Rainbow Realm

Bob Barr for President - Gay & Lesbian Words Banned

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 20:38:29 GMT

In response to a Bob Barr for president blog entry that stated that John McCain is possibly bipolar when it comes to the issues.

I responded asking if Bob Barr was bipolar and discussed his former position against same-sex marriage for gays and lesbians. Well apparently the Bob Barr site doesn't like the words, "sex", "gay", or "lesbian".

Not surprisingly "queer" made it through, although since this post they now banned that word as well.

Here is how the text showed up before moderator approval (Since that time the post has not been authorized and has been deleted).

You voted for the “defense of marriage act” to ban same-*** marriage equality throughout the country, and now say marriage is a states issue and nobody has the right to discriminate. You tried so hard to discriminate against *** and ******* couples. You will never get my vote, to me you are a bigot, plain and simple.

http://queersunited.blogspot.com/2008/10/bob-barr-for-president-gay-lesbian.html

John McCain's Chief of Staff Being Outed Today!

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 18:03:55 GMT

Sources have confirmed to me that Mark Buse John McCain's chief of staff is being outed today! Stay tuned for more info!

http://queersunited.blogspot.com/2008/09/breaking-news-john-mccains-chief-of.html

Is the Meat Industry Homophobic?

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 16:13:30 GMT

You don't have to look far to see how the meat/dairy industry perpetrate sexist and misogynist attitudes throughout their marketing campaigns as illustrated by Carol J. Adams author of the Sexual Politics of Meat. Here is her slideshow of misognyist images related to the industry. This post delves into whether they are also possibly homophobic in nature as well or just playing to gender stereotyping. I'd encourage you all to check it out and let me know your thoughts.

New GLBTQQIA Community

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 23:21:16 GMT

FEEL FREE TO DELETE IF INAPPROPRIATE.
Hi All!
I just created a community at
glbtq_disabled
. It's for members of the GLBTQQIA community to make friends and discuss being gay as it relates to being disabled in any way, be it physical, mental, learning, etc. Anyone, gay or straight or anything in between, is welcome to check it out and join. Be sure to tell your friends!
Thanks,
Caitlin

I WROTE SOME SEXY NEW POEMS!!!!!!!!!!!! SHITS ON THE FLOOR

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 06:12:28 GMT

I SEE A RED DOOR AND I WANT IT PAINTED BLACK
NO MORE FUCKING COLORS I WANT THEM ALL BLACK !!
EXCEPT FOR PEOPLE YOU KNOW BECAUSE I AM BLACKHEART SOUL ROT RAVENCUNT SLUTWHORE
I SEE THE GIRLS WALK BY AND I LOOK UP THEIR SKIRTS AT THEIR CUNTS
I WANT TO LICK THEM TILL THEY TURN BLACK !
GRUNTS AND FARTS
I HAVE TO SMOKE SOME CRACK UNTIL MY DARKNESS GOES
THEN SATAN COMES OVER AND SHOOTS ME UP WITH SPEED !!!!!!
SHEMHAMFORMOTHERFUCKINGRASH MOTHERFUCKERS !!!!!!
I SEE A LINE OF CARS AND I WANT TO PAINT THEM BLACK
WITH FLOWERS IN THE GARDEN I WISH THEY WOULD TURN INTO CRACK
I TAKE A HIT AND QUICKLY TURN AWAY TO SEE IF THE COPS ARE COMING
TO SEE ME CHOKE THIS FUCKING SQUIRREL THAT KNOCKED OVER MY LAST ROCK !!!!
MOTHERFUCKER FUCK THE FUCKING COPS !!
LIKE A NEWBORN BABY IT HAPPENS EVERYDAY
I CANT HELP IT THAT I AM OBESE AND GAY
I WAS BORN IN THE MONTH OF MAY
GRUNTS AND FARTS GRUNTS AND FARTS
I LOOK INSIDE MYSELF AND I SEE MY HEART IS BLACK
I SEE MY RED DOOR HAS BEEN PAINTED BLACK
NOBODY WANTS TO COME OVER ANYMORE BECAUSE I SMOKE TOO MUCH CRACK
FUCK THOSE MOTHERFUCKERS !!!

AND ANOTHER ONE THIS ONES CALLED HOT SLUTTY DYKES IN HELL LICK A SMELLY ASSHOLE

I SMELL DOGSHIT
OUT MY WINDOW
WHAT THE FUCK
THE SMELL WONT GO AWAY!!!!
MOTHERFUCKER!!!
TAKES A PISS OUT THE WINDOW
TO MAKE IT GO AWAY
SATAN MY MASTER
PLEASE MAKE THIS SMELL GO AWAY!!
OH WAIT A SECOND
IT JUST CROSSED MY MIND
ITS MY SMELLY CROTCH
I HAVENT WASHED IT
SINCE 1989
SOME HOT SLUTTY DYKE
IS PASSED OUT ON MY DIRTY BED
I TAKE DUMPS ON THE FLOOR
I DONT HAVE A TOILET ANYMORE
ILL JUST USE HER MOUTH INSTEAD
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAA!!!!!!

Melt down!

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 03:30:10 GMT

I just told this guy I like on myspace I was gay! He has been asking my why I don't want a girlfriend so I just got tired of him asking this morning! I had just woke up and I wasn't thinking in my right mind and I told him! So now I'm waiting to respond! My life is slowly going down the crapper!

Kinda new

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 04:13:24 GMT

Yo! I'm new to live journal so I don't know anything about it yet and I saw like other people just started talking about randome stuff so I thought I would start here! My names Xavier and as you should know by noe I'm gay, Ive know 4 a wile but I tried to talk myself out of it 4 years, cuz I knew my mom would freak out but I stoped caring and I just started being me! I didn't tell her the, The only person in my family who knows is my cuz nikki! She really awsome, Where like 4 years apart but it's like where in sync or something! Any way I'm 14 and like this guy but I know he doesn't like me back so I'm kinda sad about that! I told some of my friends I was gay but not all of them because I'm scared of what they would say, but so far I still have all my friends! So anyway the best part about me being gay is that I'm black, so when I tell people there like.... Ummmm.... But you black. Kinda screwed up, but I luv my friends any way! Soooooo like I can't think of anythig else soooooo.....oooo.....o.... Im ganna go now. . . BYE!!!

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 14:23:19 GMT

Okay so even though this is not the most active community I don't really know where else to ask this question.

So let's say that for whatever reason you no longer had a house and had been just staying with random people for the last few weeks(mostly your boyfriend or girlfriend though) and then after getting their parents approval they asked you to permantly move in...like all the time. Would you do it even if you were both only 17 and had been dating for only 14 months? If yes, what do you think would be a fair amount of money to give to their parents each month?

thanks for the help.

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 06:48:15 GMT

Hi,

I have been watching this community for quite a while, but I just haven't posted in it. I thought I might as well completely join it and introduce myself. My name's Azhure (yes, that's my real name), and I'm Bi. I'm also a girl, in case you couldn't figure it out. :D

Now, I noticed that a few people don't really 'believe' that someone can be Bi. I just wanted to say that it is possible. I have had one boyfriend and one girlfriend and I felt attracted to them both. I honestly think that I prefer girls, but if I see a good-looking guy, I will stare. I also can have major obsessions with male actors and characters. I am currently going through one of those at the moment. The obsession will pass and I will find some other guy to obsess over, but I still prefer girls.

As for coming out to parents and friends... I actually just told my mum and sister last week, and it was the most terrifying moment of my life. My mum is fine with it and my sister acted fine, but I know that it bothers her. I have tried and tried to show her that I am still the same person, but it's just not working. I know that it will take time, but I just don't like it. My friends were a different matter, however. They seemed to somehow all ready know that I was at least Bi. It was a huge shock! They're all fine with it!

Anyway, I seem to be babbling quite a bit, so I'll leave. Feel free to friend me! I'm always up for a chat!

Whats Your Queer Swing Political Issue?

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 10:31:09 GMT

what gets you boiling politically speaking?">The Queer movement has a large number of faces, races, identities, and sets of problems/controversies that we face. What is your #1 issue when it comes to Queer politics, and why? I will list a couple of big ones but please don't feel limited to those select few, obviously different sub-sets and communities within the broader LGBTQIA umbrella have their own set of issues and agendas.

Some popular issues: Marriage Equality, Adoption Rights, Immigration Equality, Employment Non-Discrimination, Trans-Inclusivity, (Queer Positive) Safe-Sex Ed, Repeal of Don't Ask Don't Tell Policy, Intersex Genital Mutilation, Hate Crimes, HIV/AIDS, Domestic Violence.

http://queersunited.blogspot.com/2008/06/open-forum-your-queer-swing-political.html

Global Queer Rights - Take Action!!!

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 14:39:30 GMT

"People around the world face violence and inequality – and sometimes torture, even execution – because of who they love, how they look, or who they are. Sexual orientation and gender identity are integral aspects of our selves and should never lead to discrimination or abuse. More than 80 countries around the world still make it a crime for men to have sex with men, or women with women. In some countries, the punishment is death. Many laws punish people for simply looking differently, or not living up to cultural norms of “masculinity” or “femininity.

The Yogyakarta Principles – named for the Indonesian city where they were adopted in 2006 by a panel of international experts – lay out clear standards for how governments should end violence, abuse, and discrimination against lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people, and ensure equality. We urge the United Nations to endorse the Yogyakarta Principles, and to call for an end to violence and abuse based on sexual orientation and gender identity. Tell the world’s governments to stop criminalizing people because of who they are or whom they love."

TAKE ACTION BELOW:
http://queersunited.blogspot.com/2008/06/take-action-urge-united-nations-to.html

Open Forum: "Straight Acting"

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Tue, 27 May 2008 16:39:55 GMT

We have all done it, know someone who does it, or have varying understandings of what the term means. "Straight Acting" is when a Queer person is not exhibiting any mannerisms that appear to fit an LGBTQ stereotype. For example a gay man who tries to fit in by avoiding seeming effeminate, or a lesbian who tries to avoid seeming overtly masculine.

"Straight Acting" is a controversial and deeply divisive topic, especially among gay/bisexual men where femininity is seen as weakness. Society divides us into gender roles and any variation from it is seen as taboo. This goes back to our earlier discussion on Gay Assimilationists versus Queer Liberationists. Some may see trying to fit in as a good thing, while others may see this as a false attempt to deny ones true identity. Others may feel it is essential for safety and security purposes to cover up their identity.

In his newly released book "Straight Acting" by Angelo Pezzote he says:

"In the struggle to come out, we can experience two conflicting drives - the important need to belong, and the equally important need to be our true selves. We may get caught up in the catch-22 of conforming to belong, while being our authentic selves. We may be out, but we may also elect to conform, at times diminishing the signals that we're gay - to play it more mainstream".

People use the term "Straight Acting" in an effort to differentiate themselves from the broader gay community and culture, they identify themselves as same-sex attracted but otherwise just regular ordinary citizens.

Others are deeply offended by this terminology because it conveys that a so called gay stereotype exists and that perhaps flamboyancy, gender-variation, or gay culture are somehow inherently wrong.
Mr. Pezzote discusses how he believes that this term is representative of Gay Shame.

"In such an inhospitable climate, many gays themselves ingest that being gay is not a good thing. If I feed a plant poisoned water, it can't help but absorb some of the poison. We, too, take in toxic ideas about being gay from our polluted cultural environment. The way we see ourselves is part a reflection of how we think others see us".

Further, not all heterosexuals are the same which begs to question what "Straight Acting" really is.

What do you think about "Straight Acting" is this good or bad for the community, are you indifferent? Or, perhaps are you a "Straight" actor yourself?

http://queersunited.blogspot.com/2008/05/open-forum-straight-acting.html

Queer Liberationist or Gay Assimilationist?

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Mon, 19 May 2008 13:36:40 GMT

There are two opposing political viewpoints when it comes to advocacy and than of course there are a variety of more moderate middleground opinions that fall in between the Queer Liberationists and Gay Assimilationist camps.

Gay Assimilationists - This ideology is to make gay/lesbian people seem like average, normal everyday citizens in the eyes of the general public. They want to make the case that gay families deserve equal rights and recognition and they want what everyone else wants: a house with a white picket fence and 2.5 kids. Some Gay Assimilationists are not inclusive of Bisexuals or Transgender people because they feel these groups hurt the gay rights movement. This is not the case for all Assimilationists and many seek to include all LGBT people and create a sense of assimilation into the general society. Gay Assimilationists often seek to advance their agenda through corporate sponsorships and see getting big business and government on their side as a way to advance equality. The assimilationists strive to paint the LGBT community as being no different than the heterosexual world and just want to fit in. They want the rights to marriage, the rights to adoption, to serve freely and openly in the military. Part of achieving these means, Gay Assimilationists seek to tone down the sexual aspect of gay pride, they feel that sexuality is one component of gay relationships and seek to emphasize much more the loving, financial, community, and faith based aspects of LGBT relationships.

Queer Liberationists - This camp of political theory views gender and sexuality in non-conformist ways. They do not apologize for the differences of Queer individuals and do not seek to "fit in". They embrace the idea of "We're Here, We're Queer, Get Used to it!" and believe society must change to accept them rather than they change to mold into hetero-normative society. Queer Liberationists are often but not always concerned with Queer issues as they relate not only to LGBT people but also to capitalism, anti-militarism, sexism, racism and other aspects of social justice. They are less concerned with same-sex marriage, adoption, and don't ask don't tell. Many times but not always they are against the institution of marriage altogether, feel gays are liberated from the idea of raising kids, and are against gays serving in the military because they are anti-military to begin with. Queer Liberationists often disagree with the idea of corporate partnerships and having big business and government intervene in LGBT issues. Queer Liberationists do not seek to hide their sexuality and gender expression, they seek to embrace it and encourage what has conventionally been frowned upon as inappropriate.

These are two diametrically opposed political camps. Most people have various opinions that don't fall so heavily into one party or the other. Where do you lie and what are your thoughts?

http://queersunited.blogspot.com/2008/05/open-forum-queer-liberationist-or-gay.html

CALIFORNIA LEGALIZES GAY MARRIAGE!

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Thu, 15 May 2008 17:57:29 GMT

http://www.cnn.com/2008/US/05/15/same.sex.marriage/index.html

yay

http://queersunited.blogspot.com/

Free Speech Where do We Draw the Line?

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Tue, 13 May 2008 13:42:45 GMT

A few interesting and controversial headlines have popped up in the news and the gay blogosphere that raise some important questions. At what point is gay activism intruding upon free speech and freedom of expression rights? Freedom of speech and expression must be protected even for anti-gay forces, because if we don't have these basic freedoms it becomes a slippery slope and eventually we will not have the right to express our opinions.

I write this in light of some stories recently, such as a student who wore a t-shirt to school saying "Be Happy - Not Gay!" at a diversity event, who got in trouble. The courts have since ruled she is entitled to wear the shirt.

What about Crystal Dixon's case with the University of Toledo V.P. of Human Resources who outside the university wrote an opinion column denouncing homosexuality, claiming it is a choice. She has been fired under grounds that she mentioned she was a worker at the school and is now suing the school.

Finally there was the case at Smith College, where the College Republicans brought in Ryan Sorba who created a book called "The Born Gay Hoax" who spoke about bogus research regarding LGBT people. Students interrupted his anti-gay speech by screaming "We're Here, We're Queer, get used to it" the student protesters overwhelmed the room forcing Mr. Sorba to leave the campus and cancel his speech.

Youtube clip of the Smith protest:

What do you think about GLBT activism and where do we draw the line to ensure free speech rights, or is it okay to intrude upon the free speech of others when they seek to intrude on our civil liberties and spread falsehoods about our community?

http://queersunited.blogspot.com/2008/05/open-forum-free-speech-where-do-we-draw.html

Washington U. Set to Honor Anti-Gay Activist

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Fri, 09 May 2008 01:37:08 GMT

Washington University in St. Louis is giving an honorary degree to anti-gay activist Ms. Phylis Schlafly founder of the Eagle Forum a right wing group opposed to LGBT equality and feminism. This woman has fought tirelessly against marriage equality even though her own son is gay, and she has said women should not work and believes they belong in the kitchen.

Take action by clicking to email the university on the post below:
http://queersunited.blogspot.com/2008/05/ding-dong-witch-is-getting-honorary.html

Introducing Queers United

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Tue, 06 May 2008 15:18:01 GMT

The activist blog with action alerts for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Asexual, and Intersexual community!

http://www.queersunited.blogspot.com

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 04:53:30 GMT

hey guys-- recently joined the community. i'm 22, not a teen i guess but i thought it would be interesting just for me to read the posts so that's what i'll do.

later

Hey

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 00:27:42 GMT

Hey everyone. Im 15 and confused. I mean I know Im at least Bi but I cant decide if Im a total lesbian. *sigh* Its really been bugging me lately cause I would just like to know!
All my friends know that Im Bi and there cool with it and I love them so much for it. (well it helps that half of them are Bi too ;) ) But yeah and I really want to tell my grandmother cause I love her so much! but shes getting old and even if I tell her not to tell anyone theres no guarantee that she'll remember and keep it a secret.
If anyone has any advice for any of this its greatly appreciated.

Very Thought Provoking and Moving. This was sent to me by a friend.

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 00:54:30 GMT

Oklahoma Representative, Sally Kern, in a recent meeting with some of
her constituents, equated homosexuality with terrorism and malignant
cancer. She was recorded saying that **“Homosexuality is a bigger
threat to our nation than terrorism or Islam.” She continued that
“According to God words, it is not the right kind of lifestyle.Gays
are infiltrating city councils. It’s deadly and its spreading, and it
will destroy our young people, and it will destroy this nation.”

*A letter to Sally Kern from a senior in high school in Oklahoma

*Today my nephew attempted to deliver a letter to Sally Kern but was
stopped by a highway patrol man. With his permission I am distributing
the letter to all news stations and thought I would include it here.
Maybe we can all stand to learn a listen from this smart, loving, young
man. He more than most has reason to hate. He lost his mother, my
sister, in the Murrah Building bombing.

Elizabeth
===========
Rep Kern:

On April 19, 1995, in Oklahoma City a terrorist detonated a bomb that
killed my mother and 167 others. 19 children died that day. Had I not
had the chicken pox that day, the body count would've likely have
included one more. Over 800 other Oklahomans were injured that day and
many of those still suffer through their permanent wounds.

That terrorist was neither a homosexual or was he involved in Islam. He
was an extremist Christian forcing his views through a body count. He
held his beliefs and made those who didn't live up to them pay with
their lives.
As you were not a resident of Oklahoma on that day, it could be
explained why you so carelessly chose words saying that the homosexual
agenda is worst than terrorism. I can most certainly tell you through my
own experience that is not true. I am sure there are many people in your
voting district that laid a loved one to death after the terrorist
attack on Oklahoma City. I kind of doubt you'll find one of them that
will agree with you.
I was five years old when my mother died. I remember what a beautiful,
wise, and remarkable woman she was. I miss her. Your harsh words and
misguided beliefs brought me to tears, because you told me that my
mother's killer was a better person than a group of people that are
seeking safety and tolerance for themselves.

As someone left motherless and victimized by terrorists, I say to you
very clearly you are absolutely wrong.

You represent a district in Oklahoma City and you very coldly express a
lack of love, sympathy or understanding for what they've been through.
Can I ask if you might have chosen wiser words were you a real Oklahoman
that was here to share the suffering with Oklahoma City? Might your
heart be a bit less cold had you been around to see the small bodies of
children being pulled out of rubble and carried away by weeping firemen?

I've spent 12 years in Oklahoma public schools and never once have I had
anyone try to force a gay agenda on me. I have seen, however, many gay
students beat up and there's never a day in school that has went by when
I haven't heard the word **** slung at someone. I've been called gay
slurs many times and they hurt and I am not even gay so I can just
imagine how a real gay person feels. You were a school teacher and you
have seen those things too. How could you care so little about the
suffering of some of your students?

Let me tell you the result of your words in my school. Every openly gay
and suspected gay in the school were having to walk together Monday for
protection. They looked scared. They've already experienced enough hate
and now your words gave other students even more motivation to sneer at
them and call them names. After all, you are a teacher and a lawmaker,
many young people have taken your words to heart. That happens when you
assume a role of responsibility in your community. I seriously think
before this week ends that some kids here will be going home bruised and
bloody because of what you said.

I wish you could've met my mom. Maybe she could've guided you in how a
real Christian should be acting and speaking.

I have not had a mother for nearly 13 years now and wonder if there were
fewer people like you around, people with more love and tolerance in
their hearts instead of strife, if my mom would be here to watch me
graduate from high school this spring. Now she won't be there. So I'll
be packing my things and leaving Oklahoma to go to college elsewhere and
one day be a writer and I have no intentions to ever return here. I have
no doubt that people like you will incite crazy people to build more
bombs and kill more people again. I don't want to be here for that. I
just can't go through that again.

You may just see me as a kid, but let me try to teach you something. The
old saying is sticks and stones will break your bones, but words will
never hurt you. Well, your words hurt me. Your words disrespected the
memory of my mom.

Your words can cause others to pick up sticks and stones and hurt
others.

Sincerely

Tucker

Study for LGB Youth

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 12:51:39 GMT

Hey y'all:

My name's Matt, and I go to the University of Maryland. I'm doing an honors thesis on coming out and parenting, and I'm looking for participants to take my survey!

To take the survey, you have to:
-Be between 18 and 26
-Identify your sexual orientation as something other than heterosexual
-Have at least one mother or father figure who you grew up with in the same household (regardless of whether you are out to him or her)

By taking the survey, you will be entered to win a $50 Amazon gift card!. It should take about 15 minutes or so to complete.

Thank you all for helping me out! I'm hoping that this kind of research can help us understand coming out in the family a little better.

Here's the link:
Survey

Thanks!!
-Matt

Cape Town Parade

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Sun, 09 Mar 2008 22:48:19 GMT

Eh, why?

supersquirtel@hotmail.com — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 03:51:52 GMT

Hello I joined this community forever and a day ago and have yet to post. My name is Massun, I'm 20. I'm from Buffalo, NY and I'm living in California currently while I go to my University.

Wow, I guess I'm technicly not a gay "teen" anymore. I feel old. Well, infact I've never considered myself gay, I'm actually bisexual yet I have trouble bonding emotionally with women, despite having a sexual attraction to them. This is what I'm posting about. I'm trying to become more active with the GLBT community here but Bisexuals are not as welcome as full blown lesbian or homosexuals are and I often get crap from them. A large part of the queer things I'm involved with pair me with people who do not think I should be too involved, I'm constantly put on the side lines because they do not want a bisexual representing the gay human rights message they are currently preaching.

I find this insulting, so I was curious as to how many of you disregard bisexuals and if you think that our struggle is not equal to your own?