Allstate launches ‘Out Holding Hands’ outreach initiative (VIDEO)

http://youtu.be/2d917437jd4 NORTHBROOK, Ill.– Allstate Insurance Company recently launched its “Out Holding Hands” program during LGBT Pride Month, to encourage members of the LGBT community to share special and everyday moments out holding hands with their loved ones. The company believes everyone should be treated with respect and without judgment no matter who they love. “As…

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International LGBT leaders present ‘Pride World Forum’ in San Diego

SAN DIEGO — A contingent of LGBT movement leaders from around the globe will participate in a panel discussion titled Pride World Forum Tuesday, July 1 at 6:30 p.m. at The San Diego LGBT Community Center in Hillcrest. The San Diego Diplomacy Council is hosting the contingent of leaders who are visiting the United States,…

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East Coast Pizza set to open in Hillcrest this summer

SAN DIEGO – East Coast Pizza (ECP), famous for New York-style pizza but without the attitude, are set to open their third Southern California location this summer right here in Hillcrest. Started by a young, savvy entrepreneur with a deep desire to bring New York’s beloved large-slice pizza to the Southern California masses, ECP is bona…

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LGBT documentary ‘Breaking Through’ now coming to DVD June 17 (VIDEO)

A documentary about people, pride and power, Breaking Through features several openly LGBT elected officials and their journeys from self-doubt to triumph. The Special Edition DVD of Breaking Through (SRP $19.99) will include an extended director’s cut, the festival cut, a music video and a featurette on the filmmaker’s journey. Directed by Cindy L. Abel,…

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HRC releases open letter about Dorchester Hotels during ‘Fashion Weeks’

WASHINGTON –– The Human Rights Campaign (HRC), has released an open letter to leaders in the fashion industry urging them to avoid the Sultan of Brunei’s hotels during their upcoming travel for menswear and haute couture fashion weeks in London, Milan and Paris.  The Sultan has faced an international backlash following his recent decision to begin…

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American corporations celebrate Pride Month with LGBT advertising, promotions

For years Corporate America has far outpaced lawmakers when it comes to providing protections for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people in the workplace and advocating for LGBT equality.  And this year as LGBT Americans commemorate June as Pride Month, many of the nation’s most recognizable brands are showcasing their support for equality through…

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Hallmark releases gay Father’s Day eCard

This Father’s Day, Hallmark is honoring children with two dads with a special eCard. Huffington Post reports that the eCard, created by transgender artist Kylie Summer Wu and titled  I’ll Take Two, depicts a young girl shopping for Father’s Day gifts, selecting two of each item before introducing her two fathers. The clip concludes with both fathers and…

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Today: celebrate Dad with ‘LUV Madonna’ tickets!

Celebrate dad this Father’s Day with San Diego Gay Men’s Chorus (SDGMC). Save $4 per ticket for today’s performance of LUV Madonna at the Balboa Theatre, at 3 p.m. – simply click here and use the code DAD. Join SDGMC for the glitter and sparkle of Madonna’s many outrageous and iconic performances throughout her career….

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