Author: Melanie Nathan

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No thanks needed …the work goes on and our community thanks is our community’s help- Call your reps in support of Immigration Reform and UAFA!

June 8, 2009

Shirley, Jay & Melanie,  I wanted to drop you a quick note and thank you, so much, for joining us in Washington last week and for all of your amazing efforts on behalf of Immigration Equality.  The past week was the most momentous in our country’s history for binational couples, and you were all an … More No thanks needed …the work goes on and our community thanks is our community’s help- Call your reps in support of Immigration Reform and UAFA!

Press Conference Rep Mike Honda introduces Bill for Immigration Reform

June 6, 2009

A Press conference in D.C. on Thursday was attended by Shirley Tan and her family when Mike Honda introduced the  Reuniting Families Act. This legislation would, inter alia,  extend to “permanent partners” the same naturalization rights accorded to spouses under the bill, allowing gay and lesbian Americans to seek legal residency for their immigrant same-sex partners. Although … More Press Conference Rep Mike Honda introduces Bill for Immigration Reform

Shirley Tan, Melanie Nathan, Jay Mercado leaving the PLaza D.C. For the hearing.

June 5, 2009

   Before we headed out to the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing. The Tan Mercado family was all spruced up and ready to testify. They were not nervous, just willing to take care of business. Shirley testified with a bravery rarely seen. I met Shirley when she had mere weeks to her deportation and the moment … More Shirley Tan, Melanie Nathan, Jay Mercado leaving the PLaza D.C. For the hearing.

Senator Jeff Sessions – it is more than words – UAFA reporting from D.C. Shirley Tan et al,

June 4, 2009

QUOTE: ANDREW SULLIVAN -“The premise of the marriage waiver – and of all immigration law in the US – is that tearing families or married couples apart should be avoided at all costs. But bi-national gay married couples now have to face exactly that choice between spouse and country that the US has always avoided. … More Senator Jeff Sessions – it is more than words – UAFA reporting from D.C. Shirley Tan et al,

Senator Sessions, UAFA – a man about hate…..

June 3, 2009

Julian Bond of NAACP testifies with Shirley Tan, Chris Nugent, Gordon Stewart at the behest of Senator Patrick Leahy -Melanie Nathan reports from UAFA hearing in D.C. Senatoir Jeff Sessions is a racist, a woman hater and now he is the ranking GOP member on the Senate Judiciary Committee…see Videos Of Tan hearing and Rachel MAddow … More Senator Sessions, UAFA – a man about hate…..

THANK YOU MR. PRESIDENT

June 1, 2009

Dear President Obama,

Thank you for standing up to your campaign promise. Your proclamation today was a gratifying first step. See PDF-
have a client who recently committed suicide while his “husband” was in ICE detention. He was an MD, it was such a waste but he could not stand the pain.

Thank you for your compassionate consideration.

polldaddy poll=1507000 … More THANK YOU MR. PRESIDENT

n Virginia, The Air is different and the weather is hopeful for UAFA-Uniting American Families Act

May 31, 2009

About being in Reston, VA, so close to the HILL… Capitol Hill, D.C. It is as if I feel the political energy, almost like a different air to breathe, one that requires aclimation- that said, I want to thank everyone who sent me emails and the Tan Mercado family cards, notes, emails of encouragement and … More n Virginia, The Air is different and the weather is hopeful for UAFA-Uniting American Families Act

Become a fan on facebook – Send President Obama a FLIP FLOP postcard

May 28, 2009

Asking our PREZ not to flip flop on his promise to eradicate DOMA. Defense of Marriage Act – TIme up for  second class citizen sour tatus – the unconscienable and excruciating changes to constitutions the theft  of our inherent rights; the money that funds confusion engendered by dishonest advertisements, of the self proclaimed religious, the claimed ownership of … More Become a fan on facebook – Send President Obama a FLIP FLOP postcard

