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Ex-Navy Doctor Promises Free Surgery for Trans Military Patients
BY MARIAH COOPER, WASHINGTON BLADE Dr. Christine McGinn, an ex-Navy surgeon, has vowed to offer free gender-confirmation surgery for transgender military patients. McGinn told CNN's Michael Smerconish that she will still perform operations for [...]
Hotter Than July: 'I Am Because We Are'
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45 Senators Call on Mattis to Resist Trump's Transgender Military Ban
BY CHRIS JOHNSON, WASHINGTON BLADE Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand leads 45 senators in calling on the Pentagon to resist Trump on transgender military service. Washington Blade file photo by Damien Salas A bipartisan group of 45 senators led by Sen. [...]
Senate Rejects 'Skinny' Trumpcare in Narrow, Late-Night Vote
BY CHRIS JOHNSON, WASHINGTON BLADE Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) was among those who rejected "skinny" Trumpcare. Washington Blade photo by Michael Key The U.S. Senate rejected early Friday morning an attempt to repeal the Affordable Care Act and [...]
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Ann Arbor OUTFest Marks 23 Years
BY DARIUS OSBORNE Photo courtesy of Jim Toy Community Center Ann Arbor is not only known for its world-renowned University of Michigan, but for its impeccable support and programs for the LGBTQ community. This year marks the 23rd anniversary of [...]
Flint Coffee Shop Keeps Doors Open Despite Obstacles
BY JIQUANDA JOHNSON Ken VanWagoner helps a customer at the Good Beans Cafe in Flint. BTL Photo: Jiquanda Johnson The Good Beans Cafe is located at 328 N. Grand Traverse in Flint. BTL Photo: Jiquanda Johnson In nearly two decades, Ken VanWagoner has [...]
Gen. Dunford: 'No Modifications' to Trans Military Service for Now
BY CHRIS JOHNSON, WASHINGTON BLADE Gen. Joseph Dunford has said there will be "no modifications" to transgender policy until further guidance. File photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Dominique A. Pineiro via Wikimedia The top uniformed military [...]
Detroit Repertory Theatre Announces 61st Season
BY BTL STAFF DETROIT – Michigan's longest running, nonprofit, professional theatre announces its 61st season. The Detroit Repertory Theatre continues its mission to produce indigenous, diversity centered theatre and to democratize the arts from [...]
National LGBTQ Task Force Launches Transgender Mental Health Survey
BY BTL STAFF The National LGBTQ Task Force has partnered with Trans Lifeline to launch the nation's first transgender mental health survey. The first-of-its-kind research is intended to provide a deep insight into the mental healthcare experiences [...]
Mombian: New Guide Offers Advice for and from LGBTQ Parents
BY DANA RUDOLPH As an LGBTQ parent, I sometimes feel like I've had to make things up as I go along. But "Pride and Joy: A Guide for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans Parents," gives queer parents and parents-to-be a handy way to tap into the [...]
New Initiative Will Provide Families Access to Fresh Food
BY BTL STAFF LANSING – The American Heart Association and the Michigan Healthy Food Access Campaign unveiled a new, statewide program to expand access to fresh fruits and vegetables. The Michigan Corner Store Initiative was created as part of the [...]