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The documentary has been described as “the single most destructive hour of anti-gay propaganda in our nation’s history.”? – #Repost @carternewyork ・・・ Repost from @lgbt_history #mikewallace – “Homosexuality is an enigma. Even in this era of bold sexual mores, it remains a subject that people find disturbing, embarrassing, and there’s reluctance to discuss it. Yet there is a growing concern about homosexuals in society, about their increasing visibility. In preparing this broadcast, CBS News commissioned a survey by the Opinion Research Corporation into public attitudes toward homosexuality. We discovered that Americans consider homosexuality more harmful to society than adultery, abortion, or prostitution; we shall present other results of the survey later in the broadcast and we shall investigate some of the medical, legal, and social aspects of homosexuality. . . . . “They frequent their own clubs and bars and coffeehouses where they can act out in the fashion that they want to . . .” – “CBS Special Reports: THE HOMOSEXUALS,” hosted by Mike Wallace, March 7, 1967. c/o @cbsnews. . On March 7, 1967, fifty-three years ago today, CBS News aired “The Homosexuals,” a controversial documentary that was one of the first national television programs to attempt to portray “the plight of the homosexual” in a neutral manner. Despite any efforts at neutrality, however, the documentary has been described as “the single most destructive hour of anti-gay propaganda in our nation’s history.” . Although gay men like Frank Kameny, Jack Nichols, Lars Larson, and Gore Vidal spoke positively on behalf of “the homosexual community” (which apparently meant only the gay male community), prevailing stereotypes were presented as objective fact by host Mike Wallace and anti-homosexual “experts” like Dr. Charles Socarides. . “The average homosexual, if there be such, is promiscuous,” Socarides said. “He is not interested or capable of a lasting relationship like that of a heterosexual marriage. . . .The pick-up, the one night stand, these are characteristics of the homosexual relationship.” #lgbthistory #haveprideinhistory

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March 09, 2020 at 03:48PM

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Joe Dill, a councilman in Greenville County, South Carolina, has introduced a proposed ballot measure that would allow voters to weigh in on an anti-gay resolution originally passed in 1996. The resolution states “that lifestyles advocated by the gay community should not be endorsed by government policy makers, because they are incompatible with the standards to which this community subscribes.”

Voters May Decide Whether to Declare This South Carolina County an LGBT-Free Zone (VIDEO) – Towleroad Gay News
Last month, numerous outlets reported that one-third of Poland is now an “LGBT-free zone,” which means local municipalities have passed resolutions “against LGBT propaganda” and “pro-family.” Now, believe it or not, voters in one U.S. county may decide whether to do effectively the same …
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March 08, 2020 at 12:00PM

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“No one should be made to feel wrong for who they are — especially not a child,” said Gov. Ralph Northam of Virginia, who was joined by his wife, Pamela, at the Richmond Public Library on Tuesday.

Virginia Is First Southern State to Ban Conversion Therapy for Minors
Gov. Ralph Northam signed a bill prohibiting medical professionals from using the widely discredited practice on minors.
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March 07, 2020 at 01:00PM

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Sharing a concise resource. For the latest up to date science and research on our transgender loved ones.

Transgender Science & Laws: Best Available Evidence
American Psychiatric AssociationAmerican Medical AssociationAmerican Psychological AssociationAmerican Academy of Family PhysiciansAmerican College of Nurse MidwivesNational Association of Social WorkersNational Association of School Psychologists
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Sign up for the event: https://ift.tt/2V4356w PFLAG Johns Creek and Karate Atlanta bring you a safety and self-defense workshop for LGBTQ+ and allies. WHEN: Sunday, March 22 2:30 – 4:00 PM WHERE: Karate Atlanta Alpharetta 8465 Holcomb Bridge Rd Alpharetta, Georgia 30022 We want the LGBTQ+ community to feel empowered and able to handle any potential situation, how to diffuse situations before they become unsafe, and how to be aware of potential dangers before they happen. Safety and self-defense classes can be a helpful tool in allowing people to feel more confident, secure and safe in every day life. We are suggesting a $10 donation for each participant to cover the cost of the event, please donate what you feel comfortable.

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PFLAG Johns Creek and Karate Atlanta bring you a safety and self-defense workshop for LGBTQ+ and allies.

WHEN:
Sunday, March 22
2:30 – 4:00 PM

WHERE:
Karate Atlanta Alpharetta
8465 Holcomb Bridge Rd
Alpharetta, Georgia 30022

We want the LGBTQ+ community to feel empowered and able to handle any potential situation, how to diffuse situations before they become unsafe, and how to be aware of potential dangers before they happen.

Safety and self-defense classes can be a helpful tool in allowing people to feel more confident, secure and safe in every day life.

