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Germany’s Cabinet Approves Ban on «Conversion Therapy»
On Wednesday, December 18, the Cabinet of Germany – the country’s chief executive body consisting of Chancellor Angela Merkel and the cabinet of ministers – approved a draft bill banning advertising and offering of «conversion therapy» practices to change, suppress, or divert one’s sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
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Germany finally says Ja – Bundestag votes for marriage equality!
It’s official – marriage equality is about to become a reality in Germany.
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Champagne corks pop in Berlin, as activists celebrate same-sex marriage victory
Gay and lesbian activists waving rainbow flags cheered in joyful celebration Friday as Germany’s parliament legalised same-sex marriage, a victory in a decades-old rights struggle.
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German Chancellor Angela Merkel signals change in stance on gay marriage
Chancellor’s party has resisted calls for same-sex marriage to be legalised but she says MPs should have free vote on matter.
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Germany’s Social Democrats fight to pass same-sex marriage bill before election
Chancellor Angela Merkel’s biggest rivals in the upcoming national election in September are set to put pressure on her conservative party to pass same-sex marriage ahead of the vote.