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Politics + Activism

Gay Marriage Rights Destined to Be Really Complicated Regardless of What Happens With DOMA

What if DOMA were repealed but gay couples still weren’t able to have the same federal marriage rights as straight ones?

Rachel June 11, 2011 15 Comments
Politics + Activism

The Gay Girl in Damascus May Be Fake, But Her Story Isn’t

“…for some of us realities are actually reality, tragedies are actually tragic and the unbelievable is actually to be believed.”

Riese June 9, 2011 112 Comments
Politics + Activism

Obama Really, Really Wants Some Gay Best Friends, Ideally Registered Voters

Are you going to get on the High Tea Party Express Train with Obama?

Rachel June 8, 2011 34 Comments
Society + Culture

Ontario Catholic School Bans Rainbows. Yup. Rainbows! They Banned RAINBOWS.

A Catholic school in Ontario has banned rainbows. Can we take a moment to appreciate how ridiculous this is.

Ryan Yates June 8, 2011 87 Comments
Comedy Pop Culture Fix

Jess’s Team Pick: Lesbians Form Justin ‘Biebershop Quartet’

The lesbians who look like Justin Bieber formed a Biebershop Quartet, naturally.

Jess June 8, 2011 21 Comments
Politics + Activism

Some Marines Want Option to Escape Military Before the Gay Invasion, Won’t Get It

Defense Secretary Gates has only one word for people who don’t wanna serve with the gays. (It’s no.)

Carmen June 8, 2011 23 Comments
Politics + Activism

‘Gay Girl in Damascus’ Blogger Kidnapped by 3 Armed Men, Silenced, Still Missing – UPDATED

Her writings on the Syrian government, on sensitive topics like being a lesbian, and on the revolutionary spirit building in Syria was most likely the reason behind the abduction.

Sarah June 7, 2011 75 Comments
Politics + Activism

How Gay Prevention “Therapy” Ruined Kirk Murphy’s Life, Made George Rekers’ “Career”

“Interestingly, Rekers would never mention the suicide attempt in any of his papers or books published after “Sissy Boy Syndrome” appeared in 1987. As far as Rekers was concerned, it never happened. Kirk was perfectly normal.”

Riese June 7, 2011 46 Comments
Society + Culture

Philosopher Unsure If The True Self Is Gay

“How is one to know which aspect of a person counts as that person’s true self?” (Is it the gay part?) (“no seriously this is fascinating stuff, read this post!” -the editors)

Rachel June 7, 2011 96 Comments
Politics + Activism

New Study Reveals: Gay Kids Do The Most Dangerous Things!

LBG kids more likely to smoke, carry a gun, eat 5 fruits and vegetables a day, etc

Laura June 6, 2011 45 Comments
Society + Culture

June Is LGBT Pride Month, Seems To Be Going Pretty Okay So Far

Wheeee it’s only the first week of June and some things are happening! Anti-discrimination bills for trans people, rainbow flags galore, youth summits, Sesame Street and cupcakes!

Rachel June 5, 2011 33 Comments
Politics + Activism

Bren’s Team Pick: Filmmaker Tests Theory That Hot Girls Really Have It Easy

It’s true.

Bren June 5, 2011 42 Comments
Politics + Activism

The Obama Adminstration’s War On Gay Teen Homelessness

“…every child and youth who is unable to live with his or her parents is entitled to a safe, loving and affirming foster care placement, irrespective of the young person’s sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression,”

Rachel June 3, 2011 22 Comments
Society + Culture

Tinkerbell’s Team Pick: “I’m Being Cyber Stalked by a Naked Lesbian”

Self-explanatory.

tinkerbell June 2, 2011 10 Comments
Politics + Activism

Obama Gives the Gays Their Own Page on WhiteHouse.gov

Obama helps LGBTs WIN THE FUTURE.

Sarah June 2, 2011 31 Comments
Politics + Activism

Illinois Civil Unions Begin, There Is Much Rejoicing (Mostly)

Today was the first day of legal civil unions in Illinois!

Rachel June 2, 2011 12 Comments
Politics + Activism

Log Cabin Republicans and Other Gays Ditching Obama, Voting Republican

Where are all of these gay people voting for Republicans? And who exactly do they plan on putting into the Oval Office?

Carmen May 31, 2011 69 Comments
Society + Culture

Writers Gone Wild: Lambda Literary Awards Spark Debate on the Future of Gay Books

The winners of the 23rd annual Lambda Literary Awards were announced last night in a ceremony at the School of Visual Arts Theatre in New York. And now to read all of them.

Ryan Yates May 31, 2011 17 Comments
Politics + Activism

Dan Choi Beaten at Moscow Pride Parade

Dan Choi, among other LGBT activists in Russia, were detained this weekend after being attacked by neo-Nazis and police.

Laura May 30, 2011 40 Comments
Politics + Activism

House Passes Bill Aimed at Slowing DADT Repeal, Obama is Officially Upset

House messes with DADT. Obama fights back. Did you know that Obama officially “supports DOMA’s repeal?” ‘Cause he does. Bam.

Sarah May 27, 2011 26 Comments
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