HRC Events
Remembrance Weekend: Film Night - FREE
Friday, November 20, 2009

Remembrance Weekend: 11th Annual Transgender Day of Remembrance
Saturday, November 21, 2009

Remembrance Weekend: Brunch
Sunday, November 22, 2009



go to http://southflorida.hrc.org/ for more information.







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The year is almost over and we have made a lot of progress. So far President Obama has passed the hate crime legislation into law. President Obama has also signed a bill into law extending medical care for low income individuals with AIDS or HIV in addition he is reversing travel prohibition for those entering the country for immigration or travel.

Thank you President Barack Obama. Deep in my soul I'm going to LET IT RING!! I dedicate this song to all specially to our incredible President.








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"South Florida's last and largest Pride event of 2009 is coming up on June 19-21, and Pride weekend presents a number of great opportunities to volunteer with the Human Rights Campaign. More details are below, but here's a snapshot of where and when we need volunteers:

Friday, June 19Cinema Under the Stars7 p.m. - 11 p.m.

Saturday, June 20Stonewall Parade6 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Sunday, June 21Stonewall Street Festival11a.m. - 5 p.m.

To sign up as a volunteer at one or more of these events, please email HRCsfla@bellsouth.net. "

for more information go to www.hrc.org/pride

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The City of Miami Domestic Partnership Ordinance is on the Commission Agenda for Thursday, June 11th. As of today, there is no definite time in which the ordinance will be heard, but it will be early on the agenda, so plan on arriving at 9:30 to be sure not to miss it.
Please attend this important meeting Thursday, June 11, 2009 at the Miami City Hall-Commission Chambers, 3500 Pan American Drive, in Coconut Grove.

For more information go to www.savedade.org


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CALENDAR AND DESCRIPTION OF EVENTS
SATURDAY, JUNE 6
KICK OFF PARTY 6 pm CRYSTAL ROOM at LA TE DA 1125 Duval Street
This event announces and celebrates all that will unfold with Pridefest 2009. Learn more about the overall Pridefest
2009 schedule. Enjoy performances by the reigning Mr., Ms. and Miss Pridefest 2008, as well as be introduced to the
new contestants who desire to wear the crowns for 2009. Complimentary appetizers. Happy Hours drink prices.
Admission $10

SUNDAY, JUNE 7
HOUSE TOUR 12noon‐5pm, 5 HOMES
Key West members will open their doors to their lovely homes for this very special house tour. Homes selected for
the tour represent the most creative and distinctive decorating styles. Complimentary reception at the last house of
the tour. Admission: $20, which includes a reception at 4pm at the last house on the tour.
MR. PRIDEFEST 2009 8‐10 pm BOURBON STREET PUB 724 DUVAL STREET
The hottest men in Key West will compete for the crown of Mr. Pridefest 2009. Contestants will model fashionable
(and not so fashionable) swim wear, demonstrate a variety of talents and share their views of current issues. As Mr.
Pridefest 2009, the winner pledges to work with GLCC Key West on program implementation and fund raising.
Admission $10 Tables for 4 only $50 and can be purchased at www.pridefestkeywest.com. Or call 305‐879‐9855

MONDAY, JUNE 8
CAP (CELEBRATING ACHIEVEMENT IN PRIDE) AWARDS 7pm CRYSTAL ROOM AT LA TE DA 1125 DUVAL STREET
Co‐sponsored by the Gay and Lesbian Community Center and the Key West Business Guild, The Gay Rag and
Centennial Bank, this event recognizes the contributions made by members of the Key West community in enhancing
the quality of life in Key West. Nominations are submitted from the community at large in such categories as
Business & Professional Leadership, Community Promoter and Generous Heart; just to name a few. A committee
composed of members of the Gay and Lesbian Community Center and the Key West Business Guild review all
nominations and select the winners. Awards are presented at this special event to be held at La Te Da’s cabaret
room. Free Admission. Reserved table of 4 are available for %50 by calling 879‐9855
ROCKIN’ AT THE HARD ROCK CAFÉ 313 DUVAL STREET 9‐11PM
After the CAP Awards, join Key West’s own “Boy George” for a complimentary trolley ride down Duval Street to The
Hard Rock Café! There you will en joy a festive celebration with special “Pridefest 2009 Cocktails,” specially priced
menu items as well as wonderful entertainment including “Boy George!” No admission. Reserved table for 4 can be
purchased by calling 87909855. Free Trolly ride leaving LaTeDa at 8:45pm to go to this event

