Monday, June 20, 2011

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Boycott TARGET-Trump-NBC-FOX NEWS/Safe PICS For All Ages/ Keith Olbermann begins his show "Countdown with Keith Olbermann" on Current TV, this evening (Mon-Fri) beginning - June 20, 2011; 8PM EST. Personally, I will watch every one his shows that I can! Keith is the best in the news business. He does not BS! This is non-censured - Progressive Media that we need!

Alert: Target + Minnesota Forward + Tom Emmer = Support for a rather dangerous and radical political philosophy that diminishes LGBT people to pests that should be murdered. And "Target" is cool with this? in San Diego we peacefully canvassed customers near their stores. In return, TARGET is suing the LGBT community for voicing our right of FREE SPEECH! Now, Target lost in court! David beat Goliath! AWWW! Return everything you bought to TARGET and tell them why! ....Boycott TARGET!!!!!

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Support Is Key to `Coming Out' Process for Gay People: Study

The long-term impact of this step often depends on local community, researchers say.

June 20, 2011 - Doctors Lounge

MONDAY, June 20 (HealthDay News) -- For gay and lesbian Americans, the rewards of "coming out" often hinge on the support of the local community, a new study shows.

Research has shown that gays, lesbians or bisexuals who reveal their sexual orientation typically boost their self-esteem and experience less anger and depression. And the new study found that disclosing one's sexual identity makes people even happier than previously thought.

However, the benefits of coming out are limited to socially supportive settings, and may not apply to those exposed to hostile or judgmental environments.

"In general, research shows that coming out is a good thing," said the study's co-author, Richard Ryan, professor of psychology at the University of Rochester in a news release. "Decades of studies have found that openness allows gay people to develop an authentic sense of themselves and to cultivate a positive minority sexual identity."

The researchers pointed out however, that by making no distinction between the different environments in which people came out, previous studies underestimated just how beneficial revealing one's sexual orientation can be when done in a supportive setting.

In the same vein, these studies also failed to account for the detrimental effects of "coming out" among disapproving groups.

After questioning 161 lesbian, gay, and bisexual individuals, ranging in age from 18 to 65, about their experiences with friends, family, coworkers, school peers, and religious community, researchers found those who are open about their sexuality amid accepting groups reap psychological rewards.

Among hostile groups however, the stigma and consequences associated with identifying as lesbian, gay, or bisexual negate any benefits.

"Environment plays a huge role in determining when coming out actually makes you happier," according to Nicole Legate, a doctoral student at the University of Rochester in a news release. In more judgmental contexts, "those who come out may actually feel no better than those who conceal," said Legate.

The researchers noted participants most often kept their sexual orientation hidden in environments they described as controlling and judgmental. In fact, 69 percent of those interviewed still remained "in the closet" within their religious communities. Half of those questioned kept their sexual orientation a secret at school, 45 percent hid it from co-workers and 36 percent did not reveal their sexual orientation to their families.

"The vast majority of gay people are not out in every setting," said Ryan. "People are reading their environment and determining whether it is safe or not."

Among the most accepting groups for the gays, lesbians and bisexuals polled: friends. The vast majority, or 87 percent, reported feeling significantly less anger and greater self-esteem with friends than with any other group.

