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McCain, on DADT Repeal Act: “I will do everything I can to make it work.”
From The Hill today: Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) said Thursday that he would work to help implement the repeal of the military’s “Don’t ask, don’t...
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Marc Bamuthi Joseph at Dance Place
Marc Bamuthi Joseph, artistic director of HBO’s documentary “Brave New Voices” series presents solo works, including the break/s and new material from the upcoming red,...
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Strathmore gets Gleeful (Yale style)
One of the world’s most esteemed collegiate choruses, The Yale Glee Club celebrates its 150th season with a gala concert at Strathmore. The program will...
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Obama Renominates DuMont, Would Be First Gay Federal Appeals Judge
Today, President Barack Obama sent the name of Edward C. DuMont, a District resident, to the Senate for nomination to be a judge on the...
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Marching On
On Jan. 5, Ohio Republican John Boehner was sworn in as the speaker of the House of Representatives. Boehner, who received a 0 percent score...
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2011 Gay Events in DC
All dates are subject to change at each organizer's discretion. For more detailed information as events approach, check Metro Weekly's ''Community Calendar,'' your complete guide...
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Grizzly Madam
If there's a lesson I've learned from family conversations over the past couple of years, it's that I should avoid talking politics. I probably should...
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Now the Fun Part
Some thoughts at the start of the 112th Congress: 1. Congressional sessions do not end the day after the election. Prior to ratification of the...
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''Gayborhood'' Money Grab
As with most modern cities, some neighborhoods are just a little gayer than others. In D.C.'s case, P Street NW offers many such stretches. Take...
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Prepping Pride
Planning has already started for the 36th annual Capital Pride, returning to Washington June 2-12. And on Thursday, Jan. 20, organizers hope to begin solidifying...
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House Proud
In some respects, Habitat for Humanity Montgomery County (HFH-MC) functions like Cinderella's Fairy Godmother. But instead of dolling up a gal for a big night...
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Big (Drag) Finish
Ever see a drag queen walk the runway on a balance beam? How about while dodging hurdles? Or blindfolded? You have if you've ever stopped...
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Winter Woes
The period between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day can be chock-full of holiday parties, gift shopping and family gatherings. It's an exciting time of cheer...
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Volunteer Spirit
When Eric Cohen and Jonathan Blumenthal met while doing volunteer work with a gay and lesbian singles group, it was a special moment that launched...
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Helping Out
If you know you want to help, but you're not sure exactly where to start, look to The Center, the D.C. area's LGBT community center....
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Mad About You
While it's not necessarily the answer you expect, Florence Lacey makes a little bit of madness sound kind of relaxing. At least, that is, when...
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Beat It
''This is the best one yet, and I'm so happy,'' Stacy ''Fergie'' Ferguson boasts toward the end of The Beginning. Regardless of how much you...
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Ripped Apart
Blue Valentine is the love story antidote for all the romantic comedies that flood movie theaters every year. It's a look at what comes after...
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Cause Célèbre!
''We were just thrilled about decision that gay marriage would be legal,'' says Judy Gilbert Levey, co-president of the Foundry Gallery. ''We...
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Horoscope
Heavenly Round-Up: Here in the top-end of the year, the darkness serves as an incubator for our becoming. The severity of the weather promotes hibernation...