TUESDAY, JUNE 9
GLCC/AIDS HELP FILM FESTIVAL 6PM TROPIC CINEMA 416 EATON STREET
This event will feature films which highlight the latest information about HIV/AIDS treatment and prevention. Held at
the beautiful Tropic Cinema at the corner of Duval and Eaton, Free Admission
MS. PRIDEFEST 2009 8‐10PM AQUA 711 DUVAL STREET
Contestants for Ms. Pridefest 2009 “enjoy being a girl!” Key West ladies will demonstrate their talents, their sense of
fashion and their spontaneity in dealing with unexpected situations. Certainly Home Depot Gold Card holders and
pick‐up truck owners will have the competitive edge. As Ms. Pridefest 2009, the winner pledges to work with GLCC
Key West on program implementation and fund raising. Admission: $10

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10
GLCC/AIDS HELP FILM FESTIVAL 6PM TROPIC CINEMA 416 EATON STREET
This event will feature films which highlight the latest information about HIV/AIDS treatment and prevention. Held at
the beautiful Tropic Cinema at the corner of Duval and Eaton. Free admission
WINE WITH PRIDE 3‐5pm Square One 1075 Duval Street in Duval Square
This complimentary event allows you to taste a variety of fine wines. Wine by the case can be bought at a substantial
discount.
KEY WEST BUSINESS GUILD MIXER 5:30‐7:30pm ISLAND HOUSE 1129 FLEMING STREET
Island House, rated the #1 exclusively men’s guest house in the country, opens its doors to men and women for this
very special event. Sponsored by the Key West Business Guild, the oldest gay business guild in the country, guests will
enjoy complimentary drinks and the finest appetizers created by Island House’s personal chef and served by the
hottest waiters Key West has to offer. Admission: $15 includes complimentary domestic beer, house wine, well
drinks, champagne and appetizers. All proceeds benefit the Gay and Lesbian Community Center and the Key West
Business Guild.
MISS PRIDEFEST 2009 (DRAG) 8‐10PM LA TE DA 1125 DUVAL STREET
Calling all drag queens! Wigs, fake eye lashes, bangles and beads will be flying galore at this hilarious contest. From
the outrageous to the refined, contestants will define their individual sense of talent and fashion.
Admission” $10. Reserved table of 4 only $50 at www.pridefestkeywest.com or call 305‐879‐9855

THURSDAY, JUNE 11
ROCKIN’ POOL PARTY NOON‐5PM SOUTHERN MOST HOTEL COLLECTION 1319 DUVAL STREET
Live DJ, complimentary cook out, men’s and women’s bikini contest, pool games, prizes and surprises. The perfect
afternoon!
PET COSTUME CONTEST 7PM U.S.Post Office on Whitehead Street
It’s “DOG DIVERSITY DAY!” Dogs will be in costume and vying for over $1,000 in prizes. Dogs will be judged in the
following categories: MR/MS PIGGY,BUTCHEST, BEST KISSER, MOST DIVERSE, BEST CROSS DRESSER,
LUCKIEST DOG, BEST TAIL WAGGER AND WHO AM I?. FREE GIFT BAG FOR THE FIRST 50 ENTRIES
$20 entry fee, $10 for each additional entry. Free to the public . Pre‐register by calling the Gay/lesbian Community
Cent at 305‐292‐3223 or stop in at GLCC at 513 Truman Avenue.
RANDY ROBERS LIVE 9PM La Te Da 1125 Duval
Randy Roberts, nationally known female impersonator will be showing us a variety of impersonations such as Cher,
Bette Midler, Joan Rivers as well as sharing is own talent in his renowned lounge act. Tickets can be purchased by
calling 879‐9855 or call LaTeDA for more information at 296‐6706 (ex. 10)
THE RAINBOW ENDS AT “THE KEYS “ 10PM The Keys 1114 Duval street
All of Dorothy’s friends will be at Key West’s New York style piano bar. Live entertainers will be singing the best of
Broadway. $10 suggested donation.
ASS NASTY PARTY FOR MEN 10PM‐4AM SALOON 1 801 DUVAL STREET
Come play with men at Key West ‘s most X rated venue. The name of the event says it all!
Win an autographed DVD Package of The Jack Radcliffe Series. Several other DVDs can also be won.

