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THE PORTRAYAL OF THE LGB COMMUNITY INTHE MEDIA

THE PORTRAYAL OF THE LGB COMMUNITY INTHE MEDIA EXTRACT FROM “NEVER BLEND IN: THE LEGACY OF HARVEY MILK” BY DAVID WATTERS "All men are created equal. No matter how hard you try, you can never erase those words." Harvey Milk NEITHER VICTIM NOR VILLAIN BE... The LGBT community continue to be portrayed in the media as either Victims or Villains. Representations of gay men as only weak, lesbians as only butch and masculine damage society and hold us all back from our true potential. There are rel… Continue

Added by David Watters on February 4, 2010 at 11:01am — No Comments

BE IN MY BOOK!!!

My book, NEVER BLEND IN: THE LEGACY OF HARVEY MILK is almost complete. If you want your voice to be heard, there is still time and I would be happy to hear your thoughts on Harvey Milk, LGBT suicide, the social inequality faced by LGBT people, your knowledge of PFLAG, The Trevor Project, GLAAD and any other organisations that exist to support the community. Remember to invite your friends to join the page and support my book.… Continue

Added by David Watters on February 2, 2010 at 10:40pm — No Comments

starting a new life on the west coast

so recently i have decided to move to San Diego, Ca. with my fiancee John.things have been going very well so far. right now its just a matter of money for us to move out of his parents house and into our own apartment. we looked at a two bedroom today ,but we just don't have the money right now for a deposit.he has been working nights as a CNA for a nurse staffing agency . my parents hate the fact that i have decided to try living on my own again , they think i'm going to become homeless if i d… Continue

Added by kait madison on December 4, 2009 at 7:59pm — No Comments

Speech Writing: How To Write A Good One?

Speech writing is in lots of ways similar writing a paper, apart from that there is no penalty for spelling and punctuation mistakes. You should not try to write words in your speech that you are not relaxed pronouncing or don't know the meaning of because it can lead to a less fluently delivered speech. To be able to write a high-quality speech is a lot like making a good cake. Having the right elements is key for it's success. Every… Continue

Added by Barbara Wilkins on November 17, 2009 at 1:41am — No Comments

Harvey Milk Day now an official California Holiday

"Harvey Milk Day, a state day to honor the slain San Francisco gay rights advocate, is now official in California thanks to a somewhat unexpected signature Monday from Republican Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, who has vetoed such legislation in the past." Here is the article on SF Gate: http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/blogs/nov05election/detail?entry_id=49385 Continue

Added by Andrew Mager on October 12, 2009 at 1:20pm — No Comments

CHRIS MASON | DRIVING EQUALITY

You can't see anything from a car; you've got to get out of the goddamn contraption and walk, better yet crawl, on hands and knees, over the sandstone and through the thorn-brush and cactus. When traces of blood begin to mark your trail, you'll see something, maybe. ~Edward Abbey CHRIS MASON Chris Mason, who is the inspiring figure behind Driving Equality (http://drivingequality.com/) and a full-time student majoring in Peace and Justice Studies at Tufts University, has been a pro-equality adv… Continue

Added by David Watters on July 26, 2009 at 8:54am — No Comments

NEVER BLEND IN:The Legacy of Harvey Milk

Researched and Written by David Watters Soon to be published and including interviews with those who knew Harvey Milk. Never Blend In:The Legacy of Harvey Milk is a timely and unique collection of inspirational interviews with well known and everyday people who represent the great diversity within the LGBT Community. Stuart Milk, nephew of Harvey Milk, has said of the research, “I love your work which is vital to show the richness of embracing and celebrating our wonderful diversity. As Harve… Continue

Added by David Watters on July 22, 2009 at 1:52pm — No Comments

Sorry for the shameless self promotion, BUT...

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Added by Paul R. Middlebrook on June 7, 2009 at 6:09am — No Comments

NEVER BLEND IN: THE DEADLIEST OF SINS (INCLUDES AN INTERVIEW WITH DJ Reed McGowan)

NEVER BLEND IN: THE DEADLIEST OF SINS Researched and Written by David Watters "Someday, maybe, there will exist a well-informed, well-considered, and yet fervent public conviction that the most deadly of all possible sins is the mutilation of a child's spirit." Erik Erikson (1902-1994) The transition through adolescence is challenging for many as this is a period where identity is most vigorously being shaped. If, during this time, a young person realizes that he/she is lesbian, gay, or b… Continue

Added by David Watters on May 14, 2009 at 2:15am — No Comments

Creative Arts Group...of some sort

A month ago, I was ready to run away to San Francisco and leave this town behind after I graduate. Lately I have been thinking hard about who is going to clean up this town. Everyone talks about leaving Marion because Marion is a shithole. But, no one gives suggestions about how to make Marion a better place. Now, I'm taking that task upon myself. I don't know if I will make a living, or if I will be able to retain my sanity. That has yet to be seen. However, I am going to stay in Marion, and st… Continue

Added by Tabitha on May 12, 2009 at 3:43pm — No Comments

When did we turn in to sheep?

