Showing posts with label Stereotypes. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Stereotypes. Show all posts

Friday, December 7, 2012

Picture(s) of the Day: Marriage Equality in Washington State


I know this picture has been everywhere, but that's because it should be. Congratulations to Larry Duncan and Randy Shepherd on their marriage this weekend. Keep busting those stereotypes, boys! I'd have sworn it was Jackie and Dunlap from Red State Update!

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These Men Are Officially, Wonderfully The Face Of Marriage Equality In Washington State
You've probably seen this picture already. It's of 56-year old Larry Duncan and 48-year old Randy Shepherd receiving their marriage license in Washington State this morning.
Photographer Meryl Shenker snapped it and, as the photo became an internet sensation, told Seattle PI she focused on the men because she wanted to challenge stereotypes. She did her job well, and we should all be grateful. . .

Read more: TowleRoad

UPDATE: And this, via Facebook

Today, the first marriage licenses were issued in Washington. Jane and Pete-e were the first same-sex couple to receive a license. Click "like" and share this photo to congratulate all the happy couples. Via Freedom to Marry.
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