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Tuesday, April 30, 2013  'Why not live truthfully?': NBA's Jason Collins comes out, prompted in part by Boston bombings

Friday, February 15, 2013  Planned 'traditional' prom barring gays raises questions about tolerance in small Indiana city

Tuesday, January 29, 2013  If approved by the Scouts' national executive board, possibly as soon as next week, the change would be another momentous milestone for America's gay-rights movement.

Wednesday, November 28, 2012  The St. Louis County Council has narrowly passed an ordinance that adds gender identity and sexual orientation to its anti-discrimination regulations and hate crimes law.

Wednesday, September 05, 2012  The large role for gays and lesbians is a striking contrast with last week's Republican convention, which ratified a platform opposing gay-rights priorities.

Monday, August 20, 2012  Madonna sued in Russia for millions after speaking out for gay rights during concert

Tuesday, May 01, 2012  Boy Scout council official resigns, says ouster of lesbian Ohio den mother is discrimination

Monday, February 20, 2012  Arizona sheriff faces uphill battle in GOP primary now that he's been outed as gay

Thursday, December 15, 2011 

Tuesday, September 20, 2011  Military portrays repeal of gay ban as business-as-usual, after months of preparation

Thursday, September 01, 2011  Gay rights group seeks court ruling to prevent return of 'don't ask, don't tell'

Tuesday, May 24, 2011  Military chaplains seek protection for troops who share beliefs on gay service members

Thursday, May 12, 2011  House panel OKs defense bill, votes to delay law allowing gays to serve openly

Wednesday, May 11, 2011  Amid congressional complaints, Navy suspends decision to train chaplains to do same-sex unions

Thursday, April 28, 2011  Marines gets trained on new policy as military prepares for end of 'don't ask, don't tell'