May 11, New Yorker Carl Marucci insisted that his mother bring his boyfriend Drew Marsenison to Bethesda Fountain in Central park. Drew had no idea what was waiting for him … watch the video!
WASHINGTON (CNN) — As the Senate Judiciary Committee neared completion of its consideration of comprehensive immigration reform legislation on Tuesday, it remained unclear whether the panel’s top Democrat would move forward with a pair of controversial gay rights amendments vehemently opposed by congressional Republicans. The amendments, backed by Sen. Patrick Leahy, D-Vermont, would recognize same-sex…
(CNN) — After years of controversy, the latest version of the “psychiatric bible” — the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders — has been released. The DSM-5 (fifth edition)’s introduction, over the weekend at the American Psychiatric Association’s annual meeting, marks “the end of more than a decade’s journey in revising the criteria for…
SAN DIEGO – The Gay Men’s Spiritual Retreat (GMSR) has announced that its annual retreat, to take place at majestic Camp Stevens in the mountains of Julian, Calif., will be June 7-9. This retreat promises a weekend full of exciting outdoor activities, spiritual and self-help workshops, dancing and entertainment. For the past 21 years, the…
WASHINGTON, D.C., – Peace Corps Deputy Director Carrie Hessler-Radelet today announced that the agency will begin accepting applications from same-sex domestic partners who want to serve together as volunteers overseas. Same-sex couples may begin the application process starting Monday, June 3. “Service in the Peace Corps is a life-defining leadership experience for Americans who want to…
The Metropolitan Community Church of San Diego (The Met) will not let being on the route of the San Diego Rock ‘n Roll Marathon keep them from offering worship to the community Sunday, June 2. While there will be none of the usual services that morning, the church invites everyone to join them in worship…
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Wednesday, May 22, the White House will honor ten openly LGBT elected or appointed officials as “Harvey Milk Champions of Change.” The event falls on Harvey Milk’s birthday and will recognize these individuals for their commitment to equality and public service. “When President Obama posthumously awarded Harvey Milk the Medal of Freedom…
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Today, President Barack Obama announced he will award a posthumous Presidential Medal of Freedom to Dr. Sally Ride, the first American female astronaut to travel to space. The Medal of Freedom is the Nation’s highest civilian honor, presented to individuals who have made especially meritorious contributions to the security or national interests of the…
SAN DIEGO – Friday, May 10, approximately 780 guests attended Mama’s Day 2013, the original food-tasting event in San Diego, at the Hyatt Regency La Jolla at the Aventine. The poolside affair featured a line-up of 55 of San Diego’s top restaurants and executive chefs, and raised a record-breaking $215,000 for Mama’s Kitchen, a non-profit…
(CNN) — The Republican National Committee raised $7.2 million in April, one month after releasing its rebranding and outreach efforts following the presidential election loss in 2012. Last month’s cash haul brings the committee’s cash-on-hand total to $9.8 million, RNC Chairman Reince Priebus announced today. “Our number one priority at the RNC is taking our…
