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Indifference to Fascism Is Not a Thing
I had a post go viral on Bluesky recently. At least, viral for me. When I left Twitter (which you should definitely do) for Bluesky (which you should do if you [...]Read more about Indifference to Fascism Is Not a Thing
As Michigan Republicans Advance Bathroom Bill, Florida Trans Student's Faith-Driven Protest Offers Lessons in Civil Disobedience
Twenty-year-old Marcy Rheintgen knew exactly what would happen when she walked into the women's restroom at the Florida Capitol Building on March 19. She [...]Read more about As Michigan Republicans Advance Bathroom Bill, Florida Trans Student's Faith-Driven Protest Offers Lessons in Civil Disobedience
Queer Things to Do: Attend an LGBTQ+ Art Show, Go to a Black Queer Variety Show, Sip Wine at a Ben Sharkey Show
Though we’re closing in on the latter half of the month, the Pride flame burns bright and strong. Could there be a better time to burn that candle at both ends, [...]Read more about Queer Things to Do: Attend an LGBTQ+ Art Show, Go to a Black Queer Variety Show, Sip Wine at a Ben Sharkey Show
With 'Somebody Somewhere,' Comedian Jeff Hiller Is Bringing a 'Touch of Fugs' to Queer-Inclusive TV
It’s hard to imagine Jeff Hiller making people mad. But in 2004, that was the 46-year-old comedian and actor’s job. It was his responsibility to get folks angry [...]Read more about With 'Somebody Somewhere,' Comedian Jeff Hiller Is Bringing a 'Touch of Fugs' to Queer-Inclusive TV
Tammy Baldwin Under Vicious Attack in Re-Election Bid
"I had a lovely visit to Northern California. It's sunny and it was a welcome weekend away from the mess that is Washington, D.C. right now," says out [...]Read more about Tammy Baldwin Under Vicious Attack in Re-Election Bid
Voices from an Urban Bush Sista! Black history, herstory is every day
By Imani Williams I commit myself to a 365-day-a-year acknowledgement of black history and the importance it plays in my life. When I think about Morgan [...]Read more about Voices from an Urban Bush Sista! Black history, herstory is every day
Auto-Themed Attractions for Car Lovers in Michigan
BY BTL STAFF Detroit has a rich automotive history that car enthusiasts can enjoy beyond the annual North American International Auto Show in January. Here is [...]Read more about Auto-Themed Attractions for Car Lovers in Michigan
World AIDS Day Calendar
Ann Arbor Nov. 21 – Dec. 5 Select works from the Siyazama Project, a community-based arts initiative created by and for women artists in South Africa, brings [...]Read more about World AIDS Day Calendar
Local Organizations Emphasize Giving, Not Getting This Holiday Season
BY BTL STAFF The Between The Lines Holiday Gift Guide is full of the best entertainment ideas and the hottest gift ideas for the LGBT community, thanks to the [...]Read more about Local Organizations Emphasize Giving, Not Getting This Holiday Season
The Healing Power of Beyonce's 'Lemonade'
Everyone has their own theory about Beyonce's "Lemonade." Is it about her marriage to Jay Z? Her father's infidelity? America's pervasive racism and its [...]Read more about The Healing Power of Beyonce's 'Lemonade'
...and the greatest of these is 'Faith'
Faith is a prickly word in our community. When people who lay claim to "faith" are challenging our families' right to exist, and when those same people use [...]Read more about ...and the greatest of these is 'Faith'
Fall Features LGBT Fundraising Festivities
BY SHELBY CLARK PETKUS Metro Detroit's traditional array of events benefitting local LGBT organizations begins this month. Walk AIDS Walk Detroit commemorates [...]Read more about Fall Features LGBT Fundraising Festivities
Q&A: Rose Byrne Speaks Out On Hollywood Sexism ('It's Discrimination'), Talks Playing Gay & Drag Inspirations
