"We were asked how to report about same-sex couples who call themselves 'husband' and 'wife.' Our view is that such terms may be used in AP content if those involved have regularly used those terms ('Smith is survived by his husband, John Jones') or in quotes attributed to them. Generally AP uses couples or partners to describe people in ... [Read]

"It was absolutely thrilling last year to walk down the street. But this year -- to be able to march in uniform -- wow! I'm speechless." Openly gay Air Force Officer Joanna Gasca, who has been given permission, along with several hundred other active duty troops, to march in San Diego's Gay Pride Parade in full uniform. Last year, the ... [Read]