Several months ago, Daniel Allen (shown right) found himself the target of bioterrorism charges, accused of attempting to initiate a biological attack on his neighbor. The weapon of choice? — His teeth. In an altercation with his neighbor, Winfred Fernandis Jr., Allen bit him on the lip. Upon...

The following article was not written by an of the volunteers associated with Speak Equal. This letter to the editor was written by a Flint resident, and published first via the Flint Journal. Voice: Kristen Fedeli, Flint It is official, gay and lesbian individuals gained their equal rights once again....

If you have ever uttered the words, “I wish there was something I could do,” — we have JUST the solution for you! Congress is currently on recess, which means our representatives are exactly where we want them — AT OUR FINGERTIPS! Take five minutes out of your day to call Rep....

Wayne State University Law Professor Robert Sedler discusses his research of the Michigan Supreme Court over a 10 year period. Find out why he thinks the Court would be better served without Justice Bob Young.

HOLLAND — Influential alumni are lining up against Hope College policies they claim shun homosexuality on campus and create an unwelcome environment for faculty, students and guests. The alumni group — formed in the wake of the college rejecting Academy Award-winning screenwriter Dustin Lance...

Background You may be asking yourself, what exactly is “HB 4192,” and that’s okay, because up until about a year ago when Speak Equal was first born, many of us who are now supporting this effort were asking the same question. So, before we launch into an in-depth discussion of HB...

The Detroit Free Press reported today, the heart-breaking story of a jilted mother frantically fighting for the right to see the children she has supported and loved unconditionally. According to a study conducted by the UCLA School of Law, more than 22,000 same-sex couples lived in Michigan in 2007,...

Elton John is to appear live in Grand Rapids in April. Although no stranger to Michigan, this will be the first time in eleven years that Elton has played a concert in Grand Rapids. The concert will take place on Saturday, April 24, 2010, 8PM at the Van Andel Arena. Elton and his band will perform their...

This past week was absolutely AMAZING! Marriage equality has finally come to our nation’s capital! Now, of course we’re all counting down the days until it actually penetrates those tall, thick walls and becomes something everyone in our country, no matter their sexual orientation or gender...

According to a recent study conducted by the American Public Health Association, gays and lesbian who live in intolerant states (ahem, such as Michigan), are more prone to depression. Researchers report that gay people who live in states prohibiting legal recognition for same-sex couples are: 248.2%...