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mong the keynote speakers headed to the fall Florida Together Leadership conference at FIU’s Biscayne North Miami campus will be James Duke Mason, the young gay actor whose mother happens to be singer Belinda Carlisle. He has launched the popular YouTube project that encourages his fellow actors to be out and proud, the ‘Trailblazer Project.’ Visit fltogether.org to register for the conference, or read next week’s SFGN for a full-page feature on the program and its presenters.

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…Keith Blackburn, the owner of Mary’s Guesthouse, and President of the Rainbow Alliance of Greater Fort Lauderdale, is in Las Vegas this week, attending the National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce ‘National Business and Leadership Conference.’

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…Wesley Combs, a market analyst who helps companies to tap into the LGBT market, said that South Florida, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Hawaii and San Francisco are all well positioned to provide honeymoons to New York’s newlyweds. Combs said some hotels in these cities are making the effort to celebrate gay relationships just like they celebrate heterosexual weddings. Combs’s firm, Witeck-Combs Communications, conducted a nationwide survey of gay households with Harris Interactive earlier this year. It found 65 percent of gay and lesbian adults planned to take a leisure trip this summer. …Bubble Gum Fridays at the Manor Entertainment Complex, is a hotspot for the young gay crowd, and this week will be no different with a ‘Slezy Pajama Party.’ Look for local socialite and promoter of the event Oliver Douglas while you’re there. …Photographer Steven Shires seen with a group of Johnny’s dancers? Well, yes, but only for a photo shoot for a swimsuit spread for the Labor Day edition of SFGN.com, the Magazine, featuring Fall Fashion and home design. Place your ad now! …The Pantry of Broward has initiated ‘Operation Backpack,’ formed to help kids return to school. It runs through August 12, and you can show your support by sponsoring students, purchasing backpacks, or donating online.To help, contact ThePantryofBroward.org/donate.htm. …BLACK ENTERPRISE leads its seventh annual report on the Best Companies for Diversity with July’s cover feature, “Black & Gay in Corporate America.” Written by Editorat-Large Carolyn M. Brown, the editorial takes an unflinching look at the cultural and professional obstacles facing LGBT African American professionals and how a growing number are coming out and breaking through isolation and fear within their companies.

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Miami Beach Police Brutality Settlement Reached

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The settlement calls he American Civfor Miami Beach to il Liberties Union pay Strickland $75,000 of Florida made and police must adopt settlement this week with new policies regarding the city of Miami Beach police misconduct. They and two officers “accused must also train new poof retaliating against a gay lice officers addressing man for calling in an excesharassment of gay men. sive use of force report,” as “For years, the ACLU reported in the Daily Busihas received reports ness Review. about two systemic probOfficers Frankly Forte lems with the Miami and Eliut Hazzi were inBeach police: the harassformed they would be fired ment of gay men in and for their actions in March Harold Strickland around Flamingo Park 2009 – they can appeal their dismissal. Harold Strickland, a former and the retaliation against persons reportMiami Beach resident, stated the officers ing police misconduct,” said ACLU staff atgay-bashed him verbally, assaulted him by torney Shelbi Day. “We are hopeful that this kicking him and falsely arrested him after settlement marks a turning point for the reporting they beat another gay man on city of Miami Beach in seriously addressing these chronic problems.” South Beach.

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Kind of a Drag: Christmas in July The July 30 fundraiser took place at the Sunshine Cathedral in Fort Lauderdale. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to The Sanctuary House, a men’s sober living facility in Wilton Manors. At the event several businesses, community members and performers received awards for their involvement in the community. Sidelines Sports Bar was given an award for “Community Service,” Terry DeCarlo for “Lifetime Achievement,” TP Lords for “Living Legend,” Blake for “Living Legend” and Judy Shepherd for “Community Service.” TP Lords, Rico Suave, Champagne T. Bordeaux, Misty Eyez, and C. Taylor Boyd performed at the fundraiser. For Sanctuary House visit SanctuaryHouse.info and the Sunshine Cathedral at SunShinePerformingarts.com.

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ary 2005 and August 2006 from 595 gay or bisexual men aged 12 to 24 living in eight U.S. cities. Of those males, 64 reported methamphetamine use within the previous 90 days. Compared to those who had not used hard drugs, the participants who said they used methamphetamine were more likely to have a history of sexually transmitted disHealthDay News ONDAY, Aug. 1 – Methamphet- eases (about 52 percent vs. 21 percent), two amine abuse by young adult gay or more sex partners in the past 90 days (about 86 percent vs. 63 percent), sex with and bisexual males raises their an injection drug user (51.5 percent vs. about risk of HIV exposure and infection, a new 11 percent), and sex with someone infected study finds. Prior research has suggested that up to 43 with HIV (about 33 percent vs. 11 percent). Methamphetamine users were also less percent of gay or bisexual males age 18 or likely to use condoms during every sexual older have used methamphetamine, which encounter: 33 percent vs. 54 percent. increases the likelihood of sexual behaviors “The findings of our study suggest that that boost their risk of HIV exposure and inthere is a need to develop substance abuse fection. However, most research focuses on older gay or bisexual men and little is known prevention and treatment programs as part of HIV prevention” for this group, Freeman about meth use and sexual behavior among younger males, according to the researchers. and colleagues wrote. The study appears in the August issue of For this study, researchers led by Peter Freeman of Northwestern University in Chi- the journal Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine. cago looked at data collected between Janu-

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West Invitation Stirs a Nationwide Hornets’ Nest Wilton Manors LGBT community caught in midst of free speech debate

A decision by the President of the Wilton Manors Business Association, Celeste Ellich, to invite Congressman Allen West to address the non-partisan group ignited a local storm of controversy. At press time, the group had withdrawn the invitation to West. While a new association of LGBT activists, the Coalition for Equality and Fairness, was planning a public rally and demonstration outside City Hall in Wilton Manors on Monday, August 8.

Here’s what happened.

eleste Ellich sent an email on July 27 to members of the WMBA notifying them that Congressman West had agreed to address the group at Hagen Community Park on August 8. When the legislative director of the GLBT Democratic caucus, Michael Rajner, found out about West’s upcoming appearance he authored a controversial letter demanding the invitation be rescinded. “Bullies and opportunists like West have actively worked against the advancement of social justice for GLBT-people and others,” the letter read. West has outraged gay rights activists in the past by his divisive statements regarding his opposition to gay marriage and the repeal of Don’t Ask Don’t Tell. Just days before

this latest controversy West said at a town hall meeting: “When you take the military and you tell it they must conform to the individual’s behavior, then it’s just a matter of time until you break down the military.” Rajner indicated that if Ellich refused to cancel the invite, the caucus was going to demand her resignation, insist that LGBT businesses within the association pull out, and orchestrate a boycott against those businesses, which did not resign from the group including “GLBT-owned businesses willing to put profits ahead of human rights.” Rajner’s actions generated an immediate response by business and community leaders. Outraged by discovering that the WMBA would invite West to speak, Antonio Dumas of ‘To the Moon,’ John Castelli of Castelli Homes, and a few other businesses announced they

Allen West: In His Own Words

of allowing political correctness in the military with the Major Nadal Hassan episode... [Hassan was a Muslim officer who went on a shooting spree at Fort Hood, killing 13].” On Don’t Ask Don’t Tell 5. “My concern centers on forcing the 1. “When you take the military and you tell it they must conform to the individual’s U.S. Military, whose mission is to fight and win wars, to assimilate its culture to behavior, then it’s just a matter of time individual behaviors. When I hear other before you break down the military.” members of the subcommittee, “liberals” 2. “Unless I’m Michael Jackson, I can’t attempts to parallel the goal of the law change my color. But people can change with the integration of blacks and females behavior.” in our Armed Services, well, I shake my 3. “It is not the mission of the U.S. head at the absurdity of such claims. Race military to regulate or try to get into the and gender are not behaviors. Therefore, I patrol of sexual behaviors. When we try to wonder what comes next for our Military accommodate all different behaviors -- what from the social engineers of the liberal happens to standards and morals and the progressive agenda?” discipline of the U.S. Army?” 4. “Also, one must be concerned about the pressures placed upon leaders to implement this repeal and not challenge any issues they encounter. We saw the ill effects

On Gay Marriage 6. “We must hold sacred the privilege of the institution of marriage ... to promote

small businesses, taking ‘sowould indeed leave the orgacial issues’ off the agenda. nization. In response to the limit“Why would they bring ing directives outlined by someone so offensive to so West, and the proposed boymany of us to speak in our cott being organized by the midst?” Castelli said. Another GLBT Democratic caucus business, Rosie’s was equally the WMBA rescinded its inshocked, and owner Cliff vitation to West on Monday. Mulcahy, who just joined the It was revealed at that time group, opined, “this is not that the organization’s board what I signed up for.” of directors had never actuBut other LGBT members Michael Rajner ally met and sent out a formal of the WMBA stood by the invitation, indicating that the Congressman invitation. Instead Ellich had acted on her should have a right to address the group. own months ago, thinking it a ‘coup’ to land Mayor of Wilton Manors Gary Resnick, him- the Congressman, who represents parts of self a member, organized a city council reso- Wilton Manors and Oakland Park, to speak lution condemning the proposed boycott to the group. “I never thought I would wind up getting as “irresponsible and counter-productive.” LGBT leaders and the media started taking death threats and vicious emails over this positions. The Sun Sentinel editorialized that invitation,” Ellich said. After the event was called off West respondthe caucus was inhibiting free speech. Meanwhile, word of the as yet unorga- ed to the boycott and cancellation in a letter. “This boycott would have harmed hardnized and proposed boycott reached West’s office. He then sent a letter to Ellich say- working small business owners simply ing that he would still speak to the associa- because members of the Wilton Manors tion, but only if the gathering was limited Business Association wanted to be better into members of the association and he could formed on business related issue taking place speak solely on the issues important to in Washington D.C.,” the statement reads. “In these very tough economic times, I find it intolerable that the Florida Gay, Lesbian, the promulgation of our society. Because Transgender Democratic Caucus would call we cannot allow the destruction of the upon a boycott to hurt small business ownAmerican family ... And why is that imers trying to earn a living and only wanting portant? Because if you break down the to better be informed about business relatAmerican family, that leads to government ed issues from their Member of Congress. dependency, which leads to the growth Clearly, we have learned who really are the of government, which leads and results in intolerable individuals in South Florida.” greater government spending.” Dean Trantalis, an attorney and member 7. “The term ‘gay marriage’ is an oxymoof WMBA, hosted the first meeting of the ron. Because marriage is a union and a bond Coalition for Equality and Fairness and between a man and a woman to do one stated that their goal is to create an organithing: the furtherance of society by procrezation designed to protect citizenship diveration, through creating new life.” sity and stand up to public officials who are bullying the LGBT community. On Congresswoman Debbie The new group announced that it will reWasserman Shultz lease its mission statement Thursday, after 8. “You are the most vile, unprofessional planning an agenda and venue for its first ,and despicable member of the US House event – a rally entitled “Allen West: In His of Representatives. If you have something to Own Words.” The forum, open to the pubsay to me, stop being a coward and say it to lic, will be held 6 p.m. Monday, August 8, in my face, otherwise, shut the heck up.” a location to be announced. submitted photo

