“Nothing has changed. Gay state workers and students still do not have the same rights as everyone else under the law.”

“What we see here is a PR maneuver, not actual change in philosophy or policy. There is no guarantee that a witchhunt will not occur with McDonnell/Cuccinelli at the helm.”

In a surprising turn, Governor Bob McDonnell issued Executive Directive One today, directing that “No employee of the Executive Branch shall engage in any discriminatory conduct against another employee.”

Are Bob McDonnell and Ken Cuccinelli using the law to hide their discriminatory ambitions?

Bob McDonnell and Ken Cuccinelli will continue to use the law as their shield while they make Virginia a more dangerous place for LGBT peoples.

Photos of the hate group being drowned out by a very positive crowed in Norfolk. The WBC didn’t get what they wanted here, and even skipped some of their targets.

For McCain, his anger isn’t about military readiness or congressional oversight; it’s about politics. His actions aren’t about getting things done; they are about scoring points.

President Obama has committed the US Military to work toward the repeal of the infamous “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” (DADT) policy that has led to thousands of armed service members being discharged simply because of who they chose to spend their lives with.

It is a foundational doctrine in the development of our nation, and it’s time that GLBT people stand up and demand that the promise of equality become a reality in their lives.

Please join Virginia Beach Progressives , and other activists for equality, in demonstrating in front of the Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library during the public viewing of the document.

Pictures showing both the magnitude march and the personal resolve of the activists demanding for equality for all people.