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Congressional Hearings On “Don’t Ask Don’t Tell”

Recently Congress held hearings on whether the military policy of "Don’t Ask Don’t Tell" (which allows gays and lesbians to serve in the military as long as they don’t disclose their sexuality) should be struck down in order to allow gays and lesbians to serve openly in the military. It’s astounding to witness the tired, […]

Transgender Focus Group

My name is Michael Gerald and I am a Health Educator at Planned Parenthood Mar Monte. We are currently in the process of becoming a clinic that can provide services for the transgender community. Before beginning this transition, however, we are arranging a Focus Group that will take place here at Planned Parenthood Mar Monte

Forum On The Ballot Propositions

You are invited to participate in MIV’s forum to determine the community’s stance on the propositions for the upcoming November elections. There are a total of 12 statewide propositions that have qualified so far to be on the ballot. Many pose a big threat to our low-income and immigrant communities. Through this forum, community members

Ayuda a Detener la Proposición de “Proteger El Matrimonio”

 Colabora en el combate del movimiento actual para prohibir por siempre a la comunidad de LGBT de lograr la igualdad del casamiento enmendando la constitución del Estado de California. ¡El voto para Votar NO a la Proposición 8! Todos nosotros trabajamos duramente para tratar uno a otro justamente porque cada uno merecemos lo mismo. Ten cuidado si

Una Pasión Fotográfica

 Cynthia Manuszak es una fotógrafa independiente con una pasión por los problemas sociales. Cuándo de primero la contacté por teléfono para los detalles de esta historia, yo asumí que hablaba con un estudiante de la universidad. Pero la inocencia de su voz juvenil oculta su madurez. Sus años más jóvenes fueron, a lo mejor, desordenados. Traumatizada

Reapertura del club norturno North Tower Circle

 El North Tower Circle esta casi al fin de una extensa renovación debido a un incendio desastroso, que fue causado intencionalmente. El histórico club nocturno fresno gay estará reabriendo en Agosto. El Círculo esta situado en el 2777 North Maroa Avenue. Esta al pendiente por más detalles de esta Grande Reapertura…

Help Stop The “Protect Marriage” Proposition

Get involved in-order to battle the current movement to forever ban the LGBT community from achieving marriage equality by amending the California State constitution. Vow to Vote NO on Proposition 8! We all work hard to treat other fairly because each of us deserves the same. Be careful if approached to vote on a proposition

North Tower Circle Re-Opening

 The North Tower Circle is nearing the end of an extensive renovation due to a disastrous fire, caused by arson. The historic Fresno gay nightclub will be re-opening in August. The Circle is located at 2777 North Maroa Avenue.

Give it to me Straight – Bi me a man?

The Gay Fresno advice column returns with another question and answer. We would like to answer your questions as well. Remain completely anonymous. We welcome questions from both men and women. So, go ask your question and get the honest advice you deserve. Our fifth question and answer has now been posted, read it by clicking

Black AIDS Institute Report

(Los Angeles, CA) — The United States leads the global response to HIV/AIDS, but fails to mobilize the same commitment to address the large and growing epidemic within its own borders, finds a new report released today by the Black AIDS Institute. "Left Behind! Black America: A Neglected Priority in the Global AIDS Epidemic" praises