"Having passed the Senate on Valentine’s Day and enveloped in a growing sense of public support, if not inevitability, the same-sex marriage bill should be approved by the House."
SouthtownStar ·Nation’s 42nd president issues statement supporting freedom to marry, cites country’s permanent mission of forming a ‘more perfect union’
Minnesota becomes 12th state extending freedom to marry, Illinois poised to become next state
"Somewhere in the Illinois House, we believe, there are at least five members who have yet to say it out loud but know in their gut that gay people should have the right to get married... And now, we hope they can see, is the time."
Chicago Sun-Times ·As Delaware Gov. signs marriage equality into law and Minnesota stands poised to become 12th state extending freedom to marry, all eyes are on Illinois
Musicians including Emmylou Harris and “Big Kenny” Alphin sign on to letter supporting Freedom to Marry
Georgia congressman and long-time activist supporting legislation extending marriage to same-sex couples, calls marriage “a basic human right”
Rhode Island, Delaware among states advancing bills extending the freedom to marry; momentum in Illinois continues to build.
"It is time for Illinois to join the states that recognize the value and dignity of equal rights for all committed couples."
Chicago Tribune ·Rep. Ken Dunkin urges General Assembly to Approve the Religious Freedom and Marriage Fairness Act
'The fight for freedom and equality encompasses all mankind.'
Chicago Sun Times ·"State Rep. Ed Sullivan Jr. of Mundelein said Sunday he will support a bill to allow gay marriage in Illinois, becoming the second House Republican to do so and first among leadership."
Chicago Tribune ·"Advocates of same-sex marriage in Illinois turned up the pressure on state lawmakers Thursday as a group of black Chicago-area clergy members cast their support, calling it a bold step forward for equality"
Associated Press ·Thirteen Chicago-area black pastors on Thursday voiced their support for gay marriage in Illinois, saying the issue is about civil rights and not about religion.
Chicago Sun-Times ·Pastors, Faith Leaders Call on General Assembly to Act Now in Approving the Religious Freedom and Marriage Fairness Act
