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Society + Culture

Study Supporting “Ex-Gay” Claims Finally Retracted to Much Rejoicing

“For all this concern about how I damage people, where is the damage?… don’t you think there’d be a busload of people who are damaged?” Yes.

Rachel April 12, 2012 27 Comments
Society + Culture

Sweden’s Got A New Gender-Neutral Pronoun

And its critics are madder than a wet hen.

Laura April 12, 2012 46 Comments
Movie Features

Valerie Weiss Is A Scientist Who Makes Movies: The Autostraddle Interview

In which I interview Valerie Weiss about her new film, Losing Control, and bringing women in science to the masses.

Lizz April 12, 2012 24 Comments
Jewish Holidays Recipes

Get Baked: Matzo Pizza

Some people will tell you to just slap some sauce on a whole piece of matzo and stick it in the microwave. Some people would be wrong.

Lizz April 12, 2012 11 Comments
First Person Issues

On Camp: Being Queer Wasn’t a Big Deal, My Privilege Was

“I don’t remember the names of most of the people I met that week. Except for his: Tuck.”

Dina April 12, 2012 34 Comments
TV Reviews

It’s True, Lena Dunham’s “Girls” is Funny

Here’s another show with the word ‘girl’ in the title which is an unfortunate coicidence rather than an indication of how good this show is.

Brittani April 12, 2012 30 Comments
Issues

On Camp: How to Start a Fire

When the revolution comes, you’ll need to know how to set stuff ablaze! Also, you’ll want S’mores.

Allison April 11, 2012 90 Comments
Politics + Activism

Rick Santorum Drops Out of Presidential Race, But May Not Be Out of the Picture

Reports of a house falling on him, however, appear to have been exaggerated.

Rachel April 11, 2012 29 Comments
Book Lists

15 Women’s Magazines That Don’t Suck, Are Awesome

Celebrating the women’s magazines that keep pumping out smart, innovative and well-designed stuff against all odds. US Weekly is not on this list.

Riese April 11, 2012 65 Comments
Sports

Five Videos That Will Make You Fall In Love With Megan Rapinoe

Megan Rapinoe plays soccer and has excellent hair. It is likely that you will appreciate her for these and other reasons.

Intern Grace April 11, 2012 69 Comments
First Person Issues

On Camp: I Hold Camp In My Heart

“I would’ve cried if someone hadn’t started singing, and then someone else joined in.”

Robin April 11, 2012 28 Comments
Society + Culture

Yes, Virginia, Homophobia is Linked to Latent Homosexuality

Much to no one’s surprise.

Rachel April 10, 2012 19 Comments
Politics + Activism

White House Announces LGBT Pride Video Contest, Clearly Likes Your Face

The announcement of the first-ever LGBT Pride Month White House Champions of Change Contest is one of many recent events suggesting Obama is on our side for real now.

Riese April 10, 2012 11 Comments
Pop Culture Fix

Want Gender Justice in the Media? WAM! It Yourself Already

“Power and privilege is about who gets to speak and who is listened to.”

Jamie J. Hagen April 10, 2012 4 Comments
Issues Travel

Queer Girl City Guide: Manhattan is The New Manhattan

Manhattan is a very good place to be a girl who likes girls.

Anita Dolce Vita April 10, 2012 77 Comments
Playlists

Playlist: Jolene

I had to have this talk with you/my happiness depends on you.

Rachel April 10, 2012 75 Comments
TV Show Recaps

The Newtown Girls Episode 5: Juicy

The one where Scarlet and Alex go to the lesbian book club.

Crystal April 10, 2012 8 Comments
Issues Movie Lists

On Camp: 10 Super-Cool Movies About Summer Camp

“Well guys, we’ve made it to the end of the summer in one piece, except for a few campers who are lepers.”

Riese April 9, 2012 62 Comments
Culture

That’s Not Who I Am: Calling Out and Challenging Stereotypes of Asian Americans

Asian stereotypes are everywhere. Let’s talk about them, yell about them and do something about them.

Whitney Pow April 9, 2012 94 Comments
Music

8 Kickass Crowd Songs From Movies & TV: From “Almost Famous” to “Skins”

You know what you need today? You need a stirring musical number from a popular film! There are eight videos inside this post. EIGHT!

Riese April 9, 2012 30 Comments
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