FRIDAY, JUNE 12
STREET FAIR 12 noon‐8PM 700‐900 Blocks of Duval
Three blocks of the most unique concessions will be on display. From art work to health care to jewelry, to great food
and drink‐it will, all be there for your enjoyment. All shopper anonymous members welcomed!
DANCIN’ BOYS A –GO‐GO 12 none‐6pm BOURBON STREET PUB 724 DUVAL STREET
The hottest men in South Florida will be strutin’ their stuff on a huge outdoor stage. Hot and sweaty dancin’ men, the
best in music and drinks and more drinks! What more could a guy ask for??
SEX & SPIRIT: FINDING PEACE WITHIN 11 AM METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY CHURCH 1215 PETRONIA
This special forum for gay men will help you explore reaching your spiritual potential within your personal sexual
identity. Please join us for a panel presentation and group discussion. Refreshment will be served. Admission is free.
WOMEN WHO LUNCH: A FORUM FOR WOMEN 11 AM La Te Da 1125 DUVAL STREET
Enjoy a fabulous Key West lunch and a professional panel of women who are successful in the fields of music,
construction, politics, sports and more! Come, listen, participate! All for just $20
VICKIE SHAW LIVE IN CONCERT 6PM WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE MALLORY SQUARE
Vickie Shaw, for the past 5 years, has performed in almost every state in the U.S. leaving gays and lesbians rolling in
the isles. Today Vickie is a seasoned comedian, hilariously addressing the triumphs & trials of… being gay. This is a
concert not to miss! Tickets may be purchased on line at www.KeystTix.com
BAD BOYS PARTY 9PM‐2AM ISLAND HOUSE 1129 FLEMING STREET
How bad can the boys be in Key West? You will have to come see for yourself! This event held at Island House, the
world famous clothing‐optional resort for men. Cash bar. Clothes check available. Men over 18 only!
BAD GIRLS & DRAG KING CONTEST 8‐11PM PEARL’S RAINBOW 525 UNITED STREET
Check out the drag kings (or be one) and dance under the stars to the tunes of DJ X‐Ray at the annual Bad Girls’Party
at Pearl’s Rainbow, the largest resort for women in the world and the Best Inn/Hotel for Women according to
PlanetOut.com Great prizes during Key West’s ONLY Drag King Contest‐start working on you act now!
PURGATORY 12 MIDNIGHT BOURBON STREET PUB 724 DUVAL STREET
Full Frontal Foam Party, an event for men and women. Be there at the stroke of midnight where the BAD BOYS and
BAD GIRLS GO TO PLAY….the Key West Pink Triangle! Clothes check available.
SATURDAY, JUNE 13
STREET FAIR 10AM‐5Pm 700‐900 BLOCKS OF DUVAL
Three blocks of the most unique concessions will be on display. From art work to health care to jewelry, to great food
and drink‐it will all be there for your enjoyment. All shopper anonymous members welcomed! Free Admission
GIRLS ROCK NOOn‐5pm Aqua 711 Duval Street
For girls who want to have fun, Aqua Bar is the place to be! Enjoy live entertainment from an outdoor stage with
performances by Key West's popular female entertainers. Special performance by Cind Lou, famous country music
singer. Call Aqua at 294‐0555
DANCIN’ BOYS A –GO‐GO BOURBON STREET PUB 724 DUVAL STREET
The hottest men in South Florida will be strutin’ their stuff on a huge outdoor stage. Hot and sweaty dancin’ men, the
best in music and drinks and more drinks! What more could a guy ask for??
VOLLEYBALL:BATTLE OF THE SEXES 1PM‐4PM SMATHERS BECH
Men’s teams will compete against each other. Women’s teams will compete against each other. The winners in each
category will compete in the Battle of The Sexes. Prizes for the winners. Go to www.pridefestkeywest.com web site
to register your team. Call 305‐879‐9855 for more information.
PRIDEFEST 2009 GRAND PARADE 7PM DUVAL STREET
The Pridefest 2009 parade is the most festive highlight of the week’s celebration, Over 30 entrants will participate,
representing a cross section of what One Human Family is all about. Floats will be judged at the reviewing stand at
724 Duval St., above Bourbon Street Bar. Watch out for those flying beads! Free Admission
PRIDE BALL ( FOLLOWING THE PARADE ) AQUA 711 DUVAL STREET
Continue to party immediately after the parade at this festive event. Held at Aqua, enjoy the best in drag
performances with a special Pridefest 2009 show featuring the Aquanets, professional Key West drag performers.
Dance music will follow to get you through the night .

