Thoughts about the Charleston massacre.
It is within this history we have to understand and see the structural and overt racism that continues in our modern world. It is against this history that people exclaim “black lives matter.”
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Perspectives from PrideFest
These are examples of what Pride means, and who “makes” Pride a reality. It is not the organization, but it is the community– the people who are being with each other, and no organization can claim responsibility for that. The community will find a way to “do Pride” regardless of what an organization does or doesn’t do.
Why Ingrid Nilsen Matters: LGBTQ Youth Today
People all the time ask what LGBTQ activists ought to work on after marriage is complete and nondiscrimination is done. We have to care more about our youth and end bullying and brutality.
Gratitude for my readers.
I walked around PrideFest today, and as I did, person after person thanked me for the writing I’ve been doing about the Pittsburgh Pride controversy. I’ve tried to write with clarity and give voice to the issues within the emotions and passionate agendas. I think my own perspective is also present, but I keep hearing that my commentary has been balanced, fair,and informative. Few things make me, the blogger, happier than to have a reader[Read More…]
Five Ideas from Roots Pride Pittsburgh’s Town Hall
Five ideas or thoughts expressed during the Roots Pride Pittsburgh Town Hall meeting here in Pittsburgh PA.
Upcoming Meeting Possible Small Step Forward in Pittsburgh Pride Controversy
I believe a planned facilitated meeting is potentially very good first step and I will publish more about it when available. But it is just one step, and much more will be needed in time. Every journey has begin some way however. The decision to bring Iggy Azalea ended up causing a reaction and that reaction is the start of a journey that may create greater inclusion, greater diversity and real respect.
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.
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.