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		<title>Equality Hawaii - Email Blasts</title>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:54:40 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Your Testimony Is Needed For Transgender Fairness!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=8295</link>
			<description><![CDATA[TESTIMONY NEEDED FOR GENDER IDENTITY FAIRNESS

Hawaii&apos;s House Judiciary Committee will be hosting a hearing on HB2227, an important measure that will simplify and expand the process for transgender people to obtain a birth certificate that matches their identified gender.

Currently, only people]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 22:06:26 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Media Alert: Hula&apos;s To Host &apos;Cruise For Equality&apos; Catamaran Sailing</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Media Alert: Hula&apos;s To Host &apos;Cruise For Equality&apos; Sailing

Inaugural Quarterly Catamaran Cruise For Equality Hawaii 

For Immediate Release &#8226; Contact: Donald L. Bentz; (808) 221-0799; don@equalityhawaii.org 

HONOLULU - Hula&apos;s Bar &amp; Lei Stand, the legendary Waikiki mainstay for the gay-friendl]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 01 Jan 2012 12:20:44 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Equality Hawaii Toasts The Start Of Civil Unions</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[CIVIL UNIONS START IN HAWAII 

Couples To Celebrate New Rights, Benefits Under New State Law 

Today, Hawaii moved a step closer to equality as the state&apos;s civil unions law went into effect, affording the rights, benefits and responsibilities of marriage to same-sex couples. 

In honor of this]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 31 Dec 2011 17:52:15 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Answers To Frequently Asked Civil Union Questions</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[CONGRATULATIONS, HAWAII!

The strike of midnight tonight not only brings us a new year, but also brings Hawaii a step closer to equality as the state&apos;s civil unions law goes into effect at Jan. 1.

A much-anticipated, hard-fought milestone for LGBT couples and their families, we celebrate with all t]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 31 Dec 2011 17:41:40 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Media Alert: Equality Hawaii Toasts Start Of Civil Unions</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Media Alert: Civil Unions Start In Hawaii

Couples To Celebrate New Rights, Benefits Under New State Law 

For Immediate Release &#8226; Contact: Donald L. Bentz; (808) 221-0799; &quot;don@equalityhawaii.org 

HONOLULU - At midnight tonight, Hawaii moves a step closer to equality as the state&apos;s civil uni]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 28 Dec 2011 18:53:01 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Do You Want To Have A Civil Union Jan. 1 Or Jan. 2?</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=8031</link>
			<description><![CDATA[If you would like to enter into a Hawaii civil union on Sun., Jan. 1, or Mon., Jan. 2, Equality Hawaii can assist.


As both days are legal holidays where Hawaii Department of Health is closed, we have an authorized agent available who can meet couples on either day and issue an official Hawaii C]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 23:14:12 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>We Need Your Input On ACLU&apos;s Sex Ed Survey</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[GOT SEX ED? TAKE ACLU&apos;S SRUVEY!

The ACLU of Hawaii needs our members to participate in its sex education survey.


Recognizing that our youth deserve the best and most effective sex education, Hawaii passed a law in 2009 mandating that the state only funds comprehensive, age-appropriate and me]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 20:00:35 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Don&apos;t Forget To Give Your Gift Of Equality This Holiday Season!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=7923</link>
			<description><![CDATA[DON&apos;T FORGET TO GIVE THE GIFT OF EQUALITY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON! 

There&apos;s two weeks left for you to make your year-end gift of equality!
http://equalityfederation.salsalabs.com/o/35008/p/salsa/donation/common/public/?donate_page_KEY=7167 

Hawaii has many reasons to celebrate this holiday season]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 03 Dec 2011 23:55:24 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Give The Gift Of Equality This Holiday Season</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=7802</link>
			<description><![CDATA[*Give The Gift Of Equality** This Holiday Season
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Hawaii has many reasons to celebrate this holiday season. Civil unions will become law Jan. 1. Gender identity and gender expression are now protected classes in our state&apos;s employment discrimination laws. We took first steps towards safer schools]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 23 Nov 2011 23:13:20 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Giving Thanks To You...</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Giving Thanks To You, Our Donors &amp; Members...

We have a lot to be thankful for in Hawaii this Thanksgiving season. 

Civil unions will become law Jan. 1. Gender identity and gender expression are now protected classes for employment discrimination. Hawaii took its first steps towards safer scho]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 18:49:24 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Equality Update: Things To Do This Weekend!</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[[ http://www.equalityhawaii.org ] 





*Hawaii Family Portraits @ ING Direct, Civil Unions Survey &amp; More November Events...**
* 

Activities for equality abound in Hawaii as we approach the start of the holiday season. 

Tomorrow, ING Direct Cafe &quot;(1958 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu) &quot;will hos]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 17:42:12 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>You&apos;re Invited To A Media Training For Couples</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[[ http://www.equalityhawaii.org ] 







*A Media Training For Couples*&quot;
&quot; 



Equality Hawaii Foundation will be hosting a couples media training with Adam Bass, the Senior Media Field Strategist at GLAAD, for couples contemplating a civil union on or after Jan. 1. The training will b]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:53:57 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Media Alert: LGBT Photo Exhibit Expands, To Show @ ING Direct Cafe</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=7285</link>
			<description><![CDATA[LGBT Photo Exhibit Expands, To Show At ING Direct Cafe

For Immediate Release &#8226; Contact: Donald L. Bentz; (808) 221-0799; don@equalityhawaii.org 

HONOLULU - An award-winning traveling photo exhibit designed to expand how Hawaii defines &quot;family&quot; will debut four new additions to the collection at]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:54:14 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Are You Planning To Have A Civil Union?</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=7257</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ARE YOU PLANNING TO HAVE A CIVIL UNION?

