May Flowers and ENDA’s Showers

I pulled a couple of well versed legal minds in to shed more light on the shared space concerns: “It’s problematic for employees who have transitioned prior to employment. As I read it, it means…

You’re Just A Tranny… And You Always Will Be

So we’ve got a trans-inclusive ENDA, time to celebrate! Or so I thought, till I actually looked at the language. Section 8(a)(3) CERTAIN SHARED FACILITIES- Nothing in this Act shall be construed to establish an…

The Man Who Would Be Jester

First he said: * “Homosexual transsexuals tend to have a short time horizon, with certain pleasure in the present worth great risks for the future.” * “Prostitution is the single most common occupation that homosexual…

Shemale Documentary or Christian Hit Piece?

I recently was asked to review the movie “American Beauties” by Groove Films. The description that came with the email gives you a slight clue that something is amiss here. “American Beauties (2005) is an…

Unity and Hope

In my recent post, Rose Colored Glasses, I had quite a few people respond here and on livejournal. Anyone familiar with the history of the trans-community and HRC (Human Rights Campaign) will know how contentious…

Where Did I Leave My Crow Bar?

The Journal of Lesbian Studies is calling for submissions to the upcoming “Lesbians and Body Image” issue. One of the questions really caught my eye: ” What differentiates body image situations where it is seen…

Your Serve Is Rather Weak

According to a Reuters report: “As Renee Richards, the world’s most famous transsexual athlete, looks back on her life, she has one regret — the fame she attained.” Dearest Renee, your 15 minutes of fame…