As an LDS Church member, I'm confused why so many hateful and ignorant remarks have been directed against the gay marriage effort and its supporters. The facts are that 1) marriage has evolved significantly over the millennia (with Utah adding its own twist over the last 150 years), 2) marriage can strengthen families and 3) there are many families headed by gay or lesbian parents that would greatly benefit from marriage. Full Story

As an LDS Church member, I'm confused why so many hateful and ignorant remarks have been directed against the gay marriage effort and its supporters. The facts are that 1) marriage has evolved significantly over the millennia (with Full Story

Few Utah politicians have shied from speaking out, issuing legal opinions, holding rallies and writing editorials about Amendment 3, the proposed change to Utah's constitution that would block gay marriage. But when pressed on polygamous marriage at a KUED debate taped Saturday evening, Utah's 3rd Congressional District candidates Chris Cannon and Beau Babka waffled. The question - whether polygamy is protected under the U.S. Full Story

For a very long time this election has centered on at least two non-issues. One is gay marriage. I don't care if somebody marries their pet goldfish, it doesn't threaten my marriage. The second is that, no matter how you spin it, Kerry went to Vietnam and Bush didn't. Bush Sr. was a war hero, McCain was a POW and Clinton got deferments. It doesn't matter. Full Story

Several weeks ago I had the distinct pleasure of debating my friend Dani Eyer of the ACLU of Utah for an Ethics Week event at Utah Valley State College on the subject of Amendment 3. During the audience question period a young lady pointedly asked me why her "two moms" were considered a threat to traditional marriage. Great question! This young lady seemed to be bright and healthy and clearly informed about the world around her. She looked like the beneficiary of two moms. Full Story

Music - For a good cause: Violinist Amy Jackson will headline a benefit concert for the Cancer Wellness House, tonight at 7:30 at First Presbyterian Church, 12 C St., Salt Lake City. Jackson, an attorney and breast-cancer survivor, will be joined by pianist Jed Moss and by cellist Ellen Bridger, also a breast-cancer survivor. The program includes Chopin's F Minor Ballade, the Chausson Poeme, the "Hoe Down" from Copland's "Rodeo" and other works. Full Story

Several weeks ago I had the distinct pleasure of debating my friend Dani Eyer of the ACLU of Utah for an Ethics Week event at Utah Valley State College on the subject of Amendment 3. During the audience question period a young lady pointedly Full Story

For a very long time this election has centered on at least two non-issues. One is gay marriage. I don't care if somebody marries their pet goldfish, it doesn't threaten my marriage. The second is that, no matter how you spin Full Story

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For a good cause: Violinist Amy Jackson will headline a benefit concert for the Cancer Wellness House, tonight at 7:30 at First Presbyterian Church, 12 C St., Salt Lake City. Jackson, an attorney and breast-cancer survivor, Full Story

Few Utah politicians have shied from speaking out, issuing legal opinions, holding rallies and writing editorials about Amendment 3, the proposed change to Utah's constitution that would block gay marriage.

But when pressed Full Story

Leaders of the gay rights movement on Friday shared inspiring stories from the front lines of the culture wars at the national conference of Parents, Friends and Families of Lesbians and Gays. They sought to reassure families, who may feel like they're losing ground in the fight to legalize same-sex marriage, that 10 years from now they will be on the right side of history. Full Story

Their opposing views on the proposed gay-marriage amendment are well established, but gubernatorial candidates Jon Huntsman Jr. and Scott Matheson Jr. were thrown off rhythm during a TV debate taping when asked whether they viewed homosexuality as a sin. Full Story

Leaders of the gay rights movement on Friday shared inspiring stories from the front lines of the culture wars at the national conference of Parents, Friends and Families of Lesbians and Gays.

They sought to reassure families, Full Story

Their opposing views on the proposed gay-marriage amendment are well established, but gubernatorial candidates Jon Huntsman Jr. and Scott Matheson Jr. were thrown off rhythm during a TV debate taping when asked whether they viewed homosexuality Full Story

Britney Spears and Tom Green were absent exhibits in a debate about the national battle over gay marriage Thursday. Four attorneys on both sides of the issue probably would agree that neither the pop princess nor the polygamist set an ideal example for marital union. But all agreement ended there. Full Story

Britney Spears and Tom Green were absent exhibits in a debate about the national battle over gay marriage Thursday.

Four attorneys on both sides of the issue probably would agree that neither the pop princess nor the polygamist Full Story

It is the purpose of a religious body - and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is no exception - to help its adherents negotiate their way through a confusing world. Thus it is fitting that the First Presidency of the LDS Church Tuesday offered an opinion that, no matter how much those on the other side may try to shade it, has the effect of endorsing Utah's anti-gay marriage Amendment 3. Full Story

Andrew McCullough Although all three candidates for Utah attorney general oppose the proposed constitutional amendment on same-sex marriage, Democratic challenger Greg Skordas says incumbent Republican Mark Shurtleff should take some of the blame for allowing it to get on the ballot in a flawed form. Full Story

It is the purpose of a religious body -- and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is no exception -- to help its adherents negotiate their way through a confusing world.

Thus it is fitting that the First Presidency Full Story

Although all three candidates for Utah attorney general oppose the proposed constitutional amendment on same-sex marriage, Democratic challenger Greg Skordas says incumbent Republican Mark Shurtleff should take some of the blame for allowing Full Story