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Homophobia in video games? You don't say! But what about videogames with anti-gay public service announcements? Starring professional athletes? Continued »
OH SNAP — Hugh Jackman and wife Deborra-Lee Furness, along with Marc Jacobs and Lorenzo Martone, joined designer Valentino last night to celebrate the release of The Last Emperor on DVD. Continued »
It was the kiss heard 'round Salt Lake: Derek Jones and Matt Aune smooched in front of the Mormon Church on Main Street, and forced LDS to go and spend a few bucks erecting new warning signs. But hey, have we ever looked at it from the Church's eyes? Continued »
Mark Ronson is a successful heterosexual DJ and producer . Little Britain's David Walliams is a successful actor who is in on the joke about his sexuality. Speaking of sexual jokes, Walliams pulled down Ronson's pants — after rubbing up on him and grabbing his crotch — in front of 3,000 people at a fundraiser for Concert For CARE. Guess who was less than pleased?! Continued »
When not criticized for assault, rebounding singer Chris Brown is being attacked for his fashion. Namely, his tight pants. Because they make him look gay! Continued »
"This B+/A- list closeted television actress from a hit network drama was having drama of her own in the bathroom as her girlfriend was complaining that she felt left out and wanted to meet our actresses friends. Our actress kept her head on a swivel while trying to keep the conversation as quiet as possible. The girlfriend is very, very young and a gorgeous blonde." Continued »
SOUNDBITES — "People's personal views of the appropriateness of same-sex relationships naturally influence their views of our lawsuit. However, it is important to remember that the legal question does not, and under our Constitution cannot, depend on people's personal preferences. The constitutional issue is quite simple. The Supreme Court repeatedly has held that the right to marry the person of your choice is a fundamental human right guaranteed by the equal-protection and due-process clauses of the Constitution." —Perry v Schwarzenegger attorney David Boies, who, as a Christian, disagrees that "same-sex marriages are inconsistent with religious teachings" and notes, as a lawyer, "it is irrelevant" [Philadelphia Inquirer]
After yesterday's voter-approved rape of our marriage rights in Maine, the obvious question to ask is: How'd this happen? And next: Who can we blame? It's a natural instinct. Surely there must be someone or something out there to direct our anger, our frustration, our disgust. It's the same thing that happened exactly one year ago in California, when Prop 8 took away the M-word from gays and lesbians. Fingers started pointing, and not in very nice places. Race and religion were blamed. So, too, was the "No On 8" campaign, accused of misguided direction and ineffective outreach. Now here we are in Maine, wondering aloud, "WTF?"
So: WTF? Continued »
SOUNDBITES — "There’s good news and bad news here. The good news is that even in one of the most liberal States in the Union, Maine, the people have once again rejected the ridiculous and oxymoronic notion of ‘same sex marriage.’ The momentum has again shifted – hopefully for good this time – in favor of protecting legitimate marriage. A counterfeit is a counterfeit. An orange is an orange no matter how much you want it to be a turnip. This isn’t about ‘marriage.’ It’s about hurting and broken people desperately seeking affirmation of an objectively deviant lifestyle. One that, even in their heart of hearts, they know to be a dead end. As for the militant ‘No on 1’ homosexual activists? I’m reminded of spoiled children dressing up and playing house, refusing to come in when mom calls for dinner. Continued »
Judy Wieder, the one-time editor-in-chief of The Advocate, has some harsh words for the magazine's current leadership at Regent Media. After reading our report of the magazine's dismal future, Wieder has a single question for the rag's publisher: "What the f happened?" Continued »
THE SHOT — Supporters of "No On 1" console each other after last night's loss. Blogger Blabbeando, who was at Protect Marriage Equality's headquarters, says "for a majority of those gathered it must have come out of nowhere. For most of the night, they had been looking at incoming reports and cheering what seemed to be an early win for the 'No on 1' side. Alas, that was not to be."
Is the president of Ultimate Fighting Championship — the same guy who threw around the term "fucking faggot" — now coming around and welcoming gays to the sport? Continued »
With Republican Chris Christie beating gay marriage supporter and incumbent Jon Corzine by more than four points in yesterday's election, New Jersey will find itself with an anti-gay chief executive in January. Does that mean gay marriage is off the table for the Garden State in the near future? Continued »
Well this is a terrible way to wake up the day after Election Day. Did that really happen last night? Yes, yes it did. Maine's voters, by a 52.7-47.3% vote (with 87% of precincts reporting), continued the trend of the populous that, when given the chance to eliminate marriage rights for gays and lesbians, do so. Continued »
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THE SHOT — Terrence, the male male friend of Peter Pan's Tinker Bell, arrives for the first time at Pixie Hollow at Disney's Magic Kingdom theme park. Continued »
While Bryan, Selena, and Daniel always get to go trick-or-treating on Halloween, father Jay (the Leffews's regular cameraman) also got to go this year! And stop by mom's house! Continued »
So the Oscars are returning to lowest common denominator fare: With Hugh Jackman out and Neil Patrick Harris hosting every other awards show, this year's Academy Awards will be co-hosted by Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin, one of whom is still pretty funny. (Martin has hosted twice in the past decade). Whew — at least they stayed with a white guy though, right? Continued »
Major news outlets are calling the Virginia governor's race for Republican Bob McDonnell, who's viewed gays with disdain his entire life and has argued LGBTs are undeserving of discrimination protections because, well, employers should have the right to refuse to hire queers. Continued »
Will Iran Cancel the Death Sentences of 3 ‘Homosexual Conduct’ Criminals? (6)
· CHIP1218 says: Iran will not listen to a single thing an American citizen or politician says. We are... »
Were These Dads Harassed + Detained By Wal-Mart Because They’re Gay? (15)
· CHIP1218 says: I am so glad I have never spent a penny at a Walmart, and plan to continue to only... »
Robert Bellamy Jr. Bashed 2 Guys Because ‘God Made Me’ (20)
· Sebs says: god made hate blacks »
Was Michael Jackson Gay? No, But He Wasn’t Exactly Straight, Either (137)
· Lady Robyn says: Denise to sit up there & think that he was 100% straight & hypersexual as... »
Even Pastor Joel Osteen Can’t Explain Why God Might Have F’d Up By Making Gays (37)
· MackMichael says: One more thing, Just a Thought….I really want you to commit to something... »
· MackMichael says: Just a Thought, Where did I suggest that I closed the door on you? In my long,... »
Can’t A Television Show Say ‘Fag’ Anymore Without GLAAD Getting Upset? (63)
· hahaha says: Wow, I can’t believe he had to end his article trying to persuade people that we... »
Maggie Gallagher’s Maine Condolence Letter Will Surely Cause You to Tear Up (46)
· mark says: Maggie doesn’t make men queer. She does make queers very happy we don’t have... »
· mark says: Maggie’s vagina monolouge a raspy cough through cob webs and if the Garden of Eden... »
· mark says: The verb “to Maggie” to make a sad little qweef no one is around to hear »