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I’ll show you mine…

I’ll show you mine…

Let’s support trans persons who set boundaries around what they will and won’t discuss. Let’s couple our inquisitiveness about their bodies with an inquisitiveness about the whole of the persons. But let’s do it without blaming ourselves.

PA Reps Smith and Sims Announce Bills to Jumpstart Sustainable Development and Manufacturing

PA Reps Smith and Sims Announce Bills to Jumpstart Sustainable Development and Manufacturing

We must stop viewing LGBTQ as if it is only some set of rights or issues, and start seeing gay, lesbian, bi, trans, and queer people as full participants in all aspects of the changes that are making Pennsylvania a leader once again.

June 18, 2014 Comments are Disabled general
Two ways to get engaged: Police/ LGBTQ Community Relations

Two ways to get engaged: Police/ LGBTQ Community Relations

I want to highlight two avenues for anyone, but especially members of the LGBTQ community to become more engaged with Public Safety in Pittsburgh.

June 17, 2014 1 comment general
Was there Police Brutality at Pittsburgh Pride 2014?

Was there Police Brutality at Pittsburgh Pride 2014?

Ultimately, what can be done to insure that the LGBTQ community receives the appropriate treatment and support of the Pittsburgh Police in each and every situation?

June 16, 2014 4 comments Gay Pride, general
Grindr, Disease and Shaming Gay Sex

Grindr, Disease and Shaming Gay Sex

we need to quit trying to rely on fear tactics and start promoting honest disclosure and less shame around sex if we are going to make any improvement and health within our community.

June 16, 2014 Comments are Disabled general

Father’s Day as a childless gay man.

Trans issues have been as much in the queer news as marriage equality, and today is one of two days which seem to focus in gender roles: Father’s Day. When I came out to my grandmother, she was very supportive, but she expressed sadness that I wouldn’t have children and then when I was her age, I wouldn’t have kids or grandkids- that my family would shrink over time instead of being expanded by births.[Read More…]

June 15, 2014 Comments are Disabled general
Can Pride help us refocus LGBTQ efforts?

Can Pride help us refocus LGBTQ efforts?

The idea of “winning” and beating down our opponents is a powerful desire that many appreciate. And here I am claiming that it is the wrong way to go. Empowering people is the real path to success, even if it is hard at some points to see the progress or success it is causing.

June 14, 2014 Comments are Disabled Gay Pride, general
Thomas’ 10 Tips for Getting the Most from Pride

Thomas’ 10 Tips for Getting the Most from Pride

Remember that the real value of Pride, isn’t just what happens at Pride or during Pride month, but the value is found in the ways we carry that celebration, energy, resolve, self awareness and love into the entire rest of the year and all aspects of our life! Now, get out there and make the most of Pride!

June 12, 2014 Comments are Disabled Gay Pride, general
A Gay Man Sees Noises Off!

A Gay Man Sees Noises Off!

Noises Off! is one hilariously insane comedy that ought to have even the grumpiest curmudgeon belly laughing.

June 11, 2014 Comments are Disabled general, Review
BREAKING: “Love wins in PA!” Judge Knocks Down Ban on Same Sex Marriage in PA

BREAKING: “Love wins in PA!” Judge Knocks Down Ban on Same Sex Marriage in PA

Harrisburg – Today Judge Jones announced his decision that the Pennsylvania ban on same sex marriage is unconstitutional. Pending appeal from the state, Jones’ decision will allow all loving couples in Pennsylvania the freedom to marry. Ted Martin, Executive Director for Equality PA commented on Judge Jones decision: “It’s always a good day in PA when love wins. Equality PA members have been waiting for this day for a long time, and we thank Judge Jones[Read More…]

May 20, 2014 3 comments general, Same-Sex Marriage