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August 3, 2011

Allen West Needs to be Censured, Not Censored Norm Kent, Publisher By Norm Kent

espite what you may have been reading, the gay community is not out to censor Allen West. We are out to censure him. The maturing gay citizenry in South Florida recognizes we help create the social and economic fabric of our community. We understand our businesses have helped small cities like Wilton Manors grow into a nationally recognized LGBT destination. Our goal is not to be bullies. It is not to be bullied. We will simply be silent no longer when public officials disparage us recklessly, demean us routinely, and denigrate us wantonly. We will not allow public officials, whether in a business association or a congressional seat, to belittle our lives and ignore our aspirations. We will be a part of government, not apart from it. Therefore, we will not allow a legislative leader to go unchallenged when he says gays will lead to the moral decline of the military. Tell that to Leonard Matlovich, the gay soldier whose tombstone reads “They gave me a medal for killing two men, but threw me out of the Armed Forces for loving one.” LGBT businessmen and women have put their heart and soul, as well as their pocketbooks, into developing an environment, which is welcoming and warm for everyone. We have fought hard to find gay allies in leadership positions in government, and have found a dedicated partner in Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz. We will simply not stand by silently as another congressman calls her ‘vile’ and ‘despicable.’ This is a congresswoman who has done more to protect and defend the rights of the LGBT community than almost anyone before her. This is the same congressman who fired one of his volunteer interns because he dared to post a tweet responding to an anti gay rant by a public figure. This is the same man who went to the conservative Eagle Forum and told its leadership that gay marriage “is an oxymoron” and warned that if gay marriage becomes legal, “it just becomes a matter of time before we don’t have society.” Congressman West is demonstrating anew each week an irrational fear of the gay and lesbian community, with insulting and irreverent quips that border on bigotry. They certainly are no less than

hate speech itself. None of us can afford to look the other way or turn the other cheek. West said he would be willing to speak in Wilton Manors only if the Wilton Manors Business Association addressed those issues on which he sought to focus on. He insisted that only members of the association be allowed in for the address. The Congressman sought to draw a narrow line that defined the breadth of his talk. As an elected leader, he must embrace diversity, not disengage it. Any talk to businesses in Wilton Manors would of course include the LGBT owners of multiple professions, from the corner pizza restaurant to the large realtors. Our issues are not unlike other businesses, from the costs of health care to equalizing federal tax benefits to domestic partners. A congressman has to respect that the minority who did not support him will challenge him. Once the Wilton Manors Business Association invited him, the congressman authored a letter defining the circumstances under which he would speak and the sole topics he would engage. At that point, the invitation was appropriately withdrawn. Whether the invitation should ever have been issued is a question for a different day. Certainly, the congressman has a right to speak in venues within the district he represents. But he has no right to expect to speak anywhere or go anywhere without being challenged by the controversy his misogynist, hateful remarks generate. We are not the bullies. We are defending ourselves against one. The rally being planned for Monday in Wilton Manors is entitled “Allen West- In His Own Words.” We are going to show he is a verbal abuser, and will simply no longer stand for that abuse. The emerging organization, the Coalition for Equality and Fairness will insure that those who make us second-class citizens today finish in second place in elections tomorrow. We are confident that a prudent and informed citizenry will reject his thinking, and make him a one-term congressman. Check SFGN.com for further information about the Coalition for Equality and Fairness and Monday’s planned event.

A Brief Timeline of the Deepening Divide Between the LGBT Community and Allen West July 19 Gay rights supporter Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz states her opposition to “Cut, Cap and Balance” legislation on the floor of the House of Representatives in response to Congressman Allen West’s support of the legislation. Later in the day West responds in a letter calling her “the most vile, unprofessional ,and despicable member of the US House of Representatives. If you have something to say to me, stop being a coward and say it to my face, otherwise, shut the heck up.” July 23 In Plant City at a town hall meeting West comments on Don’t Ask Don’t Tell. He states: “When you take the military and you tell it they must conform to the individual’s behavior, then it’s just a matter of time until you break down the military.” He also rejects any comparison between racial integration and the integration of gays in the military. “Let me explain something to you. I can’t change my color. People can change their behavior, but I can’t change my color.” July 27 Micahel Rajner of the LGBT Democratic Caucus calls for a boycott of the Wilton Manors Business Association after learning the group invited West to speak at their event. West responds: “I am concerned about individuals or organizations that would call upon a boycott and try to hurt hard-working small business owners only because an association wants to be better informed on business related issues that are taking place in Washington D.C.” City Commissioner Julie Carson says West is welcome in Wilton Manors, despite his “anti-gay, misogynist, and disreputable rhetoric [which has] no place in proper civil or political discourse.” July 28 Wilton Manors mayor and City Commissioners speak out against the proposed boycott of the city businesses over the West debacle. Mayor Gary Resnick says in a statement: “Calling for an economic boycott of our business community because you do not happen to agree with … [the] invitation to Congressman West is not only counterproductive, but is irresponsible.” July 29 The Christian Family Coalition jumps in to the controversy and releases a statement supporting West and attacking Rajner: “How ironic that Michael Rajner, a self-proclaimed advocate of tolerance, who claims to support “equal rights” for all, is bullying and threatening the Wilton Manors Business Association (WMBA) with a boycott…To most fair-minded Americans, Michael Rajner’s childish antics only make him look as if he were an intolerant bigot, a closet racist and a hypocrite. August 1 The WMBA backs away from the event and cancels West’s upcoming appearance. That evening a group of community leaders meets and forms a new group, the Coalition for Equality and Fairness, and plans their first event titled “Allen West- In His Own Words.” West later responds to the cancellation and says: “Clearly, we have learned who really are the intolerable individuals in South Florida.”

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Queer Speak 21st Century Quotes on Being Gay in America While the Wilton Manors Business Association and its members are free to invite speakers of their choice, and the City of Wilton Manors provides a great venue for those speakers, it is ironic that Allen West will address a group of business owners, many of whom are GLBT, and others whose businesses rely in large part on the currency of the GLBT community. The good residents and business owners of Wilton Manors know that Allen West’s anti-gay, misogynist, and disreputable rhetoric have no place in proper civil or political discourse. His extremist views are not reflective of the soul of American Society, nor are they representative of the heart of the Wilton Manors business owners and residents who struggle to eradicate the very hate speech that the Congressman spews. I will certainly be happy to welcome the Congressman to our great Island City and thank him for his military service to our Country prior to his talk.

– City Commissioner Julie Carson of Wilton Manors on Congressman West coming to the city to speak about the economy

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Gay Couple Asked to Reverse Shirt at Dollywood By Kristin M. Hall Associated Press

ASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) A lesbian couple is asking for changes at Dollywood after an employee asked one of the women to turn her T-shirt reading “marriage is so gay’’ inside-out to avoid offending others on a recent visit to the Tennessee theme park complex. Olivier Odom and Jennifer Tipton said Tuesday they want the park to be more inclusive of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender families after Odom was asked to reverse her shirt when they visited Dollywood Splash Country next to the Pigeon Forge amusement park. The story was first reported by WBIR-TV in Knoxville. Dollywood spokesman Pete Owens said on Tuesday that Dollywood is open to all

families, but their dress code policy is to ask people with clothing or tattoos that could be considered offensive to change clothes or cover up. Owens said the couple was not asked to leave and complied with the rules to reverse the shirt when asked. “The park is open every day to everybody,’’ Owens said. “We try to provide an environment for families of all shapes and sizes to enjoy themselves.” Owens said park officials were discussing the matter and would speak with the couple directly. Odom said that they visited the water park July 9 with friends and their friends’ two children when she was asked by a person at the front gate to turn her shirt inside out because it was a family park.

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Odom said she complied so as not to make a scene in front of the children, but felt offended. “That’s what we found so offensive that he said it was a family park,’’ Tipton said. “Families come in a wide range of definitions these days and we were with our family.’’ The two said they felt they needed to file a complaint with Dollywood because they believed it was important to stand up for their beliefs in marriage equality. “If marriage equality is going to happen, it’s not going to happen if people sit at home quietly,’’ Odom said. Odom said they understand the park can have dress code policies, but she felt Dollywood needed to make their policies clear and provide better training for employees when

Bachmann Refuses to Answer Questions about Gay Conversion Therapy Gage Skidmore

By Philip Elliott Associated Press

ASHINGTON (AP) Rep. Michele Bachmann on Thursday again refused to answer questions about her family’s business and finances, saying that she – and not her husband – was the one seeking the White House. The Minnesota Republican faced queries about Marcus Bachmann’s Christian counseling clinic that attempts to convert gay patients as well as her own beliefs on sexuality during a luncheon at the National Press Club. With her husband sitting nearby, Bachmann said she expected scrutiny as a candidate but questions about her family were off-limits. “I’m running for the presidency of the United State. My husband is not running for the presidency. Neither are my children. Neither is our business,” she said. Bachmann, who is campaigning hard ahead of next month’s debate and straw poll in Iowa, has steadfastly refused to discuss

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the family’s business that has faced criticism from gay rights groups. When asked to describe her beliefs on gay therapy, Michele Bachmann said she loved her husband of 32

years and then said her husband was not a campaign issue. She also faced questions about her opposition to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. The Washington Post reported this week that its analysis of her loan documents suggests her family used those federally subsidized programs in 2008. “Unlike all of you, who I’m sure paid cash for your homes, there are people out there like myself who actually have to go to a bank to get a mortgage. This is a problem: it’s almost impossible to buy a home in this country today without the federal government being involved,” she said. “We need to get the federal government out of these programs.” Bachmann used her speech to discuss Congress’ ongoing effort to increase the limit on the nation’s credit card. She downplayed the catastrophic consequences predicted if lawmakers allow the United States to default on its debts. Bachmann, a darling of the libertarian

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determining what is considered offensive. Odom and Tipton are not legally married, but held a ceremony last year in North Carolina. They wrote an email to the park asking the park “to implement policies that are inclusive of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people; conduct staff sensitivity training; and issue a public statement indicating that the park is inclusive of all families.’’ Owens said the couple’s complaints have sparked discussion at the park about the dress code, a policy that park employees deal with frequently because of the thousands of visitors every year.

tea party, has vowed to vote against any increase in the debt ceiling and called the deal being negotiated on Capitol Hill as one based on “illusory” and “counterfeit” savings. She said President Barack Obama has misled the American people on when the government would run out of borrowing authority and has employed “scare tactics” that have needlessly spooked Wall Street. “The current negotiations over the debt ceiling illustrate exactly what is wrong with Washington, D.C., today,” said during her speech. “The lack of a clear plan from our president to substantially reduce our debt is what’s scaring the markets. ... The markets know when politicians are serious about spending cuts and the markets know when politicians are not.’’ The nation faces a Tuesday deadline to increase Washington’s borrowing power to pay its bills. Congressional leaders were working to find a compromise that cuts future spending as a trade-off to avoid a government default that could send world markets crashing and could downgrade the United States’ credit rating. Bachmann said that would not happen; she offered no specifics to back up that claim.

