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Posted on 2014-11-24 by Brittany.
Earlier today, Representative Holly Raschein (R- Key Largo) and Democratic Whip Senator Joseph Abruzzo (D- Boynton Beach) filed legislation in the Florida House and Senate respectively that would prohibit discrimination against lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people (LGBT) in employment, housing and public accommodations.
Posted on 2014-11-18 by Brittany.
The Alachua County Board of County Commissioners has taken a public stance in favor of the freedom to marry for same-sex couples, by voting to sign on to an Amicus Brief that was drafted and filed by a growing list of local governments in all marriage equality lawsuits in Florida.
Posted on 2014-11-11 by Brittany.
A recent article by Cassondra Fredriksen at Stetson University College of Law found that Florida's discriminatory marriage ban denies 508 state-protections to loving same-sex couples. The harm inflicted on couples and families as a result of this ban are felt every day. Article:
Posted on 2014-11-05 by Brittany.
Judge Hinkle has denied requests to both immediately lift and extend the stay on his marriage ruling. According to his order, the stay will expire on the original date of January 5th and will only be extended if by action of the 11th Circuit. He will not lift the stay earlier.
Posted on 2014-11-05 by Brittany.
We won’t sugarcoat this. Last night’s elections were very disappointing. We lost some pro-equality heroes in heartbreakingly close contests. But as we continue to work for full equality, it is important to keep the election in perspective. Basically, we are where we were before the first votes were cast.
Posted on 2014-11-05 by Brittany.
(November 5, 2014) -- In a mid-term election plagued by voter apathy, a strong turnout by pro-equality voters was a key factor in making Florida’s governor’s race an Election Day toss-up. With a huge financial advantage in a year where the GOP was predicted to sweep the election, early forecasts were that Rick Scott was expected to win by a wide margin. But with marriage equality making news almost daily in Florida and across the country, Rick Scott’s opposition to same-sex marriage became a liability.
Posted on 2014-10-22 by Brittany.
PLAYING POLITICS, FLORIDA’S AG BONDI PETITIONS FOR EXTENDED STAY IN MARRIAGE EQUALITY RULING
Posted on 2014-10-22 by Brittany.
AS FRIDAY DEADLINE NEARS, EQUALITY FLORIDA CALLS ON ATTORNEY GENERAL BONDI TO LET MARRIAGE EQUALITY COME TO FLORIDA Group asks Bondi not to oppose lifting stay in marriage decision
Posted on 2014-10-20 by Brittany.
VIDEO: 59 Seconds Attorney General Bondi Must Watch
Posted on 2014-10-17 by Brittany.
Next Steps For Florida Marriage Cases? State Case - Miami / Monroe (Equality Florida is a plaintiff in this case.) THE PATH:
Posted on 2014-10-17 by Brittany.
Meet the Interns: Destiny Jones (St. Pete Office) 1. Tell us a little about yourself...
Posted on 2014-10-15 by Brittany.
EQUALITY FLORIDA TO HONOR JAZZ JENNINGS, 14 YEAR-OLD TRANSGENDER ADVOCATE, ONE OF TIME MAGAZINE’S “25 MOST INFLUENTIAL TEENS OF 2014" Equality Florida Broward Gala: Sunday, November 16
Posted on 2014-10-15 by Brittany.
Over the last two weeks, the Hillsborough County Commission passed two important policies that will make Hillsborough a more fair place to live, work and visit for LGBT people and our families.
Posted on 2014-10-13 by Brittany.
On October 13, Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi, who has been criticized from every corner of the state, filed a Supplemental Response In Support Of Pass-Through Certification,  asking the Third District Court of Appeal to “pass through” jurisdiction and allow two same-sex marriage cases to be heard by the Florida Supreme Court.