The AggreGAYtor: July 28
What happened today in gay? Here’s your QILTBAG recap of queer news.
By David Estlund, 1:10PM, Mon. Jul. 28, 2014
Austin pays a visit to Oz, Saint Petersburg takes a break from hating, and homophobes smell vomit, as your AggreGAYtor eats some worms.
The Good
A new Oz-oriented musical, Bright Now Beyond,; premieres this weekend.
South Carolina couples will apply for marriage licenses Wednesday in a call for marriage equality.
Saint Petersburg, Russia hosts a successful Pride.
Masters of Sex includes a nuanced portrayal of homosexuality in a repressive era.
Marriage equality could mean more funding for domestic violence programs in Nevada.
The Bad
The disgust felt by homophobes is similar to watching people eat worms.
A Texas Tech student was fired from a local childcare business because of his “lifestyle choices,” but thankfully has chosen to speak out.
The Fugly
Science chose a problematic photo of headless trans sex workers for its cover.
It Came from the Tubes
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