Houston Politics

Pioneer-in-Chief: How Obama opened the door for marriage equality

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Well looking back on it, we are now safe to assume that May 9th, 2012 will be a historical mile-marker in the history of GLBT Civil Rights. Sure, President Obama is one man, but he's also the President. His stance in support of same-sex marriage rights didn't change any laws, but it … Continue Reading ››
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Summer just got cooler in Texas… Galveston’s Pleasure Pier

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Now this is something we can all agree on... fun for kids of all ages!

According to Sid Kearney of the Houston Chronicle, Galveston's Historic Pleasure Pier is open just in time for Memorial Day weekend. It's a "soft opening" today with 13 of the 16 rides in operation. … Continue Reading ››
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Birther Bot: Republican Congressman Mike Coffman

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This Republican Congressman has now been revealed as a birther. Funny how eloquent he is in his speeches and previous interviews, but when confronted with this question, he seems to get "stuck"... Keep in mind that the United States Government is paying him to represent the … Continue Reading ››
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The ABCs of the GOP: C is for…

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Convoluted

The word Convolution has many different meanings. It could mean

1. a twisting together; a turn, twist, or coil
2. an intricate, involved, or confused matter or condition
3. any of the numerous convex folds or ridges of the surface of the brain.

Regardless of which meaning you … Continue Reading ››
Music Musings

RIP Donna Summer… and the Cancer fight

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Another shocking bit of news from the music industry today. TMZ reports that Donna Summer, legendary Queen of Disco, has died today at the age of 63. Summer, like so many of our loved ones, succombed to her battle with Cancer this morning. Her music and spirit will live on in the hearts of … Continue Reading ››
Houston Politics

The ABCs of the GOP: B is for…

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BULLYING

As the American people, we vote for our government officials, and we elect them to go to Washington to work on our behalf. The primary responsibility of of Congress is to make the nation's laws. But from the current philosophy of the GOP, you wouldn't know this. Their primary objective … Continue Reading ››

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