Breaking Shirley Tan Invited to UAFA Hearing

May 27, 2009

By Melanie Nathan – Breaking – Today,  1.30 PM. Senator Leahy , (D-VT) extended an invitation to Shirley Tan to testify at the UAFA hearing on June 3rd before the Senate Judiciary Committee.  Shirley Tan, her wife Jay and their twelve year old twinsons, together with ‘yours truly’  will be traveling next week to DC for the hearings … More Breaking Shirley Tan Invited to UAFA Hearing

May 26, 2009

 California Supreme Court ruling on Proposition 8 Statement from California Democratic Party Chairman John Burton : “Today’s decision, while heartbreaking, doesn’t end the historic struggle for marriage equality. It renews our dedication to making sure all California families can again enjoy the dignity, commitment and responsibility of marriage. I commend the California Supreme Court for … More

Decision Day Prop 8 Breaking News Marriage Ban is upheld

May 26, 2009

10.50 am I am gratified my marriage is considered valid, but I am heartbroken by the ruling and how it impacts our gay and lesbian brothers and sisters, and of course their families.  I can only say to those families that still want to marry, you have the committment of the 18,000 to continue the … More Decision Day Prop 8 Breaking News Marriage Ban is upheld

Tonight the fate of our marriage, albeit decided, hangs in my psychological balance….

May 25, 2009

JULY 27, 2008 – May, 26, 2009 WHAT IS IT GOING TO BE – ?  “R.I.P MARRIAGE” – THE DEATH OF MY MARRIAGE BY THE VOICE OF CALIFORNIA, ENDORSED BY THE BENCH?  OR “HAPPY ANNIVERSARY HONEY” –   MARRIED TEN  MONTHS” –  BY ORDER OF COURT! Marriage Equality   Join us on the Steps of the Court 400 McAllister, … More Tonight the fate of our marriage, albeit decided, hangs in my psychological balance….

On this memorial day we remember our fallen Lesbian and Gay

May 25, 2009

  On this day we remember our LGBT brothers and sister who were brave enough to serve in the Military, Navy, Army with the added burden of “dont ask, dont tell.” Your selfless willingness to die for a Country that has failed you on the very principal for which you fought. You are all true American … More On this memorial day we remember our fallen Lesbian and Gay

PLEASE VISIT PAGE on UAFA HEARINGS

May 23, 2009

Through enormouse demand I have dedicated a page to the process and procedures involved in these Hearings.  Please feel free to comment on your ideas and what you plan on doing. https://oblogdeeoblogda.wordpress.com/uafa-hearings On June 03, 2009, the Senate Judiciary Committee will hold a hearing on Uniting American Families Act (UAFA) and for the first time … More PLEASE VISIT PAGE on UAFA HEARINGS

Another Breaking News…. UAFA – Senator Leahy

May 22, 2009

10. 41 AM PDT ;  Senator Leahy’s office announced today that there will be a hearing in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee regarding Uniting American Families Act (UAFA).  Please stay tuned.      Scheduled for June 03, 2009 in D.C. I will be travelling to DC to attend.                                                                                            NOTICE OF COMMITTEE HEARING The Senate Committee on the Judiciary … More Another Breaking News…. UAFA – Senator Leahy

Nominated for a whole week by Lezgetreal.com

May 19, 2009

Thanks for the honor! Featured Lesbian of The Week: Melanie Nathan Tagged with: advocates of justice    lesbian activists    lesbian owned    LGBT immigration    LGBT Legal    real lesbians    Shirley Tan Melanie Nathan, B.A. LL.B, practiced law in South Africa until immigrating to the US in 1985. She is the founding CEO of PRIVATE COURTS a consulting firm specializing in conflict resolution, mediation for family … More Nominated for a whole week by Lezgetreal.com

President Obama Tackles Notre Dame

May 17, 2009

Melanie Nathan, opining: President Barack Obama, today delivered a brilliant speech to the 2009 graduating class at Notre Dame.  He is an consumate strategist;  he used the conflict surrounding his presence as an opportunity to explain the importance of opening the door to  fair mindedness, and the need for open hearts and minds to effectuuate dialogue. His   ‘tackle-it-head-on” … More President Obama Tackles Notre Dame