Author: Randy Slovacek

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Jonathan Van Ness & Antoni Porowski ‘Finally Together’ + More News

Queer Eye hosts Jonathan Van Ness and Antoni Porowski shared on Twitter that after years of joking about it they are "finally together."
Antoni Porowski and Jonathan Van Ness (via Twitter)
Some news items you might have missed: • Gayety: Queer Eye host Jonathan Van Ness has had more than a tiny crush on his co-star Antoni Porowski for some time. The two have famously exchanged flirtatious banter during the show. On Wednesday, Porowski and JVN took to social media to announce that they are “finally together.” Continue reading “Jonathan Van Ness & Antoni Porowski ‘Finally Together’ + More News”

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No Senate Vote On Same-Sex Marriage Bill Before Midterms

Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis), lead sponsor on the Respect for Marriage Act  which would codify same-sex marriage into law, told reporters today there will not be a Senate vote on the before the midterm elections.
Sen. Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin (image via official Facebook)
Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis), lead sponsor on the Respect for Marriage Act  which would codify same-sex marriage into law, told reporters today there will not be a Senate vote on the bill before the midterm elections. Continue reading “No Senate Vote On Same-Sex Marriage Bill Before Midterms”

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Supreme Court Refuses To Block LGBTQ Student Group At Yeshiva University

In a rare loss for supporters of "religious freedom," the Supreme Court declined - on a 5 to 4 vote - a request from Yeshiva University to block a lower court order that requires the New York university to recognize a “Pride Alliance” LGBTQ student club.
The U.S. Supreme Court building
In a rare loss for supporters of “religious freedom,” the Supreme Court declined – on a 5 to 4 vote – a request from Yeshiva University to block a lower court order that requires the New York university to recognize a “Pride Alliance” LGBTQ student club. Continue reading “Supreme Court Refuses To Block LGBTQ Student Group At Yeshiva University”

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Kit Connor + Summer Camp For LGBTQ Teens + More News

Heartstopper star Kit Connor announced he's deleted the Twitter app following accusations of 'queerbaiting' after being photographed holding the hand of a female co-star
L-R Kit Connor, Joe Locke of Heartstopper (via Netflix)
Some news items you might have missed: • Out: Heartstopper star Kit Connor announced he’s deleted the Twitter app following accusations of ‘queerbaiting’ after being photographed holding the hand of a female co-star of a film he’s shooting. Folks, Kit is 18 – please leave him and his sexuality alone. Continue reading “Kit Connor + Summer Camp For LGBTQ Teens + More News”

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GOP Elections Commissioner Charged In Voter Fraud Scheme

A Republican elections official, Jason T. Schofield, was arrested and charged with 12 felony counts for falsely obtaining and filing absentee ballots last year in a brazen voter fraud scheme.. A Republican elections official, Jason T. Schofield, was arrested and charged with 12 felony counts for falsely obtaining and filing absentee ballots last year in a brazen voter fraud scheme. This must be that election fraud Donald Trump keeps talking about… Continue reading “GOP Elections Commissioner Charged In Voter Fraud Scheme”

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Sheryl Lee Ralph And More Great Emmy Wins + More News

LGBTQ ally and forever Dreamgirl Sheryl Lee Ralph took home the trophy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series in Abbott Elementary. This is an acceptance speech for the ages.
Sheryl Lee Ralph on her Emmy Award win (image via Emmys.com)
Some news items you might have missed: • Gayety: Check out highlights for LGBTQ artists and allies at the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards. My favorite moment – longtime LGBTQ ally and forever Dreamgirl Sheryl Lee Ralph took home the trophy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series in Abbott Elementary. This is an acceptance speech for the ages. Continue reading “Sheryl Lee Ralph And More Great Emmy Wins + More News”

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Michigan GOP Chair Tries/Fails With Homophobic Tweet Aimed At Pete Buttigieg

Meshawn Maddock (screen capture)
Meshawn Maddock, co-chair of the Michigan Republican Party, labeled Pete Buttigieg, current Transportation Secretary and former officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve, a “weak little girl” on Twitter Sunday. Sad that this is what plays well in the GOP today… Continue reading “Michigan GOP Chair Tries/Fails With Homophobic Tweet Aimed At Pete Buttigieg”

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Report: Russia Spent Millions To Influence Politics In Dozens Of Countries

Russian President Vladimir Putin (screen capture)
Russian President Vladimir Putin (screen capture)
This would be some of that “interference” we kept hearing about regarding the 2016 election? A new report reveals massive spending by Russia in efforts to influence elections and politics in dozens of countries. Continue reading “Report: Russia Spent Millions To Influence Politics In Dozens Of Countries”