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Partying with Pride
''I think this is just a great representation of a lot of the talent that we have in D.C. and in our community,'' says John...
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Pet Shop Boys launch new single, “Vocal”
Only a few weeks after releasing the high-energy mostly-instrumental “Axis”, the first single from the Pet Shop Boys’ eagerly awaited new album “Electric”, the legendary...
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A year later, few details on White House study on anti-LGBT discrimination
It was more than a year ago, in April 2012, that leaders from some of the nation’s largest LGBT-rights organizations sat down for a meeting...
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HRC lobbies Christie for pro-LGBT Lautenberg replacement
The head of the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the nation’s largest LGBT-rights organization, released a letter to New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (R) Tuesday asking...
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College Republicans assess youth support for gay marriage vs. GOP platform
“Legitimate rape.” “Binders of women.” “47 percent.” A lot of quotes can highlight the Republican missteps in the 2012 presidential election, but perhaps Texas Gov....
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Mautner Joining with Whitman-Walker Health
Mautner Project: The National Lesbian Health Organization announced today that is has begun partnering with Whitman-Walker Health, the nonprofit community health center specializing in LGBT-sensitive...
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The Lost Patrol’s “Driven” – Late Night Listening
New York City-based indie-rock trio The Lost Patrol is back with their latest album, “Driven”, and it doesn’t disappoint. This is late-night listening at its...
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NCAVP Report Cites D.C. Efforts
A report released today by the National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs (NCAVP) holds up several initiatives led by local organizations and District agencies as models...
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D.C. Names Director of Bullying-Prevention Program
The D.C. Office of Human Rights (OHR) today announced the appointment of Suzanne Greenfield, formerly of Advocates for Justice and Education (AJE), as the first...
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Pentagon marks LGBT Pride Month while omitting trans servicemembers
The Pentagon will again commemorate June as LGBT Pride Month this year, according to a memorandum distributed by the Defense Department office that oversees diversity....
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New York City politicians respond to recent anti-LGBT crimes
In the midst of an uptick in reported hate crimes in New York City, responses vary. On Sunday, Democratic mayoral candidate and current City Council...
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If You Care (and Love It): Charli XCX is here TONIGHT
If you’re looking for something to do tonight and you can’t wait until this Sunday, June 9, to hear this week’s Metro Weekly cover ladies...
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Obama proclaims June 2013 LGBT Pride Month
President Barack Obama declared the month of June LGBT Pride Month in a proclamation released by the White House Friday afternoon. “This year, we celebrate...
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Capital Pride Week: 10 Essential Tracks
It’s Capital Pride week in D.C. once again. A time for reflection on the accomplishments of the past year, to celebrate who we are, revel...
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Sheraton New Orleans is in shape for summer (and Southern Decadence)
There is sometimes truth in the old saying, “No good deed goes unpunished.” Shortly after Hurricane Katrina, many of the hotels in New Orleans —...
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BREAKING: Illinois House fails to take up gay marriage bill
The momentum felt in recent months by supporters of marriage equality screeched to a halt Friday after the Illinois House of Representatives ran out of...
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Icona Pop’s New Single, U.S. Tour Dates
Today the Swedish dance-pop duo Icona Pop, whose irresistible Top 10 hit “I Don’t Care (I Love It)” has now reached ubiquity, released new song...
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5 Gay Things to See or Do Before Pride
Got Pride fever already? Well, here’s our pick for five slightly off-the-beaten-path ways to scratch your gay itch before next weekend’s parade, festival and parties....
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Coverboy: Andres
A lifelong swimmer, an avid reader and a political junkie are just some of the traits that describe Andres. Born in the District but raised...
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Virginia Supermajority Oppose Discrimination
A supermajority of Virginians believe employers should not be able to discriminate against people based on their sexual orientation, according to poll data released May...
