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Volume 1. Issue 2 • August 1993
Features
WHY ARE WE GAY? 17
The Coffee Ceiib
Lesbian Literature, Music, Movies & More 25
Are You Hot Tempered? 28
What A WoiuLD, What A Worud
Humor by Comedian Nancy Ford 22
A Feminist PERSPEcnvii
Women & Politics 38
MoISTHEY FEiHtlRES
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15 Dear Agnes•27 Poetry
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To The Editoi*
§21.06 UPDATE
Dear Editor,
We ail know about 21.06: It is,ofcourse,the
"sodomy law" or the "anti-sodomy law,"
and it criminalizes private,consensual sexual
relations between individuals of the same
gender.
The Texas Human Rights Foundation is
sponsoring a law suit which contends that
news about the forefront of that movement.
With the Hawaii Supreme court's decision
declaring the state ban against same-sex
marriage unconstitutional unless the state
can prove a compelling state interest, Ha
waii is on the crest of being the first state to
legally recognize same-sex marriages.With
this will come the entitlement of over 100
this law is unconstitutional. The Lesbian/
civil rights and privileges previously denied
to lesbian & gay couples; health care ben
efits, survivorship laws and tax deductions
Gay Rights Lobby of Texas, under the lead
to name a few.
ership offormer Executive Director Laurie
Eiserloh, mounted a formidable challenge
But to secure these rights we need mainland
help. As can be expected the fundamentalist
fanatics have landed and are spreading mis
information about the implications ofsame-
to this statute in the legislature this past
session.(The Texas Human Rights Founda
tion was not involved in the legislative
challenge,just as the Lobby is not involved
in the law suit challenging §21.06.) Al
sex marriage. We must counter their non
though the Senate voted to take §21.06 out
of the revised penal code, ultimately the
statute was kept in. Now, our hopes of
defeating §21.06 lie with the law suit,
through the courts.
(HERMP),c/oGLCC of Hawaii, 1820 Uni
The Texas Supreme Court heard oral argu
ments on January 5, 1993, and we all have
been anxiously awaiting theirdecision. Well,
we get a little break.
The court recessed for the summer on June
sense.
Those interested in joining the forefront of
the marriage rights pursuit should contact
the Hawaii Equal Rights Marriage Project
versity Ave. #8, Honolulu, HI 96822. Or
contact HERMP by calling(808)951 -7000.
We are an all-volunteer, tax-deductible,
501(c)(3)group.It is really a great grassroots
organization, very dedicated to promoting
our loving relationships. And EVERY
CENT goes directly to legal costs and edu
30, and will not reconvene to hand down
cational efforts.
decisions until September.
Frustrating isn't it? Well, at least we can
Thank you for the continued work of your
publication in keeping our community in
relax for awhile ...
formed and active.
The Texas Human Rights Foundation would
like to thank everyone for their continued
support of the law suit. We'll keep you
Joe Melillo/Patrick Lagon
posted.
Suzy Wagers
Plaintiffs, HERMP lawsuit
Director of Development
Texas Human Rights Foundation
With aloha,
Ninia Baehr/Genora Dancel
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HAWAII NEEDS HELP
Dear Editor,
As you have noted in your publication over
the pastfew months,there are some exciting
projects going on throughout the nation to
secure the legal rights of same sex couples.
We are writing to share some important
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The ISTews
From Around the Region,the Country & the World
Don't Ask, Don't Tell,
someone from military service, this should
curb at least some of the witch hunts which
Don't Pursue
AUSTIN -Laurie Eiserloh, Executive
have gone on in the military."
"I'm also pleased that recruits are not asked
President Clinton's policy on lesbian and
about their sexual orientation upon entering
the service.This is an improvement,although
of limited significance, because so-called
gay people in the military, yet called it an
"homosexual acts" are still disallowed in
improvement over the old policy.
"The new policy which prohibits lesbian
and gay soldiers from stating their sexual
orientation and prohibits so-called
the military."
"Probably the biggest improvement in this
policy is that attending a gay pride march or
visiting a gay bar is not in itself a reason for
"homosexual behavior"
separation from the service. Considering
the restrictiveness in the rest of the policy,
Director of the Lesbian/Gay Rights Lobby
of Texas expressed disappointment over
on or off base
invades the privacy of lesbian and gay
people."
"It is understandable why the military, like
this is once again a limited victory."
As for President Clinton and his role in
any other employer, would seek to prohibit
making this policy, Eiserloh had this to say,
sexual behavior — whether homosexual or
heterosexual — while soldiers are busy at
"No other American President has done so
their jobs. By the same standard, it is
discussion that this policy has initiated is
ludicrous for the military to allow
heterosexual soldiers to engage in sexual
behavior while off-duty and prohibit the
same off-duty behavior for lesbian and gay
compromise he has left us with has done
much for lesbian and gay rights. The public
almost more important than the policy itself.
Nevertheless,Clinton did notfollow through
on his campaign promise and the so-called
people.This has no effect on how we perform
very little for our community. Frankly,I'm
as soldiers."
pretty disappointed."
Eiserloh also had some criticism for the
"don't ask,don't tell" policy."This policy is
ridiculous. In job situations, people talk
about their private lives — the movie they
went to over the weekend, the color they
"I expect that this policy will be challenged
painted their house, that sort of thing.
yet."
Sometimes in these conversations, people
talk about significant others in their lives.
Why should lesbian and gay people be
in court on the grounds that it violates the
right to privacy, the First Amendment,and
the equal protection clause of the United
States Constitution. This battle isn't over
Nevada Sodomy Law
prohibited by law from engaging in this sort
Repealed
of friendly workplace talk, which plays an
important role in building workplace
CARSON CITY, NV - Nevada Governor
camaraderie, while heterosexuals can say
whatever they want?"
However,Eiserloh did find some good points
in the policy."I am pleased that the military
now must have actual proof of so-called
"homosexual acts" in order to separate
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Bob Miller has signed into law a bill to
repeal Nevada'ssodomy statute.This marks
the first legislative repeal of a sodomy law
since 1986, when the U.S. Supreme Court
ruled in Bowers vs. Hardwick that
homosexual sodomy is not constitutionally
protected.
First-yearNevadastate senator Lori Lipman
Brown introduced the bill to repeal the
sodomy law in the state senate. The 82 year
old law was previously amended in 1977 to
apply to sexual activity between members
of the same sex only. The repeal measure
faced heated opposition during judiciary
committee hearings including testimony
from out-of-state "expert witness," Paul
Cameron, a disbarred psychologist.
Judy Corbisiero of Nevadans for
Constitutional Equality said, "This effort
[to repeal the sodomy law]proved that when
the gay community in northern and southern
Nevada pull together we can make things
happen."
After a grueling lobbying effort led by
Corbisiero and Kevin Kelly of the Nevada
Association of Criminal Justice, the repeal
measure passed both chambers by more
than a two to one ratio. Lee Plotkin, a
member of the Las Vegas Lesbian and Gay
Pride Committee who also lobbied for the
repeal, said, "We developed a formula to
make this effort work." He added,"If it can
work in Nevada, it can work anywhere."
Come Our to Clinton
DENVER, CO - The formation of a new,
Colorado based, multi-purpose national
organization has been announced. The
"Come Out To Clinton Campaign," is a
national effort, committed to supporting
President Clinton to end the military ban
against gay & lesbians (see story above)
and encouraging the passage of a federal
civil rights bill for everyone.
The goals of the right wing extremists are
becoming more and more apparent. With
passage of Amendment 2 in Colorado that
legalizes discrimination based on sexual
orientation and with many similar measures
being voted on across the country, it's
apparent that something must be done on a
national level regarding the basic human
rights of lesbians, gays and bisexuals.
The goals of the "Come Out to Clinton
Campaign" are twofold: Primarily,the goal
is to make it simpler than ever to have
everyone's voice heard in the nation's
capital, more specifically: to generate and
send letters of encouragement to President
Clinton reminding him that we're here and
that without our vote, he wouldn't be
President! Secondly, the money raised
through the efforts will be donated to various
gay and lesbian organizations nationally
and locally.
