All LGBTQ Children in Foster Care Are Under Attack
Republicans are going after our most vulnerable.
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10 clothing-optional resorts to help get the most out of Palm Springs summer
10 clothing-optional resorts to help get the most out of Palm Springs summer
Pack up the sunblock and swimwear (if you don’t dare to go bare)
Whoopi Goldberg Explodes at Trump-Bot Jeanine Pirro on ‘The View’, Ends Interview: ‘Bye’ – WATCH
Whoopi Goldberg Explodes at Trump-Bot Jeanine Pirro on ‘The View’, Ends Interview: ‘Bye’ – WATCH
Whoopi Goldberg blasted FOX News host Jeanine Pirro, who was the guest on The View after Pirro accused Goldberg of having “Trump Derangement Syndrome” (above).
Said Goldberg: “Did you just point at me? Listen, I don’t have Trump derangement [syndrome]. Let me tell you what I have. I’m tired of people starting a conversation with ‘Mexicans are liars and rapists.’ Listen, 62 years old. There have been a lot of people in office that I didn’t agree with. But I have never, ever seen anything like this. I have never seen anybody whip up such hate. I have never seen anybody be so dismissive.”
Pirro snapped back: “You know what’s horrible? When people who shouldn’t be here end up murdering the children of American citizens. What’s horrible is we have sanctuary cities.”
Goldberg replied: “What is horrible is when the president of the United States whips up people to beat the hell out of people. Say goodbye. I’m done.”
Watch:
Page Six reports that things got even worse off camera:
The confrontation ended with liberal Goldberg allegedly shouting, “F–k you, get the f–k out!” at President Trump supporter and Fox News host Pirro.
During the screaming match, Pirro told Goldberg, “I’ve done more for abused women than you will ever do,” we hear.
“When Jeanine arrived on set she was looking for a fight and refusing to be on with Ana, demanding [Ana] not be in the segment,” an insider said. “[Pirro] was yelling at [‘The View’] executive producer and her staff like, ‘You need to handle this.’”
Another source told us that Pirro “was upset that Ana was there because she wasn’t told until the last minute. Ana is 24-7 anti-Trump. Jeanine wasn’t yelling, but you could tell they felt like the segment was being hijacked by shoving in an anti-Fox, anti-Trump person.”
In an earlier part of the segment, Pirro had spouted off her misinformed views about the Supreme Court, the rumor she was considered for attorney general, the Russia investigation, the James Comey firing, and more:
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Whoopi Goldberg Explodes at Trump-Bot Jeanine Pirro on ‘The View’, Ends Interview: ‘Bye’ – WATCH
Kavanaugh Passes the Test of These Anti-Equality Organizations—And Most Certainly Fails Ours
Kavanaugh Passes the Test of These Anti-Equality Organizations—And Most Certainly Fails Ours
The next Supreme Court justice will shape civil and constitutional rights jurisprudence in the country for decades to come. In nominating Brett Kavanaugh, Donald Trump has followed through on his threat to nominate a justice who would undermine basic rights and freedoms.
His record is clear: Brett Kavanaugh poses a direct threat to LGBTQ equality, reproductive rights, affordable healthcare, immigrants’ rights, workers’ rights and so much more.
Need further evidence? Just look at what some of our anti-equality opponents had to say about Trump’s Supreme Court nominee:
Focus on the Family
Jim Daly, president of the anti-LGBTQ organization Focus on the Family, praised Trump’s choice of Kavanaugh in an interview with the Washington Post, calling him a “top-drawer candidate.” Daly said that “the main reason Christian conservatives voted for President Trump was on the question of judges.”
Family Research Council
Anti-LGBTQ Family Research Council President Tony Perkins said that the organization looks forward to having someone with Kavanaugh’s “philosophical approach” and that the organization is committed to helping “move the grassroots” to secure the nomination.
Susan B. Anthony List
Marjorie Dannenfelser, president of the anti-choice Susan B. Anthony List, called Kavanaugh’s nomination “another outstanding choice” for Trump. The organization praised Trump for fulfilling his promise in nominating a judge with a record of condemning abortion access.
National Right to Life Committee (NRLC)
Carol Tobias, president of the anti-choice NRLC, commended Trump for his nomination of the “exceptionally well qualified” justice to the Supreme Court. “All too often, democratically enacted laws to protect unborn children and other vulnerable humans have been overridden by judges who abuse their power to impose their own policy preferences,” said Tobias.
