Calif. Legislature Passes Gay Civil Rights Act

(Link) All it needs is a signature from the Governator. “By adding sexual orientation, gender identity and marital status, California will continue to be at the forefront of ensuring equality for all.”

Japan: Where the Grrls Are

(Link) A handy guide to Japan's underground grrl bar scene and where to find the hangouts. Hello Kitty, indeed!

Scalia: Supreme Court Shouldn't Decide Gay Rights

(Link) Robed Right winger Antonin Scalia bemoans the focus on "judge moralists" -- and the shocking trend to "interpret" the Constitution.

Under the Wire, Into the Law Books

(Link) While the fundies are distracted by the marriage issue, less-publicized gay rights moves are quietly being passed into law.

Queer Count for this Year's Network TV Season is 16

(Link) Survey says, "If you're looking at network television to see a good cross-section of our community, you're not going to find it. What you will find is primarily gay white males."

Lesbian Film Sparks Free Speech Debate

(Link) It all started when a guy named Jihad failed to grasp the concept of deleting the spam email. Repression ensues!