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Now Streaming on Netflix: ‘The Freedom to Marry’ – Watch Today!

Such exciting news to share: Starting this week, The Freedom to Marry is now available on Netflix! With just a few clicks and a Netflix subscription, you can stream the award-winning story of how the marriage movement swept the nation. Click here to watch the film for yourself now!

The Freedom to Marry has already played in 75 cities, played at dozens of film festivals, won 10 “Best Documentary” prizes, been translated into 10 languages, and has gotten rave reviews—from The Boston Globe to Entertainment Weekly. 

Now, we’re incredibly proud to bring this film to its largest audience yet: more than 29 million Netflix customers across the country! 

If you haven’t seen it already, this is your chance to finally see" the untold story of one of the most successful civil rights movements of our time.“ Stream The Freedom to Marry on Netflix today! 

One last thing. Since this is a film about a campaign and a movement - can we ask a favor? Would you please help spread the word about this film? Also, once you’ve seen this film for yourself, would you please take a moment and review it on Netflix, so other Americans can hear your voice? 

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To every transgender person – you are loved. You are supported. You have millions beside you.

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While opponents of the freedom to marry urge President Trump to roll back the freedom to marry, the reality is that this is settled opinion and settled law – just ask these political leaders, including Attorney General Sessions, Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch, and President Trump himself: http://bit.ly/2tMmCIg #LoveIsTheLaw

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All weekend long we're celebrating the happy anniversary of the Supreme Court affirming the freedom to marry nationwide, a victory four decades in the making. Will you join us? Just share your favorite photos and memories using the hashtag #LoveIsTheLaw – on Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Instagram and more! Can't wait to see the celebrations: http://bit.ly/2sN3UR0

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This is what we’re working toward! A federal law prohibiting discrimination and guaranteeing equal treatment for all LGBTQ people in the United States – including transgender people. Canadian lawmakers, after many years, have passed a bill expanding non-discrimination laws to transgender people. Now it’s time for the United States to follow suit!

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TODAY: The Freedom to Marry Hits Video On Demand!

Starting now, The Freedom to Marry – the stunning story of one of the greatest civil rights movements of our time – is available to download via Video On Demand platforms across the Internet, in dozens of countries!

Check it – and rent this must-see story detailing the movement that secured marriage nationwide:

Download on iTunes (Rent or Buy)

Watch on Amazon Video (Rent or Buy)

Watch with Google Play (Rent or Buy)

Over the last year, The Freedom to Marry has toured the world - screening in more than 40 cities, playing at two dozen film festivals, racking up 8 “Best Documentary” prizes and winning rave media reviews, including being selected for the “Must List” at Entertainment Weekly.

Now, you don’t have to wait for the film to come to your city – you can download it today and watch from the comfort of your own home! With just the click of a button, get a front-row insider’s seat to the historic triumph, nail-biting drama and heroes behind the movement that transformed the nation.

So don’t wait! Get the award-winning film, The Freedom to Marry, delivered to your home with one click! Check out the links above.

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One of the key battlegrounds in the fight for LGBT rights is the local political arena. 

This week, five Mayors from across the United States join us for a Tumblr Issue Time to answer your questions on the ways that they’re promoting and protecting LGBT rights in their cities. 

ASK THEM A QUESTION!

Mayor Ed Lee • San Francisco, CA

The first Chinese-American mayor in the history of San Francisco, Edwin M. Lee is one of the founding members of Mayors Against Discrimination (MAD). In 2016, Mayor Lee appointed Theresa Sparks as the Mayor’s Senior Advisor on Transgender Initiatives, becoming the first city in the nation to have a position dedicated to advancing the rights of and creating policies for the transgender community.

Mayor Jess Herbst • New Hope, TX

Jess Herbst is the mayor of New Hope, Texas and the first openly transgender mayor in Texas history. A lifelong Texan, Herbst has called New Hope her home for nearly 20 years and served on town council for several years, beginning in 2013. She publicly announced that she is transgender in January 2017 following a long journey of self-realization and is a proud member of Mayors Against LGBT Discrimination.

Mayor Jorge Elorza • Providence, RI

Mayor Jorge O. Elorza was born in Providence and grew up in the city’s West End.  In 2010, he was appointed to the Providence Housing Court, where he served until 2013. Mayor Elorza was elected as Providence’s 38th Mayor and took office in 2015 and is focused on turning Providence around by creating economic opportunity for all, public services that work for everyone and innovative, ethical City government.

Mayor John Dennis • West Lafayette, IN

Mayor Dennis was born in Japan and moved to West Lafayette with his family as a young child, where he was raised and educated.  Upon graduation from Indiana State University, where he received his bachelor and master degrees, Mayor Dennis worked for a period of time in California, where he met his wife Mary.  Mayor Dennis, upon his return to West Lafayette, joined the Lafayette Police Department, staying with LPD for 23 years, retiring as Deputy Chief of Police.

