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Frank Perez

National Association of Black and White Men Together to Hold 40th Convention in New Orleans

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The National Association of Black and White Men Together (NABWMT) will hold its 40th Convention in New Orleans from July 21 to July 24. Scott Duty, Co-Chair of the convention, said, “NABWMT has been at the forefront of anti-racism initiatives, equality for all, and creating supportive environments for those interested in interracial relationships for over 40 years.” “The … [Read more...] about National Association of Black and White Men Together to Hold 40th Convention in New Orleans

Frank Perez Announces Candidacy for City Council

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Although it’s no secret, I am pleased to officially announce my candidacy for New Orleans City Council, District C.  District C incumbent Kristin G. Palmer is running for an At-Large seat on the Council, thus leaving the District C seat open. I’ve never run for office before but I’m no stranger to politics.  As a columnist, I’ve covered many issues concerning … [Read more...] about Frank Perez Announces Candidacy for City Council

Congo Square, City Hall, & the Municipal Auditorium

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City officials are stubbornly proceeding with Mayor LaToya Cantrell’s proposal to relocate City Hall to the old Municipal Auditorium despite fierce opposition from residents in Treme and other community advocates. Cantrell first suggested the proposal shortly after being elected.  In 2019, the administration commissioned a study that found the existing City Hall was … [Read more...] about Congo Square, City Hall, & the Municipal Auditorium

Book Review: The Deviant’s War: The Homosexual vs. The United States

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The Deviant’s War: The Homosexual vs. The United States.  Eric Cervini.  Farrar, Straus, Giroux, 2020.  512 pages.  $35 History is a series of causes and effects: A lie about voter fraud leads to bloody insurrection.  The murder of George Floyd leads to a national call for police reform.  The election of a black president leads to the election … [Read more...] about Book Review: The Deviant’s War: The Homosexual vs. The United States

Chess, Insanity, and the Historical Closet

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One of the challenges of recovering queer history from the closet is the fact that until recently, no one wanted to document their same sex desires.  To do so could result in being arrested, committed to a mental asylum, being fired from a job, being ostracized by family and friends, and in some cases, suicide.  This was certainly the case in the 19th Century. The … [Read more...] about Chess, Insanity, and the Historical Closet

It’s Time to Legalize Weed in Louisiana

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The Louisiana legislature is considering two bills that would legalize recreational marijuana use in Louisiana.  House Bills 524 and 243 (sponsored by Richard Nelson, R-Mandeville, and Candace Newell, D-New Orleans, respectively) were favorably reported to the full House by the House Criminal Justice Committee on April 27.  The House has already passed a bill which … [Read more...] about It’s Time to Legalize Weed in Louisiana

Queer Streets: LGBT+ Representation in New Orleans Street Names

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The New Orleans City Council Street Renaming Commission (CCSRC) recently issued a report that identified 37 streets named after Confederate generals, politicians, and other sympathizers of “the Lost Cause” and included suggestions for renaming those streets.  Noticeably absent in the suggestions for renaming these streets is any LGBTQ+ representation. The exclusion is odd … [Read more...] about Queer Streets: LGBT+ Representation in New Orleans Street Names

Legislature Targets Trans Youth

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The Louisiana legislature is back in session and has turned its horrifying attention to trans youth.  In its infinite ignorance, the legislature will consider four bills this session that would legally enshrine discrimination against trans youth.  The proposals are so draconian, they will certainly result in the death of more trans youth if passed. SB 104 would ban … [Read more...] about Legislature Targets Trans Youth

In New Orleans, Truth is Stranger Than Fiction

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Pardon my French, but a lot of tour guides in New Orleans are full of shit.  Those guides have never taken my Professional Tour Guiding classes. If you’ve ever spent any time walking the French Quarter or sitting outside a bar there, you already know.  I hear it all the time when I’m sitting on my balcony.  It never ceases to amaze me to learn of all the … [Read more...] about In New Orleans, Truth is Stranger Than Fiction