Category: activism
Battle Against Theocracy
Alabama State Sen. McGill does not shy away from referencing his personal religion in public statements regarding political decisions, which would normally be problematic, but is especially so when these statements turn out to be extremely hypocritical. Most recently, he
Chris Christie: This Is The Bargain Of Your Life! Really?
On one level, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie’s position on Marriage Equality is not surprising given the general position on the issue held by most GOP politicians. What is however, quite striking is the blatant snake-oil salesman-like approach he is
Ninth Circuit Rules on Prop. 8 Trial Tapes Tries to Keep the Truth Hidden
Regrettably, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has decided not to unseal the video record of the historic twelve-day public trial of Prop. 8. Ninth Circuit Rules on Prop. 8 Trial Tapes | American Foundation for Equal Rights. If you
Black History Month: Highlighting Black Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender People
As a whole culture we don't talk nearly enough about the influences of black leaders on us, and within the LGBTQ community, we fail even more to reach out and learn about our own history and the impact these important
Sign this petition to the Susan G Komen Foundation
The health of women should never be used as a political pawn, played by ideological actors who have their own agenda. Sign the petition today!
What the Philadelphia Mayor Had to Say About Marriage Equality
In addition to my posting an open letter to Mayor Luke, here on my blog, I have written to him directly requesting a meeting. I eagerly await a reply, however, the mayor has never accepted a request to meet from
What did Cynthia Nixon choose?
Even if we are born this way, how might it change the current LGBT civil rights movement if we each chose to speak out and own our own power (which may be a way to understand Nixon's comments)?
The letter to Mayor Luke Ravenstahl
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, and Queer community is a vital block of voters, and more importantly, a meaningful community of constituents whose rights, needs and interests deserve real attention by our elected officials. Local government is perhaps the level
Thoughts about the Black and White Reunion
I spent Saturday at the Black and White Reunion, Summit Against Racism. While I would not have thought of myself as a racist person, the ways racism is systemic and pervasive as white privilege as well as more explicit racism,
Open Letter to Mayor Luke Ravenstahl
Mayor Ravenstahl, can you explain to Pittsburgh's LGBTQ community if you plan to sign on, and if you do not, please share your reasons for not signing on.
