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PHOTOS: Million Man Marcelino

MORNING GOODS â€" We don't cook. We barely know how to turn on the oven. But if we found 20-year-old Los Angeles model Marcelino sitting on our kitchen counter, we'd be slightly more inclined to improve our culinary skills. CONTINUED » CONTINUED » Permalink | Post a comment | Add to del.icio.us Tagged: Models, Morning Goods, Photos, risque

In His Pennsylvania Gov Race, Joe Hoeffel Backs Gay Marriage. Funny, 'Cause He Didn't 6 Years Ago

Is Joe Hoeffel, the former Democratic Congressman from Pennsylvania, one of these politicians whose view on gay marriage is "evolving" now that he's seeking a new, higher office? Hoeffel, who's running in the 2010 race to become Pennsylvania's governor, has a section on his campaign website — complete with a photo of two gals in [...]

Nope, No Live Feed/YouTube for Prop 8 Trial, Say the Supremes

In a 5-4 vote, the U.S. Supreme Court backed the defendants in Perry v. Schwarzenegger and granted their request to keep cameras out of the courtroom. The unsigned decision applies only to the satellite feeds that were going to be made available in five cities, but it's far reaching enough to assume the YouTube delayed [...]

Men’s Mixer at Bella Pasta this Friday

Hey Men – Join us at Bella Pasta this Friday, January 15, 2010. Come in for some stiff drinks, great conversation, some tasty appetizers then stick around for the dinner specials. – See you there!

“Out on the small town” of Fresno

I happened by this and thought I’d post it, though it’s a little dated. It’s a good reminder of what was started here in our community to help change minds and views, sometimes our own. From gaycities.com. Out on the small town with Fresno’s Robin McGehee June 20, 2009 Gays & lesbians are making their presence known outside theide the [...]

Camping!

I went camping last week at Big Sur with  some friends for one night and it just reminded me how much fun camping really is. I suggest everyone go do it. I would suggest Big Sur to everyone who has not been there before. The weather was beautiful, warm enough not to wear a shirt in fact. [...]

Oregonians Against Discrimination Business Leaders Luncheon

Oregonians Against Discrimination Business Leaders Luncheon

Wednesday, April 21 2010
Portland Ballroom, Oregon Convention Center
This annual event gives business leaders, lawmakers, and community leaders an opportunity to take a stand in support of gay and transgender equality.

2010 Event Series

We are pleased to announce the dates for our 2010 Event Series! Mark your calendars now so that you don’t miss out on any of the excitement and surprises from our incredible events:   Oregonians Against Discrimination Business Leaders Luncheon Wednesday, April 21 2010 Portland Ballroom, Oregon Convention Center This annual event gives business leaders, lawmakers, and community leaders [...]

CRITICAL SERVICES FOR GAY COMMUNITY FACE MAJOR CUTBACKS

MEDIA RELEASE Contact: Thomas Wheatley

503-222-6151 x103 (w)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 503-888-4988 (c)

January 8, 2010 Thomas@basicrights.org

critical services for gay community face major cutbacks

New report documents devastating impact for gay and transgender Oregonians if Measures 66 and 67 fail

(PORTLAND, oregon â€" FRIDAY, JANUARY 8, 2010) â€" As ballots begin arriving in mailboxes around the state, Basic Rights Oregon today distributed a new report documenting the impact of budget cuts expected if Measures 66 and 67 fail.

According to the study, released by the Williams Institute at UCLA, tens of thousands of lesbian, gay and bisexual Oregonians face severe cuts to critical services like HIV treatment and prevention, civil rights enforcement, mental health programs, education and public safety if Oregon voters do not pass Measures 66 and 67 in the January election.

In a dramatic illustration of the impact of failing to pass Measures 66 and 67, the Oregon Department of Human Services predicts that cuts to HIV testing and treatment program could result in 35 additional Oregon deatgon deaths.

"For many gay and transgender Oregonians who will lose critical services, this is literally a life or death election," said Jeana Frazzini, executive director of Basic Rights Oregon. She added, "We can't afford to lose. We have to vote Yes on Measures 66 and 67."

Highlights of the report include an analysis of the American Community Survey and other sources indicating that 12,000 poor and low-income LGBT Oregonians rely on public services that face cuts.

"It is critical that Oregonians vote yes on Measures 66 and 67," said Michael Kaplan, executive director of Cascade AIDS Project. "Should these measures fail, we will be looking at drastic cuts to a broad net of services that our communities and our clients rely on."

Basic Rights Oregon is the state's leading advocacy organization working to ensure that lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Oregonians experience equality. The Williams Institute at UCLA is the nation's leading research organization studying sexual orientation law and public policy.

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Gay News Roundup for Wednesday

Gay News Roundup for Wednesday: Posts on Uganda; Homophobia; Prison Weddings; DADT; UK Politics; A Canadian Immigration Case; A Reward for Info; And a bit of humor… Wanted: Remember back in October the gay man in Toronto who was killed by someone driving an SUV? Skinner family ups reward to more than $100K. Canadian Immigration: Poz [...]

That’s No Bag Lady – Libby Davies on a Hunger Strike Relay

If you’re wandering around downtown Vancouver, BC this week you may notice a new crazy bag lady hanging about — then again maybe not. But that’s no bag lady rambling on about homelessness, the 2010 Olympics and the need for a national housing strategy — it’s Vancouver East’s very own Member of Parliment, Libby Davies. Davies [...]

Prop 8 Coverage – Day 2

Prop 8 Coverage – Day 2: Video, Audio and Print news from Day 2 of the challenge to Proposition 8 Trial, (Perry et al v. Schwarzenegger et al)… ABC7: Proposition 8 Attorney’s Talk History of Marriage - FireDogLake: Gay Rights Groups Praise First Day Of Testimony, Call On Obama DoJ To Submit Amicus Brief - Firedoglake Covers the [...]

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