Despite his vociferous claims to the contrary, Donald J. Trump may be one of the worst dealmakers in modern politics. Proof that Trump’s not the guy you’d want negotiating a deal on your behalf is in the pledge he made last September to the Republican National Committee. Trump promised the Republicans he will not run…
My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 star and writer Nia Vardalos joined HuffPost Live Thursday and revealed that she surprised co-star Joey Fatone with an LGBT plot twist in the upcoming film. She explained why she chose to keep the script a secret and spoke out in support of the LGBT community. Vardalos: “I knew…
A growing number of entertainment companies are calling on Georgia Governor Nathan Deal to veto the discriminatory HB 757 bill. Time Warner, the parent company of HBO, Warner Bros, CNN and Turner, which has a significant presence in Georgia is the latest media company to speak out against the bill, reported GLAAD. Also joining in were Sony,…
The Center has announced that seven new locations will participate Dining Out For Life® San Diego this year for the first time. Each of these establishments has agreed to donate 25 percent their food and liquor sales in support of HIV/AIDS services and prevention programs at The Center April 28 including: Del Sur Mexican Cantina…
Last week, the Georgia State Assembly passed HB 757, an anti-LGBTQ bill. While proponents argue that the intent of the bill is to expand religious rights, the reality is that it paves the way for wide-ranging discrimination. The Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA) Board of Directors Meeting is scheduled to be held in Atlanta at…
This week, the Human Rights Campaign has endorsed Illinois Republican Senator Mark Kirk for reelection over Democratic candidate Tammy Duckworth. Many in the community are outraged, but we have been here before, and unfortunately I actively participated. In October of 1998, I, along with majority on the Board of Directors of HRC, decided to endorse…
As a progressive Christian, I believe there are many names for God and many ways to a loving God; this article reflects one of those ways. Take from here what works for you. Celebrate life with joy and peace! I love how God speaks to us through the compiled ancient manuscripts that make up the…
thursday, march 24 Theo Von Theo Von has been entertaining TV audiences since 1999 when he captured hearts as the loveable 19-year-old Southerner on The Real World/Road Rules Challenge franchise. In 2003, the Louisiana native traded in endurance challenges for the comedy stage and never looked back. The American Comedy Company, 818B Sixth Ave. in…
LGBTQ advocacy groups have been quick to condemn North Carolina Gov. Pat McCrory for signing into law a new draconian bill that removes vital anti-discrimination protections from LGBTQ people and other groups such as veterans. “LGBTQ North Carolinians are waking-up to find that they are the targets of a new law designed to deny them…
WASHINGTON – The Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, the storied healthcare facility of U.S. presidents and wounded warriors, is making history again, becoming the first U.S. active military medical facility to earn the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation’s Leader in LGBT Healthcare Equality designation. The world’s largest military hospital is joined this year by…