Equality Hawaii Foundation Wants To Hear From You!

As we approach the historic Jan. 1, 2012, implementation date for civil unions in our state, Equality Hawaii Foundation wants to hear from you! 

The implementation of civil unions - and the media atte]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 19:30:48 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>An Exciting Weekend Of Pride &amp; Equality...</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[PRIDE, LEGACY FOUNDATION &amp; MORE THIS WEEKEND!

It&apos;s going to be a busy weekend for Equality! 

First, we hope to see everyone at this weekend&apos;s Honolulu State Pride Festival events, starting tonight with the Club Lava Party at McCoy Pavilion from 5 - 8:30 p.m. This year&apos;s events will rock, featu]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 03:30:01 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Media Alert: Equality Hawaii Expands Board, Elects Officers</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=6599</link>
			<description><![CDATA[EQUALITY HAWAII WELCOMES NEW BOARD, OFFICERS

For Immediate Release &#8226; Media Contact: Donald L. Bentz, (808) 221-0799, don@equalityhawaii.org

Equality Hawaii and Equality Hawaii Foundation recently announced its largest board expansion to date, the election of new officers and some major structu]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 10 Sep 2011 21:22:53 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Tell Us Who You Would Like To See Do An &apos;It Gets Better&apos; Video</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[WHO WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE TAPE AN &apos;IT GETS BETTER&apos; VIDEO?

The It Gets Better Project  was inspired by the tragic and preventable deaths of LGBT students who were harassed.

Thanks to the committed efforts of Dan Savage and others, there has been an outpouring of support from community leaders, ente]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 10 Sep 2011 15:06:41 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Media Alert: Registration Now Open For LGBT Youth Safety Net Conference</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=6600</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Registration Open For LGBT Youth Safety-Net Conference 

Registration is now open for *&quot;Creating A Safety-Net For LGBT Youth&quot;, a conference that kicks off a statewide collaborative effort among youth services providers in social services, health, education and juvenile justice committed to assurin]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 16:54:31 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Join Pride @ Work At The Hyatt Waikiki Strike</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=6595</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Join Pride @ Work At The Hyatt Strike

Pride At Work Hawaii (P@WH) will join its striking Hyatt sisters and brothers on the picket line at the Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort &amp; Spa (2424 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu). 

P@WH and Unite Here Local 5 are vocal advocates for LGBT equality and invites ]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 00:45:03 -0400</pubDate>
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			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=6585</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Registration Open For LGBT Youth Safety-Net Conference 

Registration is now open for *&quot;Creating A Safety-Net For LGBT Youth&quot;, a conference that kicks off a statewide collaborative effort among youth services providers in social services, health, education and juvenile justice committed to assurin]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2011 16:10:10 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Registration Now Open For LGBT Youth Safety Net Conference</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=6442</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Registration Open For LGBT Youth Safety-Net Conference 

Registration is now open for *&quot;Creating A Safety-Net For LGBT Youth&quot;, a conference that kicks off a statewide collaborative effort among youth services providers in social services, health, education and juvenile justice committed to assurin]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Aug 2011 14:54:02 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Keep The Momentum Going For LGBT Equality!</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[KEEP THE MOMENTUM GOING FOR EQUALITY!

Aloha!
2011 has given us many reasons to celebrate. But as we toast the landmark events of this year&apos;s legislative session, we are also reminded that there is more to do. WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT TODAY to help ensure we maintain this momentum into 2012. 

http]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2011 15:10:33 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Thank Rep. Hanabusa For Co-Sponsoring Immigration Equality!</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[REP. HANABUSA CO-SPONSORS IMMIGRATION EQUALITY

Rep. Colleen Hanabusa, Hawaii&apos;s representative in Congress for the 1st District, recently signed on as a co-sponsor of the Uniting American Families Act (UAFA) http://immigrationequalityactionfund.org/legislation/summaries/, a bill that would allow a]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2011 16:31:38 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Equality Hawaii Expands Board, Elects Officers</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=6066</link>
			<description><![CDATA[EQUALITY HAWAII WELCOMES NEW BOARD, OFFICERS

Equality Hawaii and Equality Hawaii Foundation started its 2011-2012 fiscal year with its largest board expansion to date, the election of new officers and some major structural changes.

Equality Hawaii Foundation - our 501(c)(3) education arm - sta]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2011 21:36:26 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Kaua&apos;i LGBT Labor Leadership Training</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[PRIDE AT WORK HAWAII TO HOST LGBT LABOR LEADERSHIP TRAINING ON KAUAI 

Pride At Work Hawaii, an affiliate of the Hawaii State AFL-CIO, is proud to present a three-hour, interactive LGBT labor leadership workshop on Kauai Sat., Aug. 27, from 9 a.m. to noon.

With the support of a grant from the M]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 20:55:58 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Thank Gov. Abercrombie For Signing The Safe Schools Bill</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[THANK GOV. ABERCROMBIE FOR SIGNING HB688

But Let State Leaders Know That Hawaii Is Far From Truly &apos;Safe Schools&apos; 

Today, Gov. Neil Abercrombie signed into law HB688, the &quot;safe schools bill&quot; addressing bullying and harassment in Hawaii&apos;s schools.

We applaud this attempt to provide our studen]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2011 16:51:17 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Volunteer Openings Still Available At The International Gay &amp; Lesbian Aquatics Championships!</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Volunteer Openings Still Available At The Gay &amp; Lesbian Aquatics Championships! 

Volunteer shifts for the 2011 International Gay &amp; Lesbian Aquatics (IGLA) Championships at the University of Hawaii Aquatics Complex are still available!

