While the Department of Justice is expected to appeal yesterday's decision against DOMA by a U.S. district judge in Massachusetts, they have yet … [Read more...] about DOJ ‘Reviewing’ DOMA Decision
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Johnny Weir: “I Am Not Going To Change Something I Love Because Someone Tells Me It’s Wrong”
Don't get too excited—he was talking about wearing fur.Three-time U.S. National Champion and Olympic skater Johnny Weir has recorded a song called … [Read more...] about Johnny Weir: “I Am Not Going To Change Something I Love Because Someone Tells Me It’s Wrong”
Towleroad Guide to the Tube #682
FRANK KAMENY: The gay rights pioneer turns on to the street recently named for him during the Capital Pride parade over the weekend. A LETTER FOR … [Read more...] about Towleroad Guide to the Tube #682
Gay Bookstore Death Watch: Glad Day Bookshop in Toronto
Glad Day Bookshop in Toronto, said to be North America's oldest by the Globe & Mail, appears to be on the verge of extinction: "Glad Day … [Read more...] about Gay Bookstore Death Watch: Glad Day Bookshop in Toronto
Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell: Pelosi Plans Vote, Sarvis Strategizes, GetEqual Gives a Warning
DC Agenda gets this optimistic piece of news: "U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is planning to hold a vote this year in her chamber of … [Read more...] about Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell: Pelosi Plans Vote, Sarvis Strategizes, GetEqual Gives a Warning
Senate Confirms Lesbian Judge to the D.C. Superior Court
Embattled judicial nominee Marisa Demeo, whose nomination was held up by Senator Jim Demint (R-SC) and opposed by the Traditional Values Coalition who … [Read more...] about Senate Confirms Lesbian Judge to the D.C. Superior Court
Watch: British PM Gordon Brown’s Message for David Mixner
Longtime activist David Mixner was honored in New York last night with the Point Foundation's Legend Award for his 50 years of activism. … [Read more...] about Watch: British PM Gordon Brown’s Message for David Mixner
News: Albania, Ewan McGregor, Rapid City, Lost, Turkey
Albanians protest after Big Brother contestant declares he's gay: "On 11 March demonstrators on the streets of Lezhë protested, 'Lezha is … [Read more...] about News: Albania, Ewan McGregor, Rapid City, Lost, Turkey
Vivienne Westwood Offers Some Twinks in Underwear Activism
A couple more shots at YVY Mag. Vivienne Westwood's new underwear and accessories campaign is labeled "Leonard Peltier is … [Read more...] about Vivienne Westwood Offers Some Twinks in Underwear Activism
Anti-Gay Christian Group Files Suit Against Federal Hate Crimes Law
The Michigan Messenger reports that The Thomas More Law Center has filed a lawsuit against the federal government on behalf of "Gary Glenn, … [Read more...] about Anti-Gay Christian Group Files Suit Against Federal Hate Crimes Law