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Lesbian Sex

You Need Help: So You Want To Try Being A BDSM Top

“It’s like a magic confidence talisman, that blindfold is.”

A.E. Osworth February 27, 2014 15 Comments
Politics + Activism

Ugandan President Signs Anti-Gay Bill Into Law and the U.S. Might Be Making Things Worse

President Museveni of Uganda signs into law a bill that sentences LGBTQ people convicted of sodomy, gay marriage, or promotion of homosexual activities to life imprisonment.

Helen February 27, 2014 13 Comments
LGBT History

100+ LGBTQ Black Women You Should Know: The Epic Black History Month Megapost

This epic megapost is your glorious opportunity to meet more than 100 amazing black LGBT women who’ve made their mark over the last 150 years.

Riese February 26, 2014 148 Comments
Politics + Activism

We Won A Thing: Judge Rules You Can’t Take The Same-Sex Marriage Out of Texas

Y’all, a federal judge rules Texas’ ban on same-sex marriage is unconstitutional!

Yvonne February 26, 2014 12 Comments
Friendship

How to Tell Who Your Real True Friends Are

“Go to your pantry and determine which shelf or space in the pantry is the dullest or darkest, ideally both. Remove everything from that space one item at a time. Put the cake mix in the farthest place back in that space.”

Laneia February 26, 2014 42 Comments
Geekery

Kate Leth And Comics Alliance Give Us A Peek Inside The World Of Comics

Kate Leth, famous for her Kate or Die! comics has recently been taking on the world of comic fandom with a special series of exclusive comics for the website Comics Alliance.

Mey February 26, 2014 9 Comments
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“The Fosters” Episode 117 Recap: Much Ado About Panties

“The combination of lesbians and hummus is always funny to me. I’m easy.”

Vikki Reich February 26, 2014 18 Comments
Camp

A-Camp May Campership: We’ve Got A Plane Ticket AND Tuition For One Lucky Overseas Camper!

Do you live far away from Los Angeles? Like in another country? Well, this is your big chance to win (up to $1,500 towards) a plane ticket AND A-Camp tuition for May!

Intern Grace February 26, 2014 24 Comments
Pop Culture Fix

Also.Also.Also: Angel Haze and the Girl Scouts Are Taking On Texas and Other Stories We Missed This Week

It took a village to ruin Russia’s stance on gay people, and it’ll take one to save feminism.

Carmen February 26, 2014 12 Comments
TV Feature

Rhymes with Witches: The Only Straight Santana Lopez Is Is Straight Up Bitch

“She is unapologetic about who she is and where she comes from. Us Queer Latina cheerleaders need to stick together.”

Nina February 26, 2014 13 Comments
Music

Why Didn’t Anyone Tell Me About the Video for Beyoncé’s “Kitty Kat”

Talk me down.

Rachel February 25, 2014 12 Comments
The L Word

The L Word and “But Not Too Bi”: Flipping The Script Is Not Much Better

With how it played into the “But Not Too Bi” trope – bi characters who have a bias toward one gender or the other – The L Word flipped a common heterosexist script in media. But in doing so, it still excluded actual bi people from its world.

Rose February 25, 2014 61 Comments
LGBT History

The Radtastic Black Lesbians Who Changed LGBT History and Our Lives

“As this Black History Month winds down, let’s remember that reclaiming histories is not a one-shot deal. Let’s take time to be thankful for these lesbians who kept it queer and kept it real.”

Helen February 25, 2014 6 Comments
Community

I’m Going to Washington DC For The LGBT Media Journalists Convening, Come Hang Out With Me

I’m going to Washington DC from February 28th-March 2nd to learn important things about being an LGBT Journalist and you should come meet us at the bar!

Riese February 25, 2014 21 Comments
Music

Idol Worship: Nicki Minaj’s 8 Gayest Songs

(In no particular order.)

Carmen February 25, 2014 13 Comments
LGBT History

More Than Words: Tomboys R Us

“Is all your delite and joy in whiskying and romping abroad like a Tom boy?” This post is for you.

Cara February 25, 2014 42 Comments
Lesbian Sex

OPEN THREAD: Give Us The Gif That Describes Your First Queer Sex Experience

Let’s get Monday off to a triumphant start by gaying the fuck out with some gifs, you sexy beasts.

A.E. Osworth February 24, 2014 267 Comments
Sports

We Won Six Things: Team Gay Wins Six Medals at Sochi

Not bad for a fictional gaynation that only had seven athletes.

A.E. Osworth February 24, 2014 11 Comments
Politics + Activism

Arizona’s Horrific “Freedom of Religion” Discrimination Bill Awaits Governor’s Signature

The potential for discrimination extends far beyond same-sex couples wishing to celebrate their partnerships; theoretically, it could affect anyone who acts against someone else’s religious beliefs.

Kaitlyn February 24, 2014 8 Comments
Camp

Mal Blum Is Coming to A-Camp and So Are These Other Amazing Humans!

MAL BLUM’S COMING TO A-CAMP! Also, since we’re on the topic of A-Camp, let’s talk about Fit for a Femme & AB Chao and all the other weirdos who will be joining us on the mountain!

Riese February 24, 2014 43 Comments
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