Photo: 20th Century Fox Rose Byrne is up to no good again. After driving Kristen Wiig further into cupcake-consuming meltdown mode during 2011s "Bridesmaids," [...]Read more about Q&A: Rose Byrne Speaks Out On Hollywood Sexism ('It's Discrimination'), Talks Playing Gay & Drag Inspirations
Q&A: Rose Byrne Speaks Out On Hollywood Sexism ('It's Discrimination'), Talks Drag Inspirations & Playing Gay
Photo: 20th Century Fox Rose Byrne is up to no good again. After driving Kristen Wiig further into cupcake-consuming meltdown mode during 2011's "Bridesmaids," [...]Read more about Q&A: Rose Byrne Speaks Out On Hollywood Sexism ('It's Discrimination'), Talks Drag Inspirations & Playing Gay
AIDS Walk Locations
Detroit/Royal Oak Sept. 14 Time: Registration from 8:30-11:00 a.m. Walk 10:30 a.m.-Noon. Location: Royal Oak Farmers Market, 316 E. 11 Mile [...]Read more about AIDS Walk Locations
Daily Speed Read: News You Should Know April 30, 2014
By Lisa Keen Keen News Service S.C. BUDGET CUTS GET SECOND LOOK: A South Carolina senate subcommittee recommended a budget that leaves out the House-passed [...]Read more about Daily Speed Read: News You Should Know April 30, 2014
California Court Denies Bid To Halt Same-Sex Marriages In State
By Greg Botelho and Amanda Watts CNN (CNN) – California's Supreme Court on Tuesday denied the San Diego County clerk's request to immediately halt same-sex [...]Read more about California Court Denies Bid To Halt Same-Sex Marriages In State
West Michigan Pride Celebrates 25 Years
By Carol Tanis Grand Rapids was represented at the 1993 March on Washington. GRAND RAPIDS – In celebration of its 25th Anniversary, West Michigan Pride is [...]Read more about West Michigan Pride Celebrates 25 Years
Time For Dedicated Action
By Eric Radar Viewpoint President Obama made history last week when he proclaimed his support for LGBT equality in his second inaugural address. Never before [...]Read more about Time For Dedicated Action
Framk Kameny National Memorial Service Remarks
by William N. Eskridge Jr. {ITAL Editor's note: Bob Witeck reported the tribute was held in the Cannon Caucus Room on Capitol Hill which served as the venue [...]Read more about Framk Kameny National Memorial Service Remarks
PBS to air 'Stonewall Uprising'
In 1969, homosexual acts were illegal in every state except Illinois and gays frequently found themselves being hauled off to jail, their names splashed in the [...]Read more about PBS to air 'Stonewall Uprising'
From Tahrir Square to Hart Plaza
Like the rest of the world, I was glued to the television watching the events in Tahrir Square in Cairo, Egypt. The 18-day protest against the rule of former [...]Read more about From Tahrir Square to Hart Plaza
Repaying a debt
by John Corvino You may not know Frank Kameny's name. You should. Frank Kameny has sometimes been called the "Rosa Parks" of the LGBT movement. Like most [...]Read more about Repaying a debt
Donald Trump
By DiAnne Witkowski Creep of the Week Aww, so sweet. Donald Trump thinks gay people are great. Mind you, not so great that they should be allowed to [...]Read more about Donald Trump
Viewpoint: Celebrate all Prides
by John Wohl As a member of the Detroit area gay community since 1973, I've been to many Pride events. I remember going to the state fair years ago and the fun [...]Read more about Viewpoint: Celebrate all Prides
2004
January 2004 – A town hall is held in Detroit to discuss homophobia in the city. It is attended by over 400 people, including many local politicians and [...]Read more about 2004
Are you out?
by Jessica Carreras National Coming Out Day is just around the corner, and though the National Equality March is drawing thousands to Washington, D.C. that [...]Read more about Are you out?