What will it take for Americans to stop following the rules of the narcisistic, power brokers, and money movers. I would hope that each and every single voice will someday find it's own channel.There are many different ways to get the word out. Here is one I use. http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1504275/we_the_sheeple.html?cat=17 Continue

Added by Paul R. Middlebrook on May 8, 2009 at 10:37am — No Comments

Stand up for Liberty!

I would like to know how many Libertarians there are on this site. Continue

Added by Paul R. Middlebrook on April 30, 2009 at 5:01pm — 2 Comments

Are we Ever Really Free?

I believe that in life, there is more to it than meets the eye. And socially, I believe everyone is trying to be the same. And everyday people are ruled by their pathetic life's drama: media, parents, friends, political crap, etc.. I am one of those p… Continue

Added by SunshineCJ17 on April 29, 2009 at 1:00pm — 1 Comment

The minority

The other day, I was having a conversation with my sister about gay marriage. She said she didn't really agree with it, but she didn't think it was a big deal either. I told her that I didn't think that the majority should be voting on an issue that only affects (effects? ugh) the minority. She gave me a raised eyebrow at this comment. It made me really ponder the idea. Why should I be able to vote on an issue that will not change my life in any way? Well, besides the fact that my gay friends w… Continue

Added by Tabitha on April 27, 2009 at 7:42pm — No Comments

Poll: Was Miss California overstepping when she expressed her opposition to gay marriage?

Since this news story is pretty popular this week, I thought it deserved some of our input. Go here to take our poll! Vote, leave a comment or write your own blog about equal rights! Continue

Added by Megan Pearlman on April 23, 2009 at 12:30pm — No Comments

Paterson Unveils Same-Sex Marriage Bill

Gov. David A. Paterson on Thursday announced he would introduce a bill to legalize same-sex marriage, drawing on the soaring oratory of the civil rights movement to call on the Legislature to add New York to the four states that have already authorized such unions. Comparing the status of gay men and lesbians to that of African-Americans, Jews, women and other groups who were historically excluded from full political and social equality, Mr. Paterson said he would lead a movement to authorize s… Continue

Added by Enrique Gutierrez on April 16, 2009 at 8:24am — No Comments

I'm a REFORMED Republican

Apr 2009 Libertarians applaud steps toward marriage equality WASHINGTON – America’s third largest party Monday praised officials in Iowa, Vermont and the District of Columbia for taking recent steps toward marriage equality, and urged legislators in all states to scrap government licensing, taxation and regulation of marriage. Continue

Added by Paul R. Middlebrook on April 14, 2009 at 8:09am — 1 Comment

Can someone please explain to me one thing?

The thing I do not really understand is why the Gay Marriage is an issue at all. I am a conservative Christian in the midwest so most people would probably assume that I am a hateful individual against any type of Gay or Lesbian. The thing that does not make any sense to me is why Marriage is not taken out altogether as a government institution. If the Government has to have some type of control over the process I am sure that they can create some sort of civil union that really has nothing to d… Continue

Added by Phillip Allen Crim on April 8, 2009 at 8:25am — 5 Comments

Vermont Passes Gay-Marriage Bill (4/50)

BOSTON (Reuters) - Vermont lawmakers on Tuesday overrode a veto from the governor in passing a bill that would allow same-sex marriage, clearing the way for the state to become the fourth in the nation where gay marriage is legal. The Vermont House of Representatives passed the bill by a 100-49 vote after it cleared the state Senate 23-5 earlier in the day. In Vermont, a bill needs two-thirds support in each chamber to o… Continue

Added by Enrique Gutierrez on April 7, 2009 at 9:46am — No Comments

A Little About Myself

I'm an incoming law student that will be attending one of the top 10 [hopefully] law schools. I'm dedicated to helping people and volunteering. I want to change the world and make an impact to society. I know it is such a cliché thing to say, but if Barack Obama can say it, then I can too. I have so many ideas that I'd like to put into effect. I honestly can say that I know what it feels like to stuck w/ short end of the stick. Trust me; I fit all of the minority types as lectured by my favorite… Continue

Added by Thao Ly on April 5, 2009 at 12:47pm — 1 Comment

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