NC Family Values is pissing off NC #GayINC Over the 2nd Anniversary Of Amendment 1.

the photo.

From Jen Jones of Equality NC,

Does this image piss you off? Does it make you angry to know there are people out there who think NC should *celebrate* the passage of Amendment One? Then, join me for a CookOUT for Marriage Equality, at Motorco, in Durham, on the 2nd anniversary of Amendment One, May 8, from 6-8, as we show the entire Tar Heel state what hundreds of folks fighting for marriage really looks like

There would like for you to join them for their little cookout thingy.. Click here..

Amendment Pass due to the huge failure of NC Equality,, only targeting Cities with Colleges East of 95, completely ignoring Eastern NC, where the NC Family Value target and won each of those counties. Lets not forget the huge post card campaign which was as a failure, they delivered the cards on the day of the Vote. So, the member of the House and Senate never got to see those card before they voted..

Equality NC basically help this amendment to pass, so they could use it for future fund raisers.

So Sad they won’t make it.. to $8,000

I guess Stuart won’t get his bonus check when he leaves ENC

A bit late, don’t you think

Received this in my email to night, I think this should have been sent early in the day.

Equality NC Executive Director is stepping down..

Campbell only worked for the Group about a year and half, now he is stepping down. I really have to wonder why.. Could it be lack of results, lack of community involvement? Who really knows?

So will Alex Miller be returning to fill in while the Equality broad seek a replacement for Campbell? Yes why not, just what we need a str8 person leading NC’s only national LGBT Group.

Here is the press release from EqualityNC,

EQUALITY NC ANNOUNCES DEPARTURE
OF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, STUART CAMPBELL

RALEIGH, N.C., APRIL 15, 2011– Equality NC and its Board of Directors announced today that Stuart Campbell, the organization’s executive director since 2011, will be leaving the organization sometime in early summer. Campbell led the state’s premier lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) advocacy organization during its high-profile 2011-2012 campaign against Amendment One, North Carolina’s constitutional ban on marriage equality.

“I leave Equality NC with an incredible sense of pride in the movement we have built during what could be considered the most pivotal two years in North Carolina’s LGBT rights movement.” said Campbell. “As positive momentum in favor of LGBT issues continues to build across the nation, region, and state, I am confident in the future of this organization, and remain grateful for the tireless efforts of our board, staff, and supporters to never stop fighting for Equality.”

During Campbell’s tenure with Equality NC, the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender (LGBT) advocacy organization has effectively lobbied the North Carolina General Assembly, executive branch, local governments, and electorate on issues like marriage equality, employment discrimination, adoption, domestic partnership, HIV/AIDS, and more.

In the process, Equality NC secured introduction of bills protecting LGBT workers, strengthened the state’s HIV/AIDS prevention and care programs by helping defend funding for critical needs; supported the elections of a growing number of LGBT legislative candidates, including current representative, Marcus Brandon; and built a coalition of partners and community leaders who tirelessly advocate on the behalf of LGBT North Carolinians.

“Over the past two years, our fight to defeat Amendment One galvanized a state full of new and seasoned LGBT leaders and advocates, and, despite Amendment One’s passage, I truly believe we can sustain this positive momentum in future efforts to secure LGBT rights, benefits and protections.” said Campbell.

Under Campbell’s leadership, Equality NC also experienced significant growth. The statewide LGBT organization now boasts over 100,000 supporters, 50,000 online activists, including thousands of donors, hundreds of volunteers, 23 active board members, and a team of six employees. Because of these successes, Equality NC has earned a national reputation as one of the strongest and most well-respected statewide LGBT advocacy groups in the country.

“I will miss working at Equality NC, but moving forward I know the organization has never been in better hands. I will be proud to be one of the thousands of people across this state and this nation who will never stop fighting for Equality in North Carolina,” said Campbell.

Responding to Campbell’s announcement, Elaine Martin, Equality NC Board Chair said, “I am deeply sorry to see Stuart leave. Not only has he had a very positive impact on the organization, but under his leadership we’ve experienced exceptional growth and had milestones in the LGBT movement I never would have thought possible.”

Martin reported that she and Equality NC Foundation Board Chair Ken Wittenauer have already started the process of creating a search committee to oversee the recruitment and selection of the next executive director at Equality NC.

“Today, we focus on acknowledging and celebrating Stuart’s accomplishments,” said Martin. “Speaking for our board of directors, Equality NC is deeply grateful for his work and we wish him the absolute best in his future endeavors.”

Equality NC is a statewide organization working to secure equal rights and justice for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender North Carolinians.