SUNDAY, JUNE 14
SPECIAL PRIDE CHURCH SERVICE 10AM METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY CHURCH 1215 PETRONIA
A special Pride Service will be held to celebrate Key West’s ONE HUMAN FAMILY. Joy, peace and acceptance will be
abundant. A light brunch will be served directly after the service. All are invited
PRIDE BINGO 2PM 801 BOURBON BAR 801 DUVAL STREET
You may not have played bingo until you have played it at 801 Bourbon Bar. Key West’s RV Beaumont, also a Fire
Island star, will be the hostess with the moistest. She gives “drag queen” a new name. Prizes! Happy hour prices!!
And much, much more!!!
PRIDE TEA DANCE 4‐6PM LA TE DA 1125 DUVAL STREET
La Te Da is famous for its Sunday tea dance and Pridefest Tea is the most outrageous! Music, dancing and drinks
galore. Free give away Enjoy the spinning of Key’s West’s very own “Junior.” Sushi, of 801 Bourbon Bar and CNN’s
New Year’s Eve fame, will be on the dance floor, along with many of her Key West “sisters!” This tea dance is not to
be missed . $10 suggested donation
THE FAT LADY SINGS 5‐9PM THE GARDEN’S HOTEL 526 ANGELA
This is it! The final event of Pridfest 2009. Enjoy beautifully appointed gardens, sculptors and live jazz at its finest. A
Sunday evening tradition in Key West! Taste of the Gardens: complimentary appetizers. Cash bar. $10 suggested
donation

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TodayTuesday Rallies--Help Spread the Word
May 26, 2009 from 6:30pm to 10pm – Club Nautico (formerly Chiq Bar) at the
intersection of 66th St and 49th Ave N Day Of Decision Tuesday 05.26 1pm

May 26, 2009 from 7pm to 11pm – Gaslight Park - Tampa; Club Nautico St. Petersburg
Prop 8 Day of Decision Tampa Bay Metro Area Rally

May 26, 2009 from 7pm to 9:30pm – Joe Chillura Courthouse Square


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What has this world come to when one minute you are equally allowed to get married to your partner but the next, others just like you are denied that right? How ludicrous is this? Was the Supreme Court just doing a test drive peoples emotions and play with peoples lives? Where is the logic? I have just about lost my mind. Proposition 8 has been upheld and that leave a lot of us even if we don’t live in California outraged.