Mayor William Peduto • Pittsburgh, PA

Mayor Peduto took office as Pittsburgh’s 60th Mayor in January of 2014. One of his first orders of business as Mayor was to sign on to the Mayors for Freedom to Marry campaign and Why Marriage Matters Pennsylvania. Mayor Peduto has formed an LGBTQIA+ Task Force, created the position of LGBTQIA+ Liaison within the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police, been an active member of Mayors Against LGBT Discrimination, and celebrated marriage equality following the SCOTUS decision on same sex marriage by uniting 19 same sex couples during a group wedding ceremony during Pittsburgh PRIDE. 

Our panel of Mayors will begin answering your questions on Tuesday April 11. 

ASK THEM A QUESTION!

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We’re thrilled today to announce the #EveryoneWelcome campaign with @allycoalition, @athleteally, @glaad, Trans Latin@ Coalition, Trans People of Color Coalition, and Trans United Fund. Through this campaign, we’re working to elevate voices of people nationwide calling for full transgender non-discrimination protections in ALL public spaces. Join us by filming a short video and posting online – and check out the full campaign: www.everyonewelcomelgbt.tumblr.com. @everyonewelcomelgbt

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Many transgender young people today are hurting by the terrible message sent tonight by the Trump Administration, which rescinded existing guidance that helped public schools navigate questions of basic dignity for transgender students, including pronouns and proper restroom access. We urge every transgender student to understand that millions of Americans support them, will continue to speak out for them, and will fight for them. Reblog to spread the word.

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The new documentary ‘The Freedom to Marry,’ which in part follows the campaign to win marriage nationwide, is coming to a city near you! Check out the full list at http://www.freedomtomarrymovie.com/schedule!

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Big news: The United States Supreme Court has announced that it will hear a historic case on transgender equality on March 28, just a few weeks from today! Take a look at the important case, brought by the ACLU: http://bit.ly/2jH5pi6 

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#ThanksObama for all you’ve done to advance equality for transgender people – let’s keep pushing forward together.

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This weekend U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry positioned protections for transgender people as a matter of both moral and foreign policy importance: “Transgender persons deepen our diversity, broaden our communities, and strengthen the values we cherish. When all persons reach their full human potential, free from fear, intimidation, and violence, nations become more just, secure and prosperous.” Read the full statement: http://bit.ly/2ge8AJp

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It’s Bisexual Awareness Week – a week when we honor and recognize the unique contributions – and challenges – that bisexual people face! It’s important to remember that some LGBT people are both bisexual and transgender – and they face unique discrimination based on both their sexual orientation and gender identity. It’s time to educate more people about the LGBT community – and secure full comprehensive non-discrimination protections for all! Reblog if you’re with us, and check out http://bistories.org!

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In an extreme ruling, a Texas judge has sided with anti-LGBT plaintiffs and their vendetta to roll back basic protections for transgender students. Make no mistake – this single order will be appealed, and we will continue our vital work to educate more Americans about why everyone should be treated fairly. We stand strong together against this blatant attack on transgender lives – please share this to join us: bit.ly/2b9sIy4

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The Freedom to Marry Screens on "Take Action Day" at the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival

Last Friday, July 29, at the famed Castro Theatre in San Francisco, we were proud to present The Freedom to Marry as an official selection of the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival, what many consider to be the most important Jewish film festival in the world.

The documentary was screened as part of SF JFF 36’s “Take Action Day,” a daylong program focused on social justice films in spirit of the Jewish value of Tikkun Olam – “repairing the world.”

The panel following our screening on Friday afternoon was moderated by award-winning filmmaker Susan Stern and featured our director Eddie Rosenstein, Andrea Shorter of Out & Equal, Ruth McCarlane of The National Center for Lesbian Rights, Matt Foreman of the Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund, and Jo Michael of Equality California.

The panel discussion centered on the many troubling developments in the past year of the LGBT movement – including the introduction of 200+ anti-LGBT laws in 34 states; the violence that threatens transgender people each day; and the tragedy at an LGBT nightclub in Orlando in June.

The Freedom to Marry’s producer and director Eddie Rosenstein, who has screened one other film at the SF JFF, reflected on the inspiring panel this week. He said:

“The breadth and quality of the films at the festival was wildly impressive, and we had a great screening. When the lights came up, I couldn’t see a dry eye anywhere. Then, rather than a standard Q&A, SFJFF had the fantastic idea to host a panel discussion where LGBT leaders in the Bay area joined me on stage to talk about the future goals of the movement. It’s difficult, in the current political environment to know what will be the key challenges after the election. The strategies would differ wildly, depending on whether Trump or Clinton wins. But also clear is that although it’s now legal to marry the person you choose anywhere in America, discrimination against LGBTQ people continues to present extraordinary challenges.”

Rosenstein continued:

“The panelists and audience members referenced the hard-fought campaign for marriage made clear in our film, and discussed how other LGBT battles can leverage the momentum and lessons from the marriage victory. I’m humbled to have been a part of it and watch as the audience wasn’t just entertained by the film – but also inspired to keep up the fight.”

The Freedom to Marry also screens at the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival on Wednesday, August 3. Click here to check out all of the film festivals where we’ll be screening in the next few months.

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Last night at the Democratic National Convention, President Barack Obama heralded our nation's tremendous victory for the freedom to marry. In our film, we capture how this great win happened, with all of its twists and turns and the human drama inherent in the fight. Check out the documentary's trailer here: http://bit.ly/2aq9QZS