Obama speech gets an 'F' President Obama gets an "F" for his speech tonight on gay rights. This wasn't so much a policy speech as a recitation of old campaign promises reheated for a breathless audience on its feet. I'm glad I skipped it and stayed home.
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Saturday surprise? This Saturday, President Obama will address our community at HRC’s annual national dinner. While I welcome and appreciate the gesture, I wonder if this is a good idea. Who advises him on all things gay, anyway?The administration has disappointed ...more >>
Seeking couples who met through the Blade The Blade turns 40 this month, and in celebration I am collecting stories from couples who met through a personals ad placed in the paper. Did you and your partner find each other through a few snarky ...more >>
Joy Behar, Christian Siriano and kids coming out Christian Siriano joined Joy Behar to talk to three openly gay teenagers who came out in middle school in honor of National Coming Out Day, which is on Sunday, the same day as the National Equality March.
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Come out! Come march! The National Equality March could either be a great opportunity for the community or a massive disappointment. For me, the difference depends on each participant's motivation for attending. Already, there ...more >>
Last night's DADT speeches Last night, Rep. Patrick Murphy (D-Pa.) held a special order hour on "Don't Ask, Don't Tell." Murphy is the lead sponsor of the Military Readiness Enhancement Act, which would do away with the ...more >>
Sprinting to the colorblind finish line The National Equality March weekend begins in a few days, and buzz is building throughout the community. Despite criticism for the leadership's lack of organization, it is pivotal that we pull out ...more >>