The study, published June 20 in Social Psychology and Personality Science, noted that "coming out" in some settings but not others has no effect on a person's mental health. The findings also stress the importance of creating environments that are accepting of all people, particularly gay, lesbian or bisexual individuals, concluded Ryan.
Take Action:
  • Boycott advertisers of Glenn Beck's radio show and his quest spots on Fox News. Glenn Beck is anti-gay rights. Update: Boycott Successful: Update 4/7/2011: Beck has been fired by FOX NEWS! Radio stations dropping Beck as well in several locations. Now, tell FOX to stop having Beck as a Guest.
  • Update: DADT has been repealed. President Obama has kept his promise!
  • Boycott Bill O'Reilly and FOX News and their advertisers. Bill discussed a French commercial by McDonalds that was meant to show that McDonalds is Gay Friendly. Bill said what is next? Is McDonalds going to be Al-Qaida friendly as well? Imagine - Bill O'Reilly compares Gays to Al-Qaida!
  • Boycott Arizona the home of "hater" - U.S. Senator John McCain. Arizona's Hateful anti-Immigration Law - encourages racial profiling and increases hatred towards minorities. A remedy: Demand Republicans to support Immigration Reform (The Dream Act). Further, Senator McCain voted against ending DADT and Blocked Immigration reform!
  • Boycott Target, Best Buy, Gold's Gym - for donating money towards anti-gay political candidates/organizations. Update: (12/26/2010): Target is continuing to donate to anti-gay groups/causes/politicians. Update 03/08/11 - Lady Gaga Ends Target Partnership, Reportedly Over Target's Poor LGBT Stance. Update 3/25/2010 - Target displays their hypocrisy and Sues California Gay Rights Group for Lobbying Outside Stores. Target is attempting to block the LGBT right of free speech! STOP SHOPPING AT TARGET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Update 4/8/2011: Target lost it's case to stop the LGBT from canvassing in front of their stores. A huge PR Disaster for TARGET! Perhaps Target should go out of business as they betrayed their investers and customer base. Target contributed massive funds to a politician who would like to exterminate gays. Now, Target can not stop us from Boycotting them, nor picketing, nor talking to customers near their stores; although, Target allows a anti-gay company such as the Salvation Army to stand outside their door and speak with customers and raise money. Isn't this a double standard?
  • End DOMA (Defense of Marriage Act). Prevents Federal employees and Gays in the Military from gaining equal benefits. Prevents Gay Partners from gaining equal benefits.
  • Pass ENDA (Employee Non-Discrimination Act). ENDA would prevent employment discrimination of LGBT workforce.
  • Boycott Salvation Army as they will not hire Gays! "DO NOT DONATE TO THEM."
  • BOYCOTT "Chick-fil-a" for donating to anti-gay marriage groups.
  • BOYCOTT KOCH INDUSTRIES PRODUCTS- to include their products: Angel Soft toilet paper / Brawny paper towels / Dixie plates, bowls, napkins & cups / Mardi Gras napkins and towels / Quilted Northern toilet paper / Soft 'n Gentle toilet paper / Sparkle napkins / Vanity fair napkins / Zee napkins / Georgia-Pacific paper products & envelopes / All Georgia-Pacific lumber & building products (INVISTA Products) / Lycra / Stainmaster Carpet. The billionaire - Koch brothers are ultra republican - tea bag founders/supporters that do not support causes of the LGBT community.
  • Boycott WALMART - The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, force criticized Wal-Mart for denying employee benefits to same-s-x partners and for failing to prohibit discrimination based on gender identity. By comparison, the group said two other chain stores with a strong presence in New York, Costco and Walgreens, did much better.
  • Remember David Kato, Gay activist - Uganda, who was slain because he is gay!
  • "Tune Out Trump", Boycott all Trump Hotel, casinos, holdings, The Apprentice and NBC Network! At CPAC, Trump said he is considering a run for president as a Republican. In a interview with the Des Moines Register, Trump added that he opposes all forms of legal recognition for gay couples, not just marriage. "They should not be able to marry," he said. So why does NBC keep the Apprentice when Donald Trump has stated he may run for president? After making racist remarks about Obama and recv'g public backlash, Trump decided not to run for president after NBC renewed his awful TV Show. How can NBC re-new the clown's show after he pulled such hateful shenanigans? Boycott NBC! Boycott advertisers of The Apprentice and Trump's other business's. Don't shop at any bullding with Donald Trump's name to include Trump Hotels, Casinos, Condo's, Offices, Shops! The Donald has expressed extreme Hatred towards gays and blacks with his birther remarks and anti-gay rhetoric. Remember how poorly Trump treated Rosie O'Donnel? Now we know why he did that! It was hate against a lesbian as we now know he is biget. Unforgiveable! Again, Dump NBC because they air/re-newed Donald Trump's "The Apprentice"! Now the Donald Claims the Long Form Birth certificate is a fraud. And NBC keeps this guy?
And Now, Our War of the Fittest!
This group is called "Peckers Pics." The English - slang definition of "pecker" is to pluck at the truth. Therefore, we peck at items such as Gay Men's Health, Male Fitness, Gay (LGBT) Politics & Issues. In this section you may peck at each photo in order to decide the winner of the "war of the fittest!" Whereas, you should select the guy that may inspire you to exercise and "get fit!" Warning: This may stoke you!

Your participation in discussion of health / news articles - appearing in this message is greatly appreciated.
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Nate Burkus
Nathan Jay "Nate" Berkus (born September 17, 1971) is an American interior designer. He runs the Chicago interior design firm Nate Berkus Associates and has been a regular guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show, offering design advice to viewers. May 25, 2010, was his last day on The Oprah Winfrey Show. His own show, The Nate Berkus Show, debuted in broadcast syndication September 13, 2010. It is co-produced by Harpo Productions and Sony Pictures Television.
 
In December 2004 Berkus and his partner, photographer Fernando Bengoechea, were vacationing at a beach resort in Sri Lanka when the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami hit. While Berkus survived, Bengoechea is missing and presumed dead.[4] Berkus appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show on January 17, 2005, to talk about his ordeal and the loss of his love. Berkus later became involved with a New York based TV/film producer and DJ; after nearly two years the relationship ended amicably and the two remain friends.
 
