gay marriage

Same Sex Marriage: What Happens Next?

The Conversation With Ross Reynolds — Wed, 01 May 2013 19:29:21 +0000

Last November Washington became the first state to legalize same sex marriage at the polls but today we want to check in on what is happening with the same-sex marriage debate in and out of the Evergreen State.

Coming Out: The Mavericks

The Conversation With Ross Reynolds — Wed, 01 May 2013 19:23:43 +0000

“I’m a 34-year-old NBA center. I’m black. And I’m gay.”

So started the essay by active NBA player Jason Collins, the first openly gay NBA player. In fact, Collins is the first openly gay male athlete who is still active in a major American team sport.

France Legalizes Gay Marriage After Harsh Debate

The Associated Press — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 18:46:55 +0000

PARIS (AP) — France legalized gay marriage on Tuesday after a wrenching national debate and protests that flooded the streets of Paris. Legions of officers and water cannon stood ready near France's National Assembly ahead of the final vote, bracing for possible violence on an issue that galvanized the country's faltering conservative movement.

The measure passed easily in the Socialist-majority Assembly, 331-225, just minutes after the president of the legislative body expelled a disruptive protester in pink, the color adopted by French opponents of gay marriage.

Seattle Tourism Industry Hitched To Gay Marriage

Ann Dornfeld — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 15:56:29 +0000

The star of the 1960s TV show Gomer Pyle, USMC, married his longtime male partner at Seattle’s Fairmont Olympic Hotel this month.

"Straight Talk About Gay Marriage" With Bishop Gene Robinson

Rachel Solomon — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 04:00:00 +0000

The first same-sex weddings took place in early December in Washington state. Marriage equality has come a long way in Gene Robinson’s lifetime. He was the first only gay person to become a bishop in the historic traditions of Christendom — and he wore a bulletproof vest to his 2003 consecration.

Today, he’s one of the world’s leading spokespeople for gay rights and gay marriage, and he has been married to a man for the last four years. Robinson spoke at Seattle’s Town Hall on December 7, 2012.

Your Take On The News

Steve Scher — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 18:00:00 +0000

It’s Friday — time to review the week’s news with Eli Sanders, Knute Berger and David Horsey. Talks on taxes and spending are getting down to the wire in Washington, DC, and even Starbucks is urging cooperation to avert the so-called fiscal cliff. Will there be a deal before the December 31 deadline?

We'll also take a look back at the region's big stories of 2012, from history-making decisions on marijuana and marriage equality, to Seattle's steps toward police reform and a deal for a third pro sports stadium. What stories caught your attention? Call us at 206.543.5869 or write to weekday@kuow.org.

Quiet Scenes As Same-Sex Couples Obtain Marriage Licenses

Austin Jenkins — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 17:00:22 +0000

OLYMPIA, Wash. and KENNEWICK, Wash. – In Washington’s capital city, the county auditor was also prepared for a rush of marriage-license applicants. Instead, it felt like business as usual. Just one couple got showed up.

Deborah Dulaney and Diane McGee dressed warmly and brought an umbrella. They figured they’d be waiting out in the rain to get a wedding license on day one.

“Then we just walk right in," Diane says. "It was nice, but I’m kind of disappointed.

Countdown To Midnight Marriage Licenses

Liz Jones — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 19:48:33 +0000

The countdown is on. At 12:01 on December 6, King County will start handing out marriage licenses to same-sex couples. Hundreds are expected to show up for this historic, once-in-a-lifetime event. County staffers are working around the clock to pull off an unprecedented, all-night operation.

After 8 Years, Spokane Pastor Will Perform Marriages, Gay And Straight

Jessica Robinson — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 14:33:28 +0000

Reverend Todd Eklof made a vow in 2004 -- the year 11 states, including Oregon and Kentucky -- passed constitutional amendments against gay marriage. He stopped performing any marriages. But starting Dec. 9 same-sex couples can get married legally in Washington. And that day will also marks a turning point for the Spokane minister. Eklof discussed his vow with Northwest News Network's Jessica Robinson.

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Wash. County Holds Lottery For First Same-Sex Marriage Licenses

Austin Jenkins — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 14:30:49 +0000

OLYMPIA, Wash. – The competition among counties to issue the first same-sex marriage license in Washington is heating up.