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Gay Marriage Amendment May Not Help NC GOP By Emery P. Dalesio Associated Press

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ALEIGH, N.C. (AP) Legislative Republicans are weighing whether to add a gay marriage ban to the state constitution, but it may not provide the election boost they’re hoping for. A political science professor said he doesn’t expect an amendment restricting marriage to one man and one woman to draw many voters who wouldn’t otherGov. Beverly Perdue (R), North Carolina wise be motivated to head to the polls. Opinion polls from the past year ate would have to approve putting the quesare mixed on how much support there is for tion before voters in November 2012. Wake Forest University political science such an amendment. Republicans in the state House on Wednes- professor John Dinan said he thinks the day proposed expanding their week-long marriage constitutional amendment will redistricting session to consider constitu- draw few North Carolinians to the polls tional amendments, but later discarded the who aren’t already likely to vote for presiidea. Lawmakers and interest groups had dent and governor. “Both parties believe that these amendcomplained about the surprise move. The issue has been postponed until a leg- ments can bring out voters who might not islative session in September, but the ramifi- otherwise come out. The flip side of that is cations will reach deep into a 2012 election that it’s tough to think of a voter in 2012 who season in which Republicans are hopeful of would not be motivated to vote in a presidentheir chances against Democratic Gov. Bev- tial election contest, not be motivated by a gubernatorial re-election contest, but would erly Perdue and President Barack Obama. Obama narrowly won North Carolina’s be pulled out by a constitutional amendelectoral votes in 2008 and signaled he aims ment,’’ said Dinan, who researches state conto contest the moderate Southern state stitutional amendments across the country. Still, political strategists believe President again. Democrats decided to hold their conGeorge W. Bush’s re-election in 2004 benevention in Charlotte. It’s already illegal for same-sex couples to fited because the battleground state of Ohio was one of 11 states with same-sex marriage marry in North Carolina. The proposal would let voters decide amendments on the November ballot, Diwhether to amend the state constitution so nan said. that it states that marriage between a man and a woman is the only domestic valid For the complete article, legal union recognized in the state. Three- go to: sfgn.com/ncgop fifths of all members of the House and Sen-

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people. The video was part of a larger naOSTON (AP) tional campaign deGay and lesbisign to combat high an advocates rates of suicide among are faulting US Sen. gay, lesbian, transScott Brown for refusing gender and bisexual to participate in a video youth. aimed at reassuring gay A spokesman for and lesbian youths that Brown said he believes their lives will improve all people regardless as they grow. of sexual orientation Every Democratic should be treated with member of Massachudignity and respect and setts’ congressional delhas championed antiegation participated in bullying legislation. the video. Brown, the The aide also said lone Republican, did one of the activists benot appear. hind the nationwide Activists say Brown’s The newly “morally reticent” campaign has made refusal sends the mesScott Brown posing for Cosmo in 1982 crude written comsage that he doesn’t care about the harassment faced by young ments about Brown.

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T R A V E L

Going Out – New Orleans By Joey Amato

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f you don’t have plans this Labor Day weekend, be sure to head to one of the most celebrated events of the summer, Southern Decadence. Now in its 40th year, this fabulous celebration in New Orleans is one of the largest circuit parties in the country. From August 31 through September 5, the Big Easy will be transformed into a non-stop party, headlined once again by the ever-popular Deborah Cox and hosted by Rhea Litre and Billy Francesca. Appearances by world-renowned DJ’s: Abel, Lydia Prim, Dawna Montel, Rodriguez and Mike Bryant will also make for an unforgettable event. The history of Southern Decadence is quite surprising. In 1972, a group of friends living near the French Quarter decided to throw a going away party for another friend. The group decided to theme the party and call it the “Southern Decadence Party: Come As Your Favorite Southern Decadent.” Guests were required to dress in costume as their favorite southern character. The following year, a parade was added, much similar to a bar crawl, and in 1974, a grand marshal was appointed to oversee the soiree. The event grew exponentially in the years following, and today, Southern Deca-

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dence attracts more than 110,000 participants and generates nearly $125 million in revenue for the city, making it among the top five events in New Orleans. The crown jewel of Southern Decadence

will be Sunday’s parade, which rivals pride parades in some of the world’s largest cities. This year’s parade features Grand Marshals Tiffany Alexander and Misael Rubio. The duo had the honor of declaring the theme: “What

Happens In New Orleans Stays in New Orleans.” Attendees are encouraged to wear clothing in the shades of fuchsia, black and silver, this year’s chosen color scheme. While in New Orleans, be sure to stop by, the Hit Parade, the city’s largest gay and lesbian gift and clothing store. The unique one-stop shop is located at the corner of Bourbon and St. Ann Streets, directly across the street from the Bourbon Pub / Parade, the largest nightclub in the city. The Crescent city boasts nearly two-dozen LGBT bars and nightclubs, so guests will surely be able to find a venue of their liking. Most bars are situated around the French Quarter, which makes barhopping a breeze and quite safe. The NO/AIDS Task Force will set up an information booth, which will provide visitors with useful information, maps and details about the event and the city itself.

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Susan Estrich

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Nuts and Sluts

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ctually, I called this one. Ask my son. Whore, she said, she being me. It was the only defense. Rich guy has sex with hotel maid. What can you say? True love. Not likely. Quote Bernard Shaw. What was her price? OK, so half the people think he’s been put through the wringer, and half think she has. What a wonderful world. Injustice is gender neutral. What I care about is all the other women: the women who really were raped, the women who are afraid to report, the women who will turn away from all of this coverage, who will tense up when men start talking about the poor Frenchman who thought he was doing it with a prostitute and not a woman with a right to consent. I know what these women will do next, or rather, what they won’t. They will not tell anyone what really happened to them. I’m not trying to defend women who lie; they should be put, smack ready, in exactly the category of men who lie, usually about other things, like life or death or money. But most women don’t lie. Matter of fact, they don’t tell the truth in the first place. Year after year, I write these words. Rape

is not the crime most lied about, quite the contrary. If you look at the statistics, rape is the violent crime least likely to be reported. The danger is not that so many women lie (painful though it is to watch), but that so many are afraid to tell the truth. What do you say to them? The real victims. The women who have been casually or cruelly or violently stripped of their self-esteem, their faith in anything, their souls. They come to my office all the time, close the door, lower their voices, and then we cry. Do I tell them this won’t happen to you, unless the guy you’re accusing happens to be a powerful and well-connected IMF guy? That you won’t be put through the wringer, too? Wringers come in many sizes. You don’t have to be in the middle of a tabloid explosion when you’re living in a small world -- small town, big university, it’s all the same. I will never forget what those Boston police officers said to me when I was in the back of the car, a nice girl, raped at the point of an ice pick. Is there anything about you that you wouldn’t want some lawyer digging into? Anything about me. What did I have to do with it? Sometimes I turn it into a joke. How could there possibly be anything for me to hide when I spent the past three years at Wellesley? Everyone laughs. Wellesley is a women’s college. Sometimes I just shake my head. Exactly who is supposed to be on trial here? Over the years, I have learned a very painful lesson. In most rape stories, everyone lies a little. Sex between strangers is rarely very pretty. Truth be told, a rich Frenchman shouldn’t be having sex with a poor and desperate hotel maid. Can we agree on that? Crime or not, it is horrendously bad judgment for someone who is supposed to be managing the world’s money. But you don’t go to prison for bad judg-

ment. If that is all that can be proved, you don’t go to trial. Over and done. The Frenchman may not get his reputation back (and he will never be alone in this lament), but it remains to be seen just what reputation he deserves. In the meantime, there is the matter of the other women. And men. Men underreport rape even more than women do. Stigma is gender neutral, as well. Indeed, if there is anything worse in the rape world than being a female victim, it is being a male victim. So the message goes out yet again: Watch

out. Men, watch out for those women you think you can treat like toilet paper; they may come back to catch you. Watch out when you have sex with someone you don’t know, don’t trust, wouldn’t, say, lend your wallet to. Watch out, indeed. You should be doing that anyway. And what is the message to women? To find out more about Susan Estrich and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate website at www.creators.com.