We are suggesting a $10 donation for each participant to cover the cost of the event, please donate what you feel comfortable.

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Join PFLAG Johns Creek for a special education event TRANSGENDER MEDICAL CARE WHEN: Tuesday, March 17, 2020 7 – 8:30 PM WHERE: Johns Creek United Methodist Church 11180 Medlock Bridge Road Johns Creek, GA 30097 3rd Floor – “Agape Room” Guest Speaker: Izzy Lowell, MD, MBA (she, her, hers) Dr. Lowell is known throughout the Southeast as one of the best doctors for transgender children, teens, and adults. She founded a practice called Queermed that specializes in affirming health care and hormone therapy for the transgender community. Dr. Lowell will discuss: • how to better understand the gender expansive experience • expert opinions regarding when and how best to transition if desired • best medical care standards and approaches for individuals who decide to transition • what to expect during medical transition We will leave time for Q&A after her presentation. PLEASE NOTE: Our regular scheduled support group meetings will meet as usual during the same time as the education event for those who need support or wish not to attend the education event. We hope you will join us for this special education event.

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special education event
TRANSGENDER MEDICAL CARE

WHEN:
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
7 – 8:30 PM

WHERE:
Johns Creek United Methodist Church
11180 Medlock Bridge Road
Johns Creek, GA 30097
3rd Floor – “Agape Room”

Guest Speaker: Izzy Lowell, MD, MBA
(she, her, hers)

Dr. Lowell is known throughout the Southeast as one of the best doctors for transgender children, teens, and adults. She founded a practice called Queermed that specializes in affirming health care and hormone therapy for the transgender community.

Dr. Lowell will discuss:
• how to better understand the gender expansive experience
• expert opinions regarding when and how best to transition if desired
• best medical care standards and approaches for individuals
who decide to transition
• what to expect during medical transition

We will leave time for Q&A after her presentation.

PLEASE NOTE: Our regular scheduled support group meetings will meet as usual during the same time as the education event for those who need support or wish not to attend the education event.

We hope you will join us for this special education event.

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PFLAG JOHNS CREEK invites area LGBTQ teens and their teen friends/allies to our Teen Social Event! WHEN: Saturday, March 7 (1st Saturday of Each Month) 7:30 – 10 PM WHERE: Alpharetta Presbyterian Church 180 Academy Street Alpharetta, GA 30009 (Downtown Alpharetta) Enter through the main entrance. A volunteer will greet you. Hang out! Have fun! BE YOURSELF! All in a safe & affirming space. We’ll play some cool games and do some fun activities! Wear comfy clothes because we’re going to be active! Food and drinks provided! 8th grade and up; minimum age = 13. $5 donation per person requested at the door. Adult chaperones will be with the teens at all times. PARENTS: No curb drop-off! Check-in is required at the door for everyone (teens and adults). Teens must be checked in by a parent/guardian. Parents/Guardians are invited to stay and join the adult group for casual snacks & conversation during the Event. But staying is not required. However, check-in is required. Again, no curb drop-off! IMPORTANT: Anyone under the age of 18 must sign a Parent/Legal Guardian Permission Form & Waiver & Youth/Teen Acceptance Form at each event check-in. Both parent/guardian AND youth/teen MUST sign the form. Completed and signed form is required for admission to each Event. Form link: http://bit.ly/2Vh9V5s

from Instagram: https://ift.tt/39oauSa PFLAG JOHNS CREEK invites area LGBTQ teens and their teen friends/allies to our Teen Social Event!

WHEN:
Saturday, March 7
(1st Saturday of Each Month)
7:30 – 10 PM

WHERE:
Alpharetta Presbyterian Church
180 Academy Street
Alpharetta, GA 30009
(Downtown Alpharetta)

Enter through the main entrance. A volunteer will greet you.

Hang out! Have fun! BE YOURSELF! All in a safe & affirming space.

We’ll play some cool games and do some fun activities!

Wear comfy clothes because we’re going to be active!

Food and drinks provided!

8th grade and up; minimum age = 13. $5 donation per person requested at the door.

Adult chaperones will be with the teens at all times.

PARENTS: No curb drop-off! Check-in is required at the door for everyone (teens and adults). Teens must be checked in by a parent/guardian.

Parents/Guardians are invited to stay and join the adult group for casual snacks & conversation during the Event. But staying is not required.

However, check-in is required. Again, no curb drop-off!

IMPORTANT: Anyone under the age of 18 must sign a Parent/Legal Guardian Permission Form & Waiver & Youth/Teen Acceptance Form at each event check-in.

Both parent/guardian AND youth/teen MUST sign the form. Completed and signed form is required for admission to each Event.

Form link: http://bit.ly/2Vh9V5s

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