“Pediatricians’ group: gay marriage fosters child health”
Read a March 21, 2013, Los Angeles Times story about the American Academy of Pediatrics urging support for same-sex marriage on behalf of the children of lesbians and gays.
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“Church and State: Religious Leaders Debate Same-Sex Marriage”
Watch a March 22, 2013, Google hangout hosted by PBS NewsHour that featured religious leaders on both sides of the debate.
“Rob Bell on Gay Marriage Support”
Read a March 22, 2013, story in The Christian Post about former megachurch pastor Rob Bell’s statements in support of gay marriage.
“Gay marriage? These voices say ‘No’ and explain why”
Read a March 22, 2013, USA Today story in which key opponents of same-sex marriage discuss the reasons for their views.
Holocaust Educational Foundation
The Holocaust Educational Foundation is a private, nonprofit organization founded by Holocaust survivors, their children and their friends to promote awareness of the Holocaust. The foundation sponsors teacher and faculty training, as well as educational programs for youth. It is based in Skokie, Ill.
“As Support For Gay Marriage Grows, An Opponent Looks Ahead”
Read a March 22, 2013, NPR story about another activist and how her background as a single mother led her to become involved in the issue.
“Ready to Fight Gay Marriage at Court Door”
Read a March 22, 2013, New York Times story about the man described as the nation’s leading opponent of same-sex marriage.
“Policy Updates”
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“For Evangelical Leader, Gay Marriage ‘Outside Of God’s Design'”
Read the transcript of a March 23, 2013, NPR interview in which Focus on the Family’s president, Jim Daly, discusses his concerns about religious liberty aspects of the debate.