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A few transgender characters have recently appeared in Prairie Home Companion skits, I haven't found these characterizations very flattering to transpeople. You can hear the shows I cite (and read scripts) at their online archive, search by date to find… more »

I've given considerable thought to the economic crisis and have come up with a solution for creating new jobs that will also effectively deal with another important issue. I've been following various news reports and blogs from sources as diverse as the… more »

A few days after celebrating New Year's Day, as marked by our modern calendar, I would like to reflect a bit on the past year and think ahead to the coming year. I've had my ups and downs, but overall, it was a pretty good year. I can't complain, howeve… more »

As always, this is a difficult day. I've been aware of Transgender Day of Remembrance since its first year, and have always commemorated it in some way each year. Sometimes attending an event if there was one in my region, often lighting a candle at hom… more »

Like many LGBTIQ Americans, I was both elated and devastated by the election results this past week. I am absolutely elated that President-elect Barack Obama won the election. I feel like a great weight has been lifted from our collective shoulders and… more »