The most popular programs for the Homosexuals Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=1153 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Mon, 20 May 2013 04:22:03 GMT Author and radio talk show host Tammy Bruce was interviewed about her life, career, and writings. She discussed her self-identification as an openly gay, pro-choice, gun owning, pro-death penalty, voted-for-President Bush progressive feminist. She also responded to audience telephone calls and electronic mail. Video clips from August 19, 2006, were shown of her radio show. At the age of 27, Ms. Bruce was the youngest person ever elected president of the Los Angeles chapter of the National Organization of Women (NOW) and served from 1990-1996. She also served two years on the national board of directors. With the "Tammy Bruce Show" (1993-1998) on KFI-AM 640, she was the first openly gay women in the country to host a show on mainstream talk radio. Her editorials and commentaries on social issues have been published nationally and internationally in a wide variety of magazines, newspapers, and on television and radio programming. Ms. Bruce is also a Fox News Channel political analyst, and served on California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger's transition team. Ms. Bruce is the author of [The New Thought Police: Inside the Left's Assault on Free Speech and Free Minds] (2001), [The Death of Right and Wrong: Exposing the Left's Assault on Our Culture and Values] (2003) and [The New American Revolution: Using the Power of the Individual to Save Our Nation from Extremists] (2005). http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193300-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193300-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Attorney General Holder talked about lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) civil rights issues. He talked about the Obama administration's pro-equality successes including the Justice Department Civil Rights Division's work with local law enforcement on LGBT discrimination, and filing the first indictment under a federal hate crimes law. He also reminded the lawyers that much work needed to be done, and challenged them to use the current "momentum" to win equal rights. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307727-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307727-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT A panel of three federal judges heard arguments in the [Perry v. Schwarzenegger], the Proposition 8 (or the California Marriage Protection Act) case. The 9th Circuit heard an appeal of an August ruling by U.S. District Judge Vaughn R. Walker, who presided over a trial that found the ban on same-sex marriage to be unconstitutional. The first hour of the hearing lawyers addressed issues of legal authority, or standing. The second hour addressed the merits of the appeal. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296911-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296911-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Defense Secretary Robert Gates and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Mike Mullen testified on the potential repeal of the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy barring openly gay and lesbian service members. In their testimony they outlined plans to conduct a year-long review which would recommend policy changes on which Congress could act. In the interim, Secretary Gates said the military would enforce the existing policy "in a more humane and fair manner." "This is a test" http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291857-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291857-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT President Obama delivered the keynote address at the 13th annual Human Rights Campaign national dinner. He praised the work of the campaingn on behalf of civil rights for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgerder (LBGT) Americans and thanked them for thir support during his presidential campaign. He aslo acknowledged frustrations with the pace of government action, but urged persistance in the fight for recognition of LBGT families, passage of hate crimes legislation, ending discrimination in the workplace and military, as well as extending the benefits of marriage through repeal of the Defense of Marriage Act. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289399-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289399-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT The Supreme Court heard oral argument in [United States v. Windsor], the challenge to the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA). At issue was whether the Court had jurisdiction to rule on the federal government's case, and whether the House Republican leaders as defenders of DOMA had Article III "standing" to pursue their appeal. After arguments on jurisdiction, issues of the constitutionality of section III of DOMA were addressed. Lawyers argued over the requirement in the law that limited the definition of marriage to a union between a man and woman, thus denying federal spousal rights to same-sex marriages conferred on couples in states where the practice had been made legal. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311686-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311686-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama hosted a reception for LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender) Pride Month. In his remarks he spoke on gays in the military, the Defense of Marriage Act, and other topics. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287350-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287350-2 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Judge Vaughn Walker spoke about the history of cameras in the courtroom. He focused on precedents set by the Ninth Circuit over the past 20 years, reaction to several highly publicized trials, as well as his consideration of televised coverage of [Perry v. Schwarzenegger]. Judge Walker authorized Internet broadcast of arguments in the case before the U.S. District Court and was later overturned by the Ninth Circuit and the Supreme Court. The case involved a constitutional challenge to California's Proposition 8 which changed the state constitution to disallow same sex marriage. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298109-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298109-3 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Sullivan talked about his recently published book, [Virtually Normal: An Argument about Homosexuality], published by Alfred A. Knopf. It focuses on the debate over the "normalcy" of being homosexual and how this affects the role of homosexuals in U.S. society. He also talked about his career in journalism and the discrimination he has faced. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/66925-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/66925-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Maryland First Lady Katie O'Malley spoke about bullying in schools and various prevention programs. In her remarks she talked about the state's anti-bullying initiative, and spoke about the challenges for youth coming out as gay. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307455-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307455-3 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Sherif Girgis and Andrew Koppelman debated same-sex marriage. Mr. Sherif argued against same-sex marriage, saying the issue was not about equality but rather what marriage is and the reasons states are involved in the question. He said "marriage is fulfilled by the bearing and rearing of whole new children." Mr. Koppelman made his case in favor of same-sex marriage by refuting Mr. Sherif's thesis. Following their prepared remarks they answered questions from moderator Richard Fallon and audience members. Sherif Girgis is the author of [What is Marriage? Man and Woman: A Defense], and Andrew Koppelman wrote [Defending American Religious Neutrality]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310722-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310722-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified for and against legislation that would repeal the Defense of Marriage Act, the 1996 law signed by President Clinton that bars federal recognition of same-sex marriages. Proponents of the Respect for Marriage Act focused on the numerous benefits denied to legally-married same-sex spouses. Opponents focused on the issues of religious liberty, child welfare, and the potential impact on state laws. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300613-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300613-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Activists held a rally in support of equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people in all matters governed by civil law in all 50 states. Speakers focused on various issues including repeal of the Defense of Marriage Act, ending the "don't ask, don't tell" military excluding homosexuals, passage of workforce non-discrimination and hate crime laws, as well as calling on the Obama administration to live up to its campaign promises. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289403-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289403-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Defense Secretary Robert Gates, Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Mike Mullen, and officials tasked with conducting a study on military attitudes toward service by openly gay and lesbian personnel briefed reporters on the results their survey on the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy. The study found that a large majority of service members would not be adversely affected by a change in the policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296799-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296799-2 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT President Obama signed the repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell," the military's ban on service by openly gay and lesbian personnel. In his remarks prior to signing the legislation he spoke about efforts to pass repeal, historic service by gay and lesbian personnel, and said he was proud to sign a law that "will strengthen our national security and uphold the ideals that our fighting men and women risk their lives to defend." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297218-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297218-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Supporters of same-sex marriage held a rally outside the Supreme Court, on the first day it considered two cases on the rights of same-sex couples to marry. The rally was organized by United for Marriage, a coalition group that includes Family Equality Council, GLAAD and the Human Rights Campaign. Several participants were not identified on screen. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311756-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311756-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT The Traditional Values Coalition held a news conference to state their opposition to two pieces of legislation, one dealing with homosexual employment and the other with hate crimes. Several persons spoke about how others have received them because of their open opposition to homosexuality. Two attorneys also spoke about the problems with the vague nature of the anti-discrimination bill and the need to protect freedom of speech. They also took questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/103282-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/103282-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Defense Secretary Robert Gates announced new guidelines on the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy restricting gays and lesbians in the military. The changes include approval of discharges by a one-star flag officer or above, information given by third parties must be given under oath, and confidential information provided to lawyers, psychotherapists, and clergy will no longer be allowed in support of discharges. In his remarks, he said he believes the modifications provide "a greater measure of common sense and common decency to a process for handling what are difficult and complex issues for all involved." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292725-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292725-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Defense Department officials testified on the Department of Defense Working Group survey of the issues associated with a repeal of the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy banning gays and lesbians from open service in the military. They talked about the results and scope of the survey, findings favorable to repeal, and said they personally supported repeal. They also focused on federal court challenges and the potential harm of changing the policy by "judicial fiat." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296855-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296855-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Military branch chiefs testified on the results of the Department of Defense survey on repeal of the military "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy banning service by openly gay and lesbian personnel. Service chiefs gave their personal and professional opinions of the policy and the potential impact of repeal. Among the topics they addressed were readiness and unit cohesion, levels of support for repeal among the military services, and the process for repeal. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296884-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296884-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Jeh Johnson spoke to Defense Department personnel at the Pentagon's first celebration of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) pride month following the repeal of the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" (DADT) policy. He was followed by a panel on the subject "The Value of Open Service and Diversity." The live airing was periodically interrupted by brief signal losses. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306783-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306783-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Brian Brown talked about the National Organization for Marriage's arguments against the legalization of same-sex marriage. The Supreme Court was to hear two cases on the issue later in the month. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311419-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311419-4 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg spoke about the Supreme Court and the law. In her remarks she said she thought the court would address the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) and issues surrounding same-sex marriage in the coming term. She also talked about her efforts as a female law student, gender discrimination cases that have come before the court, the nomination process, and what she sees as the biggest threats to the U.S. legal system. She also spoke about her personal life with comments about her late husband, his cooking skills and her lack of them. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308171-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308171-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Labarbera, editor of a conservative newsletter on the homosexual movement, discussed the homosexual movement during a symposium on gay and lesbian issues sponsored by Accuracy in Media, a conservative media watchdog group. In his remarks, Mr. Labarbera presented explicit material concerning homosexual relations which he said provided the real story on the gay lifestyle that was not presented by the national media. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/40681-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/40681-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Chuck Wolfe talked about his group's drive to train, and ultimately elect, openly gay public officials on the national, state, and local level. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300109-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300109-4 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Knight and Ms. Carter discussed the issue of homosexual rights in the 1990's. Issues raised in the discussion included recent legislative proposals preventing discrimination in public matters based on sexual orientation, and the ban on gays in the military. The speakers responded to questions from telephone callers on the issue of homosexual rights. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/38782-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/38782-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Annise Parker was inaugurated as mayor of Houston. She is the first openly gay mayor of the city, and said her election to lead the nation's fourth-largest city marked a milestone for gay Americans but was just "one step toward a tomorrow of greater justice." Several entertainers and an orchestra performed at the event. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291036-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291036-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Gay rights advocate John Corvino and conservative columnist Maggie Gallagher engaged in a point/counterpoint discussion of gay marriage where they interviewed each other. Their intended goal was not to win the debate but to raise and clarify as many points of disagreement as possible, explaining not only how they disagree but why. They are the co-authors of the book [Debating Same-Sex Marriage]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306678-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306678-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Liberty University Professor Judith Reisman talked about the cultural and legal impact of Alfred Kinsey's research on human sexuality. Kinsey was a mid-20th century scientist and author of [Sexual Behavior in the Human Male] and [Sexual Behavior in the Human Female]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308841-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308841-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Senate Armed Forces Committee Chair Carl Levin spoke to reporters following a hearing on the potential repeal of the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy barring openly gay and lesbian service members. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291857-101 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291857-101 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified on the potential repeal of the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy barring openly gay and lesbian service members. They focused on the conduct of a year-long study on implementing a repeal, including plans to consult military personnel and outside organizations. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292350-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292350-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Jay Carney briefed reporters and answered questions. He was repeatedly asked about President Obama's view of same-sex marriage following Vice President Biden's remarks the previous day on the issue on "Meet the Press." Other topics included election results in France and Greece. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305862-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305862-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/3447-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/3447-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT The panel talked about their support of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) of 1996. DOMA codified heterosexual-only marriage in federal law and banned the transfer of gay marriage between states. The panel talked about the religious, social, and "scientific" bases of banning gay marriage. They focused on the threat posed by homosexuals on all that is good in society. Without irony, they advocated for the passage of DOMA and for a smaller government. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/73344-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/73344-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT The Senate Armed Services Committee held a hearing on the fiscal 2011 budget request for the operations in Afghanistan and Pakistan. In his testimony General Petraeus addressed a number of issues including Iranian nuclear development, security threats in Afghanistan and Iraq, tensions in the Middle East, and al-Qaida operations in Yemen. He also said that "the time had come" tor re-evaluate the military's bar on service by openly gay and lesbian personnel. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292551-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292551-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Advocates, psychologists and lawyers discussed bullying due to sexual orientation and gender. Among the topics they addressed were incidents of bullying in schools, school programs to reduce the impact of bullying, and the role of the federal government on anti-bullying efforts. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299507-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299507-2 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT The day before a national gay and lesbian voting rally in Washington, DC, participants reacted to the ninth anniversary of national "coming out" day, in which homosexuals are encouraged by lesbian and gay advocates to openly acknowledge their sexual orientation. They emphasized that gays and lesbians can come out of their lifestyle, in other words, that they can change their sexual orientation if they so desire. Mr. and Mrs. Taylor talked about their son who is homosexual. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/75834-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/75834-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Leaders from the Coalition of African-American Pastors talked to reporters about their opposition to President Obama's support of same-sex marriage. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307357-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307357-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Author and commentator Andrew Sullivan spoke at Princeton University. He talked about the politics of homosexuality. Among the topics he addressed were same-sex marriage, the military ban on openly gay and lesbian personnel, and grassroots activism. He also responded to questions from the audience. Mr. Sullivan is the author of [Virtually Normal: An Argument about Homosexuality]. He writes about politics on his blog, the Daily Dish. This event of the Princeton University Public Lecture Series was co-sponsored by the Princeton University Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Center. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292154-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292154-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified about a proposed amendment to the Constitution barring same-sex marriage. Among the issues they addressed were recent rulings by the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court rulings allowing such marriages, civil unions, state's rights, political motives for introducing the amendment, and the process by which the amendment would be considered before a floor vote on the issue. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182378-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182378-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Patti Smith talked about her memoir [Just Kids], which was a finalist for the 2010 National Book Award for Nonfiction. The book is about her relationship with photographer Robert Mapplethorpe. She was interviewed during the 61st National Book Awards Benefit Dinner and Ceremony at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296687-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296687-5 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Participants debated the question, "Should Government Accept Same-Sex Marriage?" Arguing "yes" was Mary Bonauto, attorney for Massachusetts' GLAD chapter, who argued the Massachusetts Supreme Court case, and Jonathan Rauch, author of [Gay Marriages]. Arguing "no" was Hadley Arkes, political science professor at Amherst University, and Genevieve Wood, Vice President of the Family Research Council. Each debate team was also joined by a Boston University student. Following formal arguments debaters responded to points and questions brought by the audience. Members of he affirmative team won the debate. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181294-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181294-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Army, Air Force, Navy and Marines chiefs testified on the progress toward implementing the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" repeal law allowing gays and lesbians in the military. In their remarks they said that training for implementation was on track or ahead of schedule, and that acceptance of the policy had been more positive than projected. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298892-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298892-2 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT A Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals three-judge panel heard oral arguments on [Perry v. Brown]. The case involves U.S. District Judge Vaughn Walker's ruling that the voter-approved Proposition 8 ban against same-sex marriage in California should be thrown out because he is gay. Judge Walker retired from the bench in February 2011, revealing later that he was gay and in a long-term relationship. Judge Walker in 2010 ruled that the ban against same-sex marriage was unconstitutional. This hearing also reviewed Judge James Ware's ruling that Judge Walker had "no duty to disclose details of his private life." Judge Ware was Judge Walker's successor. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303117-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303117-2 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified about the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy prohibiting openly gay and lesbian service members. They focused on proposals to end the policy, previous decisions to integrate blacks and allow expanded service by women, the relationship between personal conduct and unit cohesion, and ways foreign militaries had successfully incorporated gay and lesbian service members. Captain Darrah and Staff Sergeant Alva also spoke about their experiences and the burdens placed on service members forced to keep their sexual orientation secret while serving in the military. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/206528-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/206528-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT The California State Supreme Court heard oral arguments on whether Proposition 8, an anti-gay-marriage ballot initiative which passed in November 2008, should be upheld and, if so, whether the marriages of an estimated 18,000 same-sex couples should remain valid. The arguments the court heard focused on whether Proposition 8 is invalid because it constitutes a revision of, rather than an amendment to, the California Constitution. If it were an amendment to the Constitution, it could be passed by a state wide referendum as had occurred. If it were a revision, it would require a 2/3 vote in California's bicameral legislature to be passed, which had not occurred. The difference between the two is not clearly articulated in law or court cases in California, but a revision is a substantial change while an amendment is a minor change. The court also heard arguments about the Separation of Powers and the validity of the marriages that occurred before the Proposition was passed. The case was Strauss v. Horton. Coverage courtesy of the California Channel. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284455-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284455-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT The acclaimed Constitutional law scholar examines the history of sexual orientation law in the U.S. The event was at Politics & Prose in Washington, D.C. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292741-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292741-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Sheldon and Ms. Vaid discussed opposing viewpoints concerning gay rights in America. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17946-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17946-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT General James Conway briefed reporters and answered on Marine operations in Afghanistan and his recent trip to that country. In his remarks he said that it will take a few years before U.S. troops will be able to reliquish control to local Afghan forces in some areas of the country. He also discussed his opposition to changing the "Don't ask, don't tell" policy for gays in the military. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295155-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295155-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT Secretary Panetta and General Dempsey held a press briefing. Secretary Panetta began by calling on Congress to abide by the Budget Control Act of 2011 rather than passing the House Republican budget reconciliation bill. He warned that if Congress reverses the "tough decisions" the Defense Department has already made in its proposed budget, they risk potential gridlock and "could force the kind of trade-offs that could jeopardize our national defense." Other topics included President Obama's announced support of same-sex marriage, and the nomination of General Mark Welsh to replace retiring Air Force Chief of Staff Norton Schwartz. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305949-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305949-1 Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT