I recently made my way to John Jay Criminal College's Lloyd Sealy Library in New York City to take a look at the microfilmed court transcripts, most … [Read more...] about Remembering The Ariston Baths, New York’s First Anti-Gay Raid
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Palin Endorses Congressman Who Questions Obama’s Citizenship, Says Gay Marriage Leads To Polygamy
Sarah Palin has lent her name to another congressional race, this time for Rep. Steve Pearce.Calling Pearce a "principled conservative," … [Read more...] about Palin Endorses Congressman Who Questions Obama’s Citizenship, Says Gay Marriage Leads To Polygamy
The Tragedy Of Gay Teen Suicide – A Roundup
As we all know, discussion about gay teen suicide has swelled over the last week. Why the sudden increase? Who is to blame? What needs to be done … [Read more...] about The Tragedy Of Gay Teen Suicide – A Roundup
U.S. Could Get First Openly Gay Lieutenant Governor
Massachusetts State Senator Richard Tisei, the running mate for that state's Republican candidate Charlie Baker, could become the first openly gay … [Read more...] about U.S. Could Get First Openly Gay Lieutenant Governor
Exclusive: Virginia Congressional Candidate Krystal Ball Says Dems Who Don’t Stand For Equality Show ‘Lack Of Courage’
Andrew Belonsky: Why are you running? Why public service?Krystal Ball: It's a good questions, because I never thought I would run for Congress in … [Read more...] about Exclusive: Virginia Congressional Candidate Krystal Ball Says Dems Who Don’t Stand For Equality Show ‘Lack Of Courage’
News: Britney’s ‘Glee,’ Brad Goreski’s Liberation, and the NAACP’s Gay Crusade
Glee's Britney Spears episode broke ratings records for the hit series. When he heard that 90210 would be turning one of its leading men … [Read more...] about News: Britney’s ‘Glee,’ Brad Goreski’s Liberation, and the NAACP’s Gay Crusade
News: Nicki Minaj, Banned Books And ‘Stealth Jihad’
Virginia's Republican Governor, Bob McDonnell, says that he will not declare next April "Confederate History Month." Towleroad reader … [Read more...] about News: Nicki Minaj, Banned Books And ‘Stealth Jihad’
Out Politico Polis Issues Virtual Challenge for Chambliss
Republican Sen. Saxby Chambliss hoped to forget the "all fags must die" comment one of his staffers left on Joe My God last week. Sadly for … [Read more...] about Out Politico Polis Issues Virtual Challenge for Chambliss
NYT: Obama Should Not Appeal Ruling Declaring DADT Unconstitutional
From the New York Times: President Obama, the House and a majority of senators clearly support an end to “don’t ask, don’t tell,” but that, of … [Read more...] about NYT: Obama Should Not Appeal Ruling Declaring DADT Unconstitutional
NY Gov Paterson Vetoes Bill Offering Rent Relief to AIDS Patients
In July 2009, I posted a mesmerizing, emotional video of New York State Senator Thomas Duane delivering a 3 am speech in support of a … [Read more...] about NY Gov Paterson Vetoes Bill Offering Rent Relief to AIDS Patients