Here is what it comes down to people. LISTEN UP AND LISTEN GOOD, most of these right wing extremist religious fanatics that reunite regularly on church days not to twist truths but to also collect a lot of money in order to campaign against same sex marriages. That is why we have to….WE HAVE TO support HRC. This is the time to go in to your pockets and donate because we are not going to back down. EQUALITY IS A RIGHT!!!


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ACTION ALERT!!!

Go watch this movie it is truly outrageous!



The closest one to Miami is at

Sunrise Cinemas - Gateway 41820 East Sunrise Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL - (954) 763-7994

Other Theaters in other states:
play dates


On Screen
Fort Lauderdale, FL: Gateway 4
West Hollywood, CA: Sunset 5
New York, NY: Chelsea Cinema 9
Philadelphia, PA: Ritz at the BourseSeattle, WA: Varsity TheatreSan Francisco, CA: Embarcadero Center Cinema 5Washington, DC: E Street Cinema
Opening
5/22/2009Palm Springs, CA: Camelot Theatre 3Santa Ana, CA: South Coast Village 3Santa Cruz, CA: Nickelodeon TheatresChicago, IL: Music Box
6/5/2009Tucson, AZ: The Loft CinemaSan Diego, CA: Hillcrest Cinemas
6/12/2009Dallas, TX: Magnolia Theatre - DallasHouston, TX: Angelika Film Center
6/19/2009Salt Lake City, UT: Tower Theatre
6/23/2009New Orleans, LA: New Orleans Film Festival





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First of all I would like to start by saying I have never seen the purpose of beauty pageants, however there are those that participate and view these events. More power to ya! So Miss. California doesn’t agree with gay marriage I personally am not interest in her or her point of views. Quit honestly I would much rather see Adam Lambert with the crown but until that day comes I will not watch it. Com’on when was the last time you heard something sensibly smart come out of a contestant in a beauty pageant. I hate to generalizing because I know how it feels but because she said “NO OFFENSE.” My message for Mrs. soft porn California is, “ That is how I was raised it is my point of view, no offense baby doll but you gotta grow up! What would happen if gay couples could marry? Would you have to explain to your children that there is only one love? “NO OFFENSE? Barbie, you just offended countless, and I mean countless because we are not even recognized in census, of loving and committed couples with and without children. Miss. California we are gay and we are here to stay, no one will change our ways, you should look up to the heavens and count your blessing God forbid you ever have to go through such injustice. That’s like saying back in the days, “I do not believe in interracial marriage that’s how I was brought up sorry no offense to the BLACK people out there. OUTRAGEOUS!!”

But I will move on to bigger and better things like Adam Lambert. I do watch America Idol and I pray and hope to God he wins. He is an incredible singer and performer and seems to have just as big of a heart. Vote for Adam Lambert !!!


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I just received an email with this great news!! this is a great achievement for all gay couples in Florida! YES WE CAN!

"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 13, 2009
Florida Court of Appeals Holds that
Florida Must Honor Second-Parent Adoptions by Same-Sex Couples


( San
Francisco , CA , May 13, 2009)—Today, the Florida Court of Appeals unanimously
reversed a lower court ruling and held that Florida must give full faith and
credit to adoptions granted to same-sex couples by other states, holding that
Lara Embry, the plaintiff in the case, “must be given the same rights as any
other adoptive parent in Florida .” The court based its decision on the Full
Faith and Credit Clause of the federal constitution and a Florida statute
requiring Florida to honor adoption decrees from other states. Noting that
“there are no public policy exceptions to the full faith and credit which is due
to judgments entered in another state,” the court concluded that “regardless of
whether the trial court believed that the Washington adoption violated a clearly
established public policy in Florida, it was improper for the trial court to
refuse to give the Washington judgment full faith and credit.” A concurring
opinion further noted that Embry’s “same-sex relationship with [the other
parent] is irrelevant for the purpose of enforcing her rights and obligations as
an adoptive parent.”

