Protect Marriage May Win The Legal Standing Battle, But Not The Gay Marriage War
They might get to keep “the precious power” of voter initiatives, but we might get marriage.
The Jeans Issue: Queer Fashion Guide For Various Shapes, Sizes, Styles and Gender Expressions
Denim? I just met ’em.
Medical Schools Not So Great At Teaching About Gay People
“The disappointing results of the survey of 150 programs found that on average med schools teach about five hours of LGBT related content, and some even reported teaching absolutely none.”
Our (Extra) Ordinary Evening Watching Nightline’s “Transgendered Special”
AKA “How to not make a trans* documentary”
Vida Vegan Bloggers Conference Arrives in Portland
Jamie’s Team Pick: HEY THERE VEGAN CUPCAKES.
Pretty Little Liars 212 Fashioncap: Some Dolls, a Wedding and a Mid-Season Wrap-Up
“My only other commentary on this episode is that Emily’s outfit is obviously a Sleeping Beauty/Princess Aurora reference.”
Anti-Gays Find “Repealing CA’s Gay History Mandate” Quite Challenging, Not an Easy A
Forget about the fact that most California public schools can’t even afford new textbooks — let’s make sure that when they do, Harvey Milk isn’t mentioned anywhere.
First Person in Scotland Convicted of “Offence Aggravated by Prejudice” Against Transwoman
A soldier in Scotland has been fined for trans* prejudice. Unfortunately, he is not facing additional fines for being a jerk.
NEW MUSIC: Little Brutes
Rachael Cantu has a new project. It’s called ‘Little Brutes’ and the debut EP is released today!
Prop 8 Update: What’s Happening Today In The California Supreme Court
Prop 8 is going to the California Supreme Court today, and our Legal Eagle is here to tell you what it all means.
Rabbi Offers Lavender Marriage Service for Orthodox Gays
This isn’t the kind of gay marriage we’ve been fighting for.
What is the Gender of Beyoncé’s Unborn Child: The Flowchart
Lily’s Team Pick: If Bey-Be grows up and tells everyone that it is the second coming I will undoubtedly believe it, become one of it’s disciples, and help it write “The Biblé: Part II”.
39 Pictures of Starbuck
39 photos of Starbuck with extra foam.
Everything You Never Knew About The Modern GOP And Were Afraid To Find Out
“…a disciplined minority of totalitarians can use the instruments of democratic government to undermine democracy itself.”
Playlist: You Need A Car
For when your car doesn’t work, but your radio does.
OPEN THREAD: Back to School!
35% of you are going back to college or starting a new college right this very minute! How’s that working out for you? Have you made out with a cute girl? Cried in your dorm? All feelings welcome! We’ll be here all week!
Just a Canadian Who Loves Bruce Springsteen
I really needed to talk about this.
Fox Sports, Bob Oschack, and USC: Making Fun of Asians Isn’t Funny
An on-campus humor short at USC ends in a racist Fox Sports video. It looks like one person still thinks that Asian people will accents are hilarious. Hello: the ’80s called and wants its stereotypes back.
The Top 10 Greatest Movie Soundtracks Ever In The Whole Entire World
In which we discuss fictional bands, Reality Bites, Erasure’s “A Little Respect” and more.
The Trevor Project Says: “Talk to Me” For National Suicide Prevention Week
By offering your friends a shoulder to cry on, you can help save a life, according to The Trevor Project’s new campaign.