I think Rachel Maddow is rubbing off a bit on me. I think this is the type of story that she really gets excited about. For me as a gay man, interested in equality, the importance of this story is more than simply geekiness however. The greatest force that fuels homophobia and anti-gay sentiments, is an irrational refusal to accept Science and let go of religious junk that stands in the way of true Faith[Read More…]
Homophobia and the acceptability to hate gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender folks is so pervasive in our culture, and it is growing in the political arena.
The trendy political story at the moment, at least in the Mainstream Media which is busy chasing sound bites as an attempt to remain relevant, is the rise and presumed success of the Tea Party movement. There has been some chatter out there, in the blogosphere, as to whether or not gays and lesbians ought to get behind the Tea Party movement. On it’s surface, the Tea Party seems to be about small government, and[Read More…]
LGBT Reception with Dan Onorato and Joe Hoeffel, October 3, 2010. Come out to hear why this election is so important for gay and lesbian issues in Pennsylvania.
Within the hour, the Senate will begin to debate, if they can over-ride a filibuster, the appropriations bill that includes eliminating DADT after 17 years of destruction to the lives of gay and lesbian service members. If you haven’t already, call now, and let your senator know how you feel about the importance of this legislation. Your senator: 202-224-3121
Republican Tom Corbett has a one point lead over Democrat Dan Onorato, while GOP Senate candidate Pat Toomey is 4 points ahead of Democrat Joe Sestak, according to a Critical Insights Research poll of likely voters conducted Sept. 14-16 for the Wilkes-Barre Times Leader.
In a statement sent to Florida reporters today, Greer completely apologizes to Obama for slamming his 2009 speech. Greer says the vitriol he threw Obama’s way — and the national kerfuffle it caused — was part of his efforts to appease the party’s extremes. (What’s more, Greer suggests that it’s now the GOP that’s promoting ugliness, saying that “many” Republicans “have racist views.”) via Greer Apologizes To Obama For GOP Racism, Recants Critique Of Socialist[Read More…]
I’m speaking today at Podcamp Pittsburgh about the Activist Blog.
This year, GLEC is taking this mission a step farther. On National Coming Out Day, October 11th, GLEC is sponsoring their 1st Annual Jobs, Services, and Organizations Fair.
Westboro Baptist Church will be in the Western PA area in a few weeks and there is discussion about what to do in response. What Would Lady GaGa Do?