We read that some bigoted readers of the Washington Post have been loudly cancelling their subscriptions after WaPo published in print and online an image of two men kissing in a story about marriage equality coming to DC.
Here at FoBoBlo.com, we’d like to make sure we don’t have such angry, hateful, bigots reading our blog either — so allow me to post some hate-be-gone from yesterday’s events.
(One of) The first Gay Couple to Marry in DC
James (Left) and Robb (Right)
The first male couple to be married in DC had a brief ceremony outside the DC Courthouse this morning just before 9 AM. Robb Hawthorne and James Betz, both Foggy Bottom residents and members of the GW community, tied the knot surrounded by friends, family, and supporters. (Edit: another ceremony for Jeremy Moon and Brian Legaspi occurred inside the courthouse simultaneously.)
While residents could apply last week, today was the first day same-sex couples could officially marry in DC.
The couple got to the courthouse not long after 3:30am this morning, and others began to gather soon after. Friends and supporters brought Krispy Kreme treats for anyone to enjoy, and others brought signs congratulating all those who were getting married today. Fortunately, hate-filled protesters didn’t arrive until later in the morning after the first ceremony — and since there were only two of them, they were easily ignored and pushed to the side by the many, many supporters there to celebrate equality, marriage, and love.
While being interviewed by the massive collection of reporters, the newly-weds were asked why it was so important to them to be the first to get married. James said that while they were happy and proud to be part of such an historic day, the most important aspect of today was simply that they were finally married — for them, today was about confirming and celebrating their love and commitment to one another.
We wish all the best to all of today’s newly-weds, and we’re especially proud of Robb and James for tying the knot and starting their married life right here in Foggy Bottom! CONGRATS!
(Full Disclosure: Robb and James are personal friends of mine, and I’m so happy for them!)
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We’re sure you know it already — all day today same-sex couples have been filing for marriage licenses. Despite the efforts of the disgraceful Marion Barry and other villainous foes, equality is underway in the nation’s capital! It’s a very happy day and we hope the news brings a smile to your face.
The best quote I’ve heard on the matter:
Marriage is like the U Street corridor of civil institutions: we gay people will move in and reinvent it so that no one has to think about why it was failing in the first place.
Congratulations to all of you who are getting married! We hope all your marriages are gay!
Temporary Metro fare hikes are in effect as of Sunday, raising the cost of your trip up to a dimes worth. That means yesterday was probably your first day travelling with the new rates. It’s unfortunate that the riders of Metro must bear this extra burden for a transit system that benefits everyone (would you drivers rather have us on the road with you at rush hour?)
While the current hike rates are only temporary they may signal permanent hikes in the half-dollar range come July.
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