by Matthew L. Adams, Greenville, N.C Have we become too gay? Almost every gay male role in the movies and on television is portrayed as stereotypically feminine. When did men who like to sleep with other men be so feminine? Everyone’s personality is different and that’s what makes our world such an interesting place; but […]
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The easy way out?
by Janice Covington, Charlotte, N.C. Prostitution is on the rise in our community, especially among our transgender brothers and sisters. Some say that participation in prostitution for a transgender person or a gay man hustling is the easy way out. I beg to differ. The primary reason for participating in prostitution, for many who do, […]
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Marriage: Which state is next?
Iowa is the first state in the American heartland to legalize same-sex marriage. Vermont is the first state to allow same-sex marriage through legislative action rather than a court ruling. I’m giddy, mostly due to these fabulous events and partly due to a pollen allergy. I cheer. I sneeze. It was a memorable early April. […]
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The globalization of gay bashing
The latest alleged anti-gay terrorism in Iraq is gluing shut the anuses of homosexuals, while forcing the victims to ingest a form of Ex-Lax. The special glue can only be removed by surgery — thus often leading to a painful death. It is challenging to know if such information is accurate. But, confirming the latest […]
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Gender discrimination in sports
Sarah Gronert’s desire to play tennis isn’t complicated. Unfortunately, for her, everything else about the game is. You may have heard her story. A number of LGBT and/or alternative papers have covered her travails — even the New York Daily News ran an item about her. Briefly, Gronert had been born with an intersex condition, […]
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Faith-based equality effort
Faith-based effort for equality AUSTIN, Texas — Advocates for LGBT equality, looking to develop dialogue about gay rights with members of faith communities across the nation, will embark on the Sundays of Solidarity campaign — visiting churches, synagogues, and other faith community gatherings across the U.S. — for seven straight Sundays this month and into […]
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Travel ban still in place
Travel ban still in place LONDON — Gay men living with HIV remain banned from travelling to the U.S. unless they have specifically applied for a visa to do so, HIV and sexual health charity Terrence Higgins Trust (THT) warned in mid-April. Despite the recent introduction of an online visa waiver system (ESTA), people with […]
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New project leader named
Charlotte Grassroots names project leader CHARLOTTE — Grassroots Leadership has announced the hiring of LaWana Mayfield as project coordinator for The Mecklenburg Justice Project. She brings years of activism and organizing to Grassroots Leadership serving as the diversity co-chair and national female diversity co-chair for the Human Rights Campaign addressing concerns in the LGBT community. […]
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Women’s Health: Ten things lesbians should discuss with their healthcare providers
The following are the health issues that the Gay and Lesbian Medical Association’s (GLMA) healthcare providers have identified as most commonly of concern for lesbians and other women who have sex with women. While not all of these items apply to everyone, it’s wise to be aware of these issues. 1. Breast Cancer Lesbians have […]
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Women’s Health: Protecting yourself and safeguarding for the future
Women face several unique health issues throughout their lifetimes. It is important to know the signs and symptoms and preventative measures for diseases and other healthcare situations affecting you today and tomorrow. These simple and practical tips can steer you in the right direction: Safe healthcare Find a doctor who is sensitive to your needs […]