B. Frank’s Greatest Hits

By now you’ve heard the news that Massachusetts House Representative Barney Frank will retire after his current term ends. Between now and his retirement he’ll be remembered for the many bills and many battles he willing engaged to ensure that the queer among us are treated equally under the law. That said, I like him for a different reason. Read More  Read More

Afghani Police Shame Cross-dresser - Video goes “viral”

I’m not exactly comfortable with the adjective “viral” outside a biological context, but that’s another post for another time. But until that time, here’s a graphic reminder of what your college courses on gender and/or what your lived experience has probably taught you: all-male coteries + unchecked power = trouble for the other. Read More  Read More

Depressives versus Alcoholics (Pt.1)

Who here has ever been ‘so bored you could just die?’ Raise your hand. Who here has ever spent time in a hospital Psych/o Ward? Raise your hand. Who here has ever experienced the second question because they attempted the first? Raise your hand. Well I have. You see, almost 20 years ago while stationed in Fort Hood, Texas, I attempted to take that faithful ol’ chestnut to task. You see, I was in the United States Army for roughly 4 minutes – no, wait,... Read More

Album Review: Sneaky Sound System’s From Here to Anywhere

The last couple months have been amazing for lush melancholic melodies to put us in the mood to watch the leaves change color and the warmth of summer to disappear. If you are like me and find yourself yearning for a little dance infusion, let me introduce you to Sneaky Sound System. This Sydney based duo will instantly win you over with their glittery 80s style melodies and their sense of humor. Read More  Read More

International Mister Fancypants 2008 (Monday & Tuesday)

I woke up in a dark, empty room and immediately wanted to die. I was still in Chicago and this was the final day of my personal hell before returning to Seattle. I vowed to never again attend this event. As I opened my eyes, I turned my head and was immediately furious with the pristine bed staring back at me. The harsh and painful symbol that Michael did not sleep here – which meant that he is having fun. Why his comings and goings are upsetting me and why I feel the waves... Read More

International Mister Fancypants 2008 (Sunday)

I've got all this ironin' to do and my diet pills are wearing off. Housekeeping!” I woke up to the all too familiar sound of someone knocking at the door. Immediately followed by a gruff German voice doing a very poor imitation of a Mexican señorita’s accent. “Housekeeping!” “We don’t want any!” I opened my eyes and saw that is was only 9:30 AM. I was immediately thrown into a funk. Apart from being awoken at such an ungodly hour, I was upset because Michael... Read More

Album Review: Florence and the Machine’s Ceremonials

When I heard that Florence and the Machine had a new album coming out, I was afraid. Afraid that after their recent popularity that they would completely sell out. Afraid that they would completely lose their edge. I had a glimpse of the album in mid September, and I have been on the edge of my seat waiting, and waiting, and waiting (I am an inpatient man). Finally,Florence and the Machine are back with Ceremonials! She and their sound are a little more dressed up but this... Read More

FRED KARGER, GAY REPUBLICAN FOR PRESIDENT, 2012

Fred Karger is a Republican. Fred Karger is a Republican political consultant and has worked on nine presidential campaigns and served as a senior consultant to the campaigns of Ronald Reagan, George H. W. Bush and Gerald Ford. Fred Karger is a gay activist. And, he wants to be president. Read More  Read More

Oh, Rick. Worst of the pack.

Rick Santorum: former Senator, Republican Presidential Candidate and “frothy mixture of lube and fecal matter that is sometimes the by-product of anal sex.” believes God’s law’s beat out, real Constitutional laws. Big surprise! Read More  Read More

Yet, Another Gay Rights Pioneer Passes Away.

Aristide ‘AJ’ Laurent has passed away at age 70. A gay rights activist and co-founder of the Advocate magazine, Laurent has been fight for our rights for years and as the other great gay rights pioneer who’ve passed recently, he’ll be greatly missed. Read More  Read More