@ProjRightSide

Providing research and analysis to improve the political climate for gay and lesbian issues across the political spectrum.

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Following @realDonaldTrump's election in 2016, he affirmed his support for #MarriageEquality and SCOTUS's #Obergefell decision, a major deviation from the typical stance of the GOP. Here's why it's a political winner, via @adamhgeller for @dcexaminer: washingtonexaminer.com/opini…

Trump's view on marriage equality is a political winner

When Donald Trump descended the golden escalator at Trump Tower a decade ago, everything in the Republican Party changed instantly. Almost overnight, the

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Stephen Gow Calabresi on why discriminating against LGBTQ+ citizens' #FreedomToMarry violates the #14thAmendment of the #USConstitution.
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"Washington is more divided today than at any point in our careers," say @MehlmanKen & Michael C.S. Soto, noting that @SenatorCollins is the Republican that Democrats call when they want to move #EqualityLegislation forward. Read more via @PressHerald: pressherald.com/2026/10/19/f…

For equal rights for LGBT citizens, Collins has been in the room where it happens | Opinion

Maine's senior senator is the Republican that Democratic senators call when they want to move equality legislation forward.

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Virginia’s constitutional amendment banning the #FreedomToMarry has not been enforceable for 12 years, but it has remained on the books since it was adopted in 2006. This November, #Virginia voters decide whether to strike it from the state’s constitution. 19thnews.org/2026/09/virgini…

Bob and Bob have been married for 12 years. They’re ready for their state constitution to change.

Virginia’s ban on same-sex marriage hasn’t been enforceable since 2014, but it’s still on the books — at least until November.

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Justice Alito on why #Obergefell remains settled law: "Obviously a great deal had changed in the country as a result of Obergefell ... [P]eople of the same sex got married and entered into contracts … it was much more concrete." More: cbsnews.com/news/samuel-alit…

The Alito Court: A rare interview with the influential Supreme Court justice

Justice Samuel Alito discussed his opinion in the Dobbs decision overturning Roe v. Wade, the leaked draft and its aftermath, same-sex marriage rights and why he's not retiring yet.

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October is #LGBTQHistoryMonth. Major milestones like #Obergefell were made possible only through decades of #advocacy by many individuals. We thank those advocates, past and present, who have helped secure rights like the #FreedomToMarry for all.
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This November, Virginians will decide whether or not to add a constitutional amendment guaranteeing the #FreedomToMarry. If passed, the amendment would repeal language in the state's constitution that bans same-sex marriage. Read more: wtkr.com/news/politics/a-loo…

A look at the marriage equality amendment on Virginia ballots this November

Virginians will decide this November on whether or not to add a constitutional amendment on marriage equality.

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In 2022, then-Senator Roy Blunt of MO backed the #RespectForMarriageAct with the bipartisan religious liberty amendment. Blunt cited the dual protections guaranteed by the bill for individuals and religious organizations alike. More #GOP quotes: projectrightside.com/gop-pro…
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In this recent piece for @Slate, American civil rights lawyer and founder of #FreedomToMarry @evanwolfson shares lessons learned, including how conversation can act as the chief engine of change. slate.com/news-and-politics/…

We Won the Greatest Civil Rights Victory of Our Generation. Here Are Some Lessons for the Next One.

In his 2016 book Engines of Liberty, David Cole explores the question of how constitutional change happens.

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Our 2025 #Polls suggested that relitigating the #FreedomToMarry would face significant opposition. Recent losses by anti-LGBT candidates Andy Ogles and Jadon McCormack point to the veracity of our data. More data: projectrightside.com/polls/
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September is full of significant moments for the #FreedomToMarry in the United States. Here are just a few of the historical milestones this month has seen ❤️🤍🩵💙 #SCOTUS
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Lawmakers and voters in Virginia and Texas are on two different trajectories when it comes to the #FreedomToMarry. Sources: wsls.com/news/local/2026/06/… convention.texasgop.org/wp-c… (pg. 108, Resolution 211)
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When voting on a bill to enshrine the #FreedomToMarry in the #Delaware Constitution, Rep. @ILikeMikeSmith (R-DE-22) acted as a true representative of his constituents. More GOP quotes: projectrightside.com/gop-pro… #Republican #ElectedOfficial
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20+ years of evidence overwhelmingly show positive outcomes associated with the #FreedomToMarry. Americans and their families only stand to benefit. Source: @RANDCorporation #FamilyValues #Research
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In July, Bipartisan lawmakers in #Delaware passed legislation that would establish that the right to marry cannot be denied based on protected characteristics. More: whyy.org/articles/delaware-s… #FreedomToMarry

Delaware lawmakers pass same-sex marriage bill after initial failure in the House

Amendments to the Delaware Constitution must pass both chambers in two consecutive legislative sessions.

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Nearly 300,000 children under 18 are being raised by married same-sex couples, according to a report from @WilliamsPolicy. Economic benefits of the #FreedomToMarry help contribute to a better life for both same-sex couples & their families. More: williamsinstitute.law.ucla.e…
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Clark Forsythe, Senior Legal Counsel for Americans United for Life, sees #Obergefell as #SettledLaw. #SCOTUS agrees; last November, it declined to hear Kim Davis' petition to consider reversing it.
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When #MarriageDiscrimination ends, families win. ❤️🤍 🩵 #ReligiousFreedom and #EqualRights go hand-in-hand. Learn more: freedomtomarryglobal.org/why…
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Today, we celebrate 250 years of independence—hard fought, paid for, and won by the brave. May the liberties and freedoms of Americans continue for another 250 years and beyond.
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Yesterday in 2015, the #FreedomToMarry was legalized across the U.S. with #SCOTUS' #Obergefell v. Hodges ruling. During that time, we've seen huge strides in progress... (1/4)
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💛 41,300+ jobs have been supported for one year by same-sex couples' weddings. 💚 Congress passed the #RespectForMarriageAct in 2022, which requires the U.S. federal government and all states to recognize the validity of same-sex and interracial marriages. (3/4)
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💙 Research suggests that mental health and life satisfaction, particularly in states that previously prohibited same-sex unions, has been significantly boosted. SOURCES: @WilliamsPolicy: 💜 williamsinstitute.law.ucla.e… 💜 williamsinstitute.law.ucla.e… (4/4)
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