Back in the 90s when Mitt Romney was campaigning against Senator Kennedy, he portrayed himself as a moderate Republican who would be an advocate for LGBT issues.
Bay Windows Mitt Romney Interview 1994
Looking at Mitt Romney’s actions since 1994, I would have to draw the exact opposite conclusion so I thought I’d dedicate this song to Mitt.
For all the men and women who filed into Town Halls across the state of Massachusetts 8 years ago to become one of the first in our nation to marry, I would like to wish you a very happy anniversary. I’m not exactly sure what tradition suggest you buy someone that year, but I’d like to share my thanks and sincere gratitude.
Should you know anyone who was married then and is celebrating their anniversary, please let them know how much I and I’m sure many who read my blog appreciate their bold step. I recall the hate groups that descended into Massachusetts and the terrible things they said. The only positive I take from those memories was how nearly everyone in this State (even those who at the time were opposed to Same Sex Marriage) disavowed their tactics and rose up to let them know they were not welcome in this state.
I’d like to thank Cole from The Maverick Men for sharing this. The colorful radial chart shares which states in the US protect the rights of the LGBT community with respect to marriage, hospital visitation rights, adoption, employment, housing, hate crimes and schools.
The more colorful – the more your rights are protected (or to put it another way – the more they are guaranteed not to be taken away). The radial is dialed in on my home state, MA, which I’d like to point out is quite colorful. How does your state fare? You may look at this more closely at The Guardian.
On May 17, 2004 Massachusetts became the first state in the United States to legalize same sex marriage. Eight years ago today more than 1,000 gay and lesbian couples streamed into city and town halls across the state seeking licenses to marry.
Damn Proud of Massachusetts
In eight short years six other states CT, IA, NH, NY, VT, WA (and the District of Columbia) have all recognized this as a civil right and legalized same sex marriage. More recently, President Obama spoke out in favor of Same Sex Marriage when he told ABC News last week that he (and Michelle Obama) support the right of gays and lesbians to marry.
I’d have this guy’s photo under the word “adorable”.
Ptown’s Restaurant Week and Gallery Stroll: May 18-24, 2012
Provincetown’s Spring 2012 Restaurant Week(end) & Gallery Stroll starts later this week on Friday, May 18th. This year’s restaurant week runs from May 18th through May 24th and will include 19 local restaurants and 30 Galleries.
Participating restaurants will offer three-course prix-fixe menus for either $25 or $35. A special Friday Night Gallery Stroll is scheduled for Friday, May 18, 2012.
A complete list of participating restaurants and galleries can be found here. Be sure to call today to make your reservations.
I’m more of a tennis enthusiast, but after seeing a few photos of the very handsome Rocky Carson, one of the best racquetball players in the US, I’m starting to get a deeper appreciation for this odd sport.
Look past the funny eye wear and try not to chuckle too much at the irony of men in tight spaces whacking the crap out of their little blue balls and you too may gain a sudden appreciation.
Last week President Obama made news when he added another first to his Presidency, becoming the first sitting U.S. President to support same sex marriage. Cold calculated political move or something he genuinely believes (probably both but I don’t care).
In the days following his announcement, Obama has raised more than $21 million. Despite the fact that the economy remains the top issue for nearly all Americans, I can’t help but feel that Obama’s support has significantly increased the excitement for his base. In recent days Obama has also indicated that he doesn’t believe the Defense of Marriage Act is constitutional. These latest comments come only months after Obama repealed Don’t Ask Don’t Tell.
Be sure to register to vote and help to support President Obama. Should Romney win, The Defense of Marriage Act will not be repealed and it is likely Don’t Ask Don’t Tell will be brought back.
Your Vote Matters
Last week I stumbled upon this blog and its a new favorite. In need of a good laugh? Just want to kill a few minutes? Favorite this blog. It is filled with hilarious photos that are guaranteed to make you laugh.
“At our nation’s founding, African-Americans were held in bondage. Those without property could not vote. Catholics could not hold office. Women could not vote or hold office. And homosexuality was, in some places, a crime punishable by death.
Throughout our history, each and every generation has expanded upon the freedoms won by their parents and grandparents. Each and every generation has removed some barrier to full participation in the American dream. That work is not over. Far from it… Last week’s referendum banning same-sex marriage shows just how much more work needs to be done to ensure freedom and equality for all people.”
Michael Bloomberg, Mayor of New York City, comments at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill commencement.
The cast and crew of Broadway’s ANYTHING GOES did a great job hamming it up on screen (no surprise there). The real surprise is that the cast made the sickeningly sweet pop melody What Makes You Beautiful by One Direction bearable.
Shemar Moore looking good at 42
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Rhode Island Governor Lincoln Chafee signed an executive order today that recognizes same sex marriages performed in other states. The Governor’s actions gives gay couples the same rights as heterosexual ones when it comes to health insurance and a slew of other benefits.
Rhode Island’s only two border states, Massachusetts and Connecticut already recognize same sex marriage and since the state is so small it is assumed that many Ocean State residents may cross the border to marry until the time comes that Rhode Island takes that final all important step of not just recognizing but performing same sex marriages. Chafee’s executive order now makes Maine the only state in New England not to either recognize or allow same sex marriages.
Mondays can be tough so I thought I’d give you a good chuckle. I’m fairly certain the person who approved this sign didn’t really think carefully about what was being said.
Thanks to @leo_jag045 for sharing this photograph.
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