Letters to President Clinton are generated
and sent when you call 1-900-285-5462.
The cost of the call is $2.90 per minute
(average call is 2 minutes) and will appear
on your phone bill. You will be asked to
leave your name and phone number(which
will be held in strictest confidence), and
your letter to the President will go out the
next day.
Hawaiian Saivie-Sex
Marriage Ruling
Stands
HONOLULU, HI - Reaffirming its
commitment to equal rights, the Hawaii
Supreme Court recently turned down the
State Attorney General's request to
reconsider its May 5 ruling that said that the
State's refusal to issue marriage licenses to
same-sex couples is unconstitutional. In
answering the State's request for
reconsideration, Hawaii's highest court
made clear that the State must prove a
"compelling interest"orlift the ban on same-
sex marriages.The court's most recent edict,
which was supported by the majority of the
court, means that other states will be able to
use the May 5 ruling in efforts to legalize
same-sex marriage elsewhere.
Hawaii supporters ofequal rights hailed the
May 5 ruling as a victory for all people
wishing toend gender-based discrimination.
"We're overjoyed and we couldn't be more
pleased, and we now expect to prevail
ultimately on the issue of gay marriages,"
said Dan Foley, attorney for the three gay
couples who filed the original lawsuit against
August'93 • Dimensions • Page 9
The Expo will feature nearly 50 workshops,
the state as part of the Hawaii Equal Rights
Marriage Project(HERMP).
A final decision is expected to be made by
the Hawaii Supreme court within the next
two years. The legal bill for this fight is
already $25,000and growing.Help is needed
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Sports Careers, Publishing, Acupuncture,
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Sex Life."Panel discussions will be held on
c/0 GLCC, 1820 University Ave #8,
the music business, professionals in sports,
Honolulu, HI 96822.
health & wellness, "Secrets of Successful
Businesswomen" and "Movie Makers and
2500 Women to
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LOS ANGELES- Valerie Clark's Maverick
Productions,LA's premiere women's event
organizer,will presentPhoenix Rising Expo,
a weekend conference for women in the
industries of entertainment, sports &
business beginning August 20th at the
Westin Hotel — LA Airport.
seminars entertainment events and exhibits.
Workshops topics include Screen writing.
Shakers." Entertainment will include
comedy shows, women's films, dance
parties, art gallery tours and live concerts.
Preregistration discounts are available
through August 13th. Special hotel rates of
$99 are available with preregistration.
Registration information can be obtained
from Maverick Productions at P.O. Box
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A Monthly Listing Of Special Events All Around The Area
DALLAS - Are you into gardening?
Whether it's flowers, vegetables orjust
house plants, you'll want to check out
the new Gay and Lesbian Gardeners
club.They meet in private homes on the
SAN ANTONIO - If you are interested
in learning more about Goddess
worship, contact the San Antonio
Circle ofthe Reformed Congregation
of the Goddess (RCG Circle), P.O.
firstSunday ofeach month.For meeting
Box 12931,San Antonio,TX 78212,or
places and times and more info, write
P.O. Box 190552,Dallas,TX 75219 or
call 210-822-4601 for meeting date and
location. Meetings are held twice a
call 214-339-0787.
month.
HOUSTON - Unique Boutique is
EVERYWHERE - Are you a lesbian?
Are you over 60 years old? There's an
hosting a Lesbian Art Show & Sale.
Lesbian artists are encouraged tosubmit
their art for consideration. 10% ofsales
will go to benefit LesbiansIn Business
(LIB).The show will be held on August
28th from 6-10pm. Refreshments will
be served. Unique Boutique is located
at 4317 Montrose (at Richmond) and
open seven days a week from noon8pm. For more info, call (713) 526-
organization just for you called Old
Lesbians Organizing for Change
(OLOC).The group works to confront
ageism both in society at large and in
the gay community.If you are under60,
you can still join as a "supporter" and
become a memberon your60th birthday.
For more info, write OLOC,P.O. box
980422, Houston, TX 77098.
5266.
TEXAS - Texas based video producers
DALLAS- GLA AD/Dallas needs your
help! If you see something about gays
on TV,in the paper,in magazines,at the
movies or hear something on the radio,
give them a call. Whether it's positive
or negative, makes you happy or makes
you mad, they want to know. Call the
GLAADline anytime at 214-526-4523
for more info. They appreciate copies
ofarticles and cassette or video tapes of
radio orTV broadcasts ifpossible.Send
materials to: P.O. Box 190365, Dallas,
TX 75219.
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who would like to have their works
considered for KERA's "Frame of
Mind" can send films and videos to
producers Suzanne Dooley and Marlis
Schmidt at KERA/KDTN,3000 Harry
Hines Blvd., Dallas, TX 75201.
Submissions of 30 minutes or less are
preferred, but submissions of up to 55
minutes will be considered. Subject
matter is unrestricted, but must be
suitable for television broadcast. Call
214-740-9212 for more info. "Frame
of Mind" airs at 10pm on the first
Saturday ofeach month on Channel 2in
Dallas and repeats at midnight the
following Friday on Channel 13.
first Sunday ofeach month for a picnic.
The size ofthe group has grown to such
an extent that meeting in member's
homes is no longer possible. A
committee is currently looking at
alternatives and possible meeting places.
If you would like to join First Friday,
call 817-763-5544for the next meeting
date and place.
HOUSTON - ID Travel is offering a
great Thanksgiving trip to San Juan,
Puerto Ricofrom November24th-28th.
The price is$895 perperson and includes
roundtrip airfare from Houston,four
nights in the Deluxe Condado Hotel,
Thanksgiving dinner and lots ofother
fun things! The trip is limited to 20
people so sign up now! Call Bob at ID
Travel at 1-800-856-9332formore info
If you have
and reservations. See their ad on page
19 for details.
information for the
"What's Goin' On"
EVERYWHERE - Desert Hearts
Cowgirl Club, the all women's guest
column, please
ranch is open for business! Located in
Handera(50 miles NW ofSan Antonio)
send it to us!
Deadline for
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submissions is the
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fun. The ranch offers 30 wooded acres
20th of each month.
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and lots of nearby activities. There is
horse racing,riding,tubing and rafting,
shopping and fishing in the area. For
more info and reservations, call 210796-7446 or write DHCC,HC 3, Box
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FT WORTH -
First Friday Fort
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lesbian
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South Plains AIDS Resource Center
FREE, CONFIDENTIAL HIV TESTING
come
September. In the
meantime, they
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(806)796-7068 Office
1-800-627-7079
(806) 796-0920 FAX
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Executive Director
4204 B 50th Street
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Dear Aosms
Answers to your questions about love,
RELATIONSHIIPS & PERSONAL PROBLEMS
Dear Agnes,
I have a big problem and I'm totally at a loss
as to what to do about it. My girlfriend and
I have been together since 1987. We've
been very happy.We've lived togethersince
1988 and recently purchased a house
together.
The problem is that she is having an affair
with a co-worker. This has been going on
for about eight months(since right after we
moved into our new house).
Around that time she started staying much
later at work and "going to the office" on
weekends. I didn't really think anything
about it until a friend of mine reported that
she had seen "Jane"at a romantic restaurant
you decide that your lover is definitely
having an affair, let's look at the evidence:
First—a romantic restaurant can double for
a business lunch or dinner.
Second —
unless your lover specifically told you she
was going toheroffice,don't assume because
she was at someone's house that they were
in the throes of passion for three hours.They
could have actually been working.
Unlessyou two are alot better offfinancially
than most people(which you may very well
be), her timing of added work is
understandable. Generally, the first year
after you buy a house is financially difficult.
