The recent decision of the United States Supreme Court in the redefinition of marriage is the result of a dynamic cultural, social, historical process of constant redefining and questioning of the way we organize ourselves and co-exist as human beings
LGBT People and Democracy articles on Democracy Chronicles
Since the end of the 19th century, there has been a global movement towards increased visibility, recognition, and legal gender rights including a focus on LGBT people and democracy. Also check out our section on World Democracy.
Angry Conservatives Call For Elected Supreme Court
Calls for an elected Supreme Court have now come from left and right following this court’s rulings
On Social Consciousness and the Perception of Difference
Social awareness, indignation, and compassion do not begin in any one’s singular, isolated consciousness. These move toward each one of us from everyone everywhere, gather strength within us and lift us up beyond ourselves.
First Openly Gay Polish Mayor Elected in History
Success of election campaign for first openly gay Polish mayor in history shows nation that has a growing tolerance for LGBT community in political life
Youth Tolerance to Presidential Candidate Gender and Race
Changing preferences and prejudices related to Presidential candidate gender and other factors
Celebrity From Duck Dynasty Voter Registration Comments
Duck Dynasty voter registration push comes from star Phil Robertson who has entered politics in Alabama as a religion focused candidate who has angered some with his language
Openly Gay Republican Candidate Seeks Congress First
VIDEO: Massachusetts could vote to send the first openly gay Republican candidate ever to Congress as Richard Tisei announces candidacy for House of Republicans seat
AUDIO: Story of LGBT Protester Silenced at Russia Olympics
Italian politician silenced at Russia Olympics and driven to rural area to be abandoned by police
Continued Arrests of Peaceful LGBT Protesters at Olympics
Multiple LGBT protesters at Olympics have been arrested including Italian Parliamentarian
Russia Steps Up Olympics Clampdown on LGBT Activists
Increasing arrests and violent propaganda accompany Olympics clampdown on LGBT activists