Some history made in Georgia yesterday, via The Victory Fund. The first openly gay African American lesbian state lawmaker was elected in the state, … [Read more...] about First Black Lesbian State Legislator Elected in Georgia
Archives for 2009
500 Clash in Vallejo, CA Over Mayor’s Anti-Gay Remarks
Vallejo's faith-based community faced off against the LGBT community and supporters in vocal protests last night at the City Council … [Read more...] about 500 Clash in Vallejo, CA Over Mayor’s Anti-Gay Remarks
NOM to D.C. Council: The People of D.C. ‘Have a God-Given Right to Vote for Marriage’
The national Organization for Marriage issued a statement in response to the D.C. Council's approval of marriage equality 11-2 yesterday in the … [Read more...] about NOM to D.C. Council: The People of D.C. ‘Have a God-Given Right to Vote for Marriage’
Family Ties Mom, Meredith Baxter: I’m Gay
Family Ties mom Meredith Baxter (above, now and then), came out of the closet on the Today show following reports in the National Enquirer that she … [Read more...] about Family Ties Mom, Meredith Baxter: I’m Gay
Evan Low Becomes Country’s Youngest Openly Gay Mayor
Campbell, California, just outside of San Jose, has a new, very young mayor: "The council promoted Evan Low, 26, from vice mayor to a one-year … [Read more...] about Evan Low Becomes Country’s Youngest Openly Gay Mayor
Maddow on Obama and Afghanistan: The ‘Bush Doctrine’ Survives
Last night, Obama announced he would be sending 30,000 more troops to Afghanistan. Rachel Maddow called last night's speech an "awkward … [Read more...] about Maddow on Obama and Afghanistan: The ‘Bush Doctrine’ Survives
New York Assembly Passes Marriage Equality Bill Again, Removing Obstacles Should Senate Approve It
Late last night, the New York Assembly passed the marriage equality bill again (it was passed once before this year, in May), the Empire State Pride … [Read more...] about New York Assembly Passes Marriage Equality Bill Again, Removing Obstacles Should Senate Approve It
Senate Drafting Bill – Possible Marriage Vote in NY Tomorrow
The Times-Union: "Senate spokesman Austin Shafran just announced that the Senate will not take up the DRP or any other legislation (read: gay … [Read more...] about Senate Drafting Bill – Possible Marriage Vote in NY Tomorrow
Adam Lambert Tells Ellen He Didn’t Mean to Disrespect Anybody
Adam Lambert appeared on Ellen today and talked about the American Music Awards controversy, saying he might have gone a bit too far:"I think in … [Read more...] about Adam Lambert Tells Ellen He Didn’t Mean to Disrespect Anybody
Towleroad Guide to the Tube #577: ‘I Talk Because’ Edition
Today, on World AIDS Day, NYC Council Speaker Christine Quinn, Health Committee Chair Joel Rivera, Council Member Rosie Mendez, and representatives … [Read more...] about Towleroad Guide to the Tube #577: ‘I Talk Because’ Edition