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"Luke" TV ad for marriage equality in New York

Our new ad features Karen, Luke & Jessica Schuster of Rochester, NY. If Karen’s daughter Jessica meets someone and falls in love, she can get married, but her gay son Luke can’t. This painful situation is the reality for thousands of families across New York State. We need the New York State Senate to act now and pass the marriage equality bill so that same-sex couples will no longer be treated as second-class citizens.

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Marriage Equality and Public School Learning

Marriage Equality & Religion: The Massachusetts Experience

LGBT Equality & Justice Day 2009 - The Time Is Now!

Empire State Pride Agenda 2008 Video

Happy Valentine's Day from the Pride Agenda

Lobbying Your Legislator Part One

Lobbying Your Legislator Part Two

Governor Paterson's Message to ESPA's Spring Dinner 2008

NY Gov. David Paterson keynotes Pride Agenda 2008 Fall Di...

Pride Agenda Executive Director Alan Van Capelle at the 2...

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Empire State Pride Agenda

Hamptons Tea Dance

Join us for an afternoon of cocktails, dancing and fun at the annual Hamptons Tea Dance as we move back to East Hampton to the home of Will Trinkle & Juan Granados at the rest...

Host:Empire State Pride Agenda

Time:4:00PM Saturday, July 11th

Location:10A Ranch

July 2 at 8:39am · RSVP to this event

Empire State Pride Agenda Read Alan Van Capelle's message to our community and its supporters on our continuing work:

Our Work Continues

Source: eqfed.org

It’s now been more than three weeks since any business has been taken up by the New York State Senate. When I returned to New York City from Albany yesterday there was still no sign of a break in the impasse that has stalled our state’s government for far too long now.

July 1 at 11:52am

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“Marriage bill must be handled respectfully and given its due debate”

We just released the following statement by Executive Director Alan Van Capelle on the gridlock in the Senate: “State Senators need to know that it is unacceptable to leave Albany without voting on and passing the marriage bill...

June 24 at 11:39am

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Mark at 7:34pm June 24

I think they are playing chicken and this was planned so that they don't have to deal with it.

Robert at 6:43am June 25

I agree Mark, I believe we might need a "March on Albany" as was done in Washinton, DC years ago. It's unfortunate that they just walk on eggs with this, They are thinging of their careers instad of doing what is right and just. Amen!

Empire State Pride Agenda New poll reaffirms that the majority of New Yorkers support marriage equality!

The Agenda: New poll reaffirms that a majority of New Yorkers support marriage

Source: prideagenda.blogspot.com

The new Quinnipiac University poll conducted last week found that 51% of New Yorkers support passing legislation to extend marriage to same-sex couples, while only 41% oppose it. This marks the first time ...

June 23 at 1:02pm

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Brenda at 1:05pm June 23

Now if we can only get the Senators together to vote on it.

Sabrina at 4:34pm June 23

We put 'em there, James. :( We should all do our damndest to make sure they lose their jobs when election time next rolls around.

Valerie at 6:29pm June 23

AGREES w/ BRENDA!

Empire State Pride Agenda No matter what happens in the Senate this week, NYC Pride will be a great way to show the power of our community! RSVP to march with the Pride Agenda!

NYC Pride March

Location:54th Street between 6th & 7th Avenue

Time:12:15PM Sunday, June 28th

June 22 at 11:19am

Empire State Pride Agenda The Pride Agenda thanks Nassau County Executive Tom Suozzi for his support for marriage equality!

Op-Ed Contributor - Why I Now Support Gay Marriage - NYTimes.com

Source: www.nytimes.com

Any change in the New York law can, and must, balance equality while making sure that religious institutions remain free to choose whether to marry same-sex couples.

June 15 at 11:16am

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Empire State Pride Agenda The Pride Agenda thanks former Senate Majority Leader Joe Bruno for his support for marriage equality!

Press Release

Source: prideagenda.org

Albany, New York, June 15, 2009 – In a powerful public statement, former Majority Leader Joe Bruno has given his strong support for marriage equality for same-sex couples and calls for the Senate leadership ...

June 15 at 11:15am

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Magaly at 5:43pm June 15

Absolutely useless. Typical!