From 2007 to 2009 Berkus was in a relationship with Bally Shoe designer, Brian Atwood.[citation needed] On December 1, 2010, Nate underwent an emergency appendectomy in a New York Hospital.[citation needed]On January 24, 2011 Nate announced on his talk show that he is in a relationship with an architect and it will be 2 years into the relationship this summer. He also mentioned that they live together. On April 6, 2011 he mentioned on his television show that his partner's first name is Carlos, although he did not say his partner's full name on television since he prefers to be out of the spotlight.
 
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Travis Lane Stork
Travis Lane Stork (born March 9, 1972, in Fort Collins, Colorado) is an American emergency physician and television personality, best known for appearing on The Bachelor, and as the host of the syndicated daytime talk show, The Doctors.
 
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James Scott (born 14 January 1979) is an English actor.
His first major work in the United States was on the soap opera All My Children. Scott originated the role of Ethan Cambias in August 2004 and played it until February 2006. He has since moved on to Days of our Lives where he took on the role of EJ DiMera in May 2006.
 
Scott began his career working in the music industry, and later started acting in community theatre. Shortly after this, he made the move to London. While there, he studied at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA).
 
As time went on, he began to model for clothing companies. During a modeling trip to Los Angeles, he went to an acting class at the Ivana Chubbuck studio in Hollywood. The class inspired him to save money and make the move to Los Angeles. He studied acting for two more years before being cast on All My Children.
 
Scott is also credited as the camel from the Dasani Water advertisements. These advertisements were critically acclaimed, but failed to substantially increase sales of the bottled water. James Scott was known on set as "The Human Camel" because of his insistence and dedication to the art of method acting.
 
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Ricky Paull Goldin
Born January 5, 1965 (1965-01-05) (age 46)
San Francisco, California
Richard "Ricky" Paull Goldin (born January 5, 1965) is an American actor. He is currently in the cast of All My Children as Jake Martin since April 2008. He left Guiding Light as Gus Aitoro in April 2008.
 
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Game Over 2012 Wall Calendar - Robert G - April 2012
 
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Casting: Calendar Malemodel 2012
 
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Casting: Calendar Malemodel 2012
 
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Casting: Calendar Malemodel 2012
 
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German Cosmopolitan 2012 Calendar by Frank P. Wartenberg
 
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German Cosmopolitan 2012 Calendar by Frank P. Wartenberg
 
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Cosmopolitan 2012 Calendar by Frank P. Wartenberg
 
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German Cosmopolitan 2012 Calendar by Frank P. Wartenberg
 
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German Cosmopolitan 2012 Calendar by Frank P. Wartenberg
 
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German Cosmopolitan 2012 Calendar by Frank P. Wartenberg
 
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Eliad Cohen
 
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Folsom Street East- 28th Street between 10th & 11th Ave, Manhattan;
June 18, 2011
 
You Decide!
Toulouse Pride, France; June 19, 2011
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Vienna Pride, Austria; June 19, 2011
Vote on New York gay marriage may not be until mid-week
By Dan Wiessner - Reuters - Jun 20, 2011

ALBANY, New York -- Same-sex marriage is one vote away from approval in the state of New York, but the Senate's Republican majority on Monday once again delayed a vote on the controversial measure, citing concerns over exemptions for religious organizations.

Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos emerged from a closed-door meeting with Governor Andrew Cuomo and said amendments to the current proposal were being drafted.

"We're making sure the religious protections are solid and that they will stand," Skelos said.

Monday was supposed to be the last day of the legislative session, but leaders confirmed they would stay at the Capitol at least through Wednesday to work out deals on the marriage bill, as well as an extension of rent control laws for New York City and a cap on property tax increases.

Cuomo, a Democrat who has made gay marriage a top priority, introduced the bill, which is currently one vote shy of passage in the state Senate. The state Assembly approved the bill last week.

Advocates who cheered the marriage bill at the statehouse on Monday vowed to hold rallies until the bill passes, calling for another gathering on Tuesday.

"Together we will make sure that all New Yorkers will soon be able to marry the person they love," Stefan Friedman, spokesman for New Yorkers United for Marriage, said in a statement.

"We are heartened that there continues to be respectful and productive dialogue on the issue of marriage equality and believe we are getting close to a vote on the Governor's marriage bill."

But a large number of gay marriage opponents converged on the Capitol as well, calling for lawmakers to reject the proposal. Religious officials have said that allowing same-sex marriage will undermine the stability of the family unit.

If the bill is passed, it would make New York the sixth state to legalize gay marriage, after Massachusetts, Connecticut, Iowa, New Hampshire and Vermont. It would also be the most populous state to allow same sex marriage. Four states have civil unions. Gay marriage is specifically banned in 39 states.

The debate in New York has made same-sex marriage a key national issue ahead of the 2012 presidential election.
Every gay and lesbian person who has been lucky enough to survive the turmoil of growing up is a survivor. Survivors always have an obligation to those who will face the same challenges."

....Jake
 
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