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Scotland bucks the trend

Since devolution, Scotland has developed a reputation for social conscience.  The Herald reports two stories: Stonewall Scotland (who unlike Stonewall in the UK do fight for trans rights) addressed SMPs on the benefits of creating a new offence of homophobic … Continue reading

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Gainesville again

OK I’ve found a bit more: Firstly the Citizens for Good Public Policy have their site here, which describes what the proposed amendment will do, and links to a copy of the draft amendment.  They intention is stated as follows: … Continue reading

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Maine considering same sex marriage law

While the media attention is focused in Prop 8 in California, the issue of same-sex marriage is live on other States. There is good news from Maine as a Democratic Senator Dennis Damon has introduced a Bill entitled “”An Act … Continue reading

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