The championships opened strong Wednesday, featuring athlet]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2011 23:19:59 -0400</pubDate>
			<title> Equality Hawaii Congratulates New York On Its Marriage Victory</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Equality Hawaii Congratulates New York On Its Marriage Victory 


June 24, 2011

 

HONOLULU - Equality Hawaii, Hawaii&apos;s largest LGBT advocacy organization, congratulates New York on today&apos;s passage of legislation granting full marriage to same-sex couples.


After days of negotiation, New York&apos;s Re]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2011 23:06:18 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Media Alert: Equality Hawaii Congratulates New York On Its Marriage Victory</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Equality Hawaii Congratulates New York On Its Marriage Victory 


For Immediate Release: June 24, 2011
Media Contact: Donald L. Bentz &#8226; don@equalityhawaii.org &#8226; (808) 221-0799
 

HONOLULU - Equality Hawaii, Hawaii&apos;s largest LGBT advocacy organization, congratulates New York on today&apos;s passage]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2011 20:01:44 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Media Alert: LGBT Photo Exhibit To Show At Gallery On The Pali</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[HAWAII FAMILY PORTRAITS PHOTO EXHIBIT TO SHOW AT GALLERY ON THE PALI 

For Immediate Release: June 23, 2011
Media Contact: &quot;&quot;Donald L. Bentz &#8226; don@equalityhawaii.org [ mailto:don@equalityhawaii.org ] &#8226; (808) 221-0799 

HONOLULU - Hawaii Family Portraits, an award-winning photo exhibit showcasin]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 16:44:53 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Volunteer For The Interational Gay &amp; Lesbian Aquatics Championships In Hawaii!</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[VOLUNTEER AT THE INTERNATIONAL GAY &amp; LESBIAN AQUATICS CHAMPIONSHIPS! 

The 2011 International Gay &amp; Lesbian Aquatics (IGLA) Championships are coming to Oahu July 6 - 10 at the University of Hawaii Aquatics Complex. IGLA is committed to raising fund for Equality Hawaii and Life Foundation, and we a]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 03 Jun 2011 14:47:25 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Equality Hawai Update: Obama Appointee Visits Hawaii, Pride Parade &amp; More...</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[A BUSY MAY LEADS TO AN EVEN BUSIER JUNE FOR EQUALITY HAWAII

A meeting with leading, out Obama administration official, an award from the Association of Gay &amp; Lesbian Psychiatrists and the launch of extended tour for Hawaii Family Portraits tour marked the month of May and June shows no signs of l]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2011 07:25:01 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Media Alert: Hawaii Delegates to Participate in Invocation at National Media Conference of Faith Leaders for Equality</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[HAWAII DELEGATES TO DELIVER INVOCATION AT NATIONAL MEDIA CONFERENCE OF FAITH LEADERS

For Immediate Release: May 22, 2011
Media Contact: Paul Guerguirerre, Human Rights Campaign &#8226; paul.gueguierre@hrc.org &#8226; (202) 423-2860
Donald L. Bentz, Equality Hawaii &#8226; don@equalityhawaii.org &#8226; (808) 221-0799]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 04 May 2011 15:21:45 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Thank Gov. Abercrombie For Signing The Gender Identity Anti-Discrimination Bill</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=5053</link>
			<description><![CDATA[THANK GOV. ABERCROMBIE FOR SIGNING HB546

Gov. Neil Abercrombie made a strong statement about discrimination May 2 when he signed HB546 SD1, a bill that adds &quot;gender identity&quot; and &quot;gender expression&quot; to Hawaii&apos;s employment anti-discrimination laws. 

Say &apos;Mahalo&apos; Now: http://action.equalityhawai]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:42:37 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Big Equality Happenings Starting Sunday!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=4992</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Art For Equality Tonight! New LGBT Television Show To Debut May 1

The following are events produced for or by Equality Hawaii and Equality Hawaii Foundation. For a full listing of events, go to http://www.equalityhawaii.org/events.

* Sun., May 1: Art For Equality Closes
Noon - 8 p.m. Hula&apos;s B]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 24 Apr 2011 00:05:23 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Hawaii&apos;s Anti-Bullying Bill Needs You Today!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=4922</link>
			<description><![CDATA[THE THE EDUCATION CONFERENCE COMMITTEE THAT HAWAII STUDENTS NEED SAFE SCHOOLS 

Hawaii&apos;s anti-bullying and cyberbullying bill needs your help today.

After many amendments and hearings, HB688, a bill that would address bullying and cyberbullying has been referred to conference Mon., April 25, wh]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2011 23:32:08 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Gender Identity Employment Protection Bill Advances!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=4873</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Good news!

In a 45-4 vote, Hawaii&apos;s House of Representatives just agreed to Senate amendments to HB546, a bill that would add &quot;gender identity&quot; and &quot;gender expression&quot; to Hawaii&apos;s employment anti-discrimination laws. 

With this vote, the bill now heads to Gov. Neil Abercrombie for his consider]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 13 Apr 2011 16:34:14 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Thank The Legislators Who Supported Equality</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=4820</link>
			<description><![CDATA[THANK THE SENATORS WHO SUPPORTED HB546

Hawaii&apos;s Senate made a strong statement about discrimination April 12 when it passed HB546 SD1, a bill that adds &quot;gender identity&quot; and &quot;gender expression&quot; to Hawaii&apos;s employment anti-discrimination laws. 

SAY MAHALO NOW
http://action.equalityhawaii.org/p]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 10 Apr 2011 22:30:20 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Ask The Senate To Pass Employment Protections For Gender Identity</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=4781</link>
			<description><![CDATA[TELL THE SENATE TO PASS EMPLOYMENT PROTECTIONS FOR GENDER IDENTITY

A bill that would ban discrimination based on gender identity and expression in the workplace, HB 546, is on the schedule for a third - and final - vote before the full Senate Tues., April 12. 

