Posted by on 17 Dec 2008 by
Rena in
Netroots,
Politics and Government,
tin jesus
People for the American Way
… the sad truth is that this decision further elevates someone who has in recent weeks actively promoted legalized discrimination and denigrated the lives and relationships of millions of Americans.
Rick Warren gets plenty of attention through his books and media appearances. He doesn’t need or deserve this position of honor. There … read more »
Well, that was a brief hiatus, when I didn’t feel like crying or screaming every time I heard about the latest political news.
The inauguration hasn’t even taken place yet, and already, folks like me have been slapped in the face. At least with Clinton, it came after he was in office a few days.
So here’s … read more »
http://jointheimpact.wetpaint.com/page/Oklahoma+City?t=anon
LIGHT UP THE NIGHT FOR EQUALITY
DECEMBER 20, 2008 | 5PM – 8PM
On the Northwest corner of Reno and Mickey Mantle in Bricktown
Reno Ave & S Mickey Mantle Dr
Oklahoma City, OK 73104
WHAT IS IT?
On December 20th, we ask that you join us again for a nation-wide demonstration that will make an impact on the … read more »
Posted by on 19 Nov 2008 by
Rena in
Peace action,
Politics and Government
He’s not called “The Most Feared Man on the Hill” for nothing.
So here’s how, by aggressively pushing back over a $2,500 donation from one franchisee of an international fast food chain, one pissed off gay man got sexual orientation and gender identity added to the entire company’s employment policy. Said company sent a letter to … read more »
Posted by on 18 Nov 2008 by
Rena in
Peace action,
Politics and Government
Update on the Cinemark theater situation. A representative of the company has responded — inadequately. And a website has been created to organize and track the boycott.
Remember: No Milk for Cinemark!
Boycott Cinemark Facebook group
Look, I’m not married. I’ve never been married. I never wanted to be married — okay, maybe when I was five I played house or something, but once I was out of early childhood, I always knew I would never get married.
No, my parents weren’t divorced, married for over 60 years.
In a way, … read more »
Posted by on 17 Nov 2008 by
Rena in
Geekery,
Oklahoma,
Politics and Government
I’ve made this badge for the Join the Impact campaign (well, just edited and added the state name). You can get the code here.
If you are a supporter and have a site or blog, please add it, or to your forum sig. Whatever, if you’re in a position to do it, you know what to … read more »
In an earlier post about the Prop 8 backlash, I mentioned the fact that the CEO of Cinemark, which runs a chain of theaters, contributed thousands of dollars to the anti-gay Proposition 8 in California and a boycott was in order.
Is this kind of response over-reacting? Is it religious bigotry to fight back against … read more »
We’re going to have a special report later today about the Join the Impact! rally on the steps of city hall in Oklahoma City. but here are links to photos
DarlaJane’s Flickr set
Trey (one of the organizers) has some photos of OKC event at Towle Road (use the menu to check out the albums from Tulsa … read more »