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300 Activists Lobby Congress for Gay Rights
Fair-minded Americans share their stories on Capitol Hill.
Stop Anti-Gay Groups from Attack on Hate Crimes Bill
Right now, anti-gay groups are sending a barrage of calls and e-mails to lawmakers to halt an effort to pass a federal hate crimes law that includes sexual orientation and gender identity. They’ve launched the attack just as the bill approaches its best change of passage.
When Does $1 = $2? Now, with Your Help!
On Capitol Hill we’re closer than ever to securing major victories like the Matthew Shepard Act and GLBT workplace equality. But the radical right is trying to scare lawmakers. They’ve got lies – and deep pockets. It's time to fight back! Right now, a generous HRC board member has made an incredible offer to match every gift you make by midnight tonight – dollar-for-dollar – up to $100,000! Donate now, and your gift automatically doubles.
We Did It!
Thank you to Human Rights Campaign board member Bruce Bastian and everyone who helped us meet his challenge of raising $100,000 by July 31! With your help, we raised a total of $245,000 for our campaigns for workplace equality and strong hate crimes legislation.
Although the matching gift opportunity is over, you can still contribute. We need your help to ensure we have the resources to fight back — so we can lobby, educate and organize until we've won.
HRC Lauds Selection of Sen. John Edwards as Running Mate
‘Senator Edwards is steadfast in his support of our community,’ said HRC President Cheryl Jacques.
True Colors Launches, Includes Grassroots Hate Crime Action
The highly anticipated True Colors Tour kicked off on Friday, June 8, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. The tour, which benefits the Human Rights Campaign, has already played in multiple cities across the country.