
Blog posts
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1. We want freedom and the social, political and economic development and empowerment of our families and communities; and for all women, men and children throughout the world. 2. We want equal ...
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Last Tuesday was bittersweet for me as a gay man living in California. On the one hand, we'd elected our nation's first black President, who, in his victory speech mentioned gay people by name in ...
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Kelly Picks a Fight: Gay Haters
Let's be clear: I'm single and, while I absolutely abide by monogamy, I don't know that I would ever actually get married. I'm too restless and I take a vow before God as absolutely sacred. However...
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Welcome to Day 8 of author Adonya Wong's virtual book tour for In My Mind: The World through the Eyes of Autism. Adonya and I met on Twitter, and we have since become friends and very supportiv...
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How can we stand up for change?
Barack Obama wants us to help others in the community. Martin Luther King Jr said in his 1968 speech: "I have a dream that my four little children will not be judged by the colour of their skin...
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My Thank You Note To Joe Biden
The following is the text of the email that I sent to Vice President Joe Biden for his continued support of the Employee Free Choice Act. To learn of his recent statements and how you can thank him...
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On Friday, February 20, 2009, I was terminated by Wal-mart #0753 in Cedar Falls, Iowa. I was fired for policy violations that were far less than violations by other employees who are still employed...
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Three women we want to tell you about
Dear Friend, We are writing to tell you about our latest efforts to end violence against women and to ask for your support. We've recently received a generous challenge grant that expires on ...
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I have had it with Prop 8 and all the venom it has created! Why is this stupid Proposition on the table at all? Why is a state constitution defining marriage; what the H*** happened to separati...
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One less Child dying, poisoned w Autism, level of Bureaucracy, War, Famine, & Website
One Less what a beautiful sentiment. Can you trade mark service mark and protect this sentiment. I dream pray and advocate for a world of One Less. First let me say any child dying of any disea...
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I have not really revealed my political position in the past or had a discussion in depth here. I generally feel that Politics are better left alone. My political aspirations have long been left in...
