News + Politics
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Lesbian couple of 55 years to be among first to marry in California [video]
”We have to remember to say, ‘I do.’ OK?” Phyllis Lyon, 83, speaking to her lesbian partner, Del Martin, 87. The couple are to be...
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Small study claims gay and lesbian brains similar to opposite sex heterosexuals
”This is a very interesting study demonstrating a possible neurobiological relationship in brain size between gay men and straight women.” Paul Sanberg, professor of neurosurgery...
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Clinic Currency
The Whitman-Walker Clinic on Tuesday, June 17, announced that the organization's 1407 S St. NW administrative building has been sold to JBG Companies for $8...
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Another Xbox ‘gay’ name controversy for Richard Gaywood
”In accordance with Xbox LIVE policy, the gamertag RichardGaywood is no longer allowed. Please change your gamertag before playing Xbox LIVE.” A message that was...
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1980s singers Boy George & George Michael take dose of humility
“I still want to continue making music. But definitely, I’ve got things to do outside of music. Not acting, in case anyone’s wondering…. Just a...
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Two gay priests married in UK; African Archbishop Orombi “shocked” at “blasphemous” act
”Dearly beloved, we are gathered together here in the sight of God to join these men in a holy covenant of love and fidelity…. Such...
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Wayne Nesbitt Dies
Wayne Nesbitt Wayne M. Nesbitt, 45, of Capitol Hill, died in the early hours of Saturday, June 14, after collapsing at the D.C. Eagle, 639...
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Republican leader pleads guilty to oral sex on drunk, sleeping younger man
”When I first got the case, I thought it was important that he plead guilty. That he admit it, that he could get a felony,...
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Rhode Island judge won’t grant lesbian divorce, questions constitutionality of restriction
“It seems to me that this is a matter needing immediate attention and one that very plainly belongs in the hands of the legislature and...
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Tila Tequila claims credit for California marriage rights
“It is because of me — I definitely think has helped the movement…. Before it came out, everyone was still a little apprehensive...
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Massachusetts Governor’s lesbian daughter comes out in gay paper
“And I’ll always remember the first thing my dad did was, wrapped me in a bear hug and said, ‘Well, we love you no...
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Norway becomes 6th country to legalize same-sex marriage
“I am extremely pleased that we managed to get this last stage passed. Now we have to tackle the prejudice which still exists in society.”...
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Gay Divorces: What leads to same-sex break-ups after legal recognition?
”A lot of people wanted to make a statement, and others got married for no other reason other than suddenly they could…. It’s very easy...
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Southern Baptists want to oust gay-inclusive member church
” membership knows and has entrusted them with positions of church leadership…. The church has not risen up...
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Baltimore gay club, Grand Central, damage by fire
“It’s just a headache…. Had it been in the middle of the night after we closed, that would have been really bad.” Steve Ledlow, General...