We need you to write your senator]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 03 Apr 2011 17:32:56 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Equality Calendar: Gender Identity Bill Hearing, Solidarity Rally</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=4661</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Gender Identity Bill Hearing, Stand In Solidarity Rally On Monday At Capitol

The following are community events provided as an informational service. Members are encouraged to research voting records and/or position statements for events for candidates. Listing on this calendar does not imply end]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2011 16:03:31 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Testimony Needed For Senate Committee Hearing On Gender Identity Anti-Discrimination Bill</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=4633</link>
			<description><![CDATA[TESTIMONY NEEDED IN SUPPORT OF ENDING EMPLOYMENT DISCRIMINATION BASED ON GENDER IDENTITY 

A bill that would ban discrimination based on gender identity and expression in the workplace, HB 546, will be heard by the Judiciary &amp; Labor Committee (JDL) of Hawaii&apos;s Senate at a public hearing Mon., Apri]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 26 Mar 2011 19:37:01 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Media Alert: Hula&apos;s To Host Art For Equality</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=4558</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Hula&apos;s Bar &amp; Lei Stand To Host Art Auction To Benefit Equality Hawaii

For Immediate Release: March 26, 2011
Media Contacts: Dyan, Hula&apos;s Bar &amp; Lei Stand, (808) 375-8440; Donald L. Bentz, Equality Hawaii, (808) 221-0799

What: Art For Equality: An Art Fundraiser For Equality Hawaii 

Date: Fr]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2011 06:09:37 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>What We Accomplished For Equality Thanks To You...</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=4503</link>
			<description><![CDATA[WHAT WE ACCOMPLISHED THANKS TO YOU!

On behalf of the Equality Hawaii family, we thank you for your participation in our action alerts. 

We are grateful for your support. Our combined efforts paid off on Feb. 23, 2011, when we witnessed Gov. Neil Abercrombie&apos;s signing of SB 232, Hawaii&apos;s civil ]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2011 14:29:13 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Ask The House To Pass Employment Protections For Gender Identity</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=4190</link>
			<description><![CDATA[IT&apos;S TIME! PREPARE YOUR SENATE TESTIMONY!

Our efforts to bring civil unions to Hawaii in 2011 will begin when then Senate&apos;s Judiciary &amp; Labor Committee (JDL) hears public testimony on SB232, a bill relating to civil unions, at 10 a.m. in Conference Room 016. 

We need you to prepare your testim]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2011 23:05:20 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Media Alert: KCC To Display Portraits Of LGBT Families</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=4158</link>
			<description><![CDATA[PORTRAITS OF HAWAII LGBT FAMILIES TO EXHIBIT AT KAPI&apos;OLANI COMMUNITY COLLEGE 

Newly Expanded Exhibit Includes Families From Kauai, Maui and Oahu

For Immediate Release: March 1, 2011
Media Contacts: David Behlke (KCC), (808) 734-9374; Donald L. Bentz (Equality Hawaii Foundation), (808) 221-079]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2011 20:12:01 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Victory! Gov. Abercrombie for Signs Civil Unions Bill!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=4106</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Equality Hawaii, Human Rights Campaign Applaud Gov. Neil Abercrombie For Signing Civil Unions Law

Hawaii becomes 15th U.S. jurisdiction to provide same-sex couples equal rights under the law 

HONOLULU - Equality Hawaii, the state&apos;s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) civil ri]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2011 20:10:56 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Equality Hawaii, Human Rights Campaign Applaud Gov. Abercrombie for Signing Civil Unions Law</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=4103</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Equality Hawaii, Human Rights Campaign Applaud Gov. Neil Abercrombie For Signing Civil Unions Law

Hawaii becomes 15th U.S. jurisdiction to provide same-sex couples equal rights under the law 

For Immediate Release: Feb. 23, 2011 &#8226; Media Contacts: Donald L. Bentz, (808) 221-0799 &#8226; Tony Wagner, ]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 20 Feb 2011 23:43:40 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>House Committee To Hear Gender Identity/Expression Employment Discrimination Bill Tuesday</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=4067</link>
			<description><![CDATA[IT&apos;S TIME! PREPARE YOUR SENATE TESTIMONY!

Our efforts to bring civil unions to Hawaii in 2011 will begin when then Senate&apos;s Judiciary &amp; Labor Committee (JDL) hears public testimony on SB232, a bill relating to civil unions, at 10 a.m. in Conference Room 016. 

We need you to prepare your testim]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Feb 2011 05:55:40 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Media Alert: International Social Justice Advocate, Scholar To Lead Two UH Workshops</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=4043</link>
			<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL JUSTICE ADVOCATE, SCHOLAR TO LEAD UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII WORKSHOPS

For Immediate Release: Feb. 17, 2011&#8226; &quot;&quot;Media Contacts: Jeanne Iorio, (808) 744-4095 &#8226; Donald L. Bentz, (808) 221-0799 

HONOLULU &#8211; The internationally renown social justice advocate and distinguished scholar ]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Feb 2011 02:21:10 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Congratulations On A Glorious Day For Equality!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=4040</link>
			<description><![CDATA[A DOUBLE VICTORY FOR EQUALITY IN HAWAII!

Feb. 16 was a historic day for equality in Hawaii.

It started with the Senate&apos;s confirmation of The Hon. Sabrina McKenna to Hawaii&apos;s Supreme Court ... the second woman and first open lesbian named to our state&apos;s highest court. 

If watching Justice Mc]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:57:50 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Good News From Equality Hawaii, Human Rights Campaign</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=3979</link>
			<description><![CDATA[GOOD NEWS FROM EQUALITY HAWAII, HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN!

