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US: War with the Newt?

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:11:49 PST

As the US Republican nominee race continues, it is now almost down to two main contenders- former US House of Representatives speaker Newt Gingrich and former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney. But is Rick Santorum making a comeback?

Failed states and the plight of lgbt inhabitants

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:40:00 PST

Why are so many of the world's LGBT crisis hotspots 'failed states?' How did they get that way, and what does the term mean? Moreover, why are the situations of their LGBT (and other) inhabitants often so desperate?

Antisoliciting Bill, Take Three?

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:41:52 PST

"As I have said before in this column, LGBT Aucklanders and others should oppose this injurious and retrograde bill," Craig Young writes. Finds out why he feels so strongly about it here.

Hungarian Malaise?

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:27:45 PST

According to the Economist, Hungary's new Fidesz government is controversial for reasons beyond its pre-emptive same-sex marriage ban and constitutional rollbacks.

Adoption: Edging Glacially Toward Reform?

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:49:34 PST

How close might the legalised adoption of children by same-sex couples in New Zealand be?

Europe and LGBT Rights

Sat, 31 Dec 2011 20:49:45 PST

In the UK, the Cameron administration has found itself on the wrong side of its EU partners. But is it out of step with LGBT opinion?

The Amphibian versus the Mormon?

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:17:36 PST

In 2012, it is the turn of the United States to go to the polls. But despite the spasmodic US economy, it is highly likely that Barack Obama might win a second term of office. Why is this, and what are the implications for the US LGBT community?

Grant Robertson and "Identity Politics"

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 18:33:43 PST

So, Grant Robertson is in the running for Labour's deputy leadership after the departure of Annette King from that position. But is Robertson gay or "post-gay?"And what are the boundaries of LGBT politics anyway?

Buddha Wept: LGBT Rights in Burma

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 09:16:42 PST

Rainbow Wellington has criticised the Key administration for its negligence and apathy over international LGBT and other human rights issues. Burma/Myanmar is one particular area of serious concern.

Clearing the Debris: Election Summary

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 12:44:37 PST

Well, the election is over. What now? Craig Young takes a look at the results.

United Kingdom: Spending Cuts Don't Heal

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 14:08:23 PST

With indications that we may be in for further public sector service and spending cuts here in New Zealand, how have some UK LGBT organisations dealt with this?

Vote 11: Meet your glbt candidates

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 11:21:12 PST

We count 16 out candidates in this weekend's General Election, seven of whom are almost guaranteed seats in Parliament, and a couple of others who have a chance at nabbing one.

For want of a nail?

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 12:02:09 PST

The Key/Banks tea date doesn't seem to have panned out how its participants wanted. But are our communities particularly missing something?

Candidate Q&A: Charles Chauvel

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 11:43:08 PST

Here is Labour's Ohariu candidate Charles Chauvel.

Triangulation Games?

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 11:14:52 PST

"Earlier, I defined the Key administration as one of 'inertial conservatism.' How does that work in practice?" Craig Young explains.

Virtuous Circles?

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:10:41 PST

"Labour and the Greens probably have the inside running for most New Zealand LGBT votes, and for good reason- beyond the obvious reasons," Craig Young writes.

Conservative Party - National's Little Helpers?

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 12:44:33 PST

Should we be worried about the new fundamentalist microparty known as the Conservative Party? Perhaps.

Stealth, Silence and the "Wild Blues"

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 11:18:13 PST

Has the National Party steadily lost its extremist religious social conservative elements since the mid-eighties? Where have they all gone?

Dear Murray ...

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 10:21:25 PST

Rainbow Wellington writes to Murray McCully following New Zealand's apparent silence on the issue of glbt rights in the Commomwealth at CHOGM, expressing its dismay and asking for an explanation.

Capital Gains Tax: Good for LGBT Communities

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 10:19:28 PST

Craig Young believes we should support a capital gains tax over asset sales. He explains why.