Thousands Attend LGBT Solidarity Rally Protesting Donald Trump at Stonewall Inn: WATCH LIVE

Thousands Attend LGBT Solidarity Rally Protesting Donald Trump at Stonewall Inn: WATCH LIVE

 

Thousands are attending an LGBT Solidarity Rally this afternoon at the Stonewall Inn. We’ll try to provide live video as available (see above and below)

The rally, organized by NYC Councilman Corey Johnson, received responses from more than 36,000 people on its facebook event page.

The rally has the sponsorship of more than 60 groups and 16 lawmakers including Governor Andrew Cuomo, Congressman Jerrold Nadler and Senator Brad Hoylman.

Says the invite:

“Join us in front of the Stonewall Inn as we stand in solidarity with every immigrant, asylum seeker, refugee and every person impacted by Donald Trump’s illegal, immoral, unconstitutional and un-American executive orders. We will also speak out against Trump’s selection of the most anti-LGBT nominees and appointees in modern history.”

 

 

In just a few minutes, the street has filled out for the #LGBTSolidarityRally in front of #Stonewall in NYC pic.twitter.com/FrDlvStcfN

— Mathew Rodriguez (@mathewrodriguez) February 4, 2017

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Thousands Attend LGBT Solidarity Rally Protesting Donald Trump at Stonewall Inn: WATCH LIVE

Anti-Trump protest at Stonewall Inn expected to draw huge crowd

Anti-Trump protest at Stonewall Inn expected to draw huge crowd

Anti-Trump protest
Anti-Trump protest in New York City, Nov. 12, 2016. Photo by wasikphoto.com (CC 2.0)

The Stonewall Inn is considered to be the birthplace of the modern LGBTQ rights movement and as equality is once again under attack it is only fitting that it should once again be home to what looks to be a massive protest.

An LGBT Solidarity rally on Saturday from 2-4 P.M. has been organized by New York Councilman Corey Johnson, with the express purpose of protesting the policies of the Trump administration.

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“Join us in front of the Stonewall Inn as we stand in solidarity with every immigrant, asylum seeker, refugee and every person impacted by Donald Trump’s illegal, immoral, unconstitutional and un-American executive orders. We will also speak out against Trump’s selection of the most anti-LGBT nominees and appointees in modern history,” the event’s Facebook page reads.

Stonewall Inn, Pride weekend in 2016, the day after President Obama announced the Stonewall National Monument, and less than two weeks after the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando. (Photo by Rhododendrites on Wikimedia Commons, CC 4.0)

There have also been concerns of a possible executive order coming from the Trump administration on “religious freedom,” which would offer up a license to discriminate against the LGBTQ community and others so long as a religious belief could be cited as the motivation for that discrimination.

While the White House has attempted to quiet those fears, and while there are reports that Ivanka Trump and her husband, and adviser to the president, Jared Kushner might have helped kill the anti-LGBTQ order, LGBTQ rights groups remain on alert. President Trump spoke repeatedly of the importance for “religious freedom” during his remarks at the National Prayer Breakfast on Thursday.

Related: On second thought, Melania Trump might not move to Washington, D.C. after all

The event page lists co-sponsors that include GLAAD, the Ali Forney Center, Gays Against Guns, the Anne Frank Center for Mutual Respect, Coming Out Muslim, Equality New York, Harlem Pride, PFLAG NYC, The New York Immigration Coalition, The Trevor Project and many others.

A number of elected officials are also listed, including Governor Andrew Cuomo and Mayor Bill de Blasio.

Michael Moore and a host of other celebrities led a rally against President Trump the night before his inauguration in front of Trump Tower in New York City, which was one of the bigger anti-Trump rallies, behind the Women’s March on Washington.

Related: March on Washington has potential to reignite the full force of the gay rights movement

There is also a National Pride March planned for June 11 in Washington, D.C., which has drawn inspiration from the Women’s March.

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‘Magic Mike,’ ‘Paris Is Burning’, ‘King Cobra’ and More Films Streaming This Month

‘Magic Mike,’ ‘Paris Is Burning’, ‘King Cobra’ and More Films Streaming This Month

King Cobra is streaming this month

Looking for something to stream while you Netflix and chill? Check out our picks for new films streaming this month below, including I Love You Phillip Morris, Milk, and Paris Is Burning.

