Politics
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Mahatma Gandhi once said, “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” This simple yet profound statement challenges us to live authentically and strive for a better future. It’s about making conscious choices, even when they’re difficult, and standing up for what we believe in, even if we’re alone. We often face the…
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Our Voices, Our Power. We’re living in a time where the rights and freedoms of LGBTQ+ people are under constant attack. Book bans, censorship, and hateful rhetoric are on the rise. But, as artists, we have an incredible power to challenge the status quo and inspire change. Art, in all its forms, has always been…
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I was born in 1965 in St. Louis, MO happy, healthy and gay. The world I was born into was a very dangerous place for someone like me. Growing up in the late sixties and seventies wasn’t easy. Back then, being homosexual was often seen as taboo. In some places, it was outright illegal. In…
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LGBTQ+ youth face alarming suicide rates, with 39% considering it. Political decisions, victimization, and lack of care contribute to this crisis. Awareness and action are crucial for support.
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You know, it’s funny how so many folks were caught off guard by the election results. Personally, yeah, I was let down, no doubt about it. But shocked? Not really. I mean, as a gay man pushing sixty, I’ve pretty much seen it all when it comes to human behavior. Living as a gay man,…
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Hey everyone! I’m back to blogging, and I’m stoked to share my thoughts, experiences, and passions with you. Truth is, I’ve never really stopped writing, but this time I’m committed to posting regularly. My blog’s a mixed bag, just like my old radio show. Expect everything from ghosts to travel, cooking, family, and social issues.…
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This memory resurfaced today from a conversation with my husband in 2016. He first proposed to me, and my immediate response was a firm “No.” Why? Because I didn’t want to give hateful people one more thing to hold over my head. I didn’t want to give them that power. Rick and I talked about…
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Fellow citizens, listen up! If you didn’t vote in this election, then don’t bother complaining about the outcome. By not casting your ballot, you’ve surrendered your right to gripe. The results are on you, plain and simple. Voting isn’t just a right, it’s a responsibility – and with it comes the credibility to voice your…
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In these uncertain times, it’s crucial we let scared youth know they have someone to turn to. Simple words can be powerful: ‘You’re safe with me. You can talk freely with me.’ Many young people are frightened by what they’re seeing and hearing. As a gay man who grew up during the Moral Majority era,…
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We will survive this. We have survived it before. There will be damage. There will be losses. But we will survive. There is no time to sit around and grieve. You need to put some plans into place. This is going to be about being prepared for worst case scenarios. You can no longer trust…
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