i don't think you should be throwing out completely baseless accusations. "i can tell he uses words like 'poof' and 'fag' casually." you don't know this man, and unless you have actually heard those words come out of his mouth, perhaps you should refrain from insinuating that he uses them on a regular basis. -also, to say that america is not ready to accept the gay community because 'brokeback mountain' didn't win best picture is just idiotic. first of all, america doesn't vote for the oscars; they're awarded by a select few. secondly, the real reason it didn't win is because it really wasn't that good of a movie. and this brings up a point that someone else mentioned in these comments, which is that expecting to receive preferential treatment BECAUSE you are gay or feature gays is just as bad as being discriminated for those reasons. -same goes for adam lambert. maybe the reason he lost by a large margin is not because america isn't ready for a gay idol (keep in mind they never actual mentioned his sexuality on the show), maybe it's because they didn't like his style of screeching - i mean, singing. maybe they just preferred kris.-for GLAAD to go after a judge on a show that has always featured and applauded gay dancers is doing the whole community a disservice. all it does is further alienate the audience with whom you are trying to connect and gain acceptance.
i think she sounded awesome. yes, she was winded, but she was jumping up and down and running all over the place, which is one of the reasons no doubt has always been so fun to watch. she has amazing energy. gwen has never just stood there and sung a song - she's always upbeat and getting everyone into it. i think she rocked - and she looked awesome. i love that she went all old school with her hair and outfit. no doubt rocks! MUCH better than any of the other "artists" they've had on (daughtry? paula abdul? ruben studdard? gag.)
I am totally on your side, in the sense that I believe all people deserve to express their love freely and have access to the same rights, but there is a right way to get that message out. And you are not doing it the right way.
As one of the most highly visible openly gay activists out there right now, maybe you should seek counseling from reputable gay rights committees and organizations as to how best get the message out, and how best to elicit a positive response. You have the power to do a lot of good, and you are wasting it by being a fame-whoring blowhard who talks before he thinks.
This is just pathetic on so many levels. First of all, posting your own words as "Quote of the Day?" Lame. Secondly, how did this girl compromise your rights? She's an ignorant 21-year-old, and yes, it's wrong of her to think that gay couples don't deserve the same rights as straight couples. But it was her opinion. And her opinion holds no sway. She's not a politician, or a lawyer, or even a preacher. She's a damn beauty pageant contestant. Your rights, privileges, and protections were never threatened. However, I have to say that because YOU decided to turn it into such a firestorm, those who are in agreement with this girl are rearing their ugly heads and gearing up for a fight. And the way you handled it, berating her on national television, calling her vile names on your blog, you are really not making a good case for your cause. The people who were against gay marriage (or gays in general, as is often the case) will only now feel that their stance is justified after seeing your behavior.
mario, you're as bad as the bullies who no doubt picked on you in school. your favorite skank - dita von teese - is even paler than kiki dunst. and yet you think she's beautiful. why do you choose to bully certain celebs all the time? it's pathetically juvenile.
I am totally on your side, in the sense that I believe all people deserve to express their love freely and have access to the same rights, but there is a right way to get that message out. And you are not doing it the right way.
As one of the most highly visible openly gay activists out there right now, maybe you should seek counseling from reputable gay rights committees and organizations as to how best get the message out, and how best to elicit a positive response. You have the power to do a lot of good, and you are wasting it by being a fame-whoring blowhard who talks before he thinks.