With an open mind, and in a nonconfrontational way,ask your lover what is
with another woman. The next time Jane
behind all this extra work and about the
said she had to work on a Saturday,Ifollowed
her.Shedidn't go to her office but to a house
romantic restaurant (leave the "romantic"
part out). DON'T accuse her of having an
affair — give her a chance to give you an
explanation before youjump to conclusions.
My money says she is working. Talk it out
and if, in fact,she is working,be cautious of
friends who carry tales.
about a mile from our home where she was
greeted at the door by a woman. She was
there for almost three hours.
I haven't said anything to her about this.
I've been hoping she would quit seeing this
other woman of her own accord. I am afraid
if I say something our whole relationship
Dear Agnes,
will blow apart — and that's something I
don't want to happen. However,I've taken
About six months ago, I started going to
Alcoholics Anonymous. I have a serious
it for about as long as I can stand it. It's not
going away and I'm afraid I can't take it
drinking problem that I have under control
much longer.
The problem is my friends. They go out to
Do you have any advice about how to
the bar almost every night and are always
at the moment.
approach her? I really want us to stay
bugging me to go with them.They all think
together, and I'm afraid if I go about this in
the wrong way, I'll lose her. Please help.
SILENT
that my drinking is not all that serious a
problem and keep encouraging me to "just
drink one"or"just drink a beer"orsomething
else stupid like that. They don't know how
Fort Worth,TX
Dear Silent,
Apparently communication is not one ofthe
strong points in this relationship. Before
very tempting that is.
I don't want to give up my friends, but it
seems as if they don't really care about what
I wantfor myself.I haven't talked to my A A
sponsor about this because she doesn't know
August'93• Dimensions • Page 15
I'm gay, and I don't want her to find out.
Do you have any suggestions on how to
handle this? The longer it goes on,the more
and more tempted I am to give in. Giving up
alcohol was hard enough to do once,I don't
want to have to do it again.
on drinking, and when you take that away,
you have permanently altered the terms of
the relationship. The most important thing
you can do now is contact the AA group for
lesbians and gay men in the Denton/Sherman
TRYING TO STAY SOBER
by calling 903-893-6941.
Involving yourself with a lesbian/gay AA
group should give you the support you need
while allowing you to be open about your
lifestyle. Being gay and alcoholic presents
some special problems that straight people
Denton,TX
Dear Sober,
Social pressure to drink is heavily engrained
in our society — and in the lesbian/gay
community. Drinking dates back to the
beginning of civilization and our ancestors
— particularly those of European descent
— were heavy drinkers. Gay social life
focuses on many activities that revolve
area.You can reach Lambda AA ofTexhoma
don't face — and being with others who
have the same experiences will help you
deal with these problems, as well as give a
good place to start making new friends.
Good luck and let me hear from you.
%
around alcohol.
Often, when people quit drinking or make
any other serious lifestyle change, some
friendships will change. Much of your
friendship with these people may be based
Write To "Agnes"
WITH Your Problems At:
P.O. Box 856• Lubbock, TX 79408
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Theories on the Cause of Homosexuality
Through the Ages
Recently, there have been a numberof
back at some past theories on the
studies released thatclaim to have l ound
"causes" of homosexuality.
biological and genetic causes of
You'll notice that most of the theories
homosexuality. Dr. Simon LeA
relate to gay men. Although some
cultures acknowledged the presence of
s
study showing that the hy pothal ii inisin
gay males was slightly smaller liian in
straight males was the first widely
publicized study linking homosexuaiitv
to biology. Then came two "twin
studies"from Northwestern University
that showed that a disproportionate
number of identical twins (both male
and female) were both gay and that
more fraternal twins were both gay than
regular siblings. Now, researihcis it
lesbianism, male-dominated cultures
tended to overlook the fact that females
could ever be attracted to anything other
than men. England, during Queen
Victoria's reign,instituted laws against
"buggery" (male homosexuality), but
there were no laws against female
homosexuality,since the Queen didn't
believe that women could do such a
thing.
the National Institutes of Health i lain»
to have found a genetic marker in tlic X
chromosome of male homosexuals fa
study of lesbians is underway). In light
of this "hard" scientific evidence, I
though it might be interesting to look ■
m ernes
The Lepchas tribe of the Himalayas
bcheved homosexuality was caused by
eating the flesh of an uncastrated pig.
