Billy Hileman: Why I’m Not Marching
I am publishing Billy Hileman’s statement about the upcoming Pride march here at as a part of the ongoing dialogue regarding Pittsburgh Pride and the Delta Foundation.
Articles by: Thomas Waters
Pittsburgh Councilman Gilman Issues Statement Regarding Pittsburgh Pride Controversy
Pittsburgh City Councilperson Dan Gilman issues statement regarding Pittsburgh Pride controversy.
The Criticisms Towards Iggy Azalea: Cultural Appropriation
Amandla Stenberg’s video is a tremendous explanation of the differentiation between cultural appropriation and cultural exchange.
A Gay Man Sees Buyer and Cellar
The unique show is a play about Alex, an out of work actor, who takes a job for Barbra Streisand. The show is a riot of laughs and Tom Lenk, a masterful performer.
Outrage at Delta Foundation: More than Identity Politics
Yes, certainly trans and queer persons of color (TQPOC) are out front, giving voice to their outrage, but with them stand many from all parts of the rainbow coalition that we call the LGBTQIA community.
Mixed Feelings About How Pride is being Impacted.
In some regard, the issue was always about two things: (1) The Delta Foundation itself as well as (2) their choice of Iggy Azalea.
Roots Pride Pittsburgh Releases Official Press Release
The following press release from the recently formed Roots Pride Pittsburgh, and details the controversy with the Delta Foundation of Pittsburgh’s recent decision to headline Pride in the Street with Iggy Azalea.
13 points to make the most of LGBTQ Pride.
Every June, I post some semblance of this list. These points apply to Pride each and every year.
Breaking News: GLSEN Pittsburgh to Close Operations.
The GLSEN board of directors has voted and is now working with the national office on a transition process to cease operations. The idea is that organizations with paid staff and adequate support can better meet the needs of LGBTQIA youth.
This week in HIV/AIDS: May 26, 2015
HIV?AIDS is preventable and the epidemic can be stopped if we can find ways to overcome the nine prevention obstacles affecting the Trans* community.