Biden’s LGBTQ History-Making 2022 + More News

John Casey takes a look at President Joe Biden's LGBTQ history-making year - from codifying marriage equality to calling for protections for trans people.
President Joe Biden
Some news items you might have missed: • The Advocate: John Casey takes a look at President Joe Biden’s LGBTQ history-making year – from codifying marriage equality to calling for protections for trans people. Continue reading “Biden’s LGBTQ History-Making 2022 + More News”

Amy Grant Will Host Niece’s Same-Sex Wedding + More News

Amy Grant, the Queen of Christian pop and 2022 Kennedy Center Honor recipient, recently announced she is hosting the same-sex marriage of her niece.
Amy Grant (via official Facebook)
Some news items you might have missed: • The Advocate: Amy Grant, the Queen of Christian pop and 2022 Kennedy Center Honor recipient, recently announced she is hosting the same-sex marriage of her niece. Continue reading “Amy Grant Will Host Niece’s Same-Sex Wedding + More News”

Grand Central Christmas Memories + More News

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Some news items you might have missed: • JoeMyGod: Joe Jervis, one of my favorite bloggers, penned his New York City memory, “Dance of the Sugar Plum Lesbians,” years ago and fortunately, it’s become an annual tradition. Well worth the reading. Continue reading “Grand Central Christmas Memories + More News”

Jan 6 Committee Refers Trump For Criminal Prosecution On 4 Counts

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The House select committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol voted unanimously today to send to Justice Department prosecutors criminal referrals recommending Donald Trump be charged with four federal crimes. Continue reading “Jan 6 Committee Refers Trump For Criminal Prosecution On 4 Counts”

ROTFL: “Major Announcement” From Trump – Digital Trading Cards

Donald Trump digital trading cards announced.
ROTFL…
Donald Trump had teased his followers on Truth Social that he had a “major announcement” to make today. Nope, not about his campaign like revealing a possible running mate for 2024 or a much dreaded return to Twitter. The big news…wait for it…is digital trading cards – and you don’t even get any bubble gum. Continue reading “ROTFL: “Major Announcement” From Trump – Digital Trading Cards”

Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss Dead At 40 + More News

Stephen 'tWitch' Boss
Stephen “tWitch” Boss (screen capture)
Some news items you might have missed: • TMZ: Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss, the famed DJ on Ellen DeGeneres’ talk show, is dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene. If you are in crisis or despair please call: 988. Continue reading “Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss Dead At 40 + More News”

NYC Gay Bar Designated A Landmark + More News

Julius’ Bar in New York City (screen capture)
Some news items you might have missed: • Edge Media: The Landmarks Preservation Commission has designated the long-running gay bar in New York City, Julius’ Bar, as an individual landmark. In 1966, it was against the law to serve alcohol to gay people. Then activists decided to stage the infamous “sip-in” at Julius’ to make a point. Continue reading “NYC Gay Bar Designated A Landmark + More News”

Trump’s Taxes, Wrestle Wednesday + More

Donald Trump
Some news items you might have missed: • CNN: Following last week’s decision by the Supreme Court to not reverse lower courts’ decisions on the matter, the House Ways and Means Committee now has six years of Donald Trump’s federal tax returns. Continue reading “Trump’s Taxes, Wrestle Wednesday + More”