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From the Right

Obama Faces Disappointment from the Left By Matt Chen

resident Obama’s decision to begin to withdraw from Afghanistan reflects a deepening rift between his administration and his former sycophants on the left. On a score of issues, the liberal community has begun to tire of their president. Indeed, at the Netroots Conference, liberal activists convened a panel on “What To Do If The President Is Just Not That Into You.” And liberals are getting the feeling that he is not. From Al Gore comes the criticism that Obama has not informed the nation about the scientific evidence which he sees as proving that man-induced climate change is upon us and for not taking bold enough steps to address the issue. Of course Al Gore never addresses the fact that if the government actually restricts business activity to comply with climate change concerns, it will effectively reduce or eliminate so many

industries that millions of people will lose their jobs. And China will laugh at us... From Democratic Senators comes the warning not to cut too deeply into government spending in the debt limit negotiations and a demand that he listen to their appeals for even more spending. It’s hard to ever find a liberal or so-called progressive who wants to restrict government spending and foreign borrowing, except when it pertains to the Pentagon. From the gay community comes anger at Obama’s refusal to endorse gay marriage despite his ongoing, self-confessed “evolution” on the subject. Part of the problem is that Mr. Obama needs a huge turn out of Hispanics and blacks to get re-elected, yet both groups are far more opposed to “gay mariage” than white voters. Unemployment in the Latino and black communities, coupled with gay marriage,” will likely depress

President Barack Obama meets with, from left, Senior Advisor David Plouffe, Director of Communications Dan Pfeiffer, and Press Secretary Jay Carney in the Oval Office, July 27, 2011. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

the minority voter turnout Obama needs for a second term. From ultra-liberal Congressman Dennis Kucinich comes the charge that his intervention in Libya is outside the permitted scope of the war powers act. From former Interior Secretary Bruce Babbitt comes an attack on Obama’s land use policies, accusing him of too easily allowing access and development on public land. Although, such access and development does create jobs and more taxpayers. From the far left comes consternation at Obama’s refusal to close Gitmo and even criticism over shooting an “unarmed” Osama bin Laden. And from the National Association of Latino Elected Officials (NALEO) comes anger at Obama’s refusal to attend their annual convention for the third year in a row despite his campaign vow to come back after he won the election. Beneath their pique is, of course, real discontent over his failure to push for immigration reform even when he had sixty votes in the Senate and his stepped up “silent raids” on employers of illegal immigrants – something the gay community refuses to admit because they want to portray Obama as the champion of diversity. Obama needs the strong and enthusiastic support of a solidly united left. He needs the turnout and he requires that they remain loyal even as he moves to the center to appease conservative and moderate voters. But he is not getting it. Nor is his decision to withdraw so slowly from Afghanistan likely to do much to endear him to the liberals. While he makes a big show of withdrawing more rapidly than

his generals wanted, that’s a straw man. In reality, he is going to keep the surge troops in Afghanistan until Election Day as he pulls them out slowly between now and then. His announcement of a pullout of ten thousand troops – out of a hundred thousand – by the end of the summer will not impress the left. Behind the discontent of the liberals is, of course, disappointment and frustration with the economy. The continuing high levels of Liberals realize that under Obama there has not only been no closure of the gap between the rich and the poor but the recession has brought a further widening.

unemployment and the president’s seeming cluelessness in the face of a coming double dip recession – accompanied by inflation this time – erode his image as an income redistributor. Liberals realize that under Obama there has not only been no closure of the gap between the rich and the poor but the recession has brought a further widening. Obama’s victory was clinched by a virtual doubling in the turnout of young people in 2008. Unless he comes near that level this time, he is in for great difficulty. And the soundings from the Latino and left communities indicate that he’s got a long, long way to go. Matt Tsien (Chen) is a graduate of the National Journalism Center of Washington, DC.

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The Rare Reporter

Is Pedophilia a ‘Sexual Orientation?’ By David Webb

he very mention of the word pedophilia – defined as the abnormal sexual desire in an adult for children – can spark an emotional, angry response in many people. I discovered that when I posted a question on Facebook seeking comments on what an anonymous reader had previously suggested to me about pedophilia. The reader advised me that pedophiles comprise a minority group, and that pedophilia is actually a form of sexual orientation like being gay or lesbian. The reader reached out to me because I had described the LGBT community as the last minority group to which it is still politically correct to discriminate against in some quarters. The reader claimed that pedophiles are similarly discriminated against in a much harsher light and suggested that LGBT activists also engage in the discrimination because they are higher in the pecking order than pedophiles. In response to a comment I made about his initial complaint, the reader wrote, “You are confusing sexual orientation with criminal activities. There is abundant evidence that most child molesters are not pedophiles (not primarily attracted to prepubescent children), and that most pedophiles are not molesters. I would hope that the people in your community would be able to understand the difference.” Well, I not only did not understand the difference I was bewildered, to put it mildly. I asked the reader to send me an e-mail further explaining his argument, but I never received a response. So my next step was typical for me when I don’t quite know what to say, I started doing a little research on the Internet. What I found first was an essay, “The Pattern of Sexual Politics: Feminism, Homosexuality and Pedophilia,” by Prof. Harri Mirkin, published in 1999 in an academic journal. The essay made headlines in 2002, while Mirkin was chairman of the political science department at the University of Missouri’s Kansas City campus, according to a New York Times story.

The essay gained widespread attention because of the sexual abuse scandal that enveloped the Roman Catholic Church. In the essay, Mirkin compared the “moral panic” over pedophilia to the outrage that erupted

when the feminist and gay rights movements took hold. Reaction to Mirkin’s essay, even though it was a few years old, apparently was equally hostile and panic-stricken. From there I moved on to an essay written for the Journal of Sex Education and Therapy, written in 1989, by Joan A. Nelson, who is listed today as an American Board of Sexology certified sex therapist practicing in San Rafael, Calif. The essay, “Intergenerational Sexual Contact,” gave me a more scientific name for what I was researching and defined it as “any behavior between a minor and someone at least five years older that is perceived by either participant or by society as sexually stimulating or intended to be sexually stimulating.” It examined both the “adult participants” and the “child participants” in great detail. In one passage it noted, “In the face of ageold taboos and horrors of child abuse, it is hard for educators, research designers and other shapers of social policy to be nonjudgmental about intergenerational sex.” It goes on to say that scientists should basically approach this type of sexual activity clinically to avoid misleading results. One of the more surprising points made in the essay was that the child participants appeared to sometimes be “indifferent” to the experience rather than traumatized. Advocates of legalizing sexual relationships between adults and pubescent minors apparently argue that it is usually consensual, it has occurred throughout history and that it

causes no harm to the younger partners. I searched to see if there were any groups actively promoting the interests of people who think they should have the right to engage in such sexual activity, but all I found was the North American Man/Boy Love Association. To the best of my knowledge that group and its interests have been condemned by most LGBT activists, law enforcement agencies and mental health professionals, and its small membership has disappeared underground. I became aware of some advocacy for lowering the age-of-consent laws for sexual activity, but I don’t think those are particularly relevant to the issue of so-called intergenerational sex. Most of what I’ve read concerning that issue appears to be related to teenagers who become involved in consensual sexual relationships with others closer to their age. Finally, armed with this new body of knowledge, I went to Facebook to undertake my unofficial survey. I asked for input from my friends, and boy howdy, did I get it. My Facebook friends represent a pretty good cross-section of straight and gay people, conservatives and liberals and

people all ages and backgrounds, many of whom are part of our community in some way. Most appeared to be outraged by the very idea of even considering whether there should be any consideration given to the idea of pedophilia as a sexual orientation. One commentator noted that LGBT activists should have had the foresight long ago to “rail against” any classification of our community in terms of sexual orientation, sexual preference or any other sexual terms. In our community, we are building relationships, raising families and doing all of the other things in which our heterosexual counterparts engage. She asked why we should always be classified in sexual terms, rather than for who we are and what we accomplish? So I would say in conclusion, that I learned a lesson. And to the anonymous reader who thought that our community should be better able to understand pedophilia (or intergenerational sex) and be more sympathetic, I’d have to say, “Sorry, but we don’t buy it.” David Webb is a veteran journalist who has covered LGBT issues for the mainstream and alternative press for three decades. E-mail him at davidwaynewebb@yahoo.com.

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Del Shores’ Sordid Confessions A new show comes to The Manor

By Dennis Jozefowicz

el Shores, creator of the cult-favorite film, play and TV series Sordid Lives, is bringing his hilarious new one-man show to South Florida. The Southern-fried writer/director/producer and most recently added stand-up comedian just played to rave reviews at the Laurie Beechman Theatre in NYC, Rose Room in Dallas and more than a dozen other cities. During his last visit to Fort Lauderdale in 2009, he brought A Sordid Affair to the Parker Playhouse. The show highlighted characters in the TV series, as well as musical performances by his husband Jason Dottley (was also was in the series), comedy skits from cast members, and a standup routine from Leslie Jordan. This time around, Del is on his own with a brand of raw stand-up that highlights his outrageous stories that rival Sordid Lives. Jason Dottley will also be on hand to perform his new hit “Pop it.” This will definitely be a “not miss” show chock full of hard-core laughs not for the faint-of-heart.

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By Chris Azzopardi

not every artist can say they have 16 Grammy Awards, making her one of the most honored artists in Grammy history. f there’s any girl who runs the world, it’s Beyoncé. But that’s Queen Bey, who’s also assembled a gaggle of gay The reigning diva – she’s called Queen Bey for a reason, people – is one of the biggest and best voices fans who are – you guessed it – crazy in love with her. In this exclusive chat with Beyoncé, her first gay behind a long run of hits dating back to the late ’90s, press interview since 2006, the singer/actress/ when she was part of supreme girl-group Destiny’s Child. Years later, Beyoncé still demonstrates just how irreplace- glamour-girl spoke about how the fierceness of able she is as a solo artist, having released four albums – and her gay fans inspires her, the intimidation she’s dedicating her latest one, 4, to that milestone – with some of feeling following in the footsteps of Judy the most memorable and gay-celebrated singles in pop music and Barbra for her upcoming role in A Star Is Born, and what she really history. Not every artist can say they’ve had a gay boy meant by the “girls” who run lead a football team to glory by performing “Single Ladies,” as seen on Glee. And the world.

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I know, according to you, the girls run the world – but what do you think about the girls and the gays teaming up and running the world together? Well, that’s what I meant when I said girls. (Laughs) Sure – we could all be one. Yes, exactly! We are all one. Do you know enough gay people so that we could successfully pull this off and take over the world? Absolutely. I think it’s happening already. I remember my friends were telling me when the song “Run the World (Girls)” first came out in the clubs the kids were going crazy, and I thought it was so wonderful and I was so excited to know that the reception was so positive. You don’t do a lot of gay press, but you have to know that you have a huge gay following. Yes, I do. When did you feel a real connection with your gay fans? I’ve always had a connection. Most of my audience is actually women and my gay fans, and I’ve seen a lot of the younger boys kind of grow up to my music. It’s great when I’m able to do the meet-and-greets, because I’m able to really connect and have conversations. People look at some of the artists that I admire – like Diana Ross and Cher – and they identity that glamour with Sasha Fierce, and I’ve been really inspired by the language. I have my (gay) stylists and my makeup artist, and all of their stories and the slang words I always put it in my music. We inspire each other. Like I said, we’re one.

