- A lesbian couple from Englewood, CO, are the first to legally challenge Colorado's recently passed constitutional ban on same-sex marriage. Their motion claims the amendment violates their constitutional right to equal protection. The couple's lawyer says, “The American system does not allow for the tyranny of the majority. Marriage is a fundamental right, which should be for all Coloradans, not just some Coloradans.” The 2006 ballot initiative that allowed Coloradans to vote on the issue, passed by 55 percent. Nine states offer benefits to same-sex couples, and 26 states have constitutional bans on same-sex couples.
- President Bush has signed the $167 billion economic stimulus package. Checks are expected to be sent in May, with rebates of up to $600 for individuals and $1,200 for couples, plus $300 for each child. Rushed through both houses of Congress in record time, Bush said of the plan, "we have come together on a single mission, and that is to put the people's interest first."
- Iran's president, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, is planning a historic visit to neighboring Iraq. The trip will be the first ever by an Iranian leader, and marks improving relations between the countries following their eight-year war in the 1980s and the fall of Saddam Hussein's regime. The two countries are set to talk about "bi-lateral relations and joint projects."
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It will be very interesting to see how the meeting between Iran and Iraq plays out and what actually gets discussed. Additionally, how much influence the US has in the discussions....
1I agree Icterp! That Iranian monster I mean President scares me. He is against democracy and freedom.
2Here is a question about the stimulus package...I know what to expect for each child we have and based on my husband's income...but when it says up to $1,200.00 per couple, is that per working couple or just those that file jointly on taxes...I know several stay at home moms that say they will be highly offended if the government doesn't consider what they do as work...anyone know?
3its for those who have filed jointly
4I'll be posting more about the specifics of the stimulus package tomorrow, so stay tuned!
5I can't wait to stimulate my package with a $600 vibrating egg!
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