Author: Randy Slovacek

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Thousands Of ‘No Kings’ Protests Begin Across The Country

'No Kings' rally in Times Square (photo: Larry Pfeil)

Crowds are assembling today nationwide at over 2,600 sites for a new wave of “No Kings” demonstrations opposing President Donald Trump amid escalating tensions related to a government shutdown, strict immigration policies, and military deployments aimed at combating crime in cities run by Democrats.

“No Kings” brings together hundreds of national and local activist groups united in protest what they see as deepening authoritarianism within the administration.  The movement is committed to nonviolent action. Continue reading “Thousands Of ‘No Kings’ Protests Begin Across The Country”

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Trump Commutes Prison Sentence Of Disgraced Former Rep. George Santos

Former congressman George Santos

Donald Trump announced today he has commuted the sentence of serial liar and former Representative George Santos, the disgraced Republican fabulist from New York who was sentenced to more than seven years in prison for financial fraud. Continue reading “Trump Commutes Prison Sentence Of Disgraced Former Rep. George Santos”

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Republicans Are Really Wetting Themselves Over Upcoming ‘No Kings’ Rallies

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) took time out of his busy schedule – what with the government shutdown now for 17 days and the House adjourned – to put out a lengthy statement about the many ‘No Kings’ rallies scheduled to take place all across the country casting the events as “hate America” rallies. Continue reading “Republicans Are Really Wetting Themselves Over Upcoming ‘No Kings’ Rallies”

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New Music: Rachael Sage & The Sequins ‘Nexus’

Rachael Sage drops her new single "Nexus"

Out singer-songwriter Rachael Sage and her longtime band The Sequins drop their powerful new single “Nexus” from their upcoming studio album Canopy.

An uplifting, utopian folk-pop manifesto, “Nexus” is Sage’s sobering response to the tragic story of Nex Benedict who passed away after being beaten by their school peers for being nonbinary. Continue reading “New Music: Rachael Sage & The Sequins ‘Nexus’”

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‘Palm Royale’ Season 2 Trailer + More News

Ricky Martin in Season 2 of 'Palm Royale'

Some news items I thought worth your time:

• Queerty: Check out the trailer for Season 2 of Apple TV’s campy series “Palm Royale” centered on 1960s Palm Beach high society starring Kristen Wiig, Ricky Martin, Allison Janney, Laura Dern and Carol Burnett. Season two premieres Wednesday, November 12 on Apple TV. Continue reading “‘Palm Royale’ Season 2 Trailer + More News”

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Snoop Dogg Teams Up With GLAAD For Spirit Day 2025

Spirit Day

GLAAD, the world’s largest LGBTQ media advocacy organization, is partnering with award-winning musician, actor and business leader Snoop Dogg to support Spirit Day.

Since 2010, GLAAD has orchestrated a powerful campaign on Spirit Day when talent, media outlets, brands, landmarks, sports leagues, faith groups, school districts, organizations, colleges, and universities go purple as a united show of support for LGBTQ youth. Continue reading “Snoop Dogg Teams Up With GLAAD For Spirit Day 2025”

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Bondi Claims Matching Protest Signs Prove Antifa Is ‘Well-Funded Criminal Org’

Former Attorney General Pam Bondi

Attorney General Pam Bondi is facing a lot of backlash for her recent claim that antifa is a well-funded, criminal organization because many anti-MAGA protestors have “matching signs.” Continue reading “Bondi Claims Matching Protest Signs Prove Antifa Is ‘Well-Funded Criminal Org’”

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Vance Downplays Bigoted Young Republicans’ Chat Messages As ‘Edgy Jokes’

Vice President JD Vance on Wednesday downplayed bigoted messages in Young Republicans’ group chats, suggesting they were nothing more than “edgy, offensive jokes” from “young boys.” Continue reading “Vance Downplays Bigoted Young Republicans’ Chat Messages As ‘Edgy Jokes’”

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Caught On Camera Stealing LGBTQ Signs, Now Faces $$$ In Fines + More News

man charged with stealing LGBTQ signs

Some news items I thought worth your time:

• LGBTQ Nation: 56-year-old Frank Hobbs Jr. was caught on camera stealing pro-LGBTQ yard signs last June, eventually claiming that local officials had given him permission to remove “pedophile symbols.” But now he’s being charged with violating state civil rights laws and could face thousands in fines.

• Gay Times: Amazon MGM has announced the highly-anticipated sequel to “Red, White & Royal Blue” has been officially greenlit via a short teaser posted to social media. Continue reading “Caught On Camera Stealing LGBTQ Signs, Now Faces $$$ In Fines + More News”

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Texas City Considers Repealing Local LGBTQ Protections

Arlington City Council meeting

In my news round-up yesterday, I included a report that the city council of Arlington, Texas, had scheduled a vote Tuesday evening on removing LGBTQ protections from the city’s anti-discrimination ordinance.

But the Arlington City Council instead decided to delay making any changes to the ordinance until November 18, according to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Continue reading “Texas City Considers Repealing Local LGBTQ Protections”