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Babylonian astrologers thought that the
planets governed homosexuality.
In the 19th century,Scottish physician,
Scorpio and Mercury were strongly
the cause of homosexuality by studying
the shape of people's skulls.
implicated.
Plato thought that the gods had created
three sexes — male, female and
hermaphrodite. The hermaphrodites
were too strong and Zeus wanted to
weaken them so he split them into two
beings. These"half beings are always
looking for their other half and, as a
result, are attracted to others of the
same sex.
During the Dark Ages,people who had
sex with others of the same sex were
believed to have been possessed by the
Devil, The condition was contagious
and the cure was exorcism or burning at
the stake.
Robert Macnish claimed to have found
In the late 1800s, it was believed that
masturbating too much could cause
homosexuality. It was also blamed on
insanity and was associated with
criminals.
A contemporary Islamic surgeon
believes that homosexuality is caused
by eating pork.He believes that pigs are
the only "gay" animals and the genes
for homosexuality are absorbed through
the mouth when you eat pork. He
believes that this explains why there are
more homosexuals in pork eating
nations(ofcourse,this would mean that
there are no homosexuals in Islamic(or
Jewish) countries — yeah, right.)
Arabs believed male homosexuality was
caused by "excessive itchiness in the
buttocks region," and that it could be
cured by applying a salve to the area.
After World War II, scientists thought
homosexuality might be caused by
hormonal imbalances. A study was
In the Middles Ages, "The famous
conducted on military inductees which
showed that "some subjects showed a
high degree of estrogen (female
surgeon William of Bologna ...
attributed lesbianism to a growth
emanating from the mouth ofthe womb
and appearing outside the vagina as a
pseudopenis," according to sociologist
David E. Greenberg's book "The
Construction of Homosexuality."
Reincarnation plays a role in theories
from India. If you change gender from
one life to the next, your physical body
may be changed, but your "spirit" may
be slower to change. Thus,if you were
a man in your last life and a woman in
this one, you may be carrying over an
attraction to women left overfrom your
days as a man.
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hormones) ..." However, the test was
inconclusive and it was too expensive
to testevery person entering the military.
Freud didn't really state a "cause" for
homosexuality, but he did have some
theories. He hypothesized that Male
homosexuality might be caused by a
fixation on the mother, by the male
placing such a high value on the penis
that he can't tolerate the object of his
affection not having one or by jealousy
of his father or an older brother. Helene
Deustch, a disciple of Freud, thought
there were two causes of lesbians:
"arrested development"(the girl never
outgrows her friendships with other
girls), and the fact that when the girl
Bergerthoughtthat male homosexuality
was a result of not getting enough milk
realizes she can't have her mother,she
from the mother as a child. This makes
transfers her feelings not to her father,
the child angry and he unconsciously
seeksrevenge against women by having
but to other women.
sex with men.
Psychoanalyst, Irving Bieber believed
homosexuality was caused by a great
fear of the opposite sex. He also
promoted the thought that mothers
"caused" homosexuality in their sons
by being"overly occupied with manners
and appearance... She probably spends
too much time in his company ... She
holds her husband in contempt and
usually dominates him."
Informationfor thisarticle wasobtained
from thefollowing sources:
Looking At Lesbian and Gay Life by
Warren J. Blumenfeld & Diane
Raymond.Beacon Press,Boston,1989.
Lavender Lists by Lynne Yamaguchi
Fletcher & Adrien Saks. Alyson
Publications, Boston, 1990.
The San Francisco Examiner's Gay In
America series, June 1989.
New York psychoanalyst, Edmund
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DESIGNER GENES
BY NANCY FORD
"It is claimed by those who have had
experience, that in certain professions
— a very large percentage practice
abnormal sexual relations. Many of
these individuals are thoroughly healthy,
and not in any other way to be
distinguished from normal human
beings.
