Speaking to the National Association of Black Journalists today, Donald Trump declared that Vice President Kamala Harris “was always of Indian heritage” and then “she became a Black person.” Continue reading “Trump: Kamala Harris “Became A Black Person””
Harley-Davidson Targeted For LGBTQ Support + More News
Some news items you might have missed: • JoeMyGod: Harley-Davidson is the latest major brand to face backlash over its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives — with ultra-conservative influencer Robby Starbuck calling for a boycott of the motorcycle maker. As Joe notes, every major company targeted by Starbuck has caved. Continue reading “Harley-Davidson Targeted For LGBTQ Support + More News”
Team USA Women’s Gymnasts Win Gold + More News
Some news items you might have missed: • NBC Olympics: The U.S. women’s gymnastic team took home the gold at the Paris Olympics today, beginning with solid vaults from Simone Biles and Jade Carey and ending with a crowd-rousing routine by Biles on the floor exercise. Continue reading “Team USA Women’s Gymnasts Win Gold + More News”
190K ‘White Dudes’ Raise $4 Million For Kamala Harris Campaign
Following “Black Women for Harris,” “White Women for Harris,” and “Out for Kamala Harris,” a group calling itself “White Dudes for Harris” gathered nearly 200,000 people in a ZOOM call last night in a call to action raising over $4 million for Harris’s campaign. Continue reading “190K ‘White Dudes’ Raise $4 Million For Kamala Harris Campaign”
Donald Trump’s Nephew: My Uncle Is ‘Atomic Crazy’
Last week, I shared an excerpt from the new book All In The Family: The Trumps and How We Got This Way from Fred Trump III, nephew of Donald Trump, where he vividly remembered the Donald telling him disabled people “should just die.” Fred Trump has now sat down with ABC News’ Aaron Katersky to share more saying his uncle is “atomic crazy,” that he witnessed him using racial slurs decades ago — and that he plans to vote for Kamala Harris. Continue reading “Donald Trump’s Nephew: My Uncle Is ‘Atomic Crazy’”
Olympic Gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik: From Clark Kent To Superman
U.S. gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik had a moment for the Olympic history books last night as he helped the U.S. men’s gymnastic team score its first medal at the Olympic Games in 16 years. Continue reading “Olympic Gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik: From Clark Kent To Superman”
Harris Will Show For ABC Debate With Or Without Trump + More News
Some news items you might have missed: • The Hill: A campaign spokesman for Vice President Kamala Harris said that Harris will be at the Sept. 10 debate hosted by ABC News — to which Trump and President Biden had both previously agreed — regardless of Trump’s attendance. Continue reading “Harris Will Show For ABC Debate With Or Without Trump + More News”
Record Number Of LGBTQ Athletes At Paris Olympics
There are 191 out gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer and nonbinary athletes participating in the 2024 Paris Olympics – more than any other Olympic Games in history. Continue reading “Record Number Of LGBTQ Athletes At Paris Olympics”
Dating ‘Green Flags’ + Team LGBTQ At Paris Olympics + More
Some news items you might have missed: • Queerty: We all know about red flags as we make our way in the dating world, but the Redditors of r/askgaybros recently shared examples of “green flags” they’ve encountered – the signs that you may have found your one true love. Continue reading “Dating ‘Green Flags’ + Team LGBTQ At Paris Olympics + More”
Pete Buttigieg On The Promises Donald Trump Didn’t Keep
During an appearance on Fox News this morning, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg reminded folks which promises Donald Trump did and didn’t keep during his time in the White House. Continue reading “Pete Buttigieg On The Promises Donald Trump Didn’t Keep”