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What do gay people tell you when you meet them? I have so many stories; I don’t even know where to begin. I know that I just recently had a contest where I had everyone reenact my artwork. Just seeing some of the guys who dressed up – like my hairstylist dressed up as Sasha Fierce from “Single Ladies” for Halloween, and I saw so many people dressed up in that glove and bodysuit – really makes me feel like I’m doing my job and some of the fashion is making its mark. To know that people can be free and confident and do what they want themselves, and I can be the person they want

competitive and we can’t respect each other, especially if we’re both out around the same time – they think we’re going to kill each other. And it’s all about women learning from each other, and I respect talent and I respect people Yes, you’ve inspired lots of drag that work hard – and good people. queens out there. What tips can you I love Gaga. I mean, if she didn’t perform and give them to be a better Beyoncé? she wasn’t a singer, just as a human being I love I have many different looks, so find what her to death. But on top of it, she is the most works best for your silhouette and your face. I’ve had every kind of hair style and I know, for talented pop star right now, and I’m so happy me, there are certain things that I love to wear for her. It’s just really inspiring to see someone and there’s certain makeup and colors – bright who just creates their own destiny and comes up with their own looks and writes their own colors on my eyes – that just don’t complesongs and choreographs and is in control and ment my features. So I think just figuring out is not contrived. If you took away every bit of which Beyoncé works best for your figure and costume and she just sat in front of a piano, she features. would still tear it down. She’s just that talented, For your upcoming role in the remake and she deserves it all. And I’m just happy to work with her. I love her. of A Star Is Born, you’ll be part of a lineage of gay icons including Judy “I Was Here,” a song on 4 written by Garland and Barbra Streisand. How does it feel knowing that? Is it intimi- Diane Warren, is all about you changing lives. What do you hope is the efdating? fect you’ve had on your gay fans over I’m slightly a bit intimated, I have to say. I the years? feel a bit overwhelmed, and I’m still in shock. I hope that I’ve given them confidence, and (Laughs) But the studio and Clint (Eastwood, I hope that I’ve given them inspiration. I just the director) believe in me, and I feel like want everyone to become a better person, and I’ve been really selective and I’ve waited and I hope that when they see me perform they worked really hard and I’ve done different types of movies – from comedies to thrillers to can live out their fantasies and see my work ethic and apply it to their lives and be confident drama when I played Etta James – and I really and proud. If they’re bootylicious, be proud; wanted to make sure I was ready. I do believe whoever they are, be proud. On this album, I that at this point I am ready, and I’ve been really focused on making people feel good and disciplined and I’ve surrounded myself with really good actors. I hope this is going to be as feel love and know that there is love out there and goodness exists. I wanted to make a body wonderful of an experience as I feel it’s going of work that took risks – to be brave and be to be. myself, and not focus on being cool. I just remember growing up seeing Barbra Streisand and knowing that she represented That’s what I love about this album that generation’s star, and being an African– you did what you wanted to do. American woman and being the person that’s Through that, you’ve taught gay fans represented is such an honor. I respect it and how to stay true to themselves. What I cherish it and I’m going to work so hard – have you learned from them, though? harder than I’ve ever worked – to make sure that I live up to filling the shoes of those other If anyone is brave and true to themselves, women. it’s my gay fans. The amount of confidence and fearlessness it takes to do what maybe is not Last year, Lady Gaga made this remark in an interview with E! News: “I what your parents expect you to do or what society may think is different – to be brave was very excited to be working with and be different and to be yourself – is just so Beyoncé again. It just sort of works beautiful. It’s the most beautiful thing you can out because we both like women.” be, and it’s what we all want to be at the end What did she mean by that? of the day. And not worrying about satisfying or (Laughs) Well… I’m all about women becoming what other people think you’re supworking together and supporting each other posed to be, that’s like the ultimate dream – to and learning from each other, and I feel like sometimes women get a bad rap. It’s like we’re just be that brave. to look like (laughs), is really such a blessing for me, and it’s very inspiring. I’m very happy and proud of that.

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Nightlife by J.W. Arnold

Cooler Days Ahead as Countdown to White Party Begins

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e may be in the midst of the sweltering South Florida summer, but, believe it or not, we’re just a few months away from the biggest party of the fall, White Party weekend. Last week, Care Resource, the party’s organizer and primary beneficiary, announced the new location and date for the 2011 event – Friday, Nov. 25 at Miami Seaquarium on Key Biscayne. The party begins at 7 p.m. and continues into Saturday morning. Promoters are promising an exciting event that will eclipse the legendary parties at the scenic Vizcaya mansion. The discounted Florida pass for state residents is already on sale for $75 and includes admission to the all new White Party and the popular Muscle Beach dance on South Beach. Visit WhiteParty.org for more information. In the meantime, we’ll have to settle for these hot summer offerings from South Florida’s LGBT bars, nightclubs and restaurants: Wednesday, Aug. 3

e love the outrageous T.P. Lords and tonight she takes center stage at South Beach stalwart Twist. Resident DJ/producer Maximus 3000 will be in the booth, along with special guest Barry Huffine. Enjoy free drinks from 11 p.m. to midnight. The show starts at 1 a.m. Twist is located at 1057 Washington Ave. Thursday, Aug. 4

or the last several months, Bar 721, 721 Lincoln Lane, tucked away behind trendy Lincoln Road has been offering big

parties all week long. On Thursdays, stop by for Forplay, featuring Top 40 and house by DJ Reddy and hosted by Noel Leon. The party starts at 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5

o you wear pajamas to bed or not? Head down to The Manor tonight for the Sleazy Pajama Party. If your pajamas are sleazy enough, you could pocket $500 in cash and prizes in a special contest. Don’t miss performances by Estephania St. Lords and T-LO Ivy and sounds by DJ JPS. The Manor is located at 2345 Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors. In Miami, it’s a sleazy night at Sugar, 2301 SW 32 Ave., as the DJ Jarell celebrates KeSha’s “Get Sleazy” tour, which stops at Barfront Park on Sunday. Join Alex Infiniti, T.P. Lords and Sasha Lords and you might get lucky and win a pair of tickets to the concert. Saturday, Aug. 6

f Friday at The Manor isn’t sleazy enough, head to Ramrod, South Florida’s leather/Levi/uniform bar for the pig dance. This monthly party draws some of hottest and craziest guys.You’ll find the action at 1508 NE 4th Ave. in Fort Lauderdale. Meanwhile, in Miami, Johnny’s is the spot on Saturdays with 40 dancers.YouTube sensations Jessica and Hunter are your special guest hosts and DJ TPROMIX will be running one of the best sound systems in town.As an added bonus, get $5 off admission at Discotekka with your Johnny’s wristband. Johnny’s is located at 62 NE 14th St. Sunday, Aug. 7

n Miami, the boys are flocking to promoter Edison Farrow’s new Sunday party, House, ironically held in—you guessed it—a house, 221 NE 17th St., just a few blocks north of the Arsht Center. Doors open at 9 p.m. and there is no cover.

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By Brian Swinford

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community beautiful. Also this week at the Broward Center for Performing Arts is showcasing Disney’s Aladdin Jr. with the Broward Center summer theatre camp Young Professionals Program. Hop on this magic carpet ride with Aladdin and all his wonderful friends in this enchanting world. Cling to the edge of your seat as Aladdin fights to escape the poverty of the streets before winning the heart of a princess. This week’s movie is Crazy,Stupid,Love with Steve Carell and Julianne Moore.This movie has all the great ingredients that a good movie needs.With comedy, romance, and a little heartbreak it has a bit of something for everyone and is a date movie for sure.Take your partner and cuddle up for a summer hit.

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Rising Action Theater 1480 SW 9th Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL. 33315 (954) 561-2225 Sept 9 to Oct 9 As Bees in Honey Drown Oct 21 to Dec 31 Thrill Me- The Leopold and Loeb Musical

Adrienne Arsht Center 1300 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, Florida 33132 (305) 949-6722 August 3, 4, 5 2011 Cirque iD

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August 3 Gold Coast Watercolor- Life Painting August 4 South Florida Camera Club

Hard Rock Live! 1 Seminole Way,, Hollywood, FL 33314 • (954) 797-5531 Aug 03 Engelbert Humperdinck Aug 07 The Go-Go’s

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his week in Hollywood “We got the beat” with the Go-Go’s at The Hard Rock Live.The Go-Go’s were the most popular all-female band to emerge from the punk/new wave explosion of the late ‘70s and early ‘80s, becoming one of the first commercially successful female groups. With their energetic The Go-Gos new wave pop, the GoGo’s will have you “Head over Heels”. In Fort Lauderdale The Midtown Jazz Mingler at Joseph C. Carter Park will have the best local and regional artists from the genres of Jazz, Blues, and R&B. This event is trying to promote the improvements that are taking place in Fort Lauderdale. Come listen to these great artists and help support our community – only we can make our

Swap Shop Drive-In 3291 West Sunrise Boulevard,, Fort Lauderdale, FL (954) 791-7927 August 03 Crazy, Stupid, Love PG-13 1 hr 47 min. 8:30, 10:45 Smurf’s PG-13 1 hr. 40 min 8:30pm Captain America: The First Avenger NEW! PG-13 • 2 hr. 4 min. 8:30 / 10:55 Friends With Benefits. R • 2 hr. 8:30 10:50 Horrible Bosses R • 1 hr. 40min. 8:30, 10:30 Zookeeper PG • 1 hr. 44 min. 8:30, 10:35 Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: part PG-13 2hr. 5 min. 8:30 Transformers: Dark of the Moon PG-13 • 2 hr. 37 min. 8:30, 9:00 Bad Teacher R • 1 hr. 32min. 8:30

Special Events: August 6 Riverwalk Urban Market 8:00 am to2:00 pm At the Riverwalk Historic District/Fort Lauderdale Aug 13 The 21st Annual Poverello Center Bowl –a-Thon at Sawgrass Lanes August 07 Las Olas Gourmet Market at the Las Olas Chemist (ELO at SE 12 Ave) August 13 Midtown Jazz Mingler at Carter Park Nascar Aug 7 Pennsylvania 500 Pocono Raceway Aug 21 Pure Michigan 400 Michigan international Speedway Nov 20 Ford 400 Miami International At The Pride Center August 4 9:00 am AA Meeting - Bldg B, Main Hall August 4 1:00pm Living Healthy Workshop Bldg B, Main Hall August 4 5:45pm AA Meeting - Bldg B, Main Hall

