Civil Marriage

Marriage -- Not Just a "Gay Rights" Issue

Anne Dilenschneider | Posted 05.29.2009 | Politics


Anne Dilenschneider

Separating the elements of civil and religious marriage, as the French have done since 1792, might provide a way to solve the heated debate over marriage.

Let Vermont Move Forward on Marriage Equality: an open letter to Governor Jim Douglas

Susan Brison | Posted 04.29.2009 | Politics


Susan Brison

The Honorable Jim Douglas Governor of Vermont 109 State Street, Pavilion Montpelier, VT 05609-010 Dear Governor Douglas, Fifteen years ago, my husb...

Prop 8 - Instead of Forced Divorce, Why Not Civil Marriages for All?

Christine Pelosi | Posted 01.20.2009 | Politics


Christine Pelosi

In the spirit of the holidays, of peace and goodwill, rather than force divorce on some, why not seek common ground and civil rights for all?