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At this point and time it would wise for them to appoint Jen Jones or one others who have been for so long. Yet the board will seek another person out of state.. Who just might not be up to task of running EqualityNC..

Once again Equality NC does a half ass job

Really, they post a Facebook Event location TA, really how hard is it to get a location before you post the event. I guess Tracey Hollister and Madeline Goss is new to setting up events for Equality NC.

they did a updated while I was posting this,

 

As the Supreme Court judges the fate of DOMA and Prop 8, join us for as we call for full LGBT equality.
Vigils will be taking place across the country as the nation's highest court hears oral arguments in the Prop 8 and DOMA cases on March 26 and 27.
Equality NC is honored to host the March 26th vigil led by community leaders Tracey Hollister and Madeline Goss.
The event will involve:
* Featured speakers
* Candlelight vigil
* Live tweeting other state & national events. #Light2Justice
More vigils are being planned across the state and country as a growing coalition of organizations and communities stand together for full equality, including events hosted by Equality NC and Campaign for Southern Equality. Join one near you:
Greensboro
TBA
Charlotte
TBA
Asheville
http://www.facebook.com/events/521879764529059/
Want to plan your own event? For more information visit, http://www.lighttojustice.org/

However still no location..

Interstateq the Douche bag of the week

After he basically destroyed my partner marriage rally, this jerk won’t event be showing up for the one he push on other.. what a douche bag.. (being nice)

I guess he couldn’t give up his after spot at the Adult Bookstore, servicing those in need.. who knows why.. I know that my partner and I will be, even if I have to bring my two nephews with me, if I can’t find someone to watch for the day..

Qnotes Story of the week

Via Qcloset,

Matt quoted the N&O editorial Called Disruption,

the Quote from N&O,

They also escalated a tactic that’s been used before in the current legislative session. Twice, protesters in the visitors galleries have interrupted business on the floor. One of those incidents, late last month, led to the arrest of the NAACP’s state president. Taking protests to the chamber floor intensifies the potential for confrontation. It vents anger and frustration but otherwise accomplishes nothing.

There are countless reasons why many North Carolinians are upset with the current, Republican-controlled General Assembly. GOP-backed bills calling for a constitutional amendment to bar gay marriage or domestic partnerships certainly rank near the top of that list. Such an amendment, limiting citizens’ rights, would be unwise and unhelpful. But if it is to be defeated, it will have to be by winning arguments and gaining votes, not by outshouting people or shutting down the legislative process.

Now is the problem, I have been officially block by Matt from Commenting  on any story, no matter if my comment is neg or pos,

but I just love this comment

Now If I wrote this it would have been block or removed..

So Appellation calls GetEqual Pathetic, Where was Appellation, Was he at the Rally, or the bookstores or the parks tearooms????

This isn’t allow at the NCGA

That is right your 1st Amendment Rights don’t apply on the side of the NCGA in Raleigh, well that is it your words are on cardboard that is.

You can speak your mind but you can’t display them.

Right after I took this shot the Capital/NCGA Police told him that he would have the lay the signs down or leave or be arrested.

This is one way the State is making money by arresting folks and hoping they will just pay the fine in court..

The bigots at our Rally

I guess the guy above wish he had a v-8 before he came to the rally

See the religious bigots aren't too happy, the Capital Police made them put down their blow-horn pa device.. and if they wanted to stay they had to be peaceful and quite while we had our rally.. The Capital police told us they had the right to be there even though they didn't have a permit, yet a few weeks early these idiots police told us that we would have to leave the lawn are be arrest for trespassing while the Religious Bigots had their rally..

Jimmy Creech on religion-based bigotry

This just In, Breaking News From Durham

It would seem that Durham Very Own national Blogger has found the time to actually attend a marriage in Raleigh, She won’t just be attending, she will also be speaking. NC Getequal is get desperate for speakers. a Side note, I would like to know why EqualityNC turn them down when they were ask to speak at this event????

this from Angel Chandler of GetEqual NC,

Rep. Susan Fisher sent a message of regret that she won't be able to make the rally as planned to be our opening speaker, but she will send a message of support we will read at the rally.

GOOD NEWS:

Pam Spaulding of Pam's Houseblend, a major LGBT blog based in North Carolina, will be attending and speaking!
&
Jim Neal, 2008 openly gay US Senate candidate from North Carolina will be speaking!

Someone will be recording the event so we will be able to upload it on YouTube so bring your best posters :)

There are rumors of counter protests, which is to be expected. Lets be civil, calm, and courageous. And let's remember that history is on our side, so we don't need them to be.

Thanks to everyone who is helping make this rally a huge success.

Hope to see you all on Thursday.

