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Stop saying Mitt Romney bullied some kid!

You! Imagine your son or your daughter, or your brother or sister or someone you know. Close you eyes and thimnk about a group of kids stalking that person, and overpowering them More »

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University of Pittsburgh and Transgender Discrimination

I may at some point write commentary about the policy, but my real interest is illustrating what I am doing, as both an employee as well as an activist/advocate towards this issue More »

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Hate Crime? Does it Matter?

A Hate Crime is a crime committed against a person or persons with the intent to create fear and intimidation within a group of people, such that the crime is one against More »

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Audience applauds genuine couple.

See the folks who oppose our equal rights are loud, well funded and organized, but they are small in number. There are many many who might vote against our rights because they More »

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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. More »

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Occupy is today’s way for being engaged in the process!

In the LGBT movement, the parallel for Occupy is coming out and being visible. Being a part of the dialogue rather than living a double standard or a lie. That isn't too More »

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Concerned Queer’s Questions

but I also realize that a philosophical mindset itself doesn't change things. People who find ways to engage in action can change things. Queer anarchists may believe that by bashing back More »

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Bloomfield Queer Rally: Is there a solution for the anger?

When there is so much anger, there is no solution- no way for these two "sides" to work together for the greater good, and from my experience here, this is one of More »

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The language of same-sex marriage

Marriage Equality is a concept worth fighting for, but a part of that battle is to name our relationships, our marriages and our weddings for what they are: same-sex where they are More »

Erin Molchany is running for PA State Representative for the 22nd district.

One reason why I am a big supporter is Erin Molchany's honesty and he ability to see the big picture as well as push for individual issues.

Ed Gainey is running for PA State Representative in the 24th district.

Ed Gainey values and respects everyone's rights, including members of the LGBTQ community, and he is ready to fight hard for passage of important legislation.

When same-sex isnt about real people.

The linked story is from the Seattle Times and describes the possibility for same-sex marriage to pass the Washington Senate, however, I was very intrigued by this quote: “The supporters of the bill determine you’re a ‘hateful bigot’ if you vote no, while the opponents question your faith and say you’re ‘turning your back on

Liberty City Stonewall Democrats Endorsements

For my readers in the P{hiladelphia area, check out the Liberty City Stonewall Democrats endorsements here. If you appreciate reading my posts, would you like to thank me with a coffee?

Pennsylvania Progressive Voters Guide Available

Pennsylvania Progress has a voters guide to assist anyone to understand the various candidates in regards to progressive issues.  Check it out: If you appreciate reading my posts, would you like to thank me with a coffee?

White House Supports Safe Schools Bills for LGBT Students

HARRISBURG, PA—On Friday, April 20, the White House has come forward to support two key pieces of legislation to protect and support lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) students in schools across the nation. The Pennsylvania Student Equality Coalition (PSEC) commends The White House’s bold statement in support of Pennsyvlania’s US Senator Bob Casey’s Safe

Voter ID: reframing the issue.

In otherwords, for me, it isn't VoterID itself, that I have a problem with- it is the myriad issues that surround it and come about because of the way it is implemented.

Equality PA Issues Statement Regarding Issues at Pitt

Statement of Equality Pennsylvania on the University of Pittsburgh’s Non-Discrimination Policy for the Transgender Community and the Need for Calm   Harrisburg – Over the past several weeks, Equality Pennsylvania has been very carefully monitoring and watching the situation surrounding the University of Pittsburgh’s non-discrimination policy and how it impacts the transgender community.  We have

What will GetEqual end up getting?

GetEqual has a problem with the President's current methodology, but they aren't going after the President, such as a picket at the White House. They are targeting Obama campaign offices. In other word, they are targeting my future, and your future. Their efforts may assist in electing a GOP President. Thanks but no thanks.

Pitt Trans Policy: What to do if you have been discriminated against.

I can accept that Seamus is "male" but I am not so sure I accept that he is a man. His gender identity is incongruent with man-ness, but fully congruent with male-ness. I am not sure if a men's locker room is a place where men (sex) change and shower. I think it may be. I don't think it is the place where males are, if that makes sense.