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Politics + Activism

Towards A More Gay Union: Update On The States

It’s ten o’clock, do you know where your new legislation about gay people is? Well it could be coming to a state near you so get your galoshes on.

Rachel April 13, 2011 26 Comments
Politics + Activism

Donald Trump Doesn’t Like Gay People Anymore, But Guess What, He Never Did

Donald Trump is eager to throw gays under the bus in pursuit of the terrifying prospect of his presidency, which early polling suggests could be an Actual Thing.

Riese April 12, 2011 113 Comments
Politics + Activism

This Trans Man’s Discrimination Case Will Hopefully Change New Jersey, The Country

New Jersey has arguably the best legal protections for trans people in the workplace in the entire country, and that’s where possibly the most important trans lawsuit of our time is happening.

Rachel April 11, 2011 22 Comments
Politics + Activism

Jon Kyl’s Feelings About Planned Parenthood Are Invalid

Jon Kyl was lying. He was lying a lot. Jon Kyl’s feelings about Planned Parenthood are invalid.

Carmen April 11, 2011 13 Comments
Politics + Activism

NOM Strategist Realizes Homogays Are “Real People,” Now Supports Marriage Equality

“If there is an issue of shame, it is a result of acknowledging the number of people I have targeted, hurt and oppressed… much of [my work] I would now categorize as propaganda filled with strong and unnecessary rhetoric.”

Riese April 9, 2011 62 Comments
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Budget Compromise Happens, U.S. Government Still Exists But Is Still Mad Tho

The government will continue to exist, and you can even still apply for a passport, but no one made any new friends in Washington in the process.

Rachel April 9, 2011 34 Comments
Politics + Activism

Sorry, Gay Montanans, Your Secret Evil Recruitment Plan Is Blown

Republican Senator Ken Peterson has a lot of really special feelings about gay people.

Rachel April 8, 2011 23 Comments
Politics + Activism

Shanghai Police Detain a Record 60 Patrons in Frightening Gay Bar Raid

Gay men were happily drinking martinis and observing go-go dancers at a swanky gay lounge when police raided the place, detained 60-70 people, and reportedly denied them food and water. WTF?

Ryan Yates April 5, 2011 15 Comments
Politics + Activism

Is Another Popular Vote California’s Best Hope for Getting Gay Marriage this Century?

We’re all tired of waiting for Prop 8 to finally be struck down permanently in court, and Equality California thinks we might be better off doing it on our own.

Rachel April 5, 2011 10 Comments
Politics + Activism

Research Finds Hating Gay People Makes You A Hate Group, People Actually Surprised By This

So what is a “hate group,” anyway? And who REALLY cares about gay people, you know?

Carmen April 4, 2011 42 Comments
Politics + Activism

California Textbooks Might Include Gay Role Models, History

What if you had found out about gay historical figures and role models from your teacher, and not frantic late-night googling?

Ryan Yates April 4, 2011 29 Comments
Politics + Activism

Experts Agree It May Be Time To Get The Hell Out Of Indiana, Especially Gays And Women

If you are a gay person or woman or gay woman or human being, you may want to consider leaving the state of Indiana.

Rachel April 4, 2011 40 Comments
Politics + Activism

DADT Repeal Could Happen By Mid-Summer, KStew Doesn’t Want To Smile For You

This took forever because Dinah Shore but hey look, progress is being made with DADT and also the rest of the world seems pretty ok right now!

Rachel April 3, 2011 20 Comments
Politics + Activism

Gay People Legal Liabilities In Indiana, Montana

Things that are illegal in Indiana and Montana respectively: getting gay married and being gay.

Carmen April 2, 2011 7 Comments
Politics + Activism

85 Nations Agree: Gay People Deserve Protection From Discrimination

85 countries signed a statement by the United Nations Human Rights Council to support gay rights on March 22.

Ryan Yates March 31, 2011 13 Comments
Politics + Activism

Immigration Officials To Gay Binational Couples: Just Kidding, No Deportation Holds

Binational gay couples don’t have cause for celebration after all, according to US immigration officials.

Rachel March 31, 2011 10 Comments
Politics + Activism

All Of The Gay Marriages: This Week’s Roundup

Did you wake up today completely f*cking at a loss as to what the status of marriage equality is in yours or neighboring states? Chances are something in this post will help.

Carmen March 30, 2011 14 Comments
Politics + Activism

ACLU Thinks Gay Students Should Be Able To Access, Like, GLSEN Maybe?

Are you a gay student who’s sick and tired of having the sites that are meant to help you blocked? The ACLU would like to help with that!

Rachel March 30, 2011 15 Comments
Politics + Activism

Gay And Trans-Inclusive ENDA Introduced Again, Probably Going Nowhere Again

Today ENDA will be reintroduced to the House of Representatives and also fail in the House of Representatives.

Rachel March 29, 2011 9 Comments
Politics + Activism

Mike Huckabee Is A Terrifying Possible Future For Gay People, GOP Favorite

Mike Huckabee REALLY doesn’t want you to get married, and right now he’s the most likely Republican Presidential candidate. Awesome.

Rachel March 28, 2011 52 Comments
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