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DNC rolls out six-figure ad buy in LGBTQ publications in battleground states
For the first time, the Democratic National Committee will invest in an advertising campaign dedicated entirely to LGBTQ publications in large metropolitan areas and several key battleground states. The DNC will roll out the ad campaign, worth at least $100,000, on Friday morning in 16 publications across eight states, and it is estimated to reach […]
UCLA’s Williams Institute Report on LGBTQ Parenting in the US
Parents represent an important demographic and social experience within the U.S. across subpopulations, including among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer+ (LGBTQ) people. Yet, most research on parenting benefits and challenges, as well as demographic characteristics of parents, remains focused on cisgender heterosexual individuals. This report analyzes multiple data sources to provide a current sociodemographic […]
This man allegedly pretended to be a cop to attack gay men. The court just let him go free.
A Virginia man charged with attacking men he believed to be gay while posing as a police officer has been acquitted. On September 27, a U.S. District Court jury in Washington D.C. found 50-year-old Michael Thomas Pruden not guilty on five counts of assault on federal land, one count of impersonating a federal officer, and […]
Local News
Sebastopol Senior Rainbow Connection Art Tour Happens October 16
We will be bringing you into the exquisite home of a local LGBT household to view their collection of stunning artworks. Join us for lunch at the senior center, visit Alan Beckstead, the main collector of the art, then we visit a their West County elegant and distinguished home that’s filled with exquisite works of […]
Arts & Entertainment
Made of Mana Performs at Arlene Francis Center in SR October 18
These four friends grew up making music together, and itshows. They cut their teeth early, and were soon sharing the stage with high-profileartists at major venues. They continued to hone their skills over the years throughextensive touring and live performances in other projects – these are accomplishedmusicians. Their new project, Made of Mana, is a […]
“Our Dear Dead Drug Lord” Opens at Left Edge Theatre October 17
Our Dear Dead Drug LordOct 17 – Nov 9 by Alexis Scheer Director: Serena Elize Flores A gang of teenage girls gather in an abandoned treehouse to summon the ghost of Pablo Escobar. Are they messing with the actual spirit of the infamous cartel kingpin? Or are they really just messing with each other? A […]
State News
Bathhouses once thrived in San Francisco. The city’s gay supervisors are fighting for their return.
Two San Francisco city supervisors are trying to make it easier for new gay bathhouses to open in the city. Last week, Supervisor Rafael Mandelman, whose district includes the historically gay Castro neighborhood, introduced legislation that would repeal the San Francisco Police Department’s Article 26. According to local Fox affiliate KTVU, the section of the city’s police […]
LATINO EQUALITY ALLIANCE MARKS 15 YEARS FIGHTING FOR LATINX LGBTQ+ RIGHTS AND EQUALITY
The Latino Equality Alliance (LEA) celebrated its 15th anniversary in grand style this past weekend as the Quinceañera-themed Purple Lily Awards raised close to $100,000 to help create safe spaces for Latinx queer and trans youth and their families. “The Latino Equality Alliance’s history and survival underscores the importance of providing critical resources and positive support […]
