Monthly Archives: October 2010

Race and Beyond: Danielle and Aisha Profiled On The Essence of Marriage

The Center for American Progress profiled Danielle and Aisha’s relationship after its inclusion in Essence and the historic appearance of their lesbian wedding in the magazine. Over the course of any given month, countless couples get married in an infinite number … Continue reading

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Lives Unfinished

And so, in the past few weeks several young people have taken their lives. Why? Because of all of us! Kids learn how to treat others by watching adults …and you know what we’ve shown them? That it’s OK to hate, and that anyone that is different than you is less than. Our children are mirrors of society for better or for worse. The rise in teen suicides resulting from bullying is a monument to this nation’s intolerance and scorn for difference.
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