HONOLULU - Equality Hawaii, the state&apos;s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) civil rights organization, and the Human Rights Campaign, the nation&apos;s largest LGBT civil rights organization, today applauded the Hawaii legislatur]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:53:38 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Statement From Equality Hawaii, Human Rights Campaign</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=3976</link>
			<description><![CDATA[STATEMENT BY EQUALITY HAWAII, HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN ON PASSAGE OF CIVIL UNIONS IN HAWAII

For Immediate Release: Feb. 16, 2011 &#8226; Media Contacts: Donald L. Bentz, (808) 221-0799 &#8226; Tony Wagner, (202) 459-3298

HONOLULU - Equality Hawaii, the state&apos;s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 12 Feb 2011 17:00:13 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Ask Hawaii&apos;s Senate To Pass The Amended Civil Unions Bill</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=3942</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ASK HAWAII&apos;S SENATE TO PASS THE AMENDED CIVIL UNIONS BILL 

We are almost there! 

Hawaii&apos;s House of Representatives passed an amended civil unions bill (SB 232 SD1 HD1) Fri., Feb. 11, by a 31 - 19 vote, leaving the bill ONE VOTE away from Gov. Neil Abercrombie&apos;s desk.

We need you to write yo]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 11 Feb 2011 18:45:07 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Hawaii State House Approves Civil Unions Bill!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=3928</link>
			<description><![CDATA[HAWAII STATE HOUSE APPROVES CIVIL UNIONS BILL! 

Today was a great day for Hawaii as the Hawaii House of Representatives for passed SB 232 SD1 HD1 by a 31 - 29 vote! 

The bill provides that the equal rights and responsibilities of married couples in Hawaii be available to thousands of unmarried]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 11 Feb 2011 00:27:48 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Reminder: Final House Vote On Civil Unions Friday!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=3929</link>
			<description><![CDATA[HAWAII HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TO VOTE ON CIVIL UNIONS FRIDAY!

Just a reminder that Hawaii&apos;s House of Representatives will vote on SB 232, a civil unions bill, in the floor session beginning at noon on Friday, Feb. 11.

This will be the final vote in the House. If approved, the bill would then]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 09 Feb 2011 03:16:24 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Equality Calendar: Hearings, PBS Shows, Cupid&apos;s Night Out, Sen. Kidani Fundraiser</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=3744</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Mark Your Calendar: Hearings, PBS Shows, Cupid&apos;s Night Out, Sen. Kidani Fundraise

The following are community events provided as an informational service. Members are encouraged to research voting records and/or position statements for events for candidates. Listing on this calendar does not impl]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 09 Feb 2011 01:55:31 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Breaking News: House Committee Approves Civil Unions Bill!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=3796</link>
			<description><![CDATA[HOUSE COMMITTEE APPROVES CIVIL UNIONS BILL

Hawaii took another crucial step towards equality today as the Judiciary Committee of the Hawaii House of Representatives amended and then passed SB 232, a civil unions bill that provides equal rights and responsibilities of married couples in Hawaii, by]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 03 Feb 2011 02:13:25 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>House Committee Hearing On Civil Unions Coming Tuesday!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=3676</link>
			<description><![CDATA[PREPARE YOUR TESTIMONY FOR THE HOUSE HEARING! 

Hawaii will take the next step towards civil unions when the House Judiciary Committee (JUD) hears public testimony on SB232, a bill relating to civil unions, Tues., Feb. 8, at 2:15 p.m. in the auditorium.

We need you to prepare your testimony tod]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 30 Jan 2011 16:04:11 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Thank The Legislators Who Supported Equality</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=3622</link>
			<description><![CDATA[THANK THE LEGISLATORS WHO SUPPORTED EQUALITY 

Friday, Jan. 28, was a historic day for equality in Hawaii and we need you to thank the lawmakers who made it happen. 

The big news for the day: Hawaii&apos;s Senate passed SB 232, a civil unions bill, by a 19-6 vote. 

SAY &apos;MAHALO&apos; NOW
http://action]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 28 Jan 2011 17:34:38 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Breaking News: Civil Unions Bill Passes Hawaii&apos;s Senate!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=3602</link>
			<description><![CDATA[CIVIL UNIONS BILL PASSES HAWAII SENATE!

Today was a great day for equality as Hawaii&apos;s Senate passed SB 232, a civil unions bill, by a 19-6 vote.

The bill, which is identical to last session&apos;s HB 444 that was vetoed by Gov. Linda Lingle, provides that the equal rights and responsibilities of m]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 28 Jan 2011 17:33:33 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Media Alert: Equality Hawaii, Human Rights Campaign Applaud Senate Passage of Civil Unions</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=3601</link>
			<description><![CDATA[EQUALITY HAWAII, HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN APPLAUD SENATE PASSAGE OF CIVIL UNIONS

For Immediate Release: Jan. 28, 2011 &#8226; Media Contact: Donald L. Bentz, (808) 221-0799

HONOLULU - Equality Hawaii, the state&apos;s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) civil rights organization, and the H]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 28 Jan 2011 16:02:05 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>House Committee Passes Ban On Employment Discrimination Based On Gender Identity, Expression</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=3603</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Just a few moments ago, the Labor &amp; Public Employment Committee (LAB) of Hawaii&apos;s House of Representatives passed HB 546, a bill that prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity and expression as a public policy matter and specifically with regard to employment, by a 12-0 vote (three wi]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 18:56:49 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Tell Hawaii&apos;s Senate That It Is Time For Civil Unions</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=3591</link>
			<description><![CDATA[TELL HAWAII&apos;S SENATE THAT IT IS TIME FOR CIVIL UNIONS!

