A reminder that “Mid-Century Modern,” the new gay-centered sitcom about chosen family is available now on Hulu. Continue reading “What To Watch: ‘Mid-Century Modern’ On Hulu”
Utah Bans Pride Flags, Fluoride In Drinking Water, Vote-By-Mail + More
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”
Texas Bill Would Require Photo ID To Buy Dildos Online
A bill introduced in the Texas legislature would require Texans to show their photo ID in order to buy a dildo online. Continue reading “Texas Bill Would Require Photo ID To Buy Dildos Online”
Federal Court Issues 2nd Injunction Against Trans Military Ban
Today, U.S. District Court Judge Benjamin Hale Settle issued what will now be a second nationwide preliminary injunction blocking implementation of Donald Trump’s transgender military ban. Continue reading “Federal Court Issues 2nd Injunction Against Trans Military Ban”
Bert & Ernie In Congress + Miami Beach Pride + More News
Some news items you might have missed: • Pink News: Rep. Robert Garcia (D-CA) trolled Republican efforts to defund PBS during a recent congressional hearing, sarcastically asking if beloved Sesame Street characters Bert & Ernie were “part of an extreme homosexual agenda.” Continue reading “Bert & Ernie In Congress + Miami Beach Pride + More News”
Relationship Between Trump Admin + Greenland Continues To Devolve
The relationship between Greenland and the Trump administration continues to devolve as Second Lady Usha Vance’s trip to the Arctic Island has been pared down to just a visit to the Pituffik Space Base. Continue reading “Relationship Between Trump Admin + Greenland Continues To Devolve”
TX Gov Still Hasn’t Called Special Election To Fill Dem House Seat
Rep. Sylvester Turner (D-TX) died two months into his first term representing congressional district 18 as a member of the House of Representatives. His funeral was held March 15. And yet, Gov. Greg Abbott (R) – who has the sole power to call a special election to fill the seat – has yet to do so. Gee, wonder why…? Continue reading “TX Gov Still Hasn’t Called Special Election To Fill Dem House Seat”
Anheuser-Busch Ends St. Louis PrideFest Sponsorship
For the first time in over 30 years, Anheuser-Busch has announced it will not be a sponsor of PrideFest, the annual LGBTQ festival in downtown St. Louis. Continue reading “Anheuser-Busch Ends St. Louis PrideFest Sponsorship”
Judge Halts Iowa’s School Library Ban Of LGBTQ Books
A federal judge has halted Iowa’s overly-broad law that calls for the removal of LGBTQ-themed books deemed “obscene” from school libraries saying the legislation violates the First Amendment rights of students as well as authors.. Continue reading “Judge Halts Iowa’s School Library Ban Of LGBTQ Books”
SignalGate Chat Published + Orville Peck + More News
Some news items I thought worth your time: • The Atlantic: The Atlantic has published the transcript of the now-infamous Signal chat “attack plans.” The White House tried to downplay the release, noting that The Atlantic headline used the phrase “attack plans” rather than “war plans,” which is a seriously lame defense. Continue reading “SignalGate Chat Published + Orville Peck + More News”