We applaud the work of the FBI and the U.S. Secret Service for their diligence throughout this investigation and their professionalism in carrying out Story's arrest. A strong message has been sent that our law enforcement agencies are committed to fighting domestic terrorism.

Pastor Worley's videotaped remarks are deplorable, inexcusable and incompatible with the tenets of his faith. Pastor Worley owes the LGBT community and the people of Maiden, North Carolina a swift and unequivocal apology.

WASHINGTON, May 18, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) commends the Washington, D.C.

WASHINGTON, May 16, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) expressed deep disappointment over action by the Virginia House of Delegates to reject a nominee for the

The vote effectively legitimizes discrimination against North Carolinians who seek the same rights as married men and women. The principle of equal treatment means that same-sex couples should be entitled to all the rights, protections and benefits of civil marriage. While religious communities should be able to decide for themselves what relationships they will recognize, discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation is as ugly as any other form of discrimination and has no place in American society.