Comedy Cancelled At White House Correspondents Dinner + More News

Amber Ruffin (screen capture)

Some news items you might have missed: • The Advocate: The White House Correspondents’ Association is scrapping the traditional comedy portion of its annual dinner, marking a departure from a decades-long practice of balancing press freedom with political satire. The WHCA had previously announced that queer comedian and Emmy-nominated writer Amber Ruffin (above) would headline the April 26 event. Continue reading “Comedy Cancelled At White House Correspondents Dinner + More News”

Trump Wants ‘Giant Scam’ PBS + NPR Defunded

Donald Trump, convicted felon

Donald Trump took to social media this week to calling on Republicans in Congress to stop federal funding from PBS, calling it a “giant SCAM,” “horrible and completely biased,” and an arm “of the Radical Left Democrat Party.” Continue reading “Trump Wants ‘Giant Scam’ PBS + NPR Defunded”

36th GLAAD Media Awards + New Music From Lucy Dacus + More

Michael Urie hosts the 36th GLAAD Media Awards (photo: Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images)

Some news items I thought worth your time: • GLAAD: The 36th Annual GLAAD Media Awards were presented last night at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles hosted by the hilarious Michael Urie (above).  Hit the link for full list of honorees. The event will stream on Hulu beginning Saturday, April 12. • New Music: Out recording artist Lucy Dacus drops her new album, Forever Is A Feeling. Check out the dreamy-yet-playful music video for “Best Guess,” an ode to long-term partnership. Continue reading “36th GLAAD Media Awards + New Music From Lucy Dacus + More”

Utah Bans Pride Flags, Fluoride In Drinking Water, Vote-By-Mail + More

State of Utah

I can’t help but notice Utah is having quite the time this week. Just this morning, Utah made history as the first state in the country to prohibit pride flags from being displayed in all public schools and on government property. Continue reading “Utah Bans Pride Flags, Fluoride In Drinking Water, Vote-By-Mail + More”