Category: Politics

Politics

Let’s Redd Up City Hall: Vote Peduto

May 20, 2013 by

Maria of 2 Political Junkies has a spot on image.

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My Big Idea for the New Mayor as Published in the Post-Gazette

May 19, 2013 by

I was recently asked to contribute to a compendium piece in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette on “big ideas” for the next Mayor of Pittsburgh. Other contributors include economist Chris Briem, Cheryl Hall-Russell from Hill House Assocation, Jon Rubin from CMU and Leah Lizarondo of “The Brazen Kitchen” blog and more!

Politics

Pets Fur Peduto: Bill Peduto and Animal Welfare Policies

May 16, 2013 by

I was recently asked what Bill Peduto will do to address animal welfare issues when he is elected Mayor. While he has listed over 100 policy proposals on his website, there is no clear cut stance on animal welfare. So I gleaned a few suggestions you might want to consider. First, I have been informed […]

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ACLU in PA: LGBT Same-Sex Couples Survey

May 16, 2013 by

If you are a same-sex couple in Pennsylvania interested in discussing your relationship publicly as part of an advocacy project for marriage equality, please consider taking this survey. Tell us your story: It is the most powerful weapon to create change. Real couples with real stories will convince America that all relationships deserve equal protection […]

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On Our Way to San Jose … Hurrah!

May 14, 2013 by

Thank you for patiently supporting my quest to earn a scholarship to the Netroots Nation 2013 Conference – We did it! Yesterday, I learned that I was awarded one of the merit scholarships from Democracy for America’s NN13 competition. Five scholarships were awarded based on social media votes (I finished in 12th place out of […]

Politics

The Catholic Pro-Life Voting League Wants You To Take This Sheet Into the Voting Booth With You

May 10, 2013 by

Please click “like” or leave a comment if you “get” this. 

Politics

Delaware Offers Marriage Equality While PA Introduces “Marriage Protection” Amendment

May 8, 2013 by

Good job Delaware. I’m glad I’ll be spending a few days there this summer and promise to spend money! Meanwhile here in Pennsylvania, State Representative Daryl Metcalfe is caught up in the “let’s go back in time” Western PA groove and has introduced ANOTHER bill that would define marriage in our Constitution. It is  HB […]

Politics

Bill Peduto Unveils “Clean” Ad – This is Excellent

May 6, 2013 by
Bill Peduto Unveils “Clean” Ad – This is Excellent
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Why Does WESA Think Tony Norman Is the Go-To-Guy on LGBTQ Issues?

May 2, 2013 by

Remember when President Obama announced that he supported marriage equality?  Essential Pittsburgh’s choice to discuss what this meant? Post-Gazette columnist Tony Norman. Remember when Jason Collins became the first openly gay male active in the big four professional leagues? Essential Pittsburgh’s choice to discuss what this meant? Post-Gazette columnist Tony Norman. Now what does Tony […]

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LGBTQ&A: Matt Merriman-Preston Believes Politics Can Make It Better

April 29, 2013 by

An occasional series where we pose some questions to local LGBTQ folks (and Allies) to learn more about their personal experiences with LGBTQ culture. Click here for a complete list of all LGBTQ&A profiles. I can’t remember how/when I met Matt, but he is one of the first people to come to mind when I think […]