The AggreGAYtor: February 13
What happened today in gay? Here’s your QILTBAG recap of queer news.
By David Estlund, 9:35AM, Thu. Feb. 13, 2014
Texas takes the gloves off, Kentucky has a black eye, and Dale Hansen becomes a household name, as your AggreGAYtor includes you especially in its feminism.
The Good
Texas’ marriage ban is now being heard in federal court, and it appears Texas hates both tradition and innovation.
In a similar case, a federal judge in Kentucky has chipped away at their marriage ban.
Dallas sports anchor Dale Hansen has an astounding take on gays in the NFL. (Video below)
Calling all the randy activists; there is a special announcement: you’re randy.
Maria Sharapova isn’t very good at her current job as reporter, but here’s a handy petition to help her out.
Amazon.com may soon sprout a queer streaming show, and while we’re at it, let’s all watch “Un Chant d’Amour.”
The Bad
The Boy Scouts of America controversy over inclusivity has caused a (probably temporary) membership downturn.
In Kansas, sincerely held beliefs, however that’s proven, rule the day.
The Fugly
As hard as NBC tries to avoid the topic, queer rights are a major blight on the 2014 Olympics.
It Came from the Tubes
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