Tag: Non-Discrimination
What Will the August Recess Mean to You?
My point today: ramp up to use the next four weeks to accomplish as much as you can for the issues that matter most to you, because if you don't, who will? Not only that, but it is your voice
Why PA HB 300 MUST remain transgender inclusive.
Now that the Allegheny County Ordinance struggle, it is time to turn our attention back to PA HB 300. Unfortunately (or fortunately, depending upon your perspective) the PA House isn’t ready, as they are still too embroiled with working on
Frankel applauds passage of Allegheny County Human Relations Act
“I’m delighted that residents of Allegheny County will now be protected from discrimination but am still concerned that many Pennsylvanians lack this basic protection, even while most residents believe it should be the law. Look at the 71 percent support
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
SEPTA’s Gender Discrimination
…has led to many uncomfortable, humiliating and bizarre moments for transgender people, who are often challenged by drivers as to the veracity of their gender identity. The linked article illustrates some of the discrimination that transpersons face everyday. One reason
Pennsylvania Marriage Equality Debate on WHYY Friday AM
Sue Kerr wrote an awesome blog post today about the upcoming debate between Daylin Leach and John Eichelberger. Leach has introduced a Marriage Equality bill in the PA Senate and Eichelberger is the author of the Marriage Protection Act, which
Reply to H about lobbying your representative
The other day, I received a question in the form of a comment to the blog, and wanted to reply with an answer. Here was the comment: Hi Tom, Cool blog. I’ve been checking it out for awhile and seeing
Preliminary Thoughts on the ACLU Forum by Pittsburgh Lesbian Correspondents
Lesbian blogger Sue Kerr wrote an awesome summary and comment about last evening’s presentation that helped to kick off Pride Week. I want to quote just one part following our recent dialogue about activism, but please check out her entire
ACLU: Know Your rights!
I started my Pride Week event list, with the ACLU-led session on Know Your Rights, and boy was it a good choice for a place to start the week. The evening started with a brief panel where each speaker talked
PA HB 300 and Gay Marriage: Know the Facts
The following is a set of myths and facts about PA HB 300 and Gay Marriage: Myth: Courts have based their decisions granting same-sex marriage rights on anti-discrimination laws. Fact: Every court that has recognized same-sex marriage or civil unions
