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Bill Could Make It Tougher For Md. Ballot Measures

Laws in 2012 prompted Maryland’s first statewide ballot referendum in 20 years, allowing marriage equality, the Dream Act and congressional redistricting to be upheld by voters.

2013/03/21

President Barack Obama stands on stage with first lady Michelle Obama, Vice President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden after his victory speech on election night(Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Opinion: Happy Thanksgiving

The Buck Starts Here wishes a happy Thanksgiving to our readers. For progressives there is much to be thankful for this year.

2012/11/22

Maryland Becomes Second State To Vote In Gay Marriage

Maryland has become the second state to vote in gay marriage. Maine passed a similar bill earlier Tuesday.

2012/11/06

Marylanders Will Soon Say ‘I Do’ Or ‘I Don’t’ To Gay Marriage

The fight over same-sex marriage remains one of the most controversial issues on the ballot here in Maryland. Both sides are working overtime to get out the vote.

2012/11/05

New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg Donates $250K To Md. Marriage Equality Campaign

In a week and a half, Maryland voters will decide whether to allow same-sex marriage in this state. And supporters are calling on high-profile help. With Election Day fast approaching, the mayor of New York City stands behind local leaders to rally for the message.

2012/10/26

Fight Continues For & Against Marriage Equality In Md.

Controversy continues over Question 6 as the fight for and against marriage equality in Maryland heats up as the election closes in.

2012/10/25

Gallaudet Places Official Who Signed Petition Against Gay Marriage On Leave

A storm of controversy is brewing in Maryland’s same-sex marriage campaign. A college administrator has been placed on administrative leave for signing the petition to put same-sex marriage on the November ballot.

2012/10/11

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Opinion: Romney and Ryan Are Real Life Versions Of GOP Caricatures Of Kerry and Gore

In an odd turn of events, the Republicans in Tampa nominated real life versions of their cartoon versions of Kerry and Gore. Republicans thought John Kerry should be criticized for changing positions. But Kerry is not in the same league as Romney who ran as a pro-choice candidate and promised to do more for gay rights than Ted Kennedy.

2012/09/04

Activists For & Against Gay Marriage Try To Sway Voters Before Referendum

The ballot for this November’s same-sex marriage referendum is set. Now activists for and against the law are reaching out to sway voters.

2012/08/25

Frederick Chick-Fil-A Restaurant Vandalized

Frederick police say vandals put stickers promoting marriage equality and a gay pride flag on the windows of a Chick-fil-A restaurant.

2012/08/12

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Opinion: Rev. William Owens Confronts Barack Obama On Same-Sex Marriage

Rev. William Owens takes great issue with Obama’s linkage of Dr. King’s civil rights movement of the past to the current gay rights movement regarding same-sex marriage. Owens says that King embraced traditional religion, and he strongly suggests that King would not want his civil rights’ mission altered to include same-sex marriage.

2012/08/03

New Poll Shows Growing Support For Marriage Equality In Md.

Maryland is a battleground state in the fight over same-sex marriage. Now the race is on to win voters before the issue goes on the ballot in November.

2012/08/02

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