Tag Archives: Massachusetts

BOSTON: Scott Lively Shouted Down

Join The Impact MA sends us a photo and a press release. A crowd of approximately 75 tea party activists gathered round the bandstand on the Common to hear speakers representing groups like “Show ID to Vote,” “Newsbusters” and the Mass. Republican Assembly. From the outset about 20 protestors from Join the Impact MA stood along the edge of the …

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Scott Lively To Speak At Tea Party Rally

Hate group leader Scott Lively, who is being sued for crimes against humanity, will speak at a Tea Party rally on Patriot Day in Boston. According to the Boston Herald, Lively’s invitation to speak highlights the recent division among Tea Party factions who disagree on whether social issues should be at issue in the 2012 elections. “Where the north of …

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Ugandan Gays Sue Evangelist Scott Lively For Inciting The Murders Of Homosexuals

Hate group leader Scott Lively was today sued in Massachusetts court by a Ugandan LGBT rights group for inciting the persecution and murder of homosexuals in their country. Many observers lay Uganda’s still pending “kill the gays” bill squarely at Scott Lively’s feet. The lawsuit alleges that beginning in 2002, Mr. Lively conspired with religious and political leaders in Uganda …

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MASSACHUSETTS: Boston Residents Protest Appearance By Chris Christie

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MASSACHUSETTS: Lesbians Charged With Hate Crime For Assault On Gay Man

Three Massachusetts lesbians have been charged with a hate crime for assaulting a gay man as they shouted homophobic slurs. Their lawyer says the charge is ridiculous. “My guess is that no sane jury would convict them under those circumstances, but what this really demonstrates is the idiocy of the hate-crime legislation,” said civil liberties lawyer Harvey Silverglate. “If you …

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UMass Students React To Super Bowl

I wouldn’t quite call it a “riot,” but maybe throwing beer bottles at cops qualifies. Dumbassery on parade.(Tipped by JMG reader Chelsea)

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STUDY: Gay Marriage Improves Health?

A just-published study indicates that gay men who live in states with legalized same-sex marriage may have fewer health problems. During the 12 months after the 2003 legalization of same-sex marriage in Massachusetts, there was a significant decrease in medical care visits, mental health visits and mental health-care costs among gay and bisexual men, compared to the 12 months before …

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Scott Lively Preaches Hate

Pink Swastika author Scott Lively, whose ministry has been officially classified as a hate group by the Southern Poverty Law Center, preaches from his Springfield, Massachusetts coffee shop. You may recall that early this year Lively defended the hiring of a convicted pedophile to manage the shop, which caters to young people. Lively is widely thought to be one of …

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Will A Kennedy Replace Barney Frank?

Joseph P. Kennedy III is refusing to rule out a 2012 run at the U.S. House seat to be vacated by 16-term legend Rep. Barney Frank. Kennedy is the grand-nephew of JFK. “I think virtually everyone I know assumes at some point he’s going to be a candidate,” said Democratic strategist Michael Goldman. “No question he’s incredibly articulate. His entrance …

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NO BIG DEAL: Students Rally Around Suspended “Gay Porn” Teacher

The above tweet is a sample of student sentiment regarding the outing and suspension of a Boston-area English teacher after he was ambushed by Fox News for having performed in gay porn videos. Mediabistro reports: Students at a top-rated Massachusetts public high school are blasting WFXT and investigative reporter Mike Beaudet for confronting a teacher about his apparent porn star …

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BOSTON: Fox News Reporter Outs High School Teacher For Gay Porn Past

A reporter for Boston’s Fox News affiliate yesterday ambushed and then outed a local public high school teacher for his second career in gay porn. English department head Kevin Hogan, who reportedly performs under the name Hytch Cawke, has been suspended. The school released a statement saying. “We value the health and safety of our students,” and that “the school …

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Barney Frank Retirement Reactions

President Barack Obama “This country has never had a Congressman like Barney Frank, and the House of Representatives will not be the same without him. For over 30 years, Barney has been a fierce advocate for the people of Massachusetts and Americans everywhere who needed a voice. He has worked tirelessly on behalf of families and businesses and helped make …

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Occupy Scott Lively!

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Trans Rights Bill Passes MA House

Last night the Massachusetts House voted 95-58 to protect transgender residents from employment discrimination. As you’ll see below, it’s not a total win, but it’s something. The vote followed an hour-long debate. Lawmakers had earlier agreed to cut off the debate at 8:50 p.m., meaning many proposed amendments could not be considered. The bill was criticized by House Republicans as …

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MASSACHUSETTS: Holyoke Elects America’s Youngest Openly Gay Mayor

The Springfield suburb of Holyoke, Massachusetts has elected the nation’s youngest openly gay mayor. Alex Morse, age 22, had the backing of the Victory Fund. “Alex is a force of nature, and proof that young LGBT Americans are determined to live authentic lives as they build their careers. We’re incredibly proud of the campaign he ran,” said Chuck Wolfe, president …

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APPEALS COURT: 70 Corporations & Others File Brief In Support Of DOMA Suit

Filed in the First Circuit Court of Appeals in support of Massachusetts’ DOMA suit against the federal government. View the entire list, which also includes trade groups, employee associations, and civic organizations. (Via – GLAD)

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APPEALS COURT: 133 House Democrats File Brief In Support Of DOMA Suit

Filed in the First Circuit Court of Appeals in support of Massachusetts’ suit against the federal government. Read the entire brief. (Via – Good As You)

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MA Gov. Deval Patrick – It Gets Better

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Massachusetts Politicians – It Gets Better

Appearances by the entire Congressional delegation except Sen. Scott Brown.

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P-TOWN: Local News Covers Bear Week

(Tipped by JMG reader Mike)

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