We Give A Damn
Cyndi Lauper has started a new campaign and website called We Give A Damn.org. Check out their Issues Page As the website states…"The Give a Damn Campaign is for everybody who cares about gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender equality. But, it’s especially for all you straight people out there! Whether you’re already an active supporter,
Get Equal: We’ll Give When We Get Equal
Get Equal has launched a campaign that at this stage of the game makes sense. Their campaign, We’ll Give When We Get Equal, urges the LGBT Community to withhold dollars and support from any politician that is not finding "concrete ways to work toward our collective equality". Check out their FAQ Page to learn more
Rick Sanchez Fired From CNN
Rick Sanchez has officially been fired from CNN… I tuned in to watch Rick Sanchez last Friday on CNN. I’d seen the story of his rant on radio where he called out, among others, the host of The Daily Show, Jon Stewart, labeling him a bigot. I didn’t find Sanchez hosting his regular, daily show
Another Baby Step Toward Logical Marijuana Laws
California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has signed a new law into effect which decriminalizes possession of less than an ounce of marijuana. Still, those caught with less than an ounce of marijuana will still face the maximum penalty of $100, but will not be faced with a criminal record or jail time. Wow, the one
VIDEO: Vigil in NYC For Recent LGBT Suicides
From thenewcivilrightsmovement.com In the month of September, 2010, at least nine teens committed suicide, literally bullied to death. At least eight were victims of anti-gay bullying. On Sunday, October 3, thousands converged in New York City’s Washington Square Park, on the campus of New York University (NYU) despite the rain, to show their support, and
Cooper Will Have Daytime Talk Show
Anderson Cooper, who has been aggressively taking on anti-gay bigots and pundits in recent weeks, will be helming his own daytime talk show starting some time in 2011. Cooper will continue his relationship with CNN. Read More Here