“I’m a 34-year-old NBA center. I’m black. And I’m gay,” says Jason Collins. I didn’t set out to be the first openly gay athlete playing in a major American team sport. But since I am, I’m happy to start the conversation. I wish I wasn’t the kid in the classroom raising his hand and saying, [...]
Sen. Ayotte, #InBedWithNRA, protected gun shop owners from burden of background checks for sales at gun shows or online
by David on April 29, 2013
Sen. Ayotte, #InBedWithNRA, protected gun shop owners from burden of bkgrnd checks for sales at gun shows or online. Earlier this month, Sen. Kelly Ayotte (R-NH) voted against a bipartisan measure to expand background checks for gun purchases conducted at gun shows and online and saw her approval ratings plummet by 15 points. But now [...]
WTF? …Husband, in-laws inject woman with HIV blood
by David on April 27, 2013
In a shocking incident, a woman was allegedly injected with HIV infected blood by her husband and in-laws at Cherukupalli mandal in Guntur district for conceiving a baby girl and failing to get more dowry. The husband and his parents allegedly did the ghastly deed with the help of a compounder who is also their [...]
A “Thoughtful, Good-Faith Effort”?? OK to be a Gay Scout but not OK as a Gay leader??
by David on April 26, 2013
Another #LDSfail. #ShameOnLDS SALT LAKE CITY — The Mormon church has given its blessing to the Boy Scouts of America on its latest proposal to lift the gay ban for youth members but continue to exclude gays as adult leaders. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints posted a statement on its website Thursday [...]
An Anti-Gay Scoutmaster Gets A Tough Life Lesson From A Straight Eagle Scout And A Gay News Anchor
by David on April 25, 2013
I found this on Upworthy.com. Watch Eagle Scout Zach Wahls and reporter Don Lemon go ahead and shut down every awful idea this scoutmaster/personal injury lawyer attempts to throw at them.
Jennifer Lopez’s Lesbian Aunt: Star Says ‘The Fosters’ TV Show Inspired By Late Relative
by David on April 25, 2013
Lopez attempted to hold back tears when she began speaking about her aunt who recently passed from cancer. The “If You Had My Love” singer said she thought of the plight her aunt faced while deciding to take on the executive producer role. “I had an aunt who was gay. I lived with her and [...]
David Ford steps down as church elder amid gay vote probe
by David on April 25, 2013
Justice Minister David Ford has stepped down as a Presbyterian elder while the church authorities investigate his support for gay marriage. The Alliance Party leader – who voiced his support of same-sex marriage eight months ago while the Presbyterian Church opposed the proposal – has stepped aside as an elder in the church where his [...]
Let’s explore diabetes with owls by David Sedaris.
by David on April 24, 2013
Let’s explore diabetes with owls by David Sedaris. A new collection of essays from the #1 New York Times bestselling author who has been called “the preeminent humorist of his generation” (Entertainment Weekly). From the unique perspective of David Sedaris comes a new book of essays taking his readers on a bizarre and stimulating [...]
Principal Mark Shue needs to step up and apologize.
by David on April 24, 2013
A transgender high school student from Pennsylvania who was denied a bid to become prom king is getting support from social media communities advocating for equal rights. Issak Wolfe is a senior at Red Lion Area Senior High School in York County, Pa. His transition experience at the rural high school was relatively positive up [...]
R.I. senate Republicans unanimously support marriage equality bill
by David on April 23, 2013
The Rhode Island Senate Republican Caucus on Tuesday announced their support for a bill legalizing same-sex marriage, becoming the first unanimous legislative caucus in the nation — of either party — to support marriage equality. “Our Senate Republican Caucus is deeply committed to the values of freedom, liberty and limited government. In accordance with those [...]