Magic Mike (2012), available Feb. 1 on Netflix

Even with the mumble-mouthed female lead (Cody Horn), the tale of a Florida all-male strip club loosely inspired by Channing Tatum’s start is better than it ever needed to be. We would have tuned in to see Tatum, Joe Manganiello, Alex Pettyfer, Matt Bomer and Adam Rodriguez bump and grind regardless of the plot.

Paris Is Burning (1990), available Feb. 1 on Netlfix

When even Real Housewives of Beverly Hills are casually tossing off words like “shade” and “reading,” it’s important to remember the origin of so many pieces of today’s pop vernacular. This classic documentary dives deep into the ball culture of 1980s New York City and the largely queer people of color community that defined it. To say it’s essential viewing is a vast understatement.

From This Day Forward: A Trans Love Story (2015), available Feb. 1 on Netflix

Like a real-life Transparent, this film follows the true story of a transgender woman and her family as they journey to deepen each other’s understanding of one another.

Me, Myself and Her (2015), available Feb. 6 on Netflix

If you don’t mind the sort of tired “lesbian cheats on her partner with a man” trope, this Italian film paints a compelling portrait of desire and temptation. It’s kind of like I Bambini Stanno Bene.

King Cobra (2016), available Feb. 14 on Netflix

Celebrate Valentine’s Day by indulging in this crime drama inspired by the murder of gay porn producer Bryan Kocis. The film portrays the complicated and volatile career of early-aughts gay porn star Brent Corrigan and the battle for his performance contract that led to the slaying of Kocis.

Fire Song (2015), available Feb. 15 on Netflix

One of the few films to focus on queer youths in native populations, Fire Song follows a gay Anishinaabe teenager coping with his sister’s suicide, deciding between going off to college and staying to support his family.

Milk (2008), available Feb. 16 on Netflix.

Director Gus Van Sant’s and writer Dustin Lance Black’s stunning biopic of civil rights pioneer Harvey Milk boasts an all-star cast, including Sean Penn, Josh Brolin, James Franco and Emile Hirsch.

Rent (2005), available Feb. 1 on Hulu.

Yes, it’s terribly dated, and, yes, the aging original Broadway cast can barely pass for the idealist youths they originally portrayed, but just try to stop yourself to singing along. Plus, Idina Menzel is always a KWEEN.

I Love You Phillip Morris (2009), available Feb. 3 on Hulu.

Jim Carrey schemes his way out of prison and into Ewan McGregor’s heart as a gay con artist in this dark comedy.

Crossroads (2002), available Feb. 1 on HBO

Did you know Shonda Rhimes wrote this Britney Spears “acting” vehicle? Technically, it’s not better than the worst Grey’s Anatomy episode, but it’s the kind of so bad, it’s good disaster that it’s earned its spot in the gay camp canon.

Tickled (2016), available Feb. 27 on HBO

It’s tough to talk about this documentary without giving too, too much away, Suffice to say, what begins as one gay journalist’s journey into the world of male tickling videos spirals into a chilling conspiracy that’s truly no laughing matter.

What are you streaming this month?

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Chris Mears’ leather bodysuit, Pita Tofua’s shirtless ski trip, & Ansel Elgort’s six pack

Chris Mears’ leather bodysuit, Pita Tofua’s shirtless ski trip, & Ansel Elgort’s six pack

This week, Lucian Piane blamed his racist downward spiral on weed, Logo announced the new cast of RuPaul’s Drag Race season 9, Colby Keller waved his big ol’ Donald Trump flag again, and voting for the 2017 Queerties officially kicked off. Here’s what happened on Instagram:

Danell Leyva hung with Colton Haynes.

And Colton caught up with Troye Sivan.

So awesome mtg @troyesivan backstage at the @ovadiaandsons show! #nyfwm #cfda #Wild

A photo posted by Colton Haynes (@coltonlhaynes) on

Tyson Beckford showed his tits.

Chest day #teamtyson #tysonbeckford #chestday #beckfordbarbuilt #miami #chippendales #muscle #gains

A photo posted by Tyson C.Beckford Aka ? (@tysoncbeckford) on

Simon Dunn went bowling shirtless.

Friend: There’s a photo of you bowling shirtless on New Years at @hotmesscalgary Me: I went bowling?