"As we in this country well know,many
homosexuals among men are splendid
musicians, capable writers, adept
hairdressers,and designers,and perhaps
cause ofhomosexuality and lesbianism.
I read the news today. Oh boy.
As published in an Associated Press
report in July, "researchers have
identified a gene pattern linked to male
homosexuality, adding powerful new
evidence to the scientific theory that the
tendency to be gay is inherited.
This validates the argument by many
gays and lesbians that homosexuality is
not a matter of choice, but rather, of
biological design. Science has spoken,
and women."
indicating that Nature does indeed
triumph over Nurture, and the concept
of homosexuality as sin takes a holiday.
Or does it? Oh,that it were so simple.
Seems that evidence of a gay gene was
found by studying the X chromosome
in 40 pairs of homosexual brothers. A
This text has been plucked verbatim
third of those studied shared the same
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many of these individuals take a certain
pride in their un-normality, claiming
that their practice is far to preferred to
the old-fashioned,and to them obsolete
relations that exist between normal men
from the well-respected medicaljournal/
sex manual Eugenics and Sex Harmony
by Herman H. Rubin, M.D. The bad
news is that this text was considered the
Sexology Bible for some time, the
theories of which were referred and
adhered to almost exclusively by the
major medical universities and colleges
in the U.S.
The good news is it was published way
back in 1933,and has since been used as
an illustration as to how far the medical
community has come regarding the
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pattern variation in the tip on one arm of
the chromosome. Certainly it won't be
long before some fledgling college
newspapercartoonist will reap notoriety
by creating a picture of chromosomes
lined up in a row, one of them limpwristed, singing showtunes.
Asfor the prolific attitudes among many
mothers that they are to blame for their
offspring's deviance,they maybe right.
This study suggests that if there were a
genetic basis for homosexuality, it
would likely be on the X chromosome,
the sex-linked chromosome inherited
by males from their mothers. So put
down this magazine, guys, rush to the
phone and thank your mom for the
designer genes she gave you.
Double-edged sword: some fear that if
a biological basis for homosexuality is
found, there may be some people who
view it as an opportunity to medically
change sexual orientation in utero.
of puberty still retains an abnormal
fondness for doing fancy work, or if
girls should exhibit a desire to dress in
boys clothing,and to indulge in boyish
games, it might be well to make a
physical
and
endocrinological
examination of these children. For,not
infrequently, the entire trouble may be
absolutely corrected by merely aiding
the thymus gland to regress normally,
and allow normal development of the
sexual organs ofthe boy or the girl to be
Scenario: Okay. It's the year 2010.
You're relaxing at home with your
spouse watching Holovision.Suddenly
the image projected before you is a
completed.In which event,all traces of
abnormal yearnings for those of his or
commercial for one of those home
her sex will be removed, and true
pregnancy tests. Except this is the
souped-up version. Not only will this
Hmmm.
heterosexualfunction will be restored."
h,
test indicate pregnancy, but also the
fetus'gender.Blue eyes or brown.Race.
Left or Right handedness. And sexual
orientation.
Kind ofgives the concept ofa woman's
right to abortion a whole new twist,
doesn't it? What ifa woman determines
she does not want to give birth to a lefthanded child. Or a blue-eyed child? Or
a gay child? It's her body, her choice,
you know.
So you see,all this genetics stuff can be
good news or bad
news. Perhaps the
sanest answer to the
What
causes
it
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Just for the record.
Eugenics
also
contained
the
following passage:
"If it should develop
that a boy at the age
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This Month, Tasha Sumner Introduces:
Isis Rising
by Jean Stewart
I have two new fantasy novels for
reading on the beach this month.
The first is Shadows After Dark by
Quida Crozier. Kathryn is a mildmannered researcher at the University
of Minnesota.When she meets a woman
at one ofthe local bars,it only takes one
Kyril and Kathryn's relationship is fine
until Kyril discloses her true nature and
the reason for her visit. Kathryn is
horrified at Kyril's disclosure.