Hawaii&apos;s Senate will be hearing a civil unions bill extending equal protections, benefits and responsibilities to same-sex couples on Fri., Jan. 28, at 11:30 a.m.

We need you to write your Senator and the Senate leadership. Ask them to pas]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 25 Jan 2011 22:40:17 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Senate Committee Approves Civil Unions Bill!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=3582</link>
			<description><![CDATA[SENATE COMMITTEE APPROVES CIVIL UNIONS BILL

The Judiciary &amp; Labor Committee of Hawaii&apos;s Senate passed SB232, a bill granting equal rights, benefits and responsibilities to same-sex and opposite-sex couples, today with a 3-2 vote!


The victory came after a three-hour hearing ... a far cry from]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 22 Jan 2011 14:19:31 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Urgent: Senate Committee Hearing On Civil Unions On Tuesday!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=3532</link>
			<description><![CDATA[IT&apos;S TIME! PREPARE YOUR SENATE TESTIMONY!

Our efforts to bring civil unions to Hawaii in 2011 will begin when then Senate&apos;s Judiciary &amp; Labor Committee (JDL) hears public testimony on SB232, a bill relating to civil unions, at 10 a.m. in Conference Room 016. 

We need you to prepare your testim]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jan 2011 12:46:58 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Will You Help Us Make Civil Unions A Reality In 2011?</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=3486</link>
			<description><![CDATA[WE ARE ON THE BRINK OF MAKING HISTORY

With the 2011 legislative session opening Wed., Jan. 19, the horizon has never been brighter for the passage of a civil union bill. 

But we need your donation today to make it happen

https://equalityfederation.salsalabs.com/o/35008/t/462/p/salsa/donatio]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 18 Jan 2011 04:32:11 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Equality Hawaii Needs You! Important Updates For 2011!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=3466</link>
			<description><![CDATA[WE NEED YOU TO HELP US MAKE HISTORY!

With the Hawaii legislature opening on Wednesday, 2011 is shaping up to be a historic year for Hawaii&apos;s LGBT community.

But we need YOU to make it happen. 

Equality Hawaii has grown exponentially since its founding in 2007 and we - with the help of membe]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 16 Jan 2011 01:12:59 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Equality Calendar: Dr. MLK Day, Opening Day At The Legislature</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=3464</link>
			<description><![CDATA[EQUALITY CALENDAR

DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY PARADE, OPENING DAY AT HAWAII LEGISLATURE ON TAP THIS WEEK

The following are events and activities produced, hosted or sponsored by Equality Hawaii or Equality Hawaii Foundation. Unless otherwise indicated, forward information requests to info@equal]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 24 Dec 2010 12:02:37 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>&apos;Don&apos;t Ask, Don&apos;t Tell&apos; Repealed! Thank Hawaii&apos;s Leadership!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=3273</link>
			<description><![CDATA[HAPPY HOLIDAYS &amp; BEST WISHES FOR A NEW YEAR

The Equality Hawaii ohana wishes all our donors, volunteers and allies a happy holiday and new year. Thanks to you, it has been a historic year not only in Hawaii but a across the nation. 

Thanks to you, we have made unprecedented advances toward ach]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 18 Dec 2010 15:05:53 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>&apos;Don&apos;t Ask, Don&apos;t Tell&apos; Repealed! Thank Hawaii&apos;s Leadership!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=3218</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Thank Sens. Akaka &amp; Inouye: &apos;Don&apos;t Ask, Don&apos;t Tell&apos; Repealed!

Today is a proud moment for Hawaii&apos;s Senators, Daniel Inouye and Daniel Akaka. 

Thanks to their leadership and steadfast devotion to equality, &quot;Don&apos;t Ask, Don&apos;t Tell&quot; was just repealed by a 65-31 vote in the Senate. Dec. 18 became a]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 15 Nov 2010 17:10:34 -0500</pubDate>
			<title>Urgent: Calls Needed For &apos;Don&apos;t Ask, Don&apos;t Tell&apos; Now!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=2842</link>
			<description><![CDATA[&apos;Don&apos;t Ask, Don&apos;t Tell&apos; Repeal Needs You!

The push to repel the U.S. military&apos;s &quot;Don&apos;t Ask, Don&apos;t Tell&quot; policy has reached a fever pitch. And this week could make or break it.

Years of work could boil down to what happens this week. The Senate&apos;s &quot;lame duck&quot; session begins today ... our last, b]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 03 Nov 2010 18:42:45 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Equality Won In Hawaii Last Night</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[EQUALITY WON IN HAWAII LAST NIGHT

Equality was the big winner in Hawaii&apos;s general election last night. 

Hawaii voters not only elected Neil Abercrombie as governor, but voted in a pro-equality House and Senate for the 2011-2012 Legislature. 

This was a major statement as opponents of last y]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 03 Nov 2010 17:19:45 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Media Alert: Equality Hawaii Applauds Election Night Results</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[EQUALITY HAWAII APPLAUDS ELECTION RESULTS

For Immediate Release: Nov. 3, 2010 &#8226; Media Contact: Donald L. Bentz, (808) 221-0799

HONOLULU - Equality Hawaii, the state&apos;s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender advocacy organization, applauds Hawaii&apos;s 2010 general election results as pro-eq]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2010 00:51:46 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Tomorrow, Don&apos;t Forget To Make A Difference For Equality!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=2678</link>
			<description><![CDATA[MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR EQUALITY NOV. 2 

Tomorrow (Nov. 2), is one of the most important elections for equality in Hawaii&apos;s history ... and you wield the power to make a difference with your vote.

We need all supporters of equality to vote. If you have already voted, &quot;mahalo&quot; for doing your part]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 30 Oct 2010 14:28:15 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>The Clock Is Ticking For Equality...</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[FOUR CRUCIAL DAYS FOR EQUALITY

The clock is ticking on the future of equality in The Aloha State.

