Musings

Musings

Womanist Musings has some data on the issue priorities of LGBT folks, and writes, “just like any other social grouping in the GLBT community, whiteness seeks to lead and make its issues primarily the focus for organizing.” (courtesy of Feministing). This is an issue we just tend to shy away from here in Pittsburgh.  The […]

Same Sex Ballroom Dance Lessons

Same Sex Ballroom Dance Lessons

This looks like big fun.  I've always wanted to learn how to ballroom dance.  Getting dressed up and attending the Lambda Ball was a big thrill for me.  I love when people design these things for same sex couples so that folks can be comfortable.  I'd posit that a mixed-couple session should be the way […]

New PG online forum

New PG online forum

Check out the Post Gazette's new community forum.  There are some bugs in the program, but it does make the paper more interactive.  More reading to fit into my day.  Sigh.   Check it out:  http://community.post-gazette.com/

PG Letters to the Editor on County Anti-Discrimination Bill

Ray McGogney of Shaler sees right through the culture wars.  His letter to the editor in the Post-Gazette shatters the right-wing argument that the County Anti-Discrimination legislation is going to limit the religious freedom of anyone.  The anti-discrimination bill before County Council (“Discrimination Bill Draws Large Crowd,” Jan. 16) has nothing to do with personal […]

Democratic, Republican and Senate Leaders Remain Silent in the Face of Anti-Gay Rhetoric

Democratic, Republican and Senate Leaders Remain Silent in the Face of Anti-Gay Rhetoric

I am disappointed.  It has been more than 72 hours since John Eichelberger of the Pennsylvania State Senate uttered his hateful comment that he is “allowing” gay persons to exist.  Everyone knows. This hits to my blog post and the one at 2 Political Junkies are filled with visitors from all sorts of chambers and governmental […]

City Paper publishes article on Council hearing (are you paying attention, PG?)

City Paper publishes article on Council hearing (are you paying attention, PG?)

Melissa has the story at the City Paper. She covered the Allegheny County Council hearing on a proposed Human Rights Commission.  She talked to pro-ordinance folks.  She talked to anti-ordinance folks.  She considers multiple angles on the gay rights versus religious freedoms issues.  All in all, she does a pretty good job covering the event.  […]

Google Groups is broken

Google Groups is broken

I can't get to any of the groups I manage.  There are dozens of help requests posted on the boards, but nothing from Google yet.  Anyone have word?  Also, I opened up today's PG and learned that check cashing places are regulated.  Some dude in Monroeville broke the existing laws and is heading to jail.  […]

“There’s a queen on the board as well …”

“There’s a queen on the board as well …”

This is absolutely wonderful …   The Daily Show With Jon StewartM – Th 11p / 10c Bishop Gene Robinson Barack Obama InterviewJohn McCain Interview Sarah Palin VideoFunny Election Video

In the neighborhood ..

In the neighborhood ..

As I've mentioned before, we live in the Northside neighborhood of Manchester on a fairly quiet block.  Our neighbors are a mix of races, socio-economic classes and family compositions. It is the kind of neighborhood where people nod and wave, occasionally exchange a few words and pretty much mind their own business (especially when business […]

The Agenda: Civil Rights

The Agenda:  Civil Rights

From the updated White House website.  It sounds great.  Now let's see what kind of inclusive action unfolds. Support for the LGBT Community “While we have come a long way since the Stonewall riots in 1969, we still have a lot of work to do. Too often, the issue of LGBT rights is exploited by […]