Tag: activism

Allegheny County Ordinance- What I wrote

Got a phone call this morning as it seems what I wrote last evening about what’s wrong with the county ordinance has caused some stir. It appears that what I wrote was both true and not true. So hopefully I’m

The G Spod

Last evening, I had the pleasure to sit down with DJ G and Carman of the G Spod and talk about queer politics. If that sounds boring, just tune into their show- it was wild. I think the world of

What We Are Up Against

Senators get 705,000-plus letters opposing ‘hate crimes’ Anyone who reads my blog regularly knows that I’m a major cheerleader for grassroots constituent advocacy. Making contact with your elected official is the single most important thing a person can do other

Activism Dialogue

Blogger, Sue Kerr,  Pittsburgh Lesbian Correspondents, and I have been exchanging some ideas about advocacy since she posted the other day. Sue expressed frustration that face to face meetings with legislators was difficult. I replied, and she has expanded on

Pride Week and Activism

Thanks to Sue Kerr, Pittsburgh Lesbian Correspondents, for her Pride Week post, and for her mention of 2 very important events happening this coming week. While the two events were not planned together, they provide 2 different perspectives from which

Pride Week in Pittsburgh is Quickly Approaching!

I have posted this, but in case you missed it: GLTBQ Civil rights: How you can change government for your rights. A town hall forum and training session. A groundswell of activity is happening across the country to provide GLBTQ

Today is Ethan’s Day!

The linked story is from yesterday, and is about a 9 year old boy who has organized a Marriage Equality rally!  Well worth reading! For all of my over-10-year-old readers: what’s up?  If this kid and decide to take action

What NY tells me about PA

I watched the live video coverage of the New York Assembly’s debate on the NY Marriage Equality Bill. I’m writing about it because of the way it colors my thoughts and views about PA HB 300. While I am not

Homosexual activists target, expose pro-family voters

We saw this same type of reporting following the Prop 8 vote. I wanted to voice my opinion on this issue. Signing a petition is a form of free speech. A person adds their name and address to a public

FACES OF US: Pennsylvania

This is a cool site and a useful action to take. Giving a face to the issue- demonstrating what a diverse and amazing and beautiful world of folks who seek change. To me this is especially striking after considering the