Don't Ask Don't Tell

Don't Ask Don't Tell

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society + culture

Sunday Funday is Saluting Helen Grace James, 90-Year-Old Lesbian American Hero!

Helen James wins her case and is generally a real American hero I can get behind, new documentary about Black lesbian playwright Lorraine Hansberry, Sarah Waters on 20 years of…

KaeLyn —

Jan 21, 2018

DADT

Don't Ask Don't Tell

politics + activism

Five Trans Service Members on the Glory and Agony of the US Military

These are stories of trans people who have served or are serving in the US military; their experiences range from the positive to the deeply traumatic and everywhere in between. 

the team —

Jul 31, 2017

Daily Fix

Don't Ask Don't Tell

politics + activism

LGBT Veterans Deserve Equal Rights and Recognition, Not Just a Free Bloomin’ Onion

This Veteran’s Day, let’s give back to the queer service men and women who have put their lives on the line to protect us.

Heather Hogan —

Nov 11, 2014

Daily Fix

DOMA

news

Same-Sex Military Couples Will Now Receive (Some) Benefits

Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta has announced that the Pentagon will start providing some benefits to same-sex couples in the military. Bravo! Baby steps.

A.E. Osworth —

Feb 12, 2013

DADT

Don't Ask Don't Tell

society + culture

Yes: This Lesbian Navy Homecoming Kiss Is Just The Greatest Thing

Everyone should have a lesbian homecoming kiss this sweet.

Whitney Pow —

Dec 21, 2011

2012 Presidential Race

DADT

politics + activism

Republican Candidates Still Love to Hate The Gays, Have Nothing Else To Talk About

Look, we all were hoping this wasn’t true but it is: the Republican candidates for president are completely and totally obsessed with us, and it’s super awkward. They just won’t…

Carmen —

Dec 21, 2011

batwoman

Daily Fix

geekery

Batwoman #4: Smart, Feminist and Very Very Lesbosexy

Batwoman #4 passes the Bechdel test! And it includes a ton of tastefully done lesbian sex! What is happening to mainstream comics, you guys?

Whitney Pow —

Dec 21, 2011

DADT

Daily Fix

politics + activism

“The Rainbow Struggle” Brings Gay International News Home

Incredible things are happening in this world, gay things are happening in this world…

Laura —

Oct 5, 2011

DADT

Daily Fix

politics + activism

What The DADT Repeal Looks Like: Marines Recruiting Gays In Tulsa

This is what a repeal of DADT looks like at a gay community center in Oklahoma.

Rachel —

Sep 22, 2011

DADT

Daily Fix

politics + activism

DADT Hits the Road and So Many Glorious Gay Soldiers Emerge!

The big day is finally here and we’re one step closer to equality!

Laura —

Sep 20, 2011

DADT

Daily Fix

politics + activism

The Last Days of Don’t Ask Don’t Tell Are Finally Here

On Tuesday, DADT will be over forever.

Rachel —

Sep 18, 2011

DADT

Daily Fix

politics + activism

I Bet You Were Wondering What’s New With DADT

The reader’s digest version: People in charge: “Hunky dory,” Gay lady: “Swimmingly,” Gay guy: “Ehh, pretty good,” Republicans: “Danger Will Robinson!,” Gay soldiers’ organizations: “Please sir, I want some more.”

Laura —

Aug 16, 2011