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Marriage Equality

Read the latest news about marriage equality victories and the continuing fight for gays and lesbians to have the right to marry around the world. See the most recent updates on this international, national, regional, and state-by-state issue, which has been hotly contested by conservatives and far-right religious organizations. Learn about the straight allies who have been advocating for same-sex marriage in the spheres of society, entertainment, and politics, as well as the various opponents of marriage equality who seek to impede the progress of the LGBT rights movement.

Meet the Gay Man Elected to Lead Greece's Leftist Party in Historic First

Stefanos Kasselakis, who is married to an American, now sets his sight on becoming the country’s first gay prime minister.

They Live in the US, but These LGBTQ+ Couples Can’t Get Married. Here's Why

Same-sex marriage is banned on the Navajo Nation, the sprawling reservation that spans Arizona, Utah and New Mexico. But that could soon change.

While LGBTQ+ Community Embraces Open Marriages, Straight Society Is Scandalized: Poll

A new Pew Research poll reveals LGBTQ+ people's higher acceptance and political divide in views on open marriages.

Kim Davis Must Pay $100K to One Gay Couple, Doesn't Have to  Pay Another

A jury awarded damages to one couple, but another jury didn't award anything to a different couple.

Gay Husbands Recreate Decadence Photo 23 Years Later, Proving Queer Love Can Endure

While there’s a lot of tragedy and trauma to go around, here’s a story of enduring gay love. Share your stories and photos with us at news@equalpride.com.

Kim Davis Might Have to Pay Damages to Gay Couples in Marriage License Case

She refused to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples; a jury will decide how much she owes those couples.

Robin Roberts Marries Girlfriend Amber Laign

The two have been together since 2005.

Hong Kong Court Rejects Marriage Equality, Orders 'Alternative' Recognition

The ruling from the city's highest court falls short of equality but represents progress, activists say.

Michigan Homophobic Farmer Wins Lawsuit Against City

A federal judge finds East Lansing improperly denied the farmer’s participation in a local farmers market.

Dozens Arrested for Attending Gay Wedding in Nigeria

Homosexuality is illegal in the West African nation.

Country Star Ty Herndon Marries Boyfriend in Tennessee Wedding

Congratulations to Herndon and Alex Schwartz!

California Republicans Shift Stance on Abortion, Marriage-Equality

While Republicans in other states have increased their attacks on the LGBTQ+ community, the party may broaden its tent in California.

‘Good Morning America’ Throws Big Gay Bachelorette Party for Robin Roberts

Colleagues from the network and guests celebrated Robin Roberts and her long-time girlfriend, fiancée Amber Laign.

California Voters to Decide Fate of State's Prop 8 Same-Sex Marriage Ban in 2024

An amendment would remove language from the state constitution that states “only marriage between a man and a woman is valid or recognized in California.”

Texas Judge Refuses to Marry Same-Sex Couples, Cites Supreme Court Decision

She claims that the decision that allowed a Colorado web designer not to be forced to create a site contrary to her beliefs extends to her view that only heterosexual couples should be married.

One-Fifth of United Methodist U.S. Congregations Leaving Over LGBTQ+ Issues

Most of those leaving are conservative, as it's expected the church will soon adopt more LGBTQ-affirming policies.

Prop 8’s Sandy Stier & Kris Perry Mark 10 Years of Marriage

Vice President Kamala Harris paid tribute to Sandy Stier and Kris Perry during a Pride reception at the vice president’s residence.

Hundreds Marry as Mexico Celebrates Marriage Equality, Gender ID Law

The nation continues to make strides in equality.

Equality Day: Why Is June 26 Momentous for LGBTQ+ Rights

The day has traditionally been a good one for queer rights!

Elizabeth Warren, Susan Collins Introduce Tax Bill to Help Married Same-Sex Couples

The bill would help couples married before the Supreme Court's decision in U.S. v. Windsor.