The case arose when Lara Embry filed a petition
seeking shared custody of a child she had raised with her former partner,
Kimberly Ryan. The couple had two children together. Each gave birth to one
child, and each adopted her non-biological child through a second-parent
adoption in the state of Washington , where the family lived. The couple moved
to Florida , and their relationship ended several years later. They agreed to
share custody of both children and did so successfully until Ryan unilaterally
decided to separate the children, who are deeply bonded as siblings, and cut off
all contact between Embry and one of the children.

The National Center
for Lesbian Rights (NCLR) and Leslie Talbot, of Leslie M. Talbot, P.A.,
represented Lara in her initial suit for shared custody. In February 2008, a
Florida trial court held that Florida would not recognize the couple’s
second-parent adoption. NCLR, Karen Doering, and the law firm of Carlton Fields
represented Lara in the appeal. Former Judge John R. Blue and Cristina Alonso,
attorneys with Carlton Fields briefed and argued the case before the Second
District Court of Appeal on March 18, 2009.

“We are pleased this
decision resolved an important constitutional issue and protected the legal bond
between adoptive parents and their children,” said Blue. “The court affirmed the
longstanding rule that Florida must honor valid adoptions from other states,
which ensures the permanence and stability of parent-child relationships across
state lines.”

Friend-of-the- court briefs supporting Embry and urging
the court to clarify Florida’s obligation to honor second-parent adoptions from
other states were submitted by the Center for Adoption Policy, the Evan B.
Donaldson Adoption Institute, the National Center for Adoption Law and Policy,
the University of Florida Center on Children and Families, the University of
Miami School of Law Children and Youth Clinic, and Professors Mark Brown, Joan
Hollinger, Barbara Bennett Woodhouse, Erwin Chemerinsky, Sharon Rush, and Robert
Schapiro.

The case is Lara Embry v. Kimbery Ryan, No. 2D08-1323, (Fla.
2d DCA May 13, 2009).

http://www.nclright s.org/site/ DocServer/
Embry_Opinion_ 05_13_2009. pdf?docID= 5761
"

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LMAO......I'M STILL LAUGHING!!!!!

The Colbert Report	Mon - Thurs 11:30pm / 10:30c
The Colbert Coalition's Anti-Gay Marriage Ad
colbertnation.com
Colbert Report Full Episodes Political Humor Gay Marriage Commercial

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Yes its that time again, ACTION people ACTION!
Take a look at this video and then write to your congress and let them know we are here and we want protection and equality! HRC has made it extremely easy. They even have a sample letter..go to their page at http://www.hrcactioncenter.org/campaign/hate_crimes




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Parade
The Inaugural Miami Beach Gay Pride Parade
Ocean Drive, noon, Saturday, April 18

They are also looking for GLBT couples that have been together for 20yrs. If you would like more information please go to www.miamibeachgaypride.com




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VALUING OUR FAMILIES
DAY OF LEARNING AND FUN
Saturday, April 25, 9:30 - 4:00
Campus of the Sunshine Cathedral
1480 SW 9th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, F PRICES GO UP ON APRIL 18th SO REGISTER NOW (Click on logo above to go directly
to details about the day and to link to registration)


Workshops, Panels, Sharing Groups for LGBT Community and Friends, including...Prospective parents.....Parents with school age children...Couples or singles.....Transgender youth and adults....Gay and Lesbian youth... Youth with LGBT parents. ALL TOGETHER!


There is nothing like this anywhere else in Florida!


