Joe.My.God. LGBT News

An NYPD officer fired for flashing his junk wants to be reinstated because it was never proven that an erect uncut penis looks like his, which is circumcised. The accuser, who is not named, “repeatedly stated and testified that she unequivocally and clearly saw the petitioner’s penis and it was uncircumcised,” the suit says. Hopper says he submitted evidence he …

Sullivan links this bit: According to the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University, only about one-third of all American charity–from individuals, foundations, and corporations–directly serves the poor, either within the United States or abroad. Year after year, religious organizations, typically local church groups, take home the biggest slice of American charity, even in the wake of major humanitarian crises.

Servicemembers Legal Defense Network Tonight, SLDN was pleased to hear President Obama acknowledge the contributions and sacrifices of our service members, including gay and lesbian Americans who wear our nation’s uniform. The repeal of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ would not have been possible without his vision and determination. And at SLDN, we are encouraged by his announcement of a new …

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Noticeably absent: Chris Christie. (Tipped by JMG reader Brian)

Today New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie called for a ballot measure to decide on same-sex marriage. Christie’s statement came during legislative hearings on the issue. He added that if any bill reaches his desk, he will veto it. Speaking in Bridgewater, NJ, Christie said that while he personally opposes gay marriage, he thought the correct course of action was for …

Mitt Romney’s just-released tax records reveals donations to viciously anti-gay hate groups. The Human Right Campaign reports via press release: The tax returns for Mitt Romney’s charitable foundation reveal that the GOP presidential hopeful has given at least $35,000 in recent years to groups actively working to halt the spread of LGBT equality and, in some cases, intentionally demonize LGBT …