How They Did It: Marriage Equality Victories in the States …
On Wednesday, May 22, AFJ’s Bolder Advocacy initiative and the Human Rights Campaign sponsored a discussion of successful advocacy strategies.
The discussion included leaders of winning marriage equality efforts in Maine, Maryland, Minnesota and Washington State.
These leaders were honored at AFJ's JUSTICE FIRST! Luncheon on May 23. We’ll have more about the luncheon soon.
... and the fight
at the Supreme Court
On March 26 and 27 the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in marriage equality cases. Here is some of what they heard:
» AFJ AUDIO ANALYSIS – excerpts from Supreme Court oral arguments.
At a rally outside the court, AFJ President Nan Aron spoke for marriage equality:
» Read Nan's statement
» Read our overview of the issues
» The real-world impact of marriage discrimination
» And help us say “thank you” to Edith Windsor, the 83-year-old woman who took her fight for marriage equality all the way to the Supreme Court.
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"Obama's Judicial Nominees Blocked On All Sides By Senate Republicans"
-Huffington Post
Using AFJ's extensive resources, a Huffington Post story documents the obstruction.
» Read the story
» Read the AFJ resource cited in the story
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The Urgent Need for Senate Rules Reform
Of course even after a nomination reaches the Senate the stalling continues through the misuse and overuse of the filibuster.
A compromise worked out in January has failed. The Senate needs to revisit comprehensive rules reform.
» Tell your Senator you want an end to gridlock
» Read more about Senate rules reform
Watch AFJ President Nan Aron discuss rules reform on Washington area NewsChannel 8’s NewsTalk: -
AFJ Condemns Supreme Court Decision on Human Rights
The Supreme Court's decision in Kiobel v. Royal Dutch Petroleum struck a blow to decades of human rights law.
» Read the statement from AFJ President Nan Aron
» Check out our AFJ AUDIO ANALYSIS of the arguments in the caseImage: Kiobel plantiffs, courtesy Amnesty International USA
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What's New on Bolder Advocacy
Investing in Paid Sick Leave Campaigns: The Rockefeller Family Fund
The foundation is on the verge of celebrating a second victory this year in the battle for paid sick days– a major win for workers.
» Read more
How an Idea Becomes a Bill: The Art of Persuasion
Honing the message and tackling challenging questions are essential for selling your cause.
» Read more
For the Mom Who Wants Social Change
Given its political roots, it’s not surprising that Mother’s Day has become a focal point for advocacy on dozens of important causes.
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