Concerned Women for America
“This is why conservative women voted overwhelmingly for Donald J. Trump,” said Penny Nance, CEO of the conservative organization. According to Nance, Trump’s nominations of both Gorsuch and Kavanaugh are making good on his promises to affect the Supreme Court for generations.
National Organization for Marriage (NOM)
In proclaiming its support for Trump’s choice, the anti-LGBTQ organization promised to “work hard” to secure Kavanaugh’s nomination against a “brutal” confirmation process.
Brian S. Brown, co-founder of NOM and infamous anti-LGBTQ leader, stated that he was “confident that (Kavanaugh) will join an opinion to overturn gay ‘marriage’ and restore traditional marriage to our nation’s laws.”
Breitbart
Breitbart, a far-right news site associated with white nationalism, called Kavanaugh the “America First” choice. A story published on July 4 proclaimed that Kavanaugh applies “Trump’s economic patriotism” to the law, explaining how their views on immigration and labor align.
National Rifle Association (NRA)
The NRA lauded Trump’s nomination as an “outstanding” nominee. “He has an an impressive record that demonstrates his strong support for the Second Amendment,” said Chris W. Cox, NRA executive director. Cox promised that the NRA would activate its millions of members and supporters to ensure Kavanaugh’s confirmation.
The stakes with this nomination could not be higher. We call on the U.S. Senate to fulfill its constitutional duty and reject this dangerous nominee. Text “Save SCOTUS” to 30644 to join HRC in this fight.
4 Things to Consider Before Moving in With Your Significant Other
4 Things to Consider Before Moving in With Your Significant Other
The decision to co-habitate with your partner is a serious milestone in the relationship—not something to be treated casually or done hastily and spontaneously. Moving in together indicates that you’re both committed to each other, and are heading in the direction of permanence or even marriage. This means there are many things to discuss if […]
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4 Things to Consider Before Moving in With Your Significant Other
Dua Lipa, Paul Manafort, Seth Klarman, Antoni Porowski, Brokeback Mountain, Franklin Academy, Zephyr Teachout: HOT LINKS
Dua Lipa, Paul Manafort, Seth Klarman, Antoni Porowski, Brokeback Mountain, Franklin Academy, Zephyr Teachout: HOT LINKS
RIP. Broadway veteran Gary Beach dies at 70. “Born in Alexandria, Virginia, on October 10, 1947, Beach graduated from the North Carolina School of the Arts. He made his Broadway debut as an understudy during the original run of 1776. His additional Broadway credits include Annie, Doonesbury, the 2004 revival of La Cage aux Folles, for which he received a Tony nomination, and the 2006 revival of Les Misérables.
DENIS TEN. Olympic figure skater murdered in Kazakhstan. “Denis Ten caught two unidentified persons trying to steal mirrors from his car,” the Almaty Department of Internal Affairs said. “As a result of a brawl, citizen Denis Ten was stabbed. An investigation has been initiated; measures are being taken to identify and detain suspects.”
My skating friend, @Tenis_Den, passed away today. He was so kind to everyone and a huge inspiration to me and so many other people. Murdered in the streets of Kazakhstan. Denis, thank you for showing us how to be a champion. Your time with us was way too short. Love you forever.
— Adam Rippon (@Adaripp) July 19, 2018
EVIDENCE. Mueller releases itemized list of 500 pieces of evidence he’ll use in Manafort trial: “To make its case that Manafort committed bank and tax fraud, the lead Russia investigator signaled his intention to share with a Northern Virginia jury photographs of a putting green at the longtime GOP operative’s Long Island home, New York Yankees season ticket licensing agreements and reams of material related to Manafort’s lobbying work on behalf of the pro-Kremlin Ukrainian government.” The list.
BOSTON. Gay Ugandan woman fights deportation, fears imprisonment, torture, or being killed if it happens…
BRETT KAVANAUGH. LGBT advocates fear votes on gay rights issues.
ZEPHYR TEACHOUT. A backdoor to Trump’s tax returns?
IT’S BRITNEY BITCH. Trainer and model Sam Asghari on how he met Britney.
MICHAEL MCFAUL. Hillary Clinton denounces White House hesitation to defend ambassador. “Hillary Clinton on Thursday condemned the Trump administration for considering Russian President Vladimir Putin’s offer to allow U.S. law enforcement to observe questioning of indicted Russians in exchange for allowing Russian authorities to question American citizens.”
Ambassador @McFaul is a patriot who has spent his career standing up for America. To see the White House even hesitate to defend a diplomat is deeply troubling. t.co/gI8K8Tjg3M
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) July 19, 2018
BLUE WAVE. GOP megadonor backing Democrats in 2018 midterms. “Seth Klarman, a hedge fund manager, donated more than $2.9 million to Republicans in the 2016 election cycle. For 2018, he has shifted gears, donating hundreds of thousands of dollars to more than 80 Democratic candidates running in midterms, the Forward reports.”
