Hey all. We've got a few things floating around for today.
Keith Olbermann Comments on Prop. 8
First off, we have a video of Keith Olbermann (a well-known commentator and host of Countdown with Keith Olbermann on MSNBC) spending a few minutes talking about Prop 8. Prop 8 has been in the news for a few days now, and living in New York we might find ourselves displaced from the action. But Olbermann has something to say about the issue, and has said it with a sincerity that I haven't seen in many people opposing the Proposition. Watch it for yourself below.
Yes, it may seem a bit angry and angsty, but I feel like the message coming from a straight man shows that it isn't just a fight for only the LGBT community over legality or religion or ideas, but a fight that should concern many more people. I think that he expresses the frustration felt by thousands of people across the nation who aren't in California and can't take direct action against the Proposition. And I think he helps say what many people I personally know would like to say, but can't because it would seem out of place or exaggerated or would even make them seem gay for caring. But I can tell you myself that it wouldn't be, it isn't, and it shouldn't.
Venga Boys - Boom Boom Boom Boom
Now, to lighten the mood a little bit, we have the Venga Boys' UK hit single Boom Boom Boom Boom. This has to be one of the most (stereotypically) gay-loving songs out there. But gay or not, you have to admit that this is a pretty great and fun song. And again, yes, the video is terrible, but how can you not have fun with this? Venga Boys were popular in the late 1990's (remember those times?) from the good ol' Netherlands.
Question for the GSA
Q. What does GLBTQQAA etc. Stand for?
A. Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Queer, Questioning, Asexual, and Allies. This acronym is ever-expanding, and not standardized. Sometimes, Transgender or Intersexual people are represented with an I or a T, and P and O (for pansexual, polyamorous, or omnisexual) can also be added in.
I guess that's all for today!
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This is amazingly moving.
ReplyDeleteIt kind of gives hope that the enitre world isnt as backward as we may think. Not just what he says, and the progress we as a country have actually made before but also just the fact that here is a straight man of the media who's public views will affect his carrer standing up and saying not only is Prop 8 wrong, but it is rediculous.
I also love how unscripted and real it is.
Thanks for finding/putting this up.
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he's right, thats all i can say
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