The PP & Me: Why We All Need Planned Parenthood
I’ve been going to Planned Parenthood for thirteen years, which is probably my longest relationship with anything, ever. I’m not ready to give that up — and you shouldn’t be, either.
Everything You Need to Know About Gay Marriage Today
In today’s edition of “I am gay and want to do things anyway,” gays are still trying to legally be in love, around the world, and state rights are still proving to be ineffective ways to govern the love lives of American gay people (ahem).
Autostraddle Read A F*cking Book Club #2: The IHOP Papers by Ali Liebegott
THE TIME HAS COME to discuss your feelings/ideas/lucid dreams/lesbian poetry about The IHOP Papers. Come on in and grab a seat.
Women’s Fitness Magazines Are Fundamentally Ridiculous
“Nowhere in the Magazine’s definition of “health” is there room for real strength, unless it’s a quarter page of lip service paid to a female body builder who is, I don’t know, sharing her tips for avoiding breakfast pastry cravings and fitting in her workouts between dates and shoe shopping.”
Jess’s Team Pick: Broadway Benefit Concert For Autostraddle in NYC
Autostraddle reader Tiffany Schleigh is throwing a benefit concert for us on February 21 in New York City and packing it with tons of Broadway stars and local musicians. You obviously need to attend!
Lesbian Teen Speaks On Why She Fought to Royally Court Her Girlfriend
“One thing I would really like people to realize is that this was never about getting attention. This was only about Sarah and I wanting to share a special event together, and about showing other LGBT kids that they don’t have to be afraid to be who they are because they are not alone. “
Indiana’s Vote to Outlaw Civil Unions is Totally Not Targeting Gays
The Governor would like everyone to stop talking about gay marriage and abortion and instead focus on finance and policy matters, such as education reform. But the people are really concerned about civil unions, so.
LANEIA WE LOVE YOU: Happy Birthday To Our Executive Editor!
Do you love anyone more than you love Laneia? No. And neither do we.
Alabama Lesbian Arrested for Getting Attacked Outside a Straight Bar
Thankfully, the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Act means that when someone is attacked by a dozen people and the police are called to the scene, justice can finally be served. Or maybe that’s just wishful thinking.
“On the Road” Stills Provide Opportunity to Admire Kristen Stewart, Pre-Judge
“I thought Marylou was basically Janis from the Muppets, and I thought Dean Moriarity looked like Frank Zappa. I realize this makes no sense but I was 15 and still figuring stuff out.”
Logo’s 2011 NewNowNext Awards Will Predict the Future
The list of Logo’s 2011 NewNowNext nominees may provide clues to upcoming gay things of importance. Skins, Darren Criss and Amber Heard are among nominees.
How to Smell Good 101: Cologne & Perfume Guide for Queers
Wanna smell like a really rich man? Wanna smell like a flower? Wanna smell like Julie Goldman or Deanne Smith? Presenting a cornucopia of smell-good advice for peoples of varied gender identities!
Hercules & Love Affair Go All Picasso On Everybody’s Asses
Hercules & Love Affair’s new album, Blue Songs, is more Chicago house than Studio 54.
“Injustice At Every Turn”: Report on Discrimination Against Trans & Genderqueer People Pretty Much As Bad As It Sounds
The first long-range national study on the experience of discrimination for trans and genderqueer people has been released.
Ilene Chaiken Drops Medical Show, Finds New CBS Crime Drama To Ruin (I Mean Run)
“The number of questions I have for Ilene grows by the day.”
Play Our “Parents Television Council Match Game,” Win a Thing
“Like a recurrent bout of dysentery, this show is the gift that keeps on giving.”
Autostraddle Calendar Girls 2012: Ashley and Kelli are January & February’s Girls
We’re getting fancy this year with a kick-ass behind-the-scenes video, some behind-the-scenes photos and some preview shots of January and February’s girls.
JimmyJane’s Form 2 Clitoral Massager & OhMiBod Club Dive Reviews
I plan on spreading chocolate sauce all over my body and eating strawberries off my knees this Valentines Day. You?
2011 Superbowl Liveblog: Two Football Teams Will Play a Game, Declare a Winner
In the fourth quarter, a kicker will make downs, passes, field goals and other scoring situations and I will eat a nacho and drink a beer, and at some point GLEE will be on. Right?
Science Proves Homophobia is Really Screwing With Our Homogay Heads
THIS DATA IS A SCIENTIFIC REASON TO CHALLENGE HOMOPHOBIA, VIOLENCE, AND HARASSMENT, EVERYONE.