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And they say it isn’t about race…

The Tea Party folks want to pretend that their efforts are linked back to the Revolutionary War and the rebellion that preceded it. Back when te colonists were taxed with no representation. They originally didn’t so much want to be their own country, but rather, simply wanted self governance, or a voice in the governance. If England had granted them representation, everything may have been different. Today, things are different. Every American has a voice and can vote. From the local level, all the way to the Federal level, each and every American’s voice is represented.

November 14, 2012 — 1 comment — Election, general

Veteran’s Day Post

Our commitment to our veterans can not start at the point that they need medical care. Our commitment to our veterans must start with holding our elected officials accountable to be placing as few of our military in harms way as possible. It must start with demanding that the media provide us with clear and accurate news to assist all Americans in understanding what is happening, why, and how our women and men are involved. In other words, there is a political issue of military action, and there is a the real-lives issues of military action. We must not as Americans confuse them, and must remain solidly supportive of the latter even as we pressure our elected officials about the former.

November 12, 2012 — Comments are Disabled — general

The GOP’s Tea Party Problem

“Well, listen, I think this has been the most misreported story of my two years’ tenure. We don’t have a tea party caucus to speak of in the House.”- Speaker John Boehner, ABC news, November 8, 2012 This quote was highlighted in the Tea Party Patriots newsletter, and brought a smile to my face. While you were breaking your back on this election, often with no sleep, to help save this country – the GOP[Read More…]

November 9, 2012 — Comments are Disabled — Election, general

What is the highest priority LGBTQ issue? Are our organizations on board?

So, what is the highest priority LGBTQ issue, and how do we advocate for it moving forward? Is there such a thing as an individual issue that we can name as more or less priority as any other? The conventional wisdom is to focus attention, awareness and resources on one item and assure success there, keeping in mind the context which includes the legislative climate and the probability of action. But, what if there is no one issue that is meaningful overall, and to all? Is it possible that our collective and diverse communities have a variety of iunique and specific needs that may or may not align one with the others? Do we harm our overall efforts by trying to prioritize one issue over another?

November 8, 2012 — 2 comments — Activism, general

Pre-post: Sex, Gender, and Genitalia

What is the relationship of genitalia to gender and to sex? when and where are any of these the same thing, and where do they refer to different things? and is the idea of what constitues “trans” pr a trans man or a trans woman changing? … a quote from a trans woman’s blog Please share your ideas about Sex, Gender, and Genitalia by leaving and comments here on the blog.

November 7, 2012 — 1 comment — general, Transgender Discrimination & Issues

Kluwe’s Mistake

One of our greatest weapons in out struggle is free speech, and the ability for LGBTQ and supportive allies to express their ideas, and perspectives. The down-side of the free speech idea however, is that it allows our opponents to do the same. So often, their rhetoric is full of misinformation at best, and outright lies at the worst. We succeed however, not in taking away or stopping their right to free speech, but rather by countering theirs, and hateful misinformation with truth, reason and language that encourages fairness by promoting valid discourse over fear mongering. To lose his voice from that dialogue is a shame.

November 4, 2012 — 2 comments — Election, general, Same-Sex Marriage

Mitt Romney and the American Theocracy.

Service to others is an important concept that is forgotton by too many people today, in our “me-centric” society, yet serving in the military is much much more than simply serving others. Serving in the military is about defending the very essence of our rights as citizens and protecting our democracy. Our service members are willing to die for our country. What similar statement can be made about Mormon missionaries? What are they willing to die to protect? Anything?

So, Ann Romney compares Mormon proselytizing to sacrificing to protect our liberty? Really? An act of inducing someone to convert is the same as risking your life to protect the foundation of our country? Only if our country is a Mormon or Christian theocracy.

November 2, 2012 — 1 comment — American Theocracy: Analyzing the Religious Right, Election, general

Nonpartisan Election Protection Monitors Needed in Allegheny County!

Election Protection helps ensure eligible voters are able to participate in our democracy while collecting data for meaningful reform so that our elections are free, fair, and accessible. To be an election protection monitor, you must be trained prior to November 6th at one of the two training sessions scheduled.

November 1, 2012 — Comments are Disabled — Election, general

Arizona Attorney General Tom “Sanctity Of Marriage” Horne Exposed As Adulterer

In August, Horne filed a lawsuit with the U.S. Supreme Court, demanding that Arizona be allowed to repeal domestic partners insurance for state employees. In his suit, Horne claimed that rescinding benefits for gay employees would be good for Arizona tourism because doing so “furthers the State’s interest in promoting marriage.” I have written (and been attacked) for saying that those who are opposed to Marriage Equality have a right to their opinions. I[Read More…]

October 31, 2012 — Comments are Disabled — general

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Even a few votes will make a difference.

One reason some people don’t vote is because they don’t want to vote for the loser. So, if they are afraid that their candidate might lose, they don’t vote. If you care about LGBTQ Rights and other Progressive issues, this year you can not allow that mentality to stop you! Your vote, especially in these few states will make the difference, and you my PA and OH readers especially, that means that the election s up to you and those you know.

October 31, 2012 — Comments are Disabled — Activism, Election, general

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