Daily Fix

queer fashion

Point/Counterpoint: Welcome to the Romper Room

“If you would like to wear a romper… you should be welcome to do so within the privacy of your own home” vs. “Rompers are the way and the light.”

Carmen —

Jul 2, 2012

community

Anderson Cooper Officially Comes Out: “The Fact Is, I’m Gay”

“The fact is, I’m gay, always have been, always will be, and I couldn’t be any more happy, comfortable with myself, and proud.”

Riese —

Jul 2, 2012

politics + activism

Texas Teen Lesbian Shooting Victim Remembers That Night, Eyewitness Comes Forward

19-year-old Kristene Chapa is recovering (without health insurance) from the shooting that killed her 18-year-old girlfriend. Also, new information from her family and the Portland Police Department.

Riese —

Jul 2, 2012

politics + activism

Even Exodus International Doesn’t Want to Talk About “Curing” Gays Anymore

Alan Chambers, president of Exodus International and married to Leslie Chambers with two adopted children, now says his group will no longer operate around claims of being able to “cure”…

Rachel —

Jun 29, 2012

politics + activism

Germany Sends Lesbian Refugee Back To Iran With a Little Advice: Pretend To Be Straight

Samira Ghorbani Danesh faces imprisonment and torture if German courts don’t reverse a recent decision.

Laura —

Jun 29, 2012

movie reviews

Brave’s Unconventional Heroine: What Doesn’t Queer You Makes You Stronger

“This is the kind of movie that needs to be made more often. It’s like Tangled on feminist steroids.”

Intern Grace —

Jun 28, 2012

health

The SCOTUS Health Care Ruling: What Does It Mean?

The Supreme Court ruled that the Affordable Care Act and its mandate that Americans carry health insurance or else face a tax is constitutional.

Rachel —

Jun 28, 2012

politics + activism

Marriage Equality Not the Same Thing As Divorce Equality for Gay Couples

What happens if you’re gay married but don’t want to be anymore? It might be incredibly difficult.

Rachel —

Jun 28, 2012

politics + activism

Navy Officer Actually Fired For Letting Anti-Gay Hazing Go On For Eight Months

In which there are actual consequences for the hazing and harassment of a gay sailor.

Rachel —

Jun 26, 2012

society + culture

Also.Also.Also: The Best Places To Be Gay And Other Stories We Missed

GLAAD wants sports to be fun for everyone, Montreal’s looking out for you, Uganda is getting rid of gay-friendly NGOs and DADT’s not going anywhere.

Laura —

Jun 26, 2012

society + culture

Teenage Lesbian Couple Shot, One Killed, in South Texas Park

19-year-old Mollie Judith Olgin and 18-year-old Mary Christine Chapa had only been together for five months when both were shot last weekend. No arrests have been made.

Riese —

Jun 25, 2012

music

VIDEO: Glee Project’s Dani Shay Sings “Girl or Boy?” For All Ye Gender Policers Out There

“Is that a lady or man? Times have changed and lines are blurred and I don’t understand.”

Riese —

Jun 25, 2012