Indonesian gay rights activist speaks at U of M
By Caitlin M. Foyt ANN ARBOR – Indonesia has quite a gay past. There are ancient murals in temples across the country depicting homosexuals and transgendered [...]Read more about Indonesian gay rights activist speaks at U of M
Creep of the Week: Carrie Prejean
Oh, Carrie Prejean. Give it up. There was a time I felt sorry for Miss Prejean. It sucked that when she was asked about gay marriage at the Miss USA pageant – [...]Read more about Creep of the Week: Carrie Prejean
U of M welcomes Indonesian gay rights pioneer
The University of Michigan will welcome Dede Oetomo, one of the principal founders of Indonesia's gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender queer and intersex rights [...]Read more about U of M welcomes Indonesian gay rights pioneer
REC to host two October events
Ruth Ellis Center will host two events in October to mark their tenth anniversaty. These events will bookend the induction of Ruth Ellis into the Michigan [...]Read more about REC to host two October events
Viewpoint: Oh Lord, Right Now
During my weekly spin around my virtually expanded LGBT community, I came across the blog post "Where is our war room?" and slowed down to see just what "Tif," [...]Read more about Viewpoint: Oh Lord, Right Now
LaBelle rolls out reunion album
Hear Me Out LaBelle, "Back to Now" Even with modern brush strokes, the feisty soulful triad – Patti LaBelle, Nona Hendrix and Sarah Dash – is more back to [...]Read more about LaBelle rolls out reunion album
The 'winds of change'
LANSING – "God is separate from our political system," Rev. Kent Lederer told a record 63 gay couples and an estimate crowd of 1,500 people Saturday on the [...]Read more about The 'winds of change'
Madonna's brother to release tell-all book, Shia LaBeouf uses {ITAL the other} f-word
Billy Masters "When she was on 'American Idol,' she came in seventh. This year, the winner came in her!" – Billy Masters' perhaps less-than-gallant [...]Read more about Madonna's brother to release tell-all book, Shia LaBeouf uses {ITAL the other} f-word
Terri O'Connell races toward the checkered flag
by Daniel Weil, {URL www.Gaywheels.com} reporter An interview with Terri O' – Transgendered race car driver GayWheel Editor: Daniel Weil, a contributing [...]Read more about Terri O'Connell races toward the checkered flag
Remembering Yolanda King Activist for civil rights, gay rights, dies at 51
November 17, 1955 – May 15, 2007 Yolanda Denise King, the firstborn child of civil rights pioneers Coretta Scott King and Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. has [...]Read more about Remembering Yolanda King Activist for civil rights, gay rights, dies at 51
Top-40 tunes tell women's journey through the 20th century
If you could put together the soundtrack of YOUR life, which songs would you include? If you're a woman born and raised before hip hop and rap stormed the [...]Read more about Top-40 tunes tell women's journey through the 20th century
Battle brews over marriage lawsuits
By Lisa Keen It's been one of those behind-the-scenes disputes in the gay legal movement for a long time, but now the ferocity of the battle over equal [...]Read more about Battle brews over marriage lawsuits
January Michigan News
Affirmations helps Blue Cross to offer DP benefits to small business employees Using their Domestic Partner Registry as a foundation, Affirmations Lesbian & [...]Read more about January Michigan News
LGBT people are already equal
Dear BTL, I am glad that Jennifer Granholm is the Governor of Michigan. She seems at least friendly to the gay community. But how could she get away with [...]Read more about LGBT people are already equal
Curtain Calls ONLINE
TIDBITS: Professional Theater News from Around Town BoarsHead offers holiday cheer to youths at St. Vincent Home LANSING – The BoarsHead Theater is [...]Read more about Curtain Calls ONLINE
The Red Party' Dec. 3
DETROIT – On Dec. 3 the Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation, or Salud, will present "The Red Party" at The Works. This year's theme is "December [...]Read more about The Red Party' Dec. 3
Thank God for Rosa Parks
Dear BTL, As I have watched and read the news coverage on Ms. Rosa Parks, I have been touched by the love and respect the world has been pouring out towards [...]Read more about Thank God for Rosa Parks
All are created equal
Dear BTL, I would like to start out with saying that Ms. Rosa Parks was a good woman and an example to follow with her courage. She placed lighter fluid under [...]Read more about All are created equal
Remembering Rosa Parks
Dear BTL, It's after midnight and I can't sleep… I told my friend and loved one who happens to be white that I was sorry if I seemed kind of down. Sitting on [...]Read more about Remembering Rosa Parks
Creep of the Week: The Ku Klux Klan
The Ku Klux Klan Of all the hate groups in this country none is as well recognized, or as uniformly accessorized, as the Ku Klux Klan. Thankfully the Klan has [...]Read more about Creep of the Week: The Ku Klux Klan