ADAM RIPPON. Serving up lewks at the ESPYs.
2020. Charlotte chosen to host Republican National Convention. “Years from now what people will remember is that Charlotte is one of very few cities to host two conventions one of each major political party,” said Dallas Woodhouse, Executive Director of the NCGOP. “That’ll be a feather in Charlotte and all of North Carolina’s cap for many many years to come and long after the politics of today have faded into memory.”
WAKE FOREST. Charter school Franklin Academy drops wording from handbook that said students couldn’t talk about being gay: ‘For several years, the student handbook at Franklin Academy said that “promotion, affirmation or discussion of behaviors associated with the terms, ‘sexual orientation’ or ‘gender identity,’ including homosexuality, bisexuality and transgenderism, are expressly prohibited.” But after several people complained online last week, the handbook wording was revised to say that “harassment on the basis of affirmation or discussion of behaviors associated with the terms, ‘sexual orientation’ or ‘gender identity,’ including homosexuality, bisexuality or transgenderism, are expressly prohibited.”’
NEXT BOND GIRL. Dua Lipa? ‘Years & Years bassist Mikey Goldsworthy may have accidently revealed that Dua Lipa is recording the Bond theme song. In an interview with BBC Radio 5 Live, Goldsworthy said he hoped the band would be asked to record the next Bond theme, but Dua Lipa had already earned the role: “I thought they’d ask us to do the theme song, but alas, I think Dua Lipa doing it.”‘
BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN. Gus van Sant says Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Ryan Phillippe all turned it down. “Nobody wanted to do it.”
MUSIC VIDEO OF THE DAY. Troye Sivan and Ariana Grande “Dance To This”.
AGE GAP VIDEO OF THE DAY. Lesbian slang.
THIRSTY THURSDAY. Immense Ray.
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#AM_Equality Tipsheet: July 19, 2018
#AM_Equality Tipsheet: July 19, 2018
NINTH CIRCUIT DENIES ANOTHER TRUMP-PENCE EFFORT TO IMPLEMENT TRANS MILITARY BAN: The administration had sought a stay from the Ninth Circuit on a district court decision that halted implementation of the policy. This ruling comes in Karnoski v. Trump, a case brought by Lambda Legal and Outserve-SLDN. HRC is an organizational co-plaintiff in the case on behalf of our transgender members serving or wishing to serve their country. Said HRC National Press Secretary Sarah McBride (@SarahEMcBride): “After a string of victories for transgender troops and enlistees at the district court level, this appeals court ruling reinforces that there is simply no need or legitimate reason to bar capable and willing transgender Americans from serving their country. We are grateful to Lambda Legal and Outserve-SLDN for their representation in this critical case, and we hope that the constitutional rights of transgender Americans will continue to be upheld by the courts as this case proceeds.” More from HRC and Metro Weekly.
Another court has held off desperate attempts by the Trump-Pence administration to impose their extreme anti-LGBTQ agenda on the U.S. military. t.co/TGsvDP5KXa
— Human Rights Campaign (@HRC) July 18, 2018
THANKFUL THURSDAY — BETHLEHEM, PA., BECOMES LATEST CITY TO PASS MEASURE PROTECTING LGBTQ YOUTH FROM DANGEROUS “CONVERSION THERAPY”: “No child should be put through the dangerous and inhumane practice of conversion therapy which doesn’t work, and is tantamount to child abuse,” said Allison Van Kuiken, HRC Pennsylvania State Director. “That’s why this abusive practice has been condemned by every major medical and mental health organization, and why 14 states and Washington, D.C. have enacted laws or regulations to protect LGBTQ minors.” More from HRC, Metro Weekly and PennLive.
HRC JOINS MORE THAN 100 CIVIL AND HUMAN RIGHTS GROUPS CALLING ON SENATE TO REJECT TRUMP’S ANTI-LGBTQ SCOTUS NOM: In a letter to the U.S. Senate, the groups write, “Critical civil and human rights issues hang in the balance, including access to health care for millions of Americans, the ability of women to control their own bodies, voting rights, labor rights, economic security, rights of immigrants and persons with disabilities, LGBTQ equality, equal opportunity and affirmative action, environmental protections, and whether the judiciary will serve as a constitutional check on a reckless president.” More from The National Review.
