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Politics + Activism

16 Memories from Hillary Clinton’s 2016 Presidential Campaign That I’ll Hold in My Heart Forever

Our future is uncertain. Here’s what isn’t: We will fight on. And as I march and scream and weep and breathe and work and work and work and work for what’s right, I will carry these memories with me. Forever.

Carmen December 20, 2016 88 Comments
Politics + Activism

The 2016 Electoral College Vote Destroyed The Illusion Of U.S. Democracy

When Donald Trump is sworn into office in January, two of the last three men to occupy the West Wing and control the largest military and nuclear arsenal on earth will have lost the popular vote.

Heather Hogan December 20, 2016 26 Comments
Christmas Shopping

Holigay Gift Guide For Europeans: Because International Shipping Sucks

European gift ideas for your European friends.

Heather Davidson December 20, 2016 11 Comments
Geekery

All 86 New iOS Emoji, Ranked by Lesbianism

83. Glass of Milk. Wayyyyyy too many lactose intolerant lesbians for this one. Maybe if it was “Glass of Soy Milk” or “Glass of Almond Milk” it’d be higher.

Mey December 20, 2016 34 Comments
Crafts & DIY Projects

Make A Cute, Giftable DIY Oven Mitt Real Quick and Win the Holidays

My go-to, anybody, anytime present will always be an oven mitt. These little suckers take a maximum of 20 minutes to make and with the right fabric choice, can look super fancy and expensive.

Katie December 20, 2016 7 Comments
Geekery

Drawn to Comics: 10 Helpful Tips From a Trans Woman For Making a Trans Woman Superhero

1. Make her a Woman of Color

Mey December 20, 2016 2 Comments
Politics + Activism

North Carolina Pinky Promises To End HB2 As Long As Charlotte Stops Shielding LGBTQ People From Discrimination

In an apparent deal, the Charlotte city council voted to repeal an anti-discrimination ordinance in exchange for the Republican-led General Assembly’s promise to end HB2.

Yvonne December 19, 2016 10 Comments
Music

Tegan and Sara Created Their Own LGBTQ Foundation In Response To This Garbage Fire Year

“We will fight against the repressive legislation of the incoming Trump administration.”

A.E. Osworth December 19, 2016 8 Comments
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43 Women Who Came Out as LGBT, Showed Up or Got Girlfriends In 2016

A look at all the ladies who came out as lesbian, gay, queer, bisexual or otherwise-lady-loving-ladies in 2016! There’s so many!

Riese December 19, 2016 53 Comments
Book Features

Walking and Talking, Kicking and Screaming: An Interview with Ruth Curry of Emily Books

“If I saw my writing career through the eyes of a mediocre white man I’d be, like, that dude would be fucking high on himself constantly.”

Aisha December 19, 2016 5 Comments
Politics + Activism

Be the Change: Take Care of Your Community, Take Care of Yourself

When our communities are strong, we are strong. Let’s talk about supporting ourselves to support each other and vice versa.

KaeLyn December 19, 2016 19 Comments
Playlists

Playlist: Driving the PCH Desperately Seeking Healing, Also Probably You’re Crying

Sometimes everything falls apart. Sometimes shit hits the fan. Sometimes the only thing that makes sense is doing something that never really does.

Carmen December 19, 2016 7 Comments
Food Lists

22 Beers To Brew At Home (Because Why Go Outside Again, Ever)

I’m ready to take back the heritage that is so rightfully ours, and one way I’m going to do that is by homebrewing my own goddamn beer. With my girlfriend. And her cat. Please join us.

Laura Mandanas December 19, 2016 11 Comments
NSFW Sunday

NSFW Sunday Is Hoarding Sex Toys

How to have sex when you’re sick, how to tell a partner you want to tie them up, removing shame from masturbation, the secret to successful sex ed and more.

Ryan Yates December 18, 2016 5 Comments
Society + Culture

Sunday Funday is Sitting in Santa’s Lap and It’s Hella Gay, Thank You Very Much

A Christmas song dedicated to the soon-to-be faithless electors I really hope exist, Chelsea Handler on Fortune Feimster’s lap, 23 good memories from 2016 to make you forget about the last few weeks of it, something to look forward to in the new year, a whole lotta pride, and more good gay news!

Carmen December 18, 2016 4 Comments
Politics + Activism

Donald Trump Isn’t President Yet — And There’s Still Time To Stop Him

On Monday, the Electoral College members in every state will convene to cast their votes for the next president. Take action today to ensure they don’t vote for Donald Trump.

Carmen December 17, 2016 41 Comments
Geekery

Here’s What’s On Fire: A Tech News Roundup

Trump’s tech summit is cause for alarm in a dozen ways. Tom Wheeler steps down to give the GOP control over the FCC. And California’s governor is ready to fight the Republican party to save the earth.

A.E. Osworth December 17, 2016 11 Comments
Webcomics

Saturday Morning Cartoons: Friend4Friend

“Did Andy tell you yet?”

Archie December 17, 2016 7 Comments
Politics + Activism

North Carolina Republicans Really Hate Democracy, Pass New Laws to Limit Incoming Democratic Governor’s Power

In a last ditch effort to maintain Republican power in North Carolina, Gov. Pat McCrory signed a bill today that would limit the power of incoming Democratic Governor Roy Cooper, who unseated McCrory in a contested November election.

Yvonne December 16, 2016 12 Comments
Literature

Things I Read That I Love #217: Outcasts, Weirdos, Dweebs, Punks, Shy Kids, Cartoon Fanatics, and Serial Fidgeters

Topics include sleep, “my president was Black,” farm-to-table restaurants, Betsy DeVos, Pee Wee Herman, Journey into the Imagination, Chicago State University and so much more!

Riese December 16, 2016 13 Comments
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