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Georgie’s Alibi,

2266 Wilton Drive ,Wilton Manors, FL 33305 ,(954) 565-2526 Fort Lauderdale’s Best & Longest Happy Hour Wednesdays $2 Domestics & $1 Schnapps after 9pm Wednesdays

Atomic Boom,

2232 Wilton Drive ,Wilton Manors, FL 33305, (954) 630-3556 Best Sound & Light Show in Broward County. Mondays Porn Bingo with Desiree Dubois $3 Margaritas, $1 Draft

Bill’s Filling Station,

2209 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL 33305, (954) 567-5978 Large Bar/ Nightclub, Amazing Drink Specials in Wilton Manors Wednesday’s After 9pm $10 Miller Lite Beer Bust

Boardwalk,

1721 North Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311, (954) 463-6969 A Cute Little Hangout in Fort Lauderdale Pool-Room/Game Room on One Side and a Bar-Strip Club on the other. Mondays $3 Well & Dom, after 9pm $3 U-Call-It Shots

Corner Pub Bar,

1915 North Andrews Ave, Wilton Manors, FL 33311, (954) 564-7335 Redefining What a Bar Should Be. Thursday’s Margarita Madness $4, Monday’s Underwear Night. 2 for 1 until 9:30 pm

Cubby Hole,

Mona’s,

502 East Sunrise Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, (954) 525-6662 The eclectic décor and a friendly staff makes Mona’s a great place to have fun in Fort Lauderdale. Thursday’s College Boy’s Night 8pm Enjoy College Boy’s Choice 2 for 1

Monkey Business,

2740 North Andrews Ave, Wilton Manors, FL 33311, (954) 514-7819

The Monkey Business Bar is a Small Outdoor Bar Among The Shops Just off Marina Blvd. No Frills But Comfortable and a Great Place to Stop and Meet Good People. Happy Hour 8 am to 9 pm

823 North Federal Highway ,Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, (954) 728-9001 The Cubby Hole is one of Fort Lauderdale’s Most Unique and Popular Neighborhood Bar for Men. Underwear Wednesday’s Boxers n’ Briefs get 2 for 1 on Drinks 9pm till Close

Naked Grape Wine Bar,

The Depot,

New Moon,

1243 Northeast 11th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, (954) 537-7076 Voted the “Friendliest” Gay Bar in Fort Lauderdale. Monday’s $1.99 Drinks and $.50 Wings Open to Close

Gold Coast Roller Rink,

2604 S. Federal Highway ,Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, (954) 523-6783 South Florida’s Largest and Oldest Landmark Roller Rink. Intoxiskate Tuesday’s Cocktails $4, Beers $3

Johnny’s,

1116 West Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312, (954) 522-5931 With over 30 dancers there is something for everyone Here in Fort Lauderdale. Sunday’s Muscle Tea $3 Huge 12oz Long islands, Domestic Beer $3

Matty’s on the Drive,

2426 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL 33305 (954) 564-1799 Matty’s is one of the few bars in Wilton Manors that’s just that –a bar. Wild Wednesday’s $.75 Drinks, 13 Drinks for less than $10. 5pm

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2440 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL 33305, (954) 563-7660 Your neighborhood Gay and Lesbian bar in the heart of Fort Lauderdale and just minutes from Ft. Lauderdale Beach Wednesday All the fun, half the price 2-4-1 All Day, All Night

Scandals Country Western Bar,

Oakland Park, FL 3334, (954) 567-2432 Scandals Gay and Lesbian Country Western Dance Bar in Wilton Manors. Tuesdays Pool League, and Free Dance Lessons

Sidelines Sports Bar,

2031 Wilton Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305, (954) 563-8001 Sidelines Sports Bar and Billiards is a unique, friendly, And accepting place to relax with a cold beer, great drinks and Martinis. Happy Hour M-F 4pm to 2am

Smarty Pants,

3038 North Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306,(954) 561-1724 Great Local Hangout in Fort Lauderdale with Great Drink Specials.Saturday’s Free Breakfast to Order – 8 am

The Manor,

2345 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL 33305, (954) 626-0082 Food, Service, Atmosphere, Value, Drinks Makes The Manor the One Stop Shop for Good Times. Happy Hour 3pm9pm $5 Tapas until 7pm

The Stable,

205 East Oakland Park Blvd., Oakland Park, FL 33334, (954) 565-4506 The Stable is a Gay and Lesbian Country Western Bar in Fort Lauderdale Florida that a lot of bears hang out in. Stable Sunday’s Dart Tournament

PJ’s Corner Pocket,

Torpedo,

Ramrod,

Voodoo Lounge

924 North Flagler Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, (954) 533-0257 One of The Most Diverse Bars in Fort Lauderdale. $2 Drinks Every Wednesday, Spades Every Thursday

1508 NE 4th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, (954) 763-8219 South Florida’s Leading Levi, Leather and Uniform Bar/Club. Every night is Bear Night. Bear Happy Hour Every Thursday. Caged Hunks Sat Night

Rosie’s Bar and Grill,

2449 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL 33305, (954) 567-1320 Wilton Manor’s Best Burger in Town. Try the Fat Elvis. Happy Hour 5pm to 9pm

2829 W. Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312, (954) 587-2500 Your Dance Destination Till Dawn. Open Late for You To Devour The Night. Open 7 nights a week till 4 am

is in Fort Lauderdale Florida is now Gay on Saturday nights. The club also hosts Noche Latina, an event for South Florida’s Latino community. (Sunday only), 111 Southwest 2nd Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301, (954) 522-0733

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CoralGaybles’ Social at Casa Larios August 3 in Miami CoralGaybles.com’s monthly social will occur Wednesday, August 3rd from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Casa Larios in South Miami. Casa Larios is located on 5859, SW 73 St., South Miami.

Special Screening of “Oy Vey! My Son is Gay!” August 7 Newly formed Jewish LGBT group DAYENU will view a screening of the film “Oy Vey! My Son is Gay!” at Temple Beth Am on Sunday, August 7 at 4 p.m. The special guest at the screening will be the writer, producer and director Evgeny Afineevsky. The event will be followed by a wine and cheese reception. Please RSVP to ffrancis@tbam.org or by calling 305-667-6667 ext. 122. The event is free. Temple Beth Am is located on 5950 N. Kendall Dr., Pinecrest.

Hispanic Pride October 1st in Miami Beach On Saturday, October 1st, the Hispanic LGBT community will, for the first time, host their own Pride event, Celebrate Orgullo, in Lummus Park, Ocean Drive between 10th and 11th Streets, from noon to 6 p.m. “Orgullo” means pride and the event is designed to showcase the cultural contributions of the Hispanic LGBT community to Miami Beach. The event will feature music, dance, refreshments, vendor booths and more. Free and open to the public.

‘Torchwood’ Actor Defies Stereotypes By J.W. Arnold

or many children growing up not that long ago, the fantastic worlds of science fiction and comic books served as an escape from the strict definitions of gender and sexual identity. Geeks and gays alike could daydream of a world that glorified intellect and self-expression, a place where a boy could be swept off to adventure by a handsome, dashing hero in a fast spaceship. For a new generation of young people, Captain Jack Harkness is that hero. Introduced on the BBC’s long-running series, Doctor Who, Harkness, played by actor and singer John Barrowman, is the dashing American scoundrel who cannot die. Deemed “omnisexual,” he romantically pursued men and women equally. Audiences weren’t fazed and soon Harkness was the lead character in a new spin-off, Torchwood, about a secret team of heroes who deal with a rift in the time/ space continuum near Cardiff, Wales. Many actors might avoid such a role for fear of typecasting, but Scottish-born Barrowman embraced the complexities of Jack Harness, because he himself is openly gay. Barrowman, 44, recalled the first samesex scene he played as Captain Jack: “To be honest with you, it flew by like it never happened. As the character developed and progressed—we called him ‘omnisexual’ in the ‘Doctor Who’ world—no one made a really big issue of it.” Instead, fans embraced the character and the actor. “The fans know who he is and it’s about

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Barrowman predicts Jack will captivate new viewers and warns there will be plenty of “man on man hot sex,” too. “There are a lot of different characters represented on American TV, more than any other nation, I think, but they’re pretty much stereotypes. People connect with [Jack and the Torchwood characters] because of the truth of who they are, the truth of their relationships, the way they go about living their lives. It will be refreshing for audiences,” says Barrowman, who joined his longtime partner in a British civil ceremony in 2006. Barrowman, who immigrated with his family to Illinois as a child and completed college in Southern California, is a household name in the United Kingdom. He has served as a judge on the British series So You Think You Can Dance, and numerous performance competition shows; has feature films and West End musicals under his belt; and is releasing a new album, Best of Barrowman, and going on a concert tour. “I didn’t come into this business to be famous, but it happened,” he says. As a judge of many reality talent competitions he advises hopefuls, “If you want to be famous overnight, you can try your luck and go on a reality show….but do you really want to be an entertainer? There is a difference. I was born and put on this planet to be an entertainer, but celebrity comes as a gift to the hard work that you do.” But, for American audiences, he will always be Captain Jack and he’s committed to Torchwood for now. “It’s my baby,” he concludes.

time to have an openly gay man play a hero on television,” he explains. “I’m proud. I’m glad to be a voice for the gay and lesbian and transgender community.” Reruns of both Doctor Who and Torchwood have long been staples on BBC America, but producers introduced Torchwood: Miracle Day, a new series aimed more at the American au- “Torchwood: Miracle Day” STARZ. Check you local cable listings dience on the STARZ network this summer.

