Meet the 32 Senate Republicans Who Voted to Continue LGBT Discrimination in the Workplace

Dana Liebelson
http://www.motherjones.com/

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ezs note:  Well, Senators Alexander, Blunt, Boozman, Burr, Chambliss, Coats, Cochran, Corker, Cornyn, Crapo, Cruz, Enzi, Fischer, Graham, Grassley, Hoeven, Inhofe, Isakson, Johanns, Johnson, Lee, McConnell, Moran, Paul, Risch, Roberts, Rubio, Scott, Shelby, Thune, Vitter and Wicker, we do remember, AND WE DO VOTE.

8 Things LGBT People Couldn't Do In 1985 -- And 7 Things They Still Can't Do

James Nichols
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/

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Transgender Witness Was Tipping Point for Gay-Rights Bill

Fawn Johnson
http://www.nationaljournal.com/

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ezs note:  If you live in a district where there is a Republican representative, don't despair - e-write!  Every letter makes them squirm even more.  It's difficult, to be sure, but you can make a better world for all of us.  For more information, go to www.house.gov.

LEAVE THE GOATS ALONE!!

CREDIT: UPLOAD.WIKIMEDIA.COM

New blogpaper up!

On November 6, I finally put up a new blogpaper.  I really like it a lot better.  The title of each section is a lot larger, and the typeface is much more attractive.  The "Comment" section is bolder, and uses a different color which makes commentary by you far easier.  Plus, I like pink!

As always, you are more than welcome to send your comments and questions to me.  Thanks.

Man to be arraigned in attack on transgender woman in Hollywood

Ari Bloomekatz
http://www.latimes.com/

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Bathroom Battle: Transgender Teen's Viewpoint

Jackie Parks
http://www.turnto23.com/

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WeHo City Hall to light up for Transgender Awareness Month, holidays

James F. Mills
http://sdgln.com/

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ezs note:  Once again, this is Transgender Awareness Month, and November 20 is Transgender Day of Remembrance, where we all gather to remember those who were murdered.  If you know of any transgender person who was murdered, assaulted, or raped, the time to call the police is NOW. You will have my thanks, and the thanks of those whose world is just a bit safer.

Transgender Economic Empowerment Job & Resource Fair to be held Thursday in LA

http://sdgln.com/

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Victoria’s Secret petitioned to add transgender model

http://wtvr.com/

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Just a wee hint...

VOTE!! VOTE!! VOTE!! VOTE!! VOTE!!  VOTE!!  VOTE!!  VOTE!! VOTE!! VOTE!!  VOTE!!  VOTE!! VOTE!!  VOTE!! VOTE!!  VOTE!!  VOTE!!  VOTE!!  VOTE!!  VOTE!!  VOTE!!  VOTE!!  VOTE!!  VOTE!!  VOTE!!

I hope I've made things abundantly clear.
   

From Iran to Turkey to Canada, a transgender woman seeks refuge

Shuka Kalantari
http://www.pri.org/

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ezs note:  The United Nations High Commissioner on Refugees (UNHCR) - mentioned in the article - is a very worthy organization.  It is also entirely funded by donations.  To see more about the work that they do, please contact www.unhcr.org.

Josh Hutcherson, Queen Latifah, Nick Cannon honor 4 teens for community service at HALO Awards

http://www.newser.com/

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Transgender woman: Hong Kong customs officers behaved 'like animals' during body search (Hong Kong)

Lana Lam
http://www.scmp.com

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Transgender guitarist finds peace, acceptance through music

Bruce Fessier
http://www.mydesert.com/

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TRANSGENDER BATHROOM ACCESS TRIGGERS DISPUTE

Michael Gardner
http://www.utsandiego.com/

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Neither nor (India)

Meghnad Desai
http://www.indianexpress.com/

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Transgender woman Ana finally living a life that is true to herself (Hong Kong)

Lana Lam
http://www.scmp.com/

*more here*

Things to do...

1.  If you haven't done it by now, change the clocks.

2. Buy a cookie

3. Remember to vote!!

Transgender woman talks about her battle for acceptance in Omagh (Northern Ireland)

http://ulsterherald.com/

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Michigan legislature unlikely to vote on LGBT protections until 2014

http://wincountry.com/

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ezs note: Michiganders - prove 'em wrong - vote!!

Matt Nathanson's 'Kinks Shirt' Music Video Features Transgender Love Story

James Nichols
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/

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OWN beauty school reality show features transgender teen

http://chicago.gopride.com/

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Police: Woman in coma after illegal injections

http://www.whlt.com/
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ezs note:  Let's see... what do I say... no matter how much you want them, don't go near these
GOOD FOR NOTHING, VERMINOUS, CROOKS!!!   See a reputable doctor instead.

There.  I think I've made myself clear. 

Transgender controversies can lead to ‘gender panic,’ study finds

Mary Abowd
http://www.healthcanal.com/

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The Growing Battle Over Transgender Student Rights in California

Parker Marie Molloy
http://www.rollingstone.com/

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Jeri Hughes Enters Race for Stein Club President

John Riley
http://www.metroweekly.com

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Matthew Shepard’s honorable legacy

Jamakaya
http://www.wisconsingazette.com/

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Harriet Harman and John Prescott heap praise on Paris Lees in Question Time debut

http://www.pinknews.co.uk/

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OutFront Minnesota announced LGBT Equality Award winners

http://www.insightnews.com/

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Who I'll be voting for in West Hartford elections

Today was a "meet the candidates" day in West Hartford, and there were two surprises and one disappointment.  The way the questioning was structured really didn't allow you to hear anything but yourself  when questioning was going on, but so it goes.

 First the surprises:

When Scott Slifka (D) ran previously, I had a wry view of him; I was for the busway, he was against it.  But two years later, what's past is past.  The busway is moving forward (yay!) and he has accepted that fact. When I mentioned the issues transgender people face, he agreed wholeheartedly. He got my vote.

Whenever candidates throw their hat into the ring, you have to wonder, has this guy or gal really done the homework.  Fortunately, when Chris Barnes(R) is running, you can tell he's quite knowledgeable.  He answered the transgender issues satisfactorily, and, when was further questioned about restroom legislation, he answered at some length why he would have voted in the affirmative.  For this reason, he has my vote.

Now the disappointment:

When Leon Davidoff (D) had ran previously and won, I had high hopes.  His rambling answer to my question did not exactly bring hope to my heart, anyhow.  Sadly, I must ask him to go home.

So, my choices (in alphabetical order) are:

Chris Barnes (R)
Shari Cantor (D)
Harry Captain (D)
Judy Casperson(D)
Clare Kindall (D)
Scott Slifka (D)

Oh, by the way, VOTE!!!

On November 5, GET OUT AND VOTE!!!

Credit:aroundharlem.com

In Royal Oak, Michigan, they'll be having a little vote.  You know, on such minuscule matters as whether two men or two women  want to be able to hold hands in a restaurant.  Or a transgender is able get the house or apartment she/he wants.  You know, little things like that.

In Royal Oak and 27 towns in Michigan alone, similar initiatives will be on the ballot.  Even if there is no initiative, there is the office of mayor, city or state council, board of education, judge of probate, among others.  And it doesn't matter whether you are reading this in New York City or Lenexa, Kansas - you have the best chance of making a real difference.

So on Tuesday, November 5, get out there and freakin' vote!!

Royal Oak to vote on human rights initiative

http://michiganradio.org/

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Transgender Woman Claims She Was Raped By Police Officer

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/

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Murder trial begins for death of transgender woman found in Olmsted Township pond

Rachel Dissell
www.cleveland.com

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JELLY BELLY CANDY CHAIRMAN DONATES THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS TO HARM TRANSGENDER CHILDREN

Andy Towle
http://www.towleroad.com/

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Transgender Patients in Growing Fight Over Health Coverage

Nina Martin
http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/

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Right-Wingers Won't Stop Harassing Colo. Trans Teen for 'Unhealthy Behavior'

Sunnivie Brydum
http://www.advocate.com/

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Brazil Crowns Transgender Beauty Queen in Daring New “Miss T” Contest

Ana Sayfa
http://www.womencitizen.com/

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Pruett gets probation in Appleton park attack

http://wtaq.com/

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ezs note:  Seriously, ya gotta see the Appleton mug shot of this guy.

Suffice it to say that I won't be looking for him on "America's Greatest Thinkers".

Transgender law: California adult conservatives ganging up on kids

Jillian Page
http://blogs.montrealgazette.com/

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The Bullies Don’t Draw a Distinction

Laverne Cox
http://www.nytimes.com/

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Famous West Texas transgender performer dies in police custody

Andra Litton
http://www.ketknbc.com/

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David Arquette Talks ‘Dream School’: How a Transgender Student Brought Him to Tears

 Jethro Nededog
http://www.thewrap.com/


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Transgender student paves the way for future generations

 SARAH GERHARD
http://www.dailytitan.com/

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Pa. School Silent on Trans Teen's Bid for Homecoming King

NOM Abandons Marriage Mission To Campaign Against Transgender Children

 ZACK FORD
http://thinkprogress.org/


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Transgender widow denied marriage license in Houston

Kevin Reece
http://www.kens5.com/

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San Antonio Approves Anti-Bias Protections For LGBT Residents

http://houston.cbslocal.com/


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Complaints by Transgender Detainees Quantify Abuse

Amy Lieberman
http://womensenews.org/


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