HRC RELEASES NEW GUIDE FOR HIV PREVENTION, TREATMENT AND CARE ON HBCU CAMPUSES: “In the fight to end HIV and AIDS, we must ensure our work touches every college and university campus — and especially those primarily serving Black college-aged students, who are disproportionately impacted by the epidemic,” said Leslie Hall, Associate Director of the HRC Foundation HBCU Program. “This new guide, shared last week with HBCU leaders, will help these institutions provide equitable treatment, expand access to care and offer educational resources for people living with HIV and LGBTQ students.” More from HRC.
ADVOCATES PROTEST TRUMP-PENCE PLAN TO ROLLBACK RULE PROTECTING TRANS HEALTH: The administration claims it may have to modify regulations implementing section 1557 of the ACA, which expressly protects individuals from discrimination on the basis of gender identity and sex stereotyping. Said HRC’s Charlotte Clymer at the rally, “The courts and the science are on our side, but it is the public that needs to be made aware of the hatred and viciousness of this White House.” More from Washington Blade.
REP. LOIS FRANKEL (D-FL) INTRODUCES EMPOWER ACT TO ADDRESS GAPS IN ENDING WORKPLACE HARASSMENT:“The epidemic of sexual harassment in the workplace is pervasive across all industries and impacts all demographics — including the LGBTQ community,” said HRC Government Affairs Director David Stacy. “Employers should not be allowed to hide behind nondisclosure agreements that pressure survivors to remain silent in exchange for their job.” More from Bustle, Refinery29 and Vice.
1/ The epidemic of sexual harassment in the workplace is pervasive across all industries and impacts all demographics — including the #LGBTQ community.
— Human Rights Campaign (@HRC) July 18, 2018
HORRIFYING — REP. JASON LEWIS (R-MN) SPEWS MISOGYNIST HATE ON HIS RADIO SHOW: More from CNN.
These comments by Jason Lewis are shameful and disgusting. One more reason why @HRC is mobilizing in Minnesota to elect @AngieCraigMN, the champion we need for #MN02. t.co/7YQuDETNxU
— Human Rights Campaign (@HRC) July 19, 2018
MORNING MUST READ IN ADVOCATE — LGBTQ VOTERS WANT COMMON SENSE GUN LAW REFORM: More from Advocate.
#LGBTQ voters want #GunReformNow. Today, we again call on lawmakers to pass commonsense gun safety measures. On November 6, our powerful voting bloc heads to the polls. Read @pride_fund piece here:t.co/k42BV9IrjV
— Human Rights Campaign (@HRC) July 18, 2018
CAMPAIGN TO PRESERVE PROTECTIONS FOR TRANS COMMUNITY HAS RESERVED NEARLY $1 MILLION FOR TV TIME: If repealed, Massachusetts would become the first and only state in the U.S. to pass a statewide ballot initiative to revoke legal protections for transgender people. More on the ballot measure from HRC. More from The Boston Globe.
TRANSGENDER PEOPLE IN PUERTO RICO CAN NOW UPDATE THEIR BIRTH CERTIFICATES: Earlier this year, a U.S. District Court ruled that Puerto Rico must allow for the change — which went into effect this week. More from NewNowNext.
JACKSON HOLE, WYOMING, CITY COUNCIL APPROVES LGBTQ NONDISCRIMINATION PROTECTIONS: The ordinance passed with unanimous support on Tuesday night. More from Buckrail.
ANTI-LGBTQ LIBERTY COUNSEL TARGETS PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL FOR SHOWING ANTI-BULLYING VIDEO DURING MORNING ANNOUNCEMENTS: More from Into.
WRESTLER LOSES SCHOLARSHIP FOR SCREAMING ANTI-LGBTQ THREATS CAPTURED IN VIRAL VIDEO: Bronson Harmon was attacking activists protesting Donald Trump’s policy separating families at the border. More from Pink News.
GLOBAL EQUALITY NEWS
LGBTQ HONDURANS SEEKING REFUGE IN AMERICA FACE ADDITIONAL CHALLENGES: Michael K. Lavers (@mklavers81 ) speaks to activists about violence and discrimination faced by the country’s LGBTQ community in Washington Blade.
READING RAINBOW – Bookmark now to read on your lunch break!
The Jerusalem Post shares the experience of a gay, Black rabbi; Advocate reviews how PrEP has improved the overall health of the LGBTQ community; SkySports interviews openly trans PGA golf coach Alison Perkins (@alisonpgapro); Teen Vogue reviews “Boy Erased,” a new film tackling the horrors of anti-LGBTQ so-called “conversion therapy”; FierceBiotech reports on coming out as transgender in the biotech industry; Advocate profiles comedian Dana Goldberg (@DGComedy); Denver Post covers the Rocky Mountain Regional Gay Rodeo, yeehaw!