Chuck at 6:02am June 19

Now that he is out of office and powerless he wants to help the LGBT community. Thanks a lot Joe!

Empire State Pride Agenda

NYC Pride March

Join the Empire State Pride Agenda & Executive Director Alan Van Capelle at NYC Pride as we galvanize our community in our fight to win equality & Justice! Help us show the St...

Host:Empire State Pride Agenda

Time:12:15PM Sunday, June 28th

Location:54th Street between 6th & 7th Avenue

June 15 at 9:36am

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Empire State Pride Agenda Marriage equality is NOT a partisan issue! Call and write your Senator AGAIN to tell them it's time to vote on marriage!

Call and write your Senator - tell them it's time to bring marriage to a vote!

Source: eqfed.org

The Pride Agenda and our allies have been fighting hard to make sure that same-sex couples in New York are given access to marriage and the 1,324 rights and responsibilities that come with a state marriage license. ...

June 10 at 1:36pm

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Empire State Pride Agenda Our statement on developments in the Senate:

Pride Agenda calls for Senate vote on marriage equality, GENDA and Dignity

Source: eqfed.org

Moments ago, we released the following statement in response to developing events in the New York State Senate. Stay tuned for more updates from the Pride Agenda as this situation unfolds:

June 9 at 10:41am

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Mark at 6:01pm June 9

This IS about politics -- obviously. We need the Senate, a political body, to vote for these things. I agreethat we keep the pressure up, but it is political.

Brenda at 6:28pm June 9

always is, always will be.

Empire State Pride Agenda Read our new, first-ever assessment of the health and human services needs of LGBT New Yorkers: http://tinyurl.com/m8l3mg

June 8 at 10:17am

Empire State Pride Agenda Our Statewide Marriage Call-In Day is today - PLEASE call your Senator and get all your New Yorker friends and family to do the same!

TAKE ACTION NOW: Call Your Senator About Marriage Equality!

Source: eqfed.org

Today, Monday, June 8, is the Statewide Marriage Call-In Day. You are receiving this e-mail because the New York State marriage equality bill has been passed by the Assembly, and it’s now time for the State Senate to vote on the bill.

June 8 at 9:39am

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Mark at 11:43am June 8

Tried to reach Alesi by phone -- did not have any luck.

Chris at 4:30pm June 8

I'll write Winner.

Empire State Pride Agenda

Marriage in New Hampshire - let's make NY lucky No. 7!

Statement by Empire State Pride Agenda Executive Director Alan Van Capelle June 3, 2009—"Today, New Hampshire has done the right thing and will now allow same-sex couples to marry...

June 4 at 9:33am

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Joy at 6:23pm June 4

so true. If Iowa can do it so can we!

Valerie at 11:18am June 6

wow! holding my breath in ny! LET'SSSSS GO NY!

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Queens Pride March

Please join the Pride Agenda and march with us in the Queens Pride Parade. Don’t worry if you don’t live in Queens—We need as many people from the 5 boroughs and beyond for th...

Host:Empire State Pride Agenda

Time:11:30AM Sunday, June 7th

Location: Near the Roosevelt Street/Jackson Heights stop on the E/F/R/G subways lines

June 2 at 7:41am

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We need your help NOW to keep NOM from clogging New York airwaves with lies!

Today the National Organization for Marriage—the group behind the “Gathering Storm” and Carrie Prajean ads—have released a TV ad in New York containing many of the same false messages that we’ve seen in anti-marriage equality campaigns across the country...

May 28 at 11:45am

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Stephanie at 6:18pm May 28

Now is the time!

Joyce at 2:26pm May 29

Write your letters! Lobby your Senators! Spread the word!...and when you get a robo call from NOM answer it and let them know what u think by calling or emailing!!!

Empire State Pride Agenda Pride Agenda executive director on the Prop 8 decision: "“Today’s ruling from the California Supreme Court missed an opportunity to do what courts are supposed to do and that is to make sure that all people are treated equally under the law."

Press Release

Source: prideagenda.org

May 26, 2009--“Today’s ruling from the California Supreme Court missed an opportunity to do what courts are supposed to do and that is to make sure that all people are treated equally under the law.

May 26 at 11:51am

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Watch our new ad for marriage equality!

