Meet the Candidates: Washington's Brady Piñero Walkinshaw
This man could be the first out Latino congressman in our country’s history.
www.advocate.com/election/2016/11/02/meet-candidates-washingtons-brady-pinero-walkinshaw
Daily Archives: November 2, 2016
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Navy Commissions Research Ship Named for Sally Ride
Navy Commissions Research Ship Named for Sally Ride
The R/V Sally Ride, which bears the name of the late lesbian astronaut, will help save the environment through research-gathering voyages.
www.advocate.com/people/2016/11/02/navy-commissions-research-ship-named-sally-ride
Man Seeks Advice: Why Is Being Asian, Gay, And Effeminate Frowned Upon?
Man Seeks Advice: Why Is Being Asian, Gay, And Effeminate Frowned Upon?
He describes himself as “Asian,” “gay,” and “slightly effeminate.” And he wants to know why that’s so frowned upon.
Writing into Reddit, a man with the moniker silverkoss asks the community why he senses so much judgement and negativity simply on account of his personality and countenance.
Related: Is This Gay Asian Guy “Aesthetically Marginalized” Or Just Complaining?
“Asian cultures have a lot of emphasis on conformity and introversion,” he writes, “a contrast to Western cultures which are derived from Greek philosophy where extroversion and individualism are highly prized.”
Isn’t it reasonable to accept the fact that we Asians in general tend to be more demure? Why is this looked down upon? I find it beautiful. It’s a question I ask because recently someone close to me suggested that I should be “less Asian” if I wanted to be more accepted into the gay community…
Related: Bottom Shame With A Side Of “No Asian”: A Message For All You Racist Grindr Users Out There
Other Redditors were quick to offer their two cents.
“Asian men are slowly breaking barriers to finally get a seat at the ‘real men’s’ table,” writes theminja.
An example in popular cinema: the Asian character has always been relegated to tropes such as the innocent best friend, side kick, or bonafide martial arts expert….
That’s why it was a huge deal when John Cho (pictured) led the romantic comedy series Selfie on ABC: because he was playing the lead in a series in which he was the desired leading character.”
He later suggests that “when there is a gay, Asian, effeminate male thrown into that mix, it makes the outward progress in society for the Asian male a little harder.”
“I wish it weren’t true,” writes koiboyy, “but sadly ideals of femininity (and therefore lack of masculinity) deal with two large Asian-dominated stereotypes: introversion and physical stature.”
Related: Bottom Shame With A Side Of “No Asian”: A Message For All You Racist Grindr Users Out There
“I don’t believe in them,” he continues, “but I’ll write down how traditional society, or at least mass media, portrays these ideals.”
“As an Asian-American that’s lived in Asia, I don’t think these issues of self-worth will be resolved by moving to an Asian country,”qtUnicorn advises.
Westernization is rather global. Regardless of that, matters of self-worth can only [be] internally resolved… Once you’re more okay with your ‘feminine’ characteristics (which is, indeed, harder to do), you would probably care less if society said otherwise.”
“I am Asian, I’m gay, and I’m slightly effeminate,” writes bluesnofu. “This can be looked down upon in our masculine society because typically the man of the house is depicted as a tough, muscular individual.”
Related: Are Asian Men “Desexualized And Emasculated” By The Media? This Guy Thinks So.
“Physical stature is another thing,” suggests koiboyy. “Asians are stereotypically smaller in height and stature, and lighter in weight.”
“People categorize size with femininity, as history, time after time, shows us how women are represented as the lesser of a couple.”
Anything you’d like to add? Sound off in the comments below.
Trump Accuser, Lindsay Lohan, Beyoncé, Nick Denton, Beauty and the Beast, Bill Weld: HOT LINKS
Trump Accuser, Lindsay Lohan, Beyoncé, Nick Denton, Beauty and the Beast, Bill Weld: HOT LINKS
TRUMP ACCUSER. Jane Doe who accused Trump of raping her when she was 13 calls off news conference because of threats: “In the most recent suit, Trump’s accuser asserts that while she was exploring a modeling career in 1994, she attended a series of parties at the Manhattan home of prominent investor Jeffrey Epstein. She alleges that during those parties the real estate mogul raped her on several occasions, including one instance in which she says Trump tied her to a bed. Attorney and legal commentator Lisa Bloom announced earlier Wednesday that the woman would appear at Bloom’s Woodland Hills law office at 3 p.m. local time and apparently give up the “Jane Doe” pseudonym used in her recent suits.”
“We’re going to have to reschedule. I apologize to all of you who came. I have nothing further.” @LisaBloom press conference is off.
— Irin Carmon (@irin) November 2, 2016
My view of the press conference where the woman who says Trump raped her at 13 was scheduled to speak for the first time before canceling pic.twitter.com/R1fHMnLjn4
— Irin Carmon (@irin) November 2, 2016
WTF. Is going on with Lindsay Lohan’s accent? “Thomas Friedman’s dream of globalization has, at long last, been realized within Lindsay Lohan’s throat.”
People Are Losing It Over Lindsay Lohan’s New Weird Accent t.co/5mzMoykGZD pic.twitter.com/c8SbQ32RKy
— BuzzFeed News (@BuzzFeedNews) November 2, 2016
GAWKER. Nick Denton settles lawsuit with former professional wrestler Hulk Hogan for $31M. Hogan’s lawsuit was funded by homocon billionaire Peter Thiel: “After four years of litigation funded by a billionaire with a grudge going back even further, a settlement has been reached,” Denton said today in a online statement with “A hard peace” as its title. “The saga is over.”
RIDE SHARING. Pamela Anderson stars in anti-uber/Lyft PSA: “The message of Pam’s PSA is to warn people about the danger of getting into a vehicle with a random stranger that popped up on an app on your phone.”