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500 Queer Scientists to Make Your Day Smarter
500 Queer Scientists to Make Your Day Smarter
www.advocate.com/people/2018/7/19/500-queer-scientists-make-your-day-smarter
Michael Urie & Drew Droege on their new film and “coke-fueled wedding parties in Palm Springs”
Michael Urie & Drew Droege on their new film and “coke-fueled wedding parties in Palm Springs”
The duo chat about Broadway, Palm Springs, drugged-out weddings, marriage equality and ‘Designing Women.’
Taron Egerton, Jeff Goldblum, The Queen, Chris Gagin, Timothee Chalamet, Duncan Hunter, Thai Rescue: HOT LINKS
Taron Egerton, Jeff Goldblum, The Queen, Chris Gagin, Timothee Chalamet, Duncan Hunter, Thai Rescue: HOT LINKS
THAI CAVE RESCUE. One of rescued boys describes what it was like seeing first rescuer: “I didn’t know what to say. All I was able to say was hello…”
NEW TRUMP LIE. Queen reviewed honor guard on his visit for first time in 70 years: “Contrary to Trump’s statement, however, the queen has reviewed her honor guard many times over the last 70 years. The tradition often takes place during visits from foreign officials, including during former President Obama’s visit in 2011.”
INTEL BRIEFING. Trump skips it again: “For the second consecutive day since he broke with America’s spy agencies over Russia’s election meddling, President Donald Trump on Wednesday will not get an intelligence briefing. The daily presidential guidance email sent out each evening by the White House initially featured only one item, an 11:30 a.m. Cabinet meeting. It was was updated Wednesday morning to include a 2 p.m. press briefing with Sarah Huckabee Sanders.”
A BRIDGE TOO FAR. Ohio County GOP Chair Chris Gagin resigns over Trump. “In the moment, you can’t recapture the gravitas that the President of the United States had available to him yesterday. To make that clarification in the Cabinet room in the White House without President Putin being there, to hear it, to see it in his eyes, the conviction in his statement, I don’t see this as anything other than sort of what has to be put out from a political standpoint. It’s just going to take a good while, I believe, to rebuild the president’s credibility with President Putin.”
REMAKE OF THE DAY. Timothee Chalamet in Dune? ‘Dune is complicated as all get out, so it’s in Denis’ best interests to have a cutie like Timothée up on the screen to help distract everyone in the audience from thinking “What the hell is this sh*t all about?”’
BRETT KAVANAUGH. 100+ civil rights groups call on Senate to reject Trump SCOTUS nominee. The letter.
JAMES COMEY. Vote for Democrats this fall.
This Republican Congress has proven incapable of fulfilling the Founders’ design that “Ambition must … counteract ambition.” All who believe in this country’s values must vote for Democrats this fall. Policy differences don’t matter right now. History has its eyes on us.
— James Comey (@Comey) July 18, 2018
LIPS ARE SEALED. Republicans see no upside in speaking out against Trump.
REP. DUNCAN HUNTER. “I don’t care if President Trump misspeaks.”
.@Rep_Hunter: I don’t care if President Trump misspeaks… he has a different technique–that’s why I voted for him and that’s why the American people elected him. @foxandfriends pic.twitter.com/RWiBtQubIj
— Brian Kilmeade (@kilmeade) July 18, 2018
USDA. Trump nominates pesticide company executive to lead the US Department of Agriculture.
JOEL MCHALE. Putting on a gun show.
HATE CRIME. Gay rights activist has rainbow flag ripped from door on Long Island.
GEORGETTE KENNEBRAE. Gay Black rabbi shattering stereotypes: “As a Jew of color, Rabbi Georgette Kennebrae has had her fair share of experiences that have made her feel less than welcome in the Jewish community. People sometimes assume that she is a member of the synagogue janitorial staff rather than the rabbi. Sometimes when visiting a synagogue, she’ll be asked if she’s lost.”
TRAILER OF THE DAY. Taron Egerton in Robin Hood.
GIANT STATUE OF THE DAY. Massive Jeff Goldblum statue from Jurassic Park appears near London’t Tower Bridge.
25 years ago, Jurassic Park (and one of the best moments in movie history) was born
A quarter of a century later, we introduce you to #JurassicJeff
#JurassicPark pic.twitter.com/8yFZY5AtCU
— NOW TV (@NOWTV) July 18, 2018
HUMP DAY HOTTIE. Pablo Buosi.
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