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Fort Lauderdale Beach event returns for third season

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outdoor cafés, patio and oceanfront lounges and stroll along the beachfront to enjoy a selection of indoor and outdoor entertainment. Saturday Nite Alive offers an “Open House Feel” of hotel resorts along the beach. Participating hotels include The W Fort Lauderdale Hotel, The Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, The Ritz-Carlton, The Atlantic Hotel and other favorite beachfront hot spots. The scheduled events are brought to you by Wizard Entertainment, Premier Beverage and supported by The City of Fort Lauderdale Community Redevelopment Agency and the Beach Business Improvement District. All beach businesses on the A1A strip from Sunrise to Los Olas Boulevards are participating in Saturday Nite Alive. Keep an eye out for the Bahamas Junkanoo Revue. Junkanoo – if you’re not familiar with the term – are street performers featuring finely crafted costumes accompanied by vibrant, percussive music.You will not want to miss their highly spirited performances! The Isles Casino, as the official entertainment sponsor of Saturday Nite Alive, promises hot bands like, The Hard Drinking Pickles playing live at Elbo room, and Rick the Music Shaker at Margarita Cantina. “The efforts put forth by Wizard Entertainment during the summer value season will again showcase the hotel facilities and help build awareness of the many fun beachfront options. Premier Beverage Presents Saturday Nite Alive truly offers something fun for everyone,” stated Amaury Piedra, General Manager for the Westin Beach Resort and Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Beach Hotel.

ith the snowbirds taking flight, Floridians get ready for the summer heat. Saturday Nite Alive is the signature summer event for Fort Lauderdale Beach. More than 20 live entertainment acts are scheduled up and down Fort Lauderdale beach, with the Atlantic Ocean as the background. The events take place every Saturday night this summer through September 3. With unique performers – from live musicians to stilt walkers – you will want to come back every Saturday night. Best of all events the along A1A just north of Las Olas stretching to Sunrise Boulevard are free! This is the third year of Saturday Nite Live on Fort Lauderdale Beach. In addition to entertainment hotels, restaurants and bars will offer specials and reduced parking rates. Free trolley service is also available. Visit MyFortLauderdale.com for further deVisitors will enjoy 25 unique restaurants, tails on Saturday Nite Alive.

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Music

By J.W. Arnold

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Singer Embraces Sexual Orientation and Christian Faith ne of the biggest struggles many gays, lesbians and bisexuals face is the reconciliation of their sexuality with their Christian faith. Can someone be gay and a Christian? Can a Christian be gay? Depending on who you ask, and what translation of the Bible you read, you might get a wide variety of answers. No one knows the answer better than Shawn Thomas, a Boynton Beach gay man who grew up the son of a minister in conservative Indiana. Thomas wrestled with these questions and has turned to contemporary Christian music to share the message of love and inclusion that can be found in the church. “One of the things I’m most grateful for is that my father is a graceful pastor,” Thomas explains. “I never heard condemnation from the pulpit, just God’s love and grace.” As a teen in a small town, he didn’t really understand what being “gay” or “homosexual” really meant, he just knew he was attracted to men and that he didn’t fit the common stereotypes of the time of gay men as child molesters and social deviants. “At the time, I wasn’t praying to God to change me or save me from going to Hell, but just for someone to be sent to me and explain [my feelings] to me,” he recalls. Music was a natural outlet for the outgoing Thomas. His mother was a musician and he grew up singing, later starring in school productions. He completed a recording sciences and music industry degree at Middle Tennessee State University and immersed himself in secular projects. He chuckles, “I was doing pop and rock music and didn’t really know what contemporary Christian music was. I thought it was just hymns and didn’t want to do it.” Fortunately, Thomas did discover contemporary Christian music and was sharing his

music with audiences around the country. Eight years ago, he was called to lead the music ministry at Metropolitan Community Church of the Palm Beaches part time, allowing him to continue traveling and performing. On Friday, Aug. 5, he returns to MCC of the Palm Beaches in a special homecoming concert to celebrate the release of his latest CD, “Covered and Created.” The two-disc set includes a disc of covers of both secular and sacred artists, including Cher, Faith Hill and Richard Marx, and a disc of original Christian songs he wrote. “I had always wanted to do a cover CD, but I wrote so many of my own songs, I never had a chance,” he explains. “I’m especially happy to be able to share songs by other artists that have some meaning to me. The songs all have spiritual themes and speak to me.” Surprisingly, now that Thomas has reconciled his faith and found an active music ministry, he often faces the most hostility from other gays and lesbians. “One of the obstacles I’ve come up against was criticism not from the straight community, but from the gay community.The would tell me you can’t be gay and say God loves you. It’s not true that there’s a place for faith in the gay community. I struggled with that as I tried to find my niche,” he says. “Being an openly gay Christian is kind of like coming out of the ‘second closet.’” He adds, “Being gay is only a part of who God made me to be. My purpose is to glorify God and share the gospel of Christ. The rest is incidental to the cause….”

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The Daily Hook-Up Partners with SFGN Curators for gay closets & lifestyles

By A. Sebastian Fortino

Michael Mezzano, one of The Daily Hookup’s Curators

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ecently SFGN partnered with The Daily Hook-Up, a website which sources brands and social opportunities of interest to gay men of style and taste. Social buying sites and networks, like Groupon and Living Social, have grown in popularity for several reasons.The chief reason being those who care for finer things and experiences would much rather reduce quantity or find excellent deals – not settle for bland. “The Daily Hookup is an innovative social-buying network designed for the most discerning of consumers—you. Our mission is to connect our distinctive membership with premium brands, exceptional opportunities and social experiences that matter,” from the website’s About Us statement. The site was launched only in June, yet they have seen an overwhelming response from the public. “We have 14 curators in NYC, LA, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C.,” said CEO and co-founder John Stubbs. Instead of “buyers” The Daily Hookup employs a team of curators across the country to source unique shopping and opportunities for discerning gay men. Curators might seem a curious word choice for the arbiters of taste whose job it is to find and offer exciting fashion or experiences. However building

a fine, lasting wardrobe and an exciting life is like developing a great collection of art. “The curators source interesting brands from everywhere in the United States and make them available to everyone,” said Stubbs. “That’s why we offer any time, anywhere products which can be found online.” Many merchants on The Daily Hookup often do not have a physical shop. Bonobos, known for their well-tailored pants and other menswear, is one such merchant.

“Shirtmakers Hugh and Crye, like Bonobos, do not have stores. We had great success with Hugh and Crye,” Stubbs said of the DC-based business. “We sold more products for them in 48 hours than they sold in 10 days – in 15 markets.” In addition to great deals – such as a recent $60 offer for $120 worth of Bonobos goods – they offer something of a philanthropic nature. Many online clubs, or social shopping groups, may offer occasional dona-

tions based on a percentage of purchases but The Daily Hookup has gone one step further. “We gift five percent of every deal and purchase to a recognized charity,” Stubbs confirmed, “such as grass-roots non-profits like the Ali Forney Center for LGBTQ youth in New York City.” Another recipient charity, Food and Friends, provide meals for individuals affected by HIV/AIDS in D.C. “We’re excited about our new partnership with The Daily Hookup,” said SFGN publisher, Norm Kent. “Online social shopping networks are hot right now. Rather than develop our own take on such an enterprise we are proud to work with an established company. It’s noteworthy some funds go to The Tiny Tim project. Although I might be biased as a dog lover,” he added about designer John Barlett’s charity for at-risk canines supported through The Daily Hookup. With unique style from world-class cities, coupled with donations to LGBT-supportive charities and very diverse employees, which Stubbs described as being “split down the middle in terms of gay and straight” The Daily Hookup is an ideal destination for the discerning gay shopper. Access The Daily Hookup via SFGN.com to get hooked-up as often as possible.

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Art

become the best LGBT museum, archive and library in the U.S.” Fourteen Stonewall exhibitions are currently traveling the country. Created by Charles L. Ross, Stonewall first displayed Breaking the Sound Barrier:

Stonewall Museum Takes Women’s Exhibit to Ptown

nterested in LGBT arts and literature? The Stonewall National Museum and Archives in Fort Lauderdale offers readings, art exhibitions, a library with over 20,000 books and 1,000 DVDs, an archive with over 5,000 items documenting LGBT history, and the annual Gay and Lesbian Literary Arts (GALLA) Festival. Note of disclosure: I am a lesbian literary geek for Stonewall. Since moving back to South Florida in 2003, I’ve been involved at Stonewall in different ways. I’ve read my writing at Lavender Speaks -- a monthly cultural event for women that has now relocated to The Pride Center, -- taught a creative writing workshop, attended readings by authors from Bella Books and recently started volunteering at the front desk.

My work with the museum is a way to connect to the LGBT community—realtime connection, not just a Facebook post. Social media and the internet have re-defined how we relate to each other—sometimes to our disadvantage. For instance LGBT bookstores were centers for activism, intellect, and creativity. As these bookstores close down due to the economy and competition with online retailers, we have to find other ways to build community. This is why we need Stonewall. On Sunday, August 7, Stonewall National Museum and Archives presents an event that speaks to this call for community. Unfortunately, it’s not in South Florida. The Land’s End Inn of Provincetown, Massachusetts is where Stonewall will showcase a Women’s Music Event and Ice Cream Social from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The

Paul Hyman of the Pride Center at Equality Park and Alan Schubert. Schubert was a guest of honor at the monthly Founders Circle monthly brunch this July. Schubert planted the seed of the current community center when he invited a few friends over to discuss what issues were most important to LGBT individuals in South Florida. He never imagined it would grow into the vital, multi-faceted organization it is today. Photo courtesy of ShiresPhotography.net

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By Andrea Dulanto

The Women’s Music Movement, 1970sToday from March 1 to April 30. Knicely

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event includes a ten panel exhibition on Women’s Music in the 1970s featuring the work of Holly Near, Meg Christian, Alix Dobkin and others. Music of the era will be played, and there will be ice cream sundaes. Sponsor levels are $250, hosts $150. A suggested donation of $35 includes a Stonewall membership. Why Provincetown? Stonewall board member Brian McNaught, a summer resident of Provincetown, initiated the event, and President of Stonewall Bryan W. Knicely envisions “building Stonewall’s reputation and membership beyond Fort Lauderdale… to

affirms how the exhibit documents “the beginning of the women’s music movement… women record[ing]…music without the usual politics in the ‘male equivalent’ world.” If you can make the trip or live in the area enjoy the ice cream and 1970s lesbian vibe. Those who can’t attend—at least know Stonewall National Museum and Archives continues to build a sense of community not only in South Florida, but in other places as well.

