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In the wake of the horrific Tucson massacre, a few themes have emerged in the public discourse. Some of these seem interesting, most all predictable, but at the same time, a number of themes don’t really make sense, and point out how the conservative movement, wants to have it both ways. This isn’t unusual. One of the things that often drives progressives crazy, is the incongruity and dissonance of various conservative positions and talking points.[Read More…]

I’ve written about this notion of the attempt by some Christian fundamentalists to take control of our government. some refer to it as the American Taliban, and in terms of this incident, Talabama. But all joking aside, everyone who cares about Democracy needs to be uncomfortable with what has happened here in Alabama. The 1st amendment to the constitution guarantees us a Freedom of Religion, and a Freedom from government sanctions/ forced Religion. I do[Read More…]

While the repeal of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell (DADT) was very big news, this change that begins today, may be an even more significant step forward for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Americans. I would go so far as to say it is the most important change that could come about  (next to the repeal of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA). “There are few moments in our lives that call for greater compassion and[Read More…]

Anne Hathaway to Play Kurt’s Gay Aunt on ‘Glee’! Generally speaking when someone suggests that it is a choice to be gay, I am quick to disagree and defend that people are born with their sexual orientation intact, but for one group of folks, being gay is a choice- straight actors. Anne Hathaway was on Jimmy Fallon last month were she told him, “Can I make a confession? In my head, I’ve written a part[Read More…]

The GOP is moving forward with an attempt to repeal Health Care Reform even though it will increase the deficit, and return thousands and thousands of people to the status of un-insured. Yhje uninsured drive up health care costs for everyone, and this repeal serves no purpose except to be a battle against the current president. Americans deserve more than a GOP pissing match to see who is the toughest, especially when it is at[Read More…]

Need something to do in this cold winter weather? Why not check out this queer film series: Contemporary Queer Cinemas Public Film Series Event: Contemporary Queer Cinemas Public Film Series Location: 3415 WWPH (Wesley W. Posvar Hall), University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA Date: See schedule below for various dates Time: 7:45pm, unless noted below Cost: Free and open to the public Description: This public film series is sponsored by the University of Pittsburgh’s Women’s Studies[Read More…]