The countdown to the Nov. 2 general election is down to four days ... days that are critical for you to take action to ensure candidates that support equality are elected for the next legislative ]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 22 Oct 2010 03:52:15 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Is Equality Worth An Hour To You?</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[CAN YOU SPACE AN HOUR FOR EQUALITY?

Nov. 2 will go down in Hawaii LGBT history as a watershed day.

You wield incredible power in this election. Your vote, an hour of your time or a few dollars can go a long way to ensuring Hawaii is not conquered by forces hostile to LGBT people. 

Here are ]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 17 Oct 2010 22:27:39 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Equality Hawaii Action Fund Announces Hawaii General Election Endorsements</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=2147</link>
			<description><![CDATA[EQUALITY HAWAII ACTION FUND RELEASES ENDORSEMENTS FOR 2010 GENERAL ELECTION 

Equality Hawaii Action Fund (EHAF)&apos;s first round of endorsements for the 2010 general election are now out! 

The endorsements were based on candidates&apos; voting history, responses to EHAF surveys and personal interviews]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 17 Oct 2010 22:26:34 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Media Alert: Equality Hawaii Action Fund General Election Voter Guide &amp; Endorsements</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=2145</link>
			<description><![CDATA[EQUALITY HAWAII ACTION FUND RELEASES ENDORSEMENTS FOR 2010 GENERAL ELECTION 

Abercrombie/Schatz Lead Slate Of Pro-Equality Candidates On Nov. 2 Ballot 

For Immediate Release: Oct. 17, 2010 &#8226; Media Contact: Donald L. Bentz, (808) 221-0799 

HONOLULU - Equality Hawaii Action Fund (EHAF), a pol]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 10 Oct 2010 17:12:45 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Don&apos;t Forget To Join Us Tonight At Masquerade, Monday At Bambu Venu!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=2049</link>
			<description><![CDATA[MASQUERADE, &apos;8: THE MORMON PROPOSITION&apos; HIGHLIGHT NATIONAL COMING OUT DAY WEEKEND!

The following are events and activities produced, hosted or sponsored by Equality Hawaii or Equality Hawaii Foundation. Unless otherwise indicated, forward information requests to info@equalityhawaii.org.

* Sun.]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 06:16:42 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>This Weekend: Costumes, Coming Out &amp; Cinema!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=1974</link>
			<description><![CDATA[MASQUERADE, &apos;8: THE MORMON PROPOSITION&apos; HIGHLIGHT NATIONAL COMING OUT DAY WEEKEND!

The following are events and activities produced, hosted or sponsored by Equality Hawaii or Equality Hawaii Foundation. Unless otherwise indicated, forward information requests to info@equalityhawaii.org.

* Sun.]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 16:34:19 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Take The Pledge: Ensure Equality Wins Nov. 2!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=1925</link>
			<description><![CDATA[TAKE THE PLEDGE: HELP EQUALITY WIN!

Equality scored a major victory in the Sept. 18 primary. 

Every legislator who supported the civil union bill (HB444) won their primary. One legislator who voted against HB444 lost to a pro-equality challenger. 

But it is far from over. Only 34 percent of]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 04:21:02 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>We Need You To Help Elect Pro-Equality Candidates!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=1823</link>
			<description><![CDATA[THE FUTURE OF EQUALITY IS IN YOUR HANDS...

The Nov. 2 general election is one of the most crucial ballots our community has faced since the 1998 Constitutional amendment. 

The Sept. 18 primary was a jubilant day for justice and fairness in Hawaii. Every legislator who supported the civil union]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 12:10:02 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Join Us At Masquerade, Honolulu&apos;s Newest Halloween Experience</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=1826</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Equality Hawaii Foundation and Save The FoodBasket invite you to the inaugural Masquerade,  a Halloween experience on Sun., Oct. 10, at Oceans808 in Restaurant Row from 9 p.m. - 2 a.m.

Tickets: $20 in advance; $30 at the door. To view the e-vite or share with friends, visit www.equalityhawaii.org]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 19:15:11 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Act Now: Important Vote On &apos;Don&apos;t Ask, Don&apos;t Tell&apos; Tomorrow!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=1702</link>
			<description><![CDATA[TELL YOUR SENATOR TO REPEAL &apos;DON&quot;T ASK, DON&apos;T TELL!&apos;

An important vote on on the repeal of &quot;Don&apos;t Ask, Don&apos;t Tell&quot; is scheduled for tomorrow, Sept. 21.

WE NEED YOU TO ACT NOW: http://action.equalityhawaii.org/p/dia/action/public/?action_KEY=161

This is a critical vote. Sen. John McCain has ]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 23:19:34 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Equality Calendar: Join Us At Masquerade, Hawaii Family Portraits On Maui!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=1681</link>
			<description><![CDATA[EQUALITY CALENDAR

JOIN US FOR MASQUERADE, OUR HALLOWEEN BALL!

The following are events and activities produced, hosted or sponsored by Equality Hawaii or Equality Hawaii Foundation. Unless otherwise indicated, forward information requests to info@equalityhawaii.org.
 
*Sun., Oct. 10: Masquer]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 17 Sep 2010 06:23:31 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Saturday Is Your Last Chance To Vote For Equality!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=1668</link>
			<description><![CDATA[SATURDAY: YOUR LAST CHANCE TO VOTE FOR EQUALITY!

Saturday, Sept. 18, is your last chance to vote for equality. 

The race for Hawaii&apos;s governor is one of the most crucial elections our our community since the 1998 Constitutional amendment. Legislators that valiantly stood by your civil rights a]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2010 05:25:14 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>We Need You To Vote For Equality!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=1603</link>
			<description><![CDATA[WE NEED YOU TO VOTE FOR EQUALITY!

