Playlist: Heatpocalypse 2012
It’s hotter than hell outside, so here’s a playlist that sympathizes.
Gay Weddings Bring in Millions, Are Good For The NYC Economy
In which we use adorable infographics to break down the economics of gay marriage in NYC.
Why Queer Kittens Need A Better Autostraddle
Who needs Autostraddle? YOU DO.
Also.Also.Also: Potty Parity and Other Stories We Missed This Week
Really all that matters though is that you watch this video from the National Association of the Deaf affirming their support for marriage equality.
LGBT Equality, Activism and Inspiration at the Celebration of Courage Award Ceremony
Last week the International Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission hosted their annual “Celebration of Courage” Gala and I was there (and accidentally chatted with Judith Butler!).
Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s Bill C-38 is an Affront to your Feminist Sensibilities
So if Romney wins you’re going to move to Canada? You should probs read this before you pack your Prius.
Wisconsin State Rep. JoCasta Zamarripa Is Bisexual And Doesn’t Wanna Hide It Anymore
“It’s part of my life, like being a south sider and the only Hispanic in the Legislature.”
We Need Help: Our Big Fundraiser To Build A Better Autostraddle
We’ve spent the last year trying quick fixes and cheap labor for our broken website and there’s no way around it: it’s time to turn this shed into an actual building — luckily, we just made a really kickass Indiegogo campaign for that!
Real Life Lesbian Jessica Clark Gets Naked For True Blood
Don’t tell me this wasn’t the highlight of your week.
Olympic Women’s Soccer Open Thread: US vs. France
In which we watch and discuss the US Women’s Soccer Team vs France. This is the most important thing you’ll do today.
Playlist: Songs About Sally
Because of our Sally Ride feelings.
Read a F*cking Book: “No Straight Lines: Four Decades of Queer Comics”
A definitive collection of queer comics through the past four decades.
Congress Doesn’t Want You To Get Gay Married on Military Property, Passes Irrational Ban About It
Representative Steve King restates the law, wastes time, and is terrifying. But really, is that news?
Horrifying Attack Against Lesbian In Nebraska Is Horrifying, Appalling, Heartbreaking
“When someone takes the time to handcuff someone with a zip tie and carve derogatory comments or words into somebody else’s body, that’s sheer hate and at this point, this is a hate crime.”
Eddie Griffin Assaults and Humiliates Lesbian; Takes No Responsibility
Griffin air humped an audience member’s face, telling her that all she needs is a good man; and comedy remains a space where bullying is somehow acceptable.
America Finds Out That Sally Ride, First Female Astronaut, Was Also First Lesbian Astronaut
What does it mean that most people had no idea about Sally Ride’s partner for 27 years?
Yet Another Top 10 Lesbian Romance Novels
Love stories featuring lesbian Secret Service agents, doctors, super spies, life coaches, personal trainers and women of many other professions.
New York Mag’s Lesbian Sex Diarist Tries Having Sex With Other Girls
” She is totally naked, and I’m still basically fully clothed. Her bedroom is not air-conditioned.”
This Is A Rick Mercer Appreciation Post
Because we said so. Let’s just take a few minutes to talk about Rick Mercer, Canada’s smartlarious teevee sensation.
Get Baked: You Have Too Many Mangos
Mangos every which way.