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based on sexual orientation. It was considered a toned-down version of 1992’s Measure 9. 1995 © Lt. Richard P. Watson tests the military’s “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy by filing an injunction to stop his honorable discharge from the U.S. Navy. Watson, an instructor at the Reserve Offi cer Training Corps at Oregon State Universi ty, gave written notice in 1994 that he is gay. Dinner. By year’s end, the organization changes its name to Right to Pride. © A Multnomah County judge rules in favor of the plaintiffs in Tanner vs. OHSU, which seeks domestic partner health benefits for same-sex couples. The ruling is appealed. Tor Our 1997 House © Our House of Portland celebrates 10 years of service to the HIV and AIDS commu nity. 1993 © Save Our Communities Political Action Committee fonns to counter the O C A ’s on going anti-gay efforts. © In December, the American Basketball League, a women’s professional basketball league, folds and leaves fans wondering what to do without the Portland Power. © The O C A sponsors anti-gay ballot mea sures in cities and counties throughout the state. On June 29, the O C A picks up six wins in the cities of Canhy and Junction City, as well as Josephine, Douglas, Linn and Klamath counties. By March 1994, the O C A gathers 20 wins despite a state law that bars cities and counties from enforcing the local anti-gay measures. © The Portland City Council adopts a reso lution forbidding discrimination on the basis of gender identity. 1999 D'97 POR LESBIAN • CAY • BISEXUAL • TRANSCENDER (g X ffir* PRIDE PAR ADE & F E S T I V A L ©cweaeoo 1994 © A record number of gay, lesbian and bisexual candidates are on the Oregon primary ballot. The candidates include Gail Shihley, Cynthia Wooten, Jerry Keene, George Eigh- mey, Chuck Carpenter, Fred Neal, and judges David Gemant and Janice Wilson. © Even though it’s illegal to discriminate against people who have AIDS, Cascade AIDS Project still reports receiving one or two phone calls a week from people who feel they have been denied housing due to their HIV status. © Voters defeat Measure 13, another O C A statewide initiative. The Minority Status and Child Protection Act would have amended Oregon’s constitution to prohibit governments from extending anti-discrimination protections 1996 © After hearing the concerns of transsexual activists, the Right to Privacy board of direc tors agrees to change the name of its Lucille Hart fund-raising dinner to the annual RTP © Eugene extends health benefits to domestic partners of city employees. 1998 © In the Tanner lawsuit, the Oregon Court of Appeals issues a landmark ruling stipulating that all state and local governments must offer spousal benefits to same-sex domestic partners. The ruling also prohibits private employers from discriminating on the basis of sexual ori entation in hiring, firing and pay. © Basic Rights Oregon coordinates Ore gon’s participation in Equality Begins at Home, a nationwide campaign held in March that fea tures an array of activities to promote gay, les bian, bisexual and trans equality. © Scott Meisner, Eugene’s first openly gay councilor, becomes president of the City Coun cil. The unanimous vote by his peers places him second in command behind the mayor. Subaru cars and sport utility vehicles come in all shapes and sizes. But one thing doesn’t change. Each one features our popular full-time All-Wheel Driving System for maximum traction and performance. From the comfort and versatility of the unique Forester, to the ruggedness of the Outback, to the get-up-and-go of the 2.5 GT, we think you’ll find the right match for your lifestyle. To test drive one of our family of cars, stop by your nearest Subaru dealer, call 1-800-WANT-AWD or visit our website at w w w .su b aru .c o m . Subaru supports the community as a national sponsor of the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) and the proud founding sponsor of the Rainbow Endowment. The R ain b ow ; benefits community health, civil rights and cultural interests. For more information or to apply, call 1 -800 99-RAINBOW. SUBARU 5H The Beauty of All-Wheel Drivé.
