Tag Archives: Protest

The State of the Blog (was:Group protests Notre Dame)

One of the things I liked about this action was the non-political aspect of it. Our political system isn't working for gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, and queers. We can't give up on it entirely- we must stay engaged and work

Can Democracy Withstand What is Happening

So, I’ll answer my own question before I write much so as not to suggest the wrong tone to this post. Yes, I think it can, but to do so, I think we have to really understand what is going

Proposition 8 ‘Day of Decision’ Set?

UPDATE: As confirmed by the comment added to the blog post below, the date of the decision has not been released. The Queerty article appears to be incorrect. Looks as if the CA Supreme Court ruling may be announced next

Joe. My. God.: ? ? ? vs. Westboro Baptist Church

Found this on Joe.My.God, and usually, I’d not post it, but decided to for a few reasons. 1) This is just a bunch of Frat boys, and so this can easily be dismissed. But that’s the point. The westboro baptist

How to Lobby your Elected Official

Last week, I wrote about how to contact your elected official, and the role of email , the phone and personal letters.  This week, I want to offer you a step by step guide to lobbying your elected official.  This

Is Marraige Equality the New AIDS: Part 2

Marriage Equality as a rallying cry within the GLBTQ communities. A few days ago, I began this series of posts examining, or wishing to prompt examination of the seemingly new push for marriage equality, and equating it in some ways

Today is Counter-Protest Day!

Well, today is the big day for my boyfriend’s efforts.  Today Fred Phelps of the Westboro Baptist Church anbd his gang will be in Pittsburgh protesting at a funeral and a few other chosen targets. Brad started a FaceBook group,