The Sept. 18 primary is a crucial date for Hawaii voters and the future of equality. 

The race for Hawaii&apos;s governor is one of the most critical elections our community has seen since the 1998 Constitutional amendment. Legislators that valiantly stood by your ]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 03 Sep 2010 19:20:18 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Equality Hawaii Action Fund Endorses Abercrombie For Governor, Releases Voter Guide</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=1464</link>
			<description><![CDATA[New Action Fund Supports Pro-Equality Candidates For Primary Elections

Equality Hawaii Action Fund Endorses Neil Abercrombie For Governor,
Recommends Pro-Equality Candidates In Sept. 18 Primary

For Immediate Release: Aug. 31, 2010 &#8226; Media Contact: Donald L. Bentz, (808) 221-0799

HONOLULU, ]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:33:54 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Equality Calendar: No Shame Conference, Reception With George Takei</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[EQUALITY CALENDAR

Japanese Conference, Reception To Feature George Takei* 

The following are events and activities produced, hosted or sponsored by Equality Hawaii or Equality Hawaii Foundation. Unless otherwise indicated, forward information requests to info@equalityhawaii.org.
 
Sun., Sept]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 31 Aug 2010 23:00:46 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Media Alert: Equality Hawaii Action Fund Endorses Abercrombie For Governor, Releases Voter Guide</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=1462</link>
			<description><![CDATA[New Action Fund Supports Pro-Equality Candidates For Primary Elections

Equality Hawaii Action Fund Endorses Neil Abercrombie For Governor,
Recommends Pro-Equality Candidates In Sept. 18 Primary

For Immediate Release: Aug. 31, 2010 &#8226; Media Contact: Donald L. Bentz, (808) 221-0799

HONOLULU, ]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 23 Aug 2010 20:23:16 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Equality Calendar: Neil Summer Jam &amp; Hunger Walk</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=1374</link>
			<description><![CDATA[EQUALITY CALENDAR: NEIL SUMMER JAM!

The following are community events provided as an informational service. Members are encouraged to research voting records and/or position statements for events for candidates. Listing on this calendar does not imply endorsement of the event, sponsoring organiz]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 14 Aug 2010 19:28:18 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Three Events For Equality This Weekend!</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=1281</link>
			<description><![CDATA[3 THINGS YOU CAN DO FOR EQUALITY THIS WEEKEND!

Opportunities for you to take action for equality abound this weekend!

The following are three actions that members can take to make a difference for equality. For a full listing of events, visit www.equalityhawaii.org/events.

* Sat., Aug. 14: ]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 11 Aug 2010 15:52:59 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Equality Calendar: A Night With Neil, NoH8 Photo Shoot</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=1219</link>
			<description><![CDATA[EQUALITY CALENDAR: A NIGHT WITH NEIL, NoH8

The following are community events provided as an informational service. Members are encouraged to research voting records and/or position statements for events for candidates. Listing on this calendar does not imply endorsement of the event, sponsoring ]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 09 Aug 2010 15:09:43 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Equality Hawaii Expands Board, Names Administrator</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=1217</link>
			<description><![CDATA[EQUALITY HAWAII EXPANDS BOARD, STAFF

Equality Hawaii and Equality Hawaii Foundation recently expanded their respective boards, named officers for the upcoming year and hired its first administrator.

At our annual elections earlier this month, Equality Hawaii and Equality Hawaii Foundation welc]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jul 2010 17:33:24 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Media Alert: Equality Hawaii Applauds Lawsuit</title>
			<link>http://action.equalityhawaii.org/o/35008/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=1069</link>
			<description><![CDATA[EQUALITY HAWAII APPLAUDS LAWSUIT

For Immediate Release: July 30, 2010 &#8226; Media Contact: Donald L. Bentz, (808) 221-0799

HONOLULU - Equality Hawaii, the state&apos;s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender advocacy organization, applauds the recent filing of a lawsuit by Lambda Legal, ACLU of ]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jul 2010 19:21:55 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>A Day That Will Live In Infamy</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[A DAY THAT WILL LIVE IN INFAMY

Tuesday, July 6, is a day that will live in infamy for Hawaii&apos;s LGBT community.

As we process the range of emotions that followed Gov. Lingle&apos;s veto of HB 444, Hawaii&apos;s civil unions bill, Equality Hawaii and its members must also take the time to reflect on how f]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:23:25 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Equality Calendar: July 25, 2010</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[EQUALITY CALENDAR

The following are events and activities produced or hosted by Equality Hawaii or Equality Hawaii Foundation. Unless otherwise indicated, forward information requests to info@equalityhawaii.org.

* Hawaii Family Portraits. Through Sept. 8. Kaua&apos;i Community College One Stop Cent]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jul 2010 06:07:34 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Express Your Outrage To Gov. Lingle!</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[EXPRESS YOUR OUTRAGE TO GOV. LINGLE!

On Tues., July 6, Gov. Linda Lingle did the unconscionable and vetoed Hawaii&apos;s civil unions bill ... the legislation that would have provided equal rights and responsibilities to all Hawaii families, regardless of sexual orientation.

SEND GOV. LINGLE A MESS]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 05 Jun 2010 15:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
			<title>Help Us Get Continue Getting The Civil Unions Message Out!</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[EQUALITY&apos;S WINDOW OF OPPORTUNITY IS CLOSING!

The window of opportunity for securing equality in Hawaii this year is closing, [[First_Name]], and we need your support.

Gov. Linda Lingle has until June 21 to place Hawaii&apos;s civil unions bill on the list of bills she intends to veto. If she does n]]></description>
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