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Politics + Activism

Rhode Island Passes Civil Unions and Nobody’s Happy About It

In which supporters and opponents of marriage equality agree on something: This law sucks.

Rose July 5, 2011 27 Comments
TV Show Recaps

Real L Word Episode 205 Recap: It’s About to Get Juicy Juice

Another captivating episode of that weird reality show about lesbians. This week everyone goes on a field trip but none of those field trips are roller derby.

Riese July 5, 2011 137 Comments
Politics + Activism

What the Heck is Going On With DOMA? Let Me Explain.

In which a queer political scientist who knows what she’s talking about breaks it all down for you: The Obama administration said they wouldn’t defend DOMA. Now they are actively challenging DOMA. This is good news.

Grace July 4, 2011 22 Comments
Society + Culture

We’re Celebrating Something for Sunday Funday!

Happy Canada Day! Happy Independence Day! Happy Sunday Funday! Girls in short skirts SHOULD wear bikes, pride was AWESOME, we’ve got some videos for you, it’s basically a party.

Carmen July 3, 2011 9 Comments
NSFW Sunday

NSFW Sunday: Half-Naked Famous Lesbians, Among Other Items of Interest

Never underestimate the power of a well-placed hand-bra/limb.

Riese July 3, 2011 36 Comments
Community Lesbian Weddings

In Which the Marriage Equality Wedding Contest Gets Even Bigger, Better

CONTEST UPDATE! Now there’s things to read and shopping sprees and ceremony things too!

Bren July 3, 2011 40 Comments
Sports

Women’s World Cup 2011: Look at That F*cking Alternative Lifestyle Haircut

Haircuts from the Soccer World Cup. They just wanna be themselves, and they want you to know, they are their hair. This is a gallery.

Brittani July 3, 2011 57 Comments
Politics + Activism

And On the Sixth Day, Obama Made News on Same-Sex Marriage

“This brief represents the concrete manifestation of a complete paradigm shift in the federal government’s position on anti-gay discrimination and the constitutional rights of married same-sex couples.”

Riese July 2, 2011 40 Comments
Politics + Activism

Everything You Need to Know About the GOP’s War on Women’s Rights, Reproductive Health

Republicans in various states stepping up the war on women and this matters to you, too. Behold my extensive effort to break it all down for you.

Carmen July 2, 2011 38 Comments
Movie Features

Movie Night: Dazed and Confused

We’re staying in tonight so we can make theme foods and watch movies. Sound good?

Laneia July 1, 2011 41 Comments
TV Show Recaps

Pretty Little Liars Fashioncap Episode 203: A Stole All the Lesbians and Left Me Without Clothing to Talk About

“This outfit totally makes sense, because who doesn’t study/sleep in a full panted strappy romper?”

Lizz July 1, 2011 25 Comments
pick an actual category, you strange genius

Formspring Friday: Even Brighter Than the Moon

What’s the best city for a young lesbian couple? How do you feel about PDA? Should this girl tell her mom how she really feels? It’s your turn to give advice!

Laneia July 1, 2011 68 Comments
Pop Culture Fix

Missing Communion

Laura’s Team Pick: You should read this.

Laura July 1, 2011 11 Comments
Society + Culture

This is a Canada Day Post

Carolyn’s Team Pick: Happy Canada Day!

Ryan Yates July 1, 2011 30 Comments
Politics + Activism

Getting Back On The Horse In Maine: Gay Marriage On The Ballot For 2012

The defeat of marriage equality in Maine in 2009 was crushing. Will things be different in 2012?

Rachel July 1, 2011 6 Comments
Straddleverse

Gay Marriage and Comment Awards for Everyone!

My only feelings this week are as follows: a) GO NEW YORK. b) Aguaaaaa.

Laura July 1, 2011 15 Comments
Pop Culture Fix

So Now Lady Gaga’s Got a Tumblr and Jane Lynch Has a Twitter

Lady Gaga assaults Tumblr with Amen Fashion, Jane Lynch is finally tweeting for real, Anna Paquin is still bisexual, The Voice’s Vicci Martinez is ready to record her album, and the 50 gayest advertisements are streaming at Adweek.

Jess July 1, 2011 14 Comments
Community

Celebrate Equality: Win Wedding Photography by Robin Roemer for Your Gay Wedding!!!

In celebration of New York Marriage Equality and in recognition of same-sex unions everywhere, I’m giving away free wedding photography to one gay or lesbian couple (a $4,000 value)!

Robin July 1, 2011 40 Comments
Society + Culture

No Punishment Can Fit This Crime: Jury Debating Fate of Seattle Lesbian’s Accused Rapist and Killer

“But there are ways in which identity does seem to have a part of this story, both the story of what happened that night and the far-reaching story of its aftermath.”

Rachel June 30, 2011 43 Comments
Society + Culture

The Gay Agenda Follows a Gay Syllabus

There’s a reason your gay professors aren’t out.

Laura June 30, 2011 30 Comments
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