I found this to be a very moving video that everyone should watch. There’s also a petition involved should you care to learn more and/or sign. I agree that’s it time – in fact, far beyond time to end this. Follow us on Twitter @mysexprofessor Continue Reading →
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Best Sex Resources for College Students
When people come into my dorm room and check out my bookshelf, they’re usually shocked by how many sex-related books I’ve got. They take up entire shelf, and I’m quite proud of that! But my friends often ask me which ones are the best. So, I thought I’d share my opinions with you all. Here are my top sex resources for college students (other than MSP, of course)! Continue Reading →
Marriage is So Sacred
So, marriage is so sacred that most states still don’t allow same-sex marriage or even necessarily recognize same-sex marriages performed in states where it is legal. BUT Kim Kardashian can be married for only 72 days. WTF? Continue Reading →
The Best Queer Costumes for 2011
Halloween is here and as we all know from my post on sexy costumes last year, it’s hands down my favorite holiday. A friend of mine mentioned today that Autostraddle has recently blogged about some great (gay) costumes, so I thought I’d make up a list of my own! 1. Ellen and/or Portia
Why wouldn’t you and your sweetie want to dress up as the number one lesbian power couple in the world? Yeah, I went there. Continue Reading →
Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell And The Rev
Kicking Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell to the curb has all sorts of consequences (most of which I think are good). One that I had not even considered involves military chaplains and marriage ceremonies. An article I saw on CNN explained that less than two weeks after the United State military had officially broken things off with their Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell policy they officially went on board to say that they will allow military chaplains to perform same sex marriages. While I was initially ready to toss confetti in the air at the news, I read a little bit more and realized that the military will back chaplains performing same sex marriages – but only if the law allows this (that would be currently in only five states – the memo includes “local and state law”) and if it’s consistent with “the chaplain’s beliefs.” So, even if local/state laws allow it, if the chaplain personally think that same sex marriages are inconsistent with their beliefs then they don’t have to perform the marriage. Continue Reading →
Writing Gay Characters In Young Adult Fiction
Recently, bloggers in the young adult fiction and sci-fi/fantasy writing communities have been spreading the word about the lack of gay characters in young adult fiction–which appears to be deliberate, based on the actions of many agents and publishers in the field. Two published and respected authors, Rachel Manija Brown and Josepha Sherman, were asked by an agent to make a gay character straight, or else remove all references to his sexuality. Brown and Sherman refused, pointing out:
We wrote this novel so that the teenagers we know—some of whom are gay, and many of whom are not white—would be able, for once, to read a fun post-apocalyptic adventure in which they are the heroes. And we were told that such a thing could not be allowed. Other authors have pointed out the problems of writing worlds in which only straight, often white folks get the spotlight. Continue Reading →
Want To Donate Blood? Make Sure You Don’t Look Gay.
Blood banks in the US will not accept blood from men who’ve had sex with men in order to try to prevent the spread of HIV and AIDS (despite the fact that the blood is tested before it officially can be used). Not only does this practice prevent potential donors from giving blood, it also allows for arbitrary and idiotic discrimination, as in this case of an Indiana man who was rejected because he “seemed” to be gay. This discriminatory policy costs hospitals healthy blood, and individuals their dignity: regardless of one’s sexuality, to have one’s appearance used against you is wrong. Follow us on Twitter @mysexprofessor. Follow Jeana, the author of this post, @foxyfolklorist. Continue Reading →
We’ve Lost Another One.
This video breaks my heart. CNN’s Anderson Cooper talks to the parents of Jamey Rodemeyer, a teenager who committed suicide after having been bullied for being gay. His father talks about his son’s message about acceptance and also about what they went through at the school to try to get the bullying to stop. I cannot emphasize enough how much we need everyone’s help on this issue – we need parents and teachers to teach kids about empathy and compassionate; we need to see less bullying and evil behavior to each other on television; and we need more action against bullying at school. If someone is violent or aggressive, arrest them or suspend or expel them, depending on the behavior. Continue Reading →
Male Homosexual Behavior In Iran
A recent study suggests that as many as 1 in 3 young Iranian men engage in homosexual acts with other men. It is difficult to get accurate numbers on behavior that is so stigmatized in a given society, but it is still intriguing to note that these behaviors are occurring in Iran, a society that vehemently discourages public displays of gay identities. Follow us on Twitter @mysexprofessor. Follow Jeana, the author of this post, @foxyfolklorist. Continue Reading →
I Heart Nice Jewish Queers
The picture says it all. But really, this week has apparently been the week of Queer Jews. First, I find this awesome sticker at the Keshet table at Boston Pride. Keshet is a “a national grassroots organization that works for the full inclusion of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) Jews in Jewish life” as their website states. A few days later, I find out about a queer Jewish potluck in my town from the local LGBT-events e-newsletter. Then tonight, I come across this article, which takes a look at how LGBT identified people are treated specifically in conservative Judaism. Continue Reading →