Stonewall National Museum and Archives present Women’s Music Event and Ice Cream Social Land’s End Inn 22 Commercial Street, Provincetown, MA Sunday, August 7, 2011, 1-4pm www.stonewall-library.org

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Gay Wrestler Seeks Spot on 2012 Olympic Team

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SPORTS The former state champion ing opportunities, for those for Frederick High does everylike him. thing from sparring with other Patterson knows he’s not wrestlers to clerical work in the the only athlete to compete club’s office. in sports like football and He knows his odds of makwrestling who was scared to ing the Olympic team are long. admit who they are. cially in a sport such as wrestling. By Greg Swatek There is one spot for a heavyHe works as a youth advo``It’s just what he believes in. It’s just how The Frederick News-Post Akil Patterson weight and Patterson currently cate and answers letters from OLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) Akil Pat- he feels. It doesn’t make him different from sits on the fringe of the top 10 in the latest other gay athletes seeking advice. terson has a vision in mind. It’s not anybody else. He is still the same person,’’ rankings for USA Wrestling. “I know I change lives because when a said Spencer Myers, a regular training partner exactly confined to sports. But he is still highly motivated by the “Can we talk while I do this?” the Frederick for Patterson who placed sixth in the nation mother calls you and says, `Thank you for opportunity and the breakthrough it would saving my son or my daughter,’ that’s pretty as a heavyweight and true freshman for High graduate asks as he climbs on exercise represent. special,” he said. bike on a recent morning in the University of Maryland last season. In June, he had the chance to spar with Patterson never had such support to lean But Myers has witnessed first-hand that Maryland’s red-trimmed wrestling room. 2000 Olympic gold medalist Rulon Gardner on when he made his decision to come out. not everyone feels that way. He said some Patterson, 28, is hoping to land a spot on the at the New York Athletic Club, a session he wrestlers have been standoffish toward Pat- He said he learned who his true friends were 2012 U.S. Olympic team as a Greco-Roman when he disclosed his tightly held secret. He no described as “an (butt) kicking.” terson since his revelation and a few have heavyweight.That’s why he trains seven days a Patterson would need to win a qualifying longer felt burdened by the life he was leading. week and travels the country looking for training refused to wrestle him. tournament in December and then earn the After leaving Maryland in the fall of 2003 “They don’t know what to think or what partners, some more high profile than others. spot at the U.S. Olympic Trials on April 21-22 following an indefinite suspension from the to expect,’’ Myers said. “They are not sure They’re not exactly easy to find for someone in Iowa City. football team for violating a team rule, he what’s going on.” who is 6-foot-3 and weighs 280 pounds. “Ultimately, the most important thing for went to California University of Pennsylvania, That’s why a spot on the Olympic team This is about as happy as Patterson has me is the change and the drive that it’s given would mean far more to Patterson than the where he played two years of football and been in his life. He says his binge drinking me in my life. I now have a goal,” he said. earned a degree in sports marketing. days are over. He no longer has scrapes with chance to represent his country. He returned to College Park to take an un- “I want to reach a higher level than I ever He is interested in breaking down doors the law. And, in the last year, he has publicly paid position with the Terrapin Wrestling Club. thought was possible.” admitted he is gay, a brave thing to do, espe- and shattering stereotypes, as well as creat-

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r. Gary Morey passed away Monday afternoon, as SFGN prepared this week’s issue for publication. Stated Christina Bontempo, the Broward HIV Planning Council Manager, “For the past 16 years, Dr. Gary Morey volunteered his time and expertise with the Fort Lauderdale/Broward County HIV Health Services Planning Council. His experience, knowledge and commitment toward the cause will be missed by all who knew him.” His words of wisdom can perhaps be summarized best in his own words from a letter sent to the Council last week: “From provider to Council and various committee members and consultants, I’ve been able to gladly and proudly donate time where I thought it would be of most benefit to others. I wish to THANK all the dedicated people who have served before me, alongside me and will afterward into the future, struggle in this noble cause. I wish all that remain to continue this vital battle to provide the best quality of services that the PLWH/A’s of Broward County deserve! Gary.”

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Jesse’s Journal

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By Jesse Monteagudo

Cosmo Jarvis (right) in “Gay Pirates” video.

his essay is dedicated to Cosmo Jarvis, a 21-year old English singer-songwriter who is widely acclaimed in the UK but who is unfairly unknown this side of the pond. Earlier this year Jarvis released a single, “Gay Pirates,” which tells of the star-crossed love between a jolly buccaneer and a young shipmate. As good as the song is, it’s actually surpassed by the music video, a Youtube viral hit which Jarvis himself directed and starred in. “Gay Pirates” was praised by gay celebrity tweeters Stephen Fry and John Barrowman and featured as Record of the Day and AOL’s Spinner video of the day. Not bad for a song by a still-unknown, straight – but not narrow – young artist. Captain Jack Sparrow, the anti-hero of Disney’s “Pirates of the Caribbean” series, is cinema’s most ambiguously gay pirate. As played by Johnny Depp, Sparrow is a far cry from the swashbucklers portrayed by Errol Flynn or Tyrone Power. Disney executives, critics and ordinary viewers alike did not know what to make of Depp’s jolly buccaneer, one whom Depp had based in part

on rocker Keith Richards. Desiree Cooper, of the Detroit “Free Press,” wrote what was in many minds when she called Sparrow “one of the most brilliantly entertaining gay characters of our time.” Though Depp refused to go so far, he did admit to Mark Binelli of “Rolling Stone” magazine that he deliberately made Jack sexually ambiguous. “Because women were thought to be bad luck on ships. And these pirates would go out for years at a time. So, you know, there is a possibility that one thing might lead to another.You’re lonely.You have an extra ration of rum. ‘Cabin boy!’” Depp told Binelli that he was inspired by “Sodomy and the Pirate Tradition,” B. R. Burg’s controversial study of English sea rovers in the 17th century Caribbean Sea. Professor Burg studied 17th century English life as well as same-sex societies throughout history to conclude that pirate society was “one of the most unusual homosexually oriented groups in history. . . . The presence of sodomites among those who make their livings from the sea is not a startling revelation.

. . .Yet pirate homosexual practice is distinct from that common either to sailors or to men in other ages and in other societies where masculine sexual bonding has flourished. . . . Among pirates, either aboard their ships or while living on isolated West Indian islands, homosexual acts were not integrated with or subordinated to alternate styles of sexual conduct. They were the only form of sexual expression engaged in by members of the buccaneer community.” Needless to say, not everyone agreed with Prof. Burg’s conclusions. Historian Hans Turley, author of Rum, Sodomy & the Lash, dismissed them out of hand, arguing that “the evidence for piratical sodomy is so sparse as to be almost nonexistent.” And pirate vessels were not 17th century versions of today’s RSVP or Atlantis cruise ships, no matter how much we might want them to be. On the other hand, Nigel Cawthorne wrote in his History of Pirates that “many early pirates were homosexuals who had little time for women. After years in single-sex buccaneer colonies ashore or at sea in ships, they turned to shipmates, sadism or the abuse of cabin boys for sexual gratification.” All things considered, we may agree with Stephen Wayne Foster and Stephen Donaldson, who wrote in the Encyclopedia of Homosexuality that “while it is easy to criticize the dearth of documentary material offered by Burg, his conclusions cannot be readily dismissed.” Lacking an alternative, many pirates formed long-lasting partnerships with other pirates, in a system known as “matelotage.” According to Cawthorne, “two ‘matelots’ would keep their property in common which the survivor inherited. When women joined the buccaneers on Tortuga Island off the northern coast of Hispaniola, matelotage continued but, if one man married, the woman was shared by the two partners.” According to Prof. Burg, “as practiced by buccaneers on Hispaniola early in the seventeenth century, matelotage was probably no more than a master-servant relationship originating in cases of men selling themselves to other men to satisfy debts or to obtain food. . . . However, the generally recognized bond it created between men and the understanding that an inviolable attachment existed between the two as long as the master wanted it to remain so gave matelotage a sacrosanct aura among buccaneers.” Pirate matelotage was common enough to be mentioned in pirate memoirs of the day, such as Louis Le Golif’s Memoirs of a Buccaneer and Alexander Exquemelin’s The Buccaneers of America. The

General History of the Robberies and Murders of the Most Notorious Pirates, written by Daniel Defoe under the pen name of “Captain Charles Johnson,” tells the tale of Mary Read and Anne Bonny, two female pirates who were also “matelots.” One of the most popular gathering of “pirates” – gay or otherwise – is the Gasparilla Pirate Fest, held each January in Tampa, Florida. The most recent Gasparilla Fest evoked an alarming piece from self-appointed moral guardian Eugene Delgaudio, warning that “radical homosexual pirates” were invading Tampa. Writing for the aptly titled “Inquisition News,” Delgaudio screamed that “Radical Homosexuals have infiltrated as event organizers to promote homosexual events that are designed to prey upon unsuspecting college students by enticing them to join their ‘krewes’ and help build parade floats in exchange for free alcohol. When the young men are sufficiently intoxicated, homosexuals dressed as pirates whisk them away to God knows where to take advantage of them sexually.” Mary! If nothing else, Delgaudio’s rant should make Tampa’s Gasparilla Pirate Fest a popular destination with gay pirates and pirate lovers everywhere. I can hardly wait.

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Read the SFGN profile of Pompano Bill online -------------------------------------------------2836 NE 23RD ST, Fort Lauderdale, FL $1,095,000.00. A free service of Larry Revier 2810 East Oakland Park Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL MLS # F1130335 • 3733 square feet. 5.00 bedroom(s), 5 bath(s)

Rent/Lease 2/2 WILTON MANORS. Quiet area, w/ pool, laundry, small pets accepted. First and 1 month deposit. Call Astrid: 954-806-7607. -------------------------------------------------1/1 Wilton Manors. Freshly painted, 1/1 in quiet community w/pool Laundry facilities on premises,Close to everything. $775/Mo. Call 954 566 4423 -------------------------------------------------Lakeridge Cottage. Nice quite studio w/ private sun deck, Minutes from beach & Wilton Manors, downtown. Includes All. $700/Mo. Weekly or Monthly. Call Jeff 954-593-6833

-------------------------------------------------Middle River Terrace. Completely remodeled 2 bedroom/1 bathroom apartments! Central A/C and Washer/Dryer in premises. Close to I-95, Downtown Fort Lauderdale, Airport and the Gay Life..... Property is on a nice quiet street! $875/month rent. $600 security deposit required. Call Steve at 561-305-2333 -------------------------------------------------1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, Small Kitchen, Living Room, New Flooring, Private Driveway, Non-smoking, Drugfree, Water/Garbage/Lawn service included, Small pets accepted, $750/ Month+Deposit, Call (954) 319-7080

Roommates Victoria Park Large Townhouse Lge. Pvt. Bedroom w/full use of home Key West Style Street with view. References with happy stable life. $625 plus 1/2 utilities. cbado@Live.com or 954.709.0505

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