Click here to watch our second ad for marriage equality in New York, featuring Karen, Jessica & Luke Schuster of Rochester, NY. Karen's straight daughter Jessica can get married if she meets someone and falls in love, but her gay son Luke can't...

May 26 at 11:42am

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Luke, Marc, J.C. and 8 others like this.

Brenda at 12:37pm May 26

This one made me cry. Very nice.

Sue at 5:51pm May 26

Nice!

Empire State Pride Agenda Rally for marriage this weekend in NYC!

The Agenda: Marriage rally this Sunday!

Source: prideagenda.blogspot.com

Join us at a rally in NYC this weekend to show your support for marriage equality! The cast of Broadway's "Hair" will be joined by special guests, including the Pride Agenda's Executive Director Alan Van Capelle. ...

May 14 at 8:33am

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We've just launched our first-ever TV ad for marriage equality!

Click here to watch our new ad, contact your State Senator and ask them to support marriage, and help us keep our ad on air!

May 13 at 7:39am

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Valerie at 9:47am May 13

finally!

Magaly at 4:46pm May 13

After reading that Brief filed by Ken Starr in California NOW I understand where the recent and scandalous Ms. California got the phrase "opposite-sex couples" when answering Perez Hilton's question during the pageant.

Empire State Pride Agenda BREAKING NEWS: Marriage passes the New York State Assembly! Now, contact your Senator to let them know you want them to vote for marriage, too.

Take Action: It's Time to Act: Ask Your Senator to Pass Marriage

Source: eqfed.org

The marriage bill (A.7732/O'Donnell)(S.4401/Duane) to provide equal access to marriage for same-sex couples has just passed the State Assembly with bipartisan support. This means that once again, the Assembly has stood on the side of equality and justice for the LGBT community.

May 12 at 6:09pm

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William at 7:57pm May 12

It's about time. Lets hope that NY will be the 6 state to allow gay marriage.

Christine at 9:14am May 13

Its about Time!

Empire State Pride Agenda The New York State Assembly is currently debating marriage!

New York State Assembly - Audio/Video of Session

Source: www.assembly.state.ny.us

Unedited gavel-to-gavel coverage of Assembly sessions as well as other legislative proceedings are now available on most local cable systems. To view cable systems that carry NYS Legislative Proceedings click here. For a schedule of air times this week click here.

May 12 at 2:14pm

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Maine is now fifth state with marriage for same-sex couples!

We just released the following statement: “Our legislature has the opportunity this springtime to make New York proud,” says Pride Agenda’s Van Capelle...

May 6 at 11:10am

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Stephanie at 2:14pm May 6

I just love New England. Get with the program, NY!

Valerie at 5:56pm May 6

one by one! 2 by 2!!!! ny is next people!!!

Empire State Pride Agenda Thank you to everyone who made Equality & Justice Day 2009 a huge success!

The Agenda: Equality & Justice Day 2009

Source: prideagenda.blogspot.com

Thank you to everyone who helped make LGBT Equality & Justice Day 2009 our most successful lobby day ever! Two thousand of you came to show Albany the power of our community, and your efforts did not ...

April 29 at 2:10pm

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Chuck at 10:55am April 30

I had a great time there! It's awesome to be with a group of such dedicated LGBT activists. A real feeling of solidarity.
Maybe this will be the year that we too get our full civil rights!

Amy at 5:08pm April 30

Great day! My son is now an official activist too.

Empire State Pride Agenda GENDA just passed the NYS Assembly. Now on to the Senate!

Press Release

Source: prideagenda.org

Statement from Pride Agenda Executive Director Alan Van CapelleApril 21, 2009—“We thank the New York State Assembly for voting by a wide margin today to amend the state’s human rights law to include anti-discrimination protections based upon gender identity and expression. ...

April 21 at 2:45pm

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Brenda at 6:13pm April 21

Awesome!!!!!!!!

Nick at 8:07am April 29

Yesterday was amazing!!! Roadtrip to Albany, Gov Paterson, Interfaith Service, fighting for Marriage and Shayna Steele-- Operation Gay Marriage: In Action. :)

Empire State Pride Agenda just released a new video featuring Mass. clergy dispelling myths surrounding marriage equality and religious freedom -- check it out!

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April 21 at 11:32am

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