PLUS...THE VALUING OUR FAMILIES COMMUNITY AWARD will be presented at the 2:45 pm General Session to

JENNIFER GOTTLIEBVice Chair, Broward County School Board&KEN GOTTLIEBFormer Florida State Representativefor their public service in championing LGBT equality Costs: $15 per adult (lunch included) PRICES GO UP TO $20 per adult on April 18th Youth through age 21- always free Details and registration click on the logo at the top of the page or visit our website at

WWW.SUNSERVE.ORG (or call 954-764-5150)


South Florida's Premier LGBT Social Service Agency Dedicated to meeting the needs of OUR community!
Sunshine Social Services, Inc.1480 SW 9th AvenueFort Lauderdale, Florida 33315Phone: 954-764-5150Email: madler@SunServe.org Help SunServe spread the word and send this email to your friends by clicking the box below





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In this moment in time where heroes are hard to find, Sean Penn rises like the star that he is. For whatever brief moment, everyone that listened heard the voices of many including me, that have not been heard yet, “WE HAVE TO HAVE EQUAL RIGHTS FOR EVERYONE!”

Thank you Sean Penn for not being afraid to speak for others and to stand up for your fellow brother. I can honestly say that your Oscar acceptance brought me tears of joy because it meant to me that there is hope behind all the injustices created against the GBLT community. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

I encourage all artist of any level to let their creativity promote equal rights for everyone (LOVE) and to be like Sean Penn, a voice for those not heard.







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Please let us know if you plan to go so we can meet in person.

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Rally in Tally for LGBT Equality

Monday • March 16, 2009 • Noon

Florida Capitol Building

It is time to…

• End legalized discrimination by adding sexual orientation and gender identity to Florida’s Civil Rights Bill

• End the anti-gay adoption ban that denies children the legal protections and security that come from being adopted.

• Create Statewide Legal Protections for Same-Sex Couples

• Expand Florida’s Hate Crimes Law

Economy:

Days Inn (850) 877-6121 3100 Apalachee Pky, Tallahassee, FL

This is a 2 star economy hotel that is very close to the Capitol. Includes an expanded continental breakfast with biscuits and gravy, waffles, cereal, etc. Please ask for the Equality Florida Rate of $45 plus taxes.
(Pete is the General Manager and he has personally guaranteed the rate.)

Mid-scale:

Hampton Inn-Central (850) 309-1300 2979 Apalachee Pky, Tallahassee, FL

This is a 2.5 star mid-scale hotel that always includes a free hot continental breakfast, and fresh-baked warm cookies everyday at 4pm!
March 15th has a rate of $129.00 and March 16th has a rate of $149.00. (This is their normal going rate)

Upscale, just a short walk to the Capitol

Doubletree-Tallahassee (850) 224-5000 101 S Adams St, Tallahassee, FL

This is a 3 star upscale full-service hotel with the ultra convenience of being just a short walk to the Capitol Building. Don’t forget their free signature warm chocolate chip nut cookies at check in!
Rates are $199.00 plus tax per night.

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Have you seen Milk?

WOW…what a film! If you have not gone to watch this movie, I strongly recommend you do! This movie is based on the real life story, it was created using recordings from a man named Harvey Milk, and he narrates his life in the gay community, going from being an everyday normal person, to being one of the most well known gay activists and politics.
Harvey recruited everyone and encouraged gays to come out of the closet “come out come out! Wherever you are…” and encouraged every gay to come out to their families, co-workers, and everywhere! So everyone would at least know someone who was gay. This has to be one of my favorite movies; it’s very inspirational and powerful! After watching this movie, I felt the urge to get out there and be loud, and fight for our rights! If they did it when it was such a hard and controversial time, and many gave their life for the cause, it’s not fair to keep quiet and let all their effort be in vein, today society is more accepting, but still, there is people out there who are in the closet…In my opinion this movie would inspire anyone to come out of the closet and fight for equal rights at any given opportunity!

I would love to hear what everyone else thought of the movie.

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In this journey called the human life where we are given a limited amount of time for self-exploration and self-realization sometime unanswered questions are placed in your path.

Things I do not understand….

How can some people limit their love to only a certain type of people, weather it be sex religion, sexual orientation, age, or race?

