Traditionally, manslaughter convictions require knowledge of consequences, or to closely track the language of New Jersey's reckless homicide … [Read more...] about ‘Sometimes, the laws don’t adequately address the situation.’
Julie Bindel
Children Are So Gay
As a legal principle used to determine adoptive rights, attachment theory could encompass grandparents who assume early childhood … [Read more...] about Children Are So Gay
Teen Student Kills Self After Years Of Gay Taunts
Now, Asher's parents hope to use his death as a lesson: "Our son is just the extreme case of what happens when (someone is) just … [Read more...] about Teen Student Kills Self After Years Of Gay Taunts
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
BBC’s ‘Lip Service,’ The Next ‘Queer As Folk?’
BBC this month premieres a new six-episode lesbian dramedy called Lip Service, about a group of lesbian friends living in Scotland. Apparently the … [Read more...] about BBC’s ‘Lip Service,’ The Next ‘Queer As Folk?’
Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, A Time To Get Tested
"My AIDS Death" By Robert RafskyWhen I discovered I was infected with H.I.V., I wasn’t worried at first. Maybe I was in denial. My T4 cells, … [Read more...] about Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, A Time To Get Tested
For Your Entertainment, Bobbie Gentry
Well, it's about that time: the weekend hour. Before I head off until Monday - please do join me again! - I'd like to offer clips of legendary … [Read more...] about For Your Entertainment, Bobbie Gentry
News: Gendered Toys, Lindsay Lohan’s Prison and Education, Texas Style
McDonald's makes clear distinction between "boy toys" and "girl toys." Sorry for the inconvenience. Chris Evans wpre … [Read more...] about News: Gendered Toys, Lindsay Lohan’s Prison and Education, Texas Style
“Hello” From Your Substitute, Andrew
It's been a busy day, and I'm sorry it has taken me so long to say hello, reader. So, "Hello," I'm Andrew Belonsky, your earnest … [Read more...] about “Hello” From Your Substitute, Andrew
Rachel Maddow Illuminates Latest Culture War: ‘Carrot Schtick’
It's tempting to claim that the culture wars only involve bold-faced, controversial subjects like sexuality or gender identity. Such a position, … [Read more...] about Rachel Maddow Illuminates Latest Culture War: ‘Carrot Schtick’