History+of+Gay+Rights

1924- Society of human rights, in Chicago, is founded. It is the earliest known gay rights organization in the U.S. 1951- Mattachine Society, it is the first national gay rights organization in U.S. It was founded by Harry Hay. 1956- Daughter of Bilitis is founded. It is a national lesbian organization. 1969- Stonewall Riots 1982- Wisconsin outlaws discrimination on sexuallity. It is the first state to do so. 2004- Same-sex marriage become legal in Massachusetts 2005- Civil unions become legal in Connecticut. 2006- Civil unions become legal in New Jersey