The New Jersey Assembly’s approval of an equality bill that would legalize same-sex marriage in the state awaits its pending veto by Gov. Chris Christie. LGBT allies and activists have urged the governor to sign the bill into legislation, although other groups have recognized Christie’s intent to take “very swift action” to overturn the measure….
The official campaign launch and rally to support Councilmember Marti Emerald will be held Saturday, Feb.18, 9-10 a.m. Following that there will be a neighborhood walk from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Those interested should meet at City Heights Urban Village Performance Annex, 3795 Fairmount Ave. in San Diego. RSVP by contacting Abi@MartiEmerald2012.com. The San Diego Democrats…
I rarely suggest leaving San Diego to go see art, but every rule is proven by the odd exception; and this week, I have two. In any case, part of being a resident of San Diego is getting in a car and driving somewhere north or west, with the top down and a long scarf…
“The Mayor of Castro Street,” gay civil rights activist Harvey Milk, said this in his 1978 speech, That’s What America Is: “Gay brothers and sisters … You must come out. Come out … to your parents. I know that it is hard and will hurt them but think about how they will hurt you in…
Archbishop Carl Bean, author of “I Was Born This Way” and an openly gay Black preacher who founded the Unity Fellowship Church Movement, will serve as co-host for LGBT & Allies All Families Matter Fundraiser for Pat Washington, candidate for California’s 79th Assembly on Feb. 19. When told of Washington’s decision to run for the…
San Diego‘s 40th Anniversary Coronation events now hold the record for the most elected officials and dignitaries ever to attend a Royal Affair of the International Court System of Canada, United States and Mexico. Mayor Jerry Sanders, US Congressman Bob Filner, US Congresswoman Susan Davis, the Majority Whip of the California State Assembly, Honorable Toni…
A Google video released Tuesday in promotion of Valentine’s Day reminds millions of its internet users that love transcends race, color, and gender – whether your loved one is male or female, Valentine’s Day is an expression of love for all. The YouTube video is going viral after a gay couple is shown among others…