SKINTIMATE. Jake Gyllenhaal talks about getting naked with Tom Ford.
TALE AS OLD AS TIME. Disney releases first images from its live action Beauty and the Beast remake.
WORD BUBBLES DON’T LIE. Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton summed up by how voters describe them.
DADDY LESSONS? Is Beyoncé going to be performing tonight at the Country Music Awards? “Sources at iHeartRadio have seemingly confirmed that Beyonce is going to perform, though the CMAs have not made anything official.”
EMAILS. President Obama weighs in FBI Director James Comey‘s vague letter to congress: “We don’t operate on innuendo,” said the President, clearly chastising the FBI Director although not mentioning him by name. He made his remarks in an exclusive interview with NowThis News, which was posted to Twitter Wednesday. “We don’t operate on incomplete information, President Obama continued. “We don’t operate on leaks. We operate based on concrete decisions that are made.”
2016 THINGS. Libertarian Vice-Presidential nominee Bill Weld went on Rachel Maddow to vouch for Hillary Clinton…but he’s still running against her.
RETIREMENT GIG. Vice President Joe Biden might be Ray Ban’s next sponsor.
HUMP DAY HOTTIE. DON RIGTERS.
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Trump Accuser, Lindsay Lohan, Beyoncé, Nick Denton, Beauty and the Beast, Bill Weld: HOT LINKS
Hillary's Biggest Gay Supporter Shares His Campaign Tales
Hillary's Biggest Gay Supporter Shares His Campaign Tales
Tom D’Angora has spent a good portion of his life trying to elect the first female president. In his own words, D’Angora talks about the wild ride and why he’s so committed to team Clinton.
www.advocate.com/election/2016/11/02/hillarys-biggest-gay-supporter-shares-his-campaign-tales
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‘Showgirls,’ ‘Take Me To The River’ and Other Films Streaming in November
‘Showgirls,’ ‘Take Me To The River’ and Other Films Streaming in November
Looking for something to stream while you Netflix and chill? Check out our picks for new additions to streaming services this month below, including Showgirls, Charlie’s Angels and Take Me To The River.
The Addams Family (1991) and Addams Family Values (1993), available on Hulu and Amazon November 1
Halloween may be over, but this pair of creepy, kooky features is always in season. The campy comedy comes fast and furious as Anjelica Huston, Joan Cusack and Christina Ricci give some of their most deliciously deranged performances.
Showgirls (1995), available on Hulu November 1
One of the most important films in the gay cinema canon (sorry, The Boys In the Band), the seminal story of Nomi Malone’s journey from “different places!” to thrusting it at the Stardust hits Hulu this month.
Charlie’s Angels (2000) and Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle (2003), available on Hulu November 1
All the ladies who independent, throw your hands up for these perfect little time capsules of early-aughts fashion and flair. Lucy Liu, my girl Drew (Barrymore) and Cameron D(iaz) fight for their destiny as the titular trio of secret agents.
Batman Returns (1992), available on HBO November 1
Part “Express Yourself” Madonna, part “Human Nature” Madonna, has there been a comic book action flick character that makes you want to scream YAS KWEEN more than Michelle Pfeiffer’s Catwoman? Burton’s last Bat flick uses just enough of the campy affectations that Joel Schumacher would later overindulge in. It’s also dark without becoming as joyless as Christopher Nolan’s recent trilogy.
Take Me to the River (2015), available on Netflix November 12
For less casual viewing, cue up this tense drama about a Nebraska family reunion run off the rails. The indie film follows a gay teen from California trying to relate to his midwestern extended family. However, a mysterious incident with a young cousin cast a dark and disturbing shadow over the rest of their time together.
What are you streaming this month?
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Hillary Clinton Fires Back at Trump Hecklers (Video)
Hillary Clinton Fires Back at Trump Hecklers (Video)
www.advocate.com/election/2016/11/02/hillary-clinton-fires-back-trump-hecklers-video
Um, Can Somone Explain Why Lindsay Lohan Is Talking In This Weird New Accent?
Um, Can Somone Explain Why Lindsay Lohan Is Talking In This Weird New Accent?
Gootsh evenenink.
Lindsay Lohan has adopted a new, stridently vampiric accent, and people want to know why.
Perez Hilton posted the below Tweet earlier today that features beguiling new video footage at the launch of Lohan’s brand-new nightclub — and the launch of her brand-new vampire-on-smack intonations:
#LindsayLohan has a new speaking accent/mannerism – and it is the most odd and fascinating thing!! Watch HERE! t.co/jOGRRXg2lG pic.twitter.com/9beQWIspSQ
— Perez (@ThePerezHilton) November 1, 2016
To our ears, it really sounds like a cross between this:
And this:
The Twitter minions have taken notice:
Lindsay Lohan inventing an accent might be the most iconic thing I’ve seen in my life
— thizz or die u beezy (@Mathew_BAMF) November 2, 2016
Lindsay Lohan has been speaking in a strange new accent. She says the accent is the result of many influences, notably drugs and alcohol.
— Will Presti (@WillPresti) November 2, 2016
@lindsaylohan pic.twitter.com/8fzR5ywtE3
— Alexandra O’Connor (@alexoconnorx) November 2, 2016
And Lindsay Lohan has noticed they’ve noticed:
@DailyMailUK what should I call my new accent? I’m thinking #LILOHAN
— Lindsay Lohan (@lindsaylohan) November 1, 2016
She tells The Daily Mail that “it’s a mixture of most of the languages I can understand or am trying to learn. I’ve been learning different languages since I was a child. I’m fluent in English and French can understand Russian and am learning Turkish, Italian, and Arabic.”
Gootschbi pher now, Queerphee weedurs.
h/t: Buzzfeed