The Few and Proud (the counter rally)

 

 

 

 

In total it was over 30 local LGBT members who showed up to counter protest the bigots. Lets hear it for these brave Equality Supporters.

Equality NC at the Anti-marriage Rally

 

I didn't even notice Ian and the Rest of the EQuality Group when I took this shot.

Marriage Equality Supporters behind enemies lines

 

The Christian Double Standard

 

When we take our kids to our rally, they call it indoctrination, yet when they bring their kids its call a family outing.. or family Support.

Marriage Equality supporters harass at Rally

BAM BAM LaBarbera In NC for Marriage Rally

 

One Marriage Bigot who can't spell

Let make sure you spell check before making your signs.. for a Marriage Protest...

Counter Protest Call for

Let's turn it out and show them there's more than bigotry in NC!

~See you in the streets,

eddy

What: *URGENT!*-*Counter Protest of "Return America"s Anti Gay Rally
When: Tuesday, May 17, 2011 10:00 AM

Where: Halifax Mall
16 W. Jones St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
Raleigh, NC 27601

Why: Return America and the North Carolina Family Poliocy Council, two religiously based anti gay groups, will be rallying for the proposed constitutional amendment to ban same sex marriage in NC. Come out to counter protest.

Return America and the North Carolina Family Policy Council will be rallying in support of the proposed constituional amendment SB106 to ban same sex marriages in NC. Please show your support for equality by counterprotesting. 

From Return Americas website:

"Return America is urging pastors to bring their congregations, schools to bring their students, and citizens to bring as many family members and friends as possible to Raleigh for the 'Marriage Amendment Rally' on May 17. 'We are also asking every individual who believes in traditional Biblical marriage to make May 17th a priority day,' Return America states on its website. 'The future of our children and grandchildren may be determined by the outcome of this Rally.'"

Just so we're clear, these Bible-based groups are asking supporters to bring their children to a rally where they'll preach intolerance against GLBT people while they preach tolerance for their anti-LGBT bigotry. Just imagine if even one of these children is GLBT. What will go through his or her mind when a religious leader is talking about the "homosexual scourge?"

As Return America prepares for its rally outside of the North Carolina legislature in the government complex in Raleigh to push the discriminatory anti-LGBT constitutional amendment, Equality NC will be inside at the NC legislature, making sure these hateful and harmful voices aren't the only ones being heard. Not only have we begun mobilizing clergy, faith leaders, and families from across the state to speak out against the anti-GLBT amendment that day, we're empowering other fair-minded citizens from every corner of North Carolina to add to the thousands of messages, calls, emails, and visits GLBT supporters have already made to their local legislators demanding they oppose this discriminatory legislation. Please stay tuned to the action alerts of Equality N C to make sure you receive information next week on how you can get involved with our act-in against bigotry to let your legislators know that fair-minded folks in their districts oppose this bigoted amendment . . . AND we vote.

See the Return America organization poster below which is also posted on their web site at: http://www.returnamerica.org/

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Sometime we as a community have to come out to let the people who attempt to sway our political representatives against us that we are here also and we matter and that we are not going to be pushed around any longer by hate and ignorance. Let's come out Tuesday and protest this event in our community. Contact Equality North Carolina to discover times and means of being involved in this. Now is also a good time to discover who your North Carolina Senate and House Representatives are and to contact them to let them know how you feel about the proposal to amend the North Carolina Constitution to codify that it will be illegal for Gay and Lesbian people to marry in North Carolina.

Please show your support with rainbow flags and signs!

Equality NC

http://www.equalitync.org/

Check it out!

Tonight's Tweets Bitch Session

After reading this tweet,










I tweet the following,

Which Pam Reply with this








Ok then I tweet back this




and Pam tweet back









So its OK for us to Rally to show support for CA, when Prop8 happen, It was OK for us to rally against NOM when they came to town. Yet, We can't rally against a bunch of local bigots from our own state. Our Local LGBT leaders and Community Activists only want us to visit our state Rep in Raleigh, and talk what this anti-marriage bill would do to us.

Where the GOP is in power and trying hardness to return us back the fifties.

I want to know why we can’t have a Marriage Equality Rally, or a Rally to protest this Anti-marriage bill??

Yes we should speak with our elected officials in Raleigh, but if your elected  official is one of the many co-signer of this bill, what good will it do.

Equality NC whom have been leading this fight for the last 7 or 8 years now, is doing a post card campaign which I hope will do a lot of good. If we can gather 30, 000 thousand signatures on paper, guess what 30 thousand people showing up at your place or work would look like.

to me 30 thousand in the flesh live people could do and say a hell of a lot more then just 30 thousand pieces of paper..