In what form or perfect person do you believe love should reside? Isn’t love formless?
We know love exists because we can feel it. Are we not expressions of love?

Then I found this beautiful video that summed all my questions in one….

Love is fearless and courageous it withstands all obstacles and transcends time, space, the material world, and the non-material world believes, traditions, and doctrines.

Spread the love. Human right for all! Start to in vision this world in your prayers, meditations, mantras, in your time alone of contemplation until this dream comes true.


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This video gave me goose bumps. I love it, I feel it express my feeling correclty. People like me are lost for words. All I want is to have a family that will be protected in the same manner as every one else’s family is in the United States.

We cannot solve a problem from the level of a problem instead we have to step outside of ourselves and see what will bring the greatest happiness to all. This man has managed to see beyond sex and color and seen what the concept is all about…. LOVE! JOIN US AT THE RALLY IN TALLY!



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Click on this HRC link and read why your should sign the petition and thank you letter to Obama

Go to:http://www.hrcactioncenter.org/campaign/robinson?rk=s1BvIopaZcpnW

Thank you!

Rally4equality is going to Tallahassee!
Please join me at the Rally in Tally!

A Rally in Tally for LGBT Rights on Monday, March 16. The rally will mark the start of our second annual Equality Florida Lobby Week. Come join us in Tallahassee for the rally, then stay and talk to legislators about why your family matters.

Yes, Equality Florida has made this great event to build support for bills that will:
• Repeal Florida's shameful ban on gay and lesbian adoption,
• Create domestic partnerships in Florida,
• Provide basic housing and employment protections to LGBT Floridians and
• End hate violence against all members of our community.

for more information please click the link.
http://eqfl.org/rallyintally/


Please let us know if your going so we can meet there. We will be posting transportation info soon.

Thanks to:

http://www.hrcactioncenter.org/actioncenter/events/lwordmiami/details.tcl

This is what CBS4 News posted from the protest:

http://cbs4.com/video/?id=68953@wfor.dayport.com

"S. Florida Gays Urge Obama to Back Gay Marriage
Jan. 10,2009, 11:20 p.m ET
Landmarks were lighted in blue following a day of protests urging President Elect Obama to back efforsts to prevent Gay Marriage bans"


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We wanted to thank Join the Impact for making this possible and for all those that together with Rally4equality came out and rallied for your rights. For all of you that were not able to make it there will be other events and we will be sure to post them here and at our myspace page.
Once again thank you and see you soon!


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Brenna's Speech


The Palace


Collecting Signatures



Equal Right to love

Equality Outfitters

Getting ready

Local Celebrity Pussila & Miami Beach Mayor Matti Herrera-Bower

Pussila & Mayor Matti Herrera-Bower

Marchingto City Hall

DOMA-Miami Beach Mayor Matti Herrera-Bower

DOMA Protest

DOMA Protest

The Palace

About 300 attendees

Mayor Matti Herrera-Bower & Local Celebrity Pussila - Marching


DOMA- Blue City Hall Miami Beach



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This is a beautiful video! Human Rights are for all. Gay, Straight, Black, or White, God does not discriminate. How many people are killed due to prejudice? How many more people have to suffer discrimination?

STAND UP FLORIDA! JOIN THIS SATURDAYS EVENT!

When: Saturday, January 10, 2009

Where: The "Old" Miami Beach City Hall1130 Washington Avenue Miami Beach 33139

Time: 5-7 p.m.

Adelante florida el estado de diversidad cultural....DALE QUE TU PUEDES!

No hay nada ni nadie que pueda contra el amor. "el que este libre de pecado que tire la primera piedra!"Los derechos humanos son para todos sin importar la religión, el color, o preferencia sexual. Toma tu pareja, familia, amigos y invitalos a un evento como ningún otro.

Cuando:Sábado, Enero 10, 2009

Donde:1130 Washington Avenue Miami Beach 33139

Hora: 5-7p.m.

http://impactflorida.ning.com/events/national-protest-against-doma

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