A photo posted by ?? Simon Dunn (@thesimondunn) on

Cheyenne Jackson’s husband fell asleep on the job.

Cameron Dallas laid in bed.

B & W @gqportugal

A photo posted by Cameron Dallas (@camerondallas) on

German model Benjamin Melzer showed off his abs.

Derrick Gordon showed off his #calvins.

Always make the BEST of everything in life!

A photo posted by Derrick Gordon (@flash32gordon) on

Davey Wavey had a ring pop.

Vancouver, I’m gonna put a ring (pop) on it! ? #veryvancouver #opushotel

A photo posted by Davey Wavey (@officialdaveywavey) on

How To Get Away With Murder star Charlie Weber took it off for Schön magazine.

Another one from my shoot with @schonmagazine. I love this shot…??????

A photo posted by Charlie Weber (@thecharlieweber) on

Nev Schulman deleted his tramp stamp.

You can’t change the past, but you can fade it with a powerful laser. Thanks @newskinbyneekan & @ascmedcenterla

A photo posted by Nev Schulman (@nevschulman) on

Simon Sherry-Wood took an outdoor shower.

Keegan Allen watered his plants.

Ansel Elgort stripped down for his new music video.

#Thief Official Music Video LINK IN BIO ????

A photo posted by anselelgort (@anselelgort) on

Stephen Amell got roughed up.

Things are getting serious.

A photo posted by Stephen Amell (@stephenamell) on

Wilson Cruz hit his goal.

…because, today I hit my goal. 165lbs. ?

A photo posted by Wilson Cruz (@wcruz73) on

Terry Miller took care of the dishes.

Morning #Chores. Keeping my mind off the national shit show. #ITMFA #ImpeachTheMotherFuckerAlready www.ITMFA.org

A photo posted by Terry Miller (@terrysphots) on

ANTM alum Dustin McNeer backed up his junk.

When you hit In-N-Out burger and already know you’re ordering the whole menu??

A photo posted by D? (@d_mcneer) on

Cristiano Ronaldo kept his balance.

Keeping the balance ?

A photo posted by Cristiano Ronaldo (@cristiano) on

Charlie King planked on balls.

Pita Tofua, aka Tonga’s flag man, went skiing shirtless.

Days like this ??#IFoundSun! #DoItBecauseYouLoveIt #WhichWayToTonga @tongaskiteam @lahti2017 @onewaysport

A photo posted by Pita Taufatofua (Pita T) (@pita_tofua) on

And so did Rodiney Santiago!

Former Drag Race Pit Crew bae Jason Carter wanted YOU.

Shower time!!! Long day of filming! The days where you get to practice your craft are never work. #grateful #JJC #host! #2xist

A photo posted by JASON JAMIESON CARTER (@jasoncarterofficial) on

Josh Duhamel wore a tank top, as he always should.

Like this photo if you agree that #JoshDuhamel should wear tank tops every single day!

A photo posted by Just Jared (@justjared) on

Harry Shum Jr. got wet.

?? water heals cold blues

A video posted by Harry Shum Jr (@harryshumjr) on

Gregg Sulkin shared an outtake from his super hot Flaunt shoot.

Outtake from @flauntmagazine ? @justincampbellphotography

A photo posted by Gregg Sulkin (@greggsulkin) on

David Henrie donated his hair.

Nico Tortorella‘s pants were filthy.

my pants were filthy. @roguemagazine @foxhunter ? #niconiconico

A photo posted by nicotortorella (@nicotortorella) on

Blake Skjellerup took a dip.

Brazilian model Renato Ferreira went hiking.

Trilha da Pedra da Gávea depois de quase um ano sem fazê-la! Estava cheio de saudades! #BackToIt

A photo posted by Renato Ferreira Pires (@renferr) on

Chef Ronnie Woo bathed an elephant.

Came across this pretty little thang bathing in the river so I thought I’d join. #elephant #gorgeous

A photo posted by Ronnie Woo (@ronniecwoo) on

Chris Mears modeled Rufskin leather.

And Ellen tied Jamie Dornan to the bed.

Wanna see what “50 Shades Darker” would look like if I were in it? I show Jamie Dornan, tomorrow.

A photo posted by Ellen (@theellenshow) on

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