After the police in Minneapolis become
concerned about a series of murders
where the victims have been drained of
dance and the whisper of a name to start
blood, Kyril is forced to return to
her obsession. Kyril, the dark-haired,
Kornagy — and decides to take
enigmatic dance partner isn'tseen again
for two years. When she finally does
come back into Kathryn's world,it isn't
Shadows After Dark is definitely one of
the better lesbian vampire novels
Katherine with her.
at all what Kathryn expects.
Kyril hascomefrom Komagy,the world
of the Oupir (oupirs are known to
around. The premise is original and
defies many vampire stereotypes. This
humans as vampires). A new disease
the heart and strings ofgarlic,but rather
afanciful explanation for the persistence
of vampire legends throughout the
has killed Kyril's lover, and she has
come to Earth to try to find the cause of
this new threat to the Oupirian world.
is not a novel of wooden stakes through
world.
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The writing is superb.There is a fluidity
and grace evident in her style. Ms.
Crozier's work isn't quite on par with
Anne Rice, but she has the potential.
My only complaint, as with so many
other lesbian novels,is length(yes,I've
said it before). Lesbian publishers tend
plot was very murky right up to the last
chapter."Magic"ofthe really powerful
sort comes into play toward the end of
the novel and the only lead-in is Kali's
increasing ability to hear other people's
thoughts. This is a fantasy novel, but
theJump from ESP to full blown magical
to put out books that are all about the
warfare is a little too fantastical.
same length.I don'tknow if the authors
The length problem mentioned earlier
crops up in its full glory with this book.
cut their own work too short or if
publishers do it for them. I only know
that the slim volumes issued by lesbian
publishers aren't enough.
Character and plot development are
The end comes right when it starts to get
rushed and stories often seem to be cut
Both Shadows After Dark and Isis
off mid-stream. Maybe that explains
the abundance of sequels in lesbian
novels.
Rising are available at your local
bookstore orfor$9.95from Rising Tide
Press,5 Kivy Street,Huntington Station,
The same problem oflength also plagues
for ordering and catalog information.
good,leaving the reader and most ofthe
characters at complete loose ends.
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the second in the Isis series. Tsis Rising
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sequel to Return to Isis.
In this sequel. Kali, the refugee from
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to rebuild the community of Isis after
it'sdestructionby"Regs"from Elysium.
Three women are appointed to help
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Problems plague the rebuilding as the
campaign for leadership progresses.
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Poetry
From Our Readers
I sit on the edge of a hospital bed
In a room scented with disinfectant, used bedpans,
And death.
In a building, which for some.
Is the last checkpoint to finality.
A sparring court with mortality
Where their battered bodies and fragile souls
Struggle against the odds of death.
Fate tugs at my own soul A reminder that the Master always drives.
No matter where we go.
A young man cries out from his bed,
A remnant of a viral infection.
Now being guided down the road of life
To this last checkpoint for monitoring.
The Master sees.
The young man struggles to sit up
Delirious with fever.
Looking for his home.
He is lost.
And in my own way, so am I.
I think of how long I watched my friend
Teeter between this world and the next.
Fighting to hold onto memories
Of his short life.
Now slipping away.
I hold his hand as if to keep him from slipping
But know I am no stronger to hold onto him.
Than the bones and flesh I press
To reinforce my own existence.
And watch him slip away.
- Sandra A. Meros
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ftUIZ
Are You
HOT
Tempered?
Most of us think we know what kind of
a. tell them off, then don't speak to
temper we have, but our perceptions
aren't always on target. Family and
friends may have a totally different
them for months.
opinion. Are you hot tempered or easy
c. ignore it.
b. make a snappy comeback and get
over it.
going? Answer the following questions
as honestly as possible to find out how
others view your temper.
1.In your opinion, you are:
a.quick to lose your temper and slow to
4. When you have a fight with your
lover, you:
a. verbally and/or physically abuse her.
b. leave until you cool off.
c. try to talk things out calmly.
get over it.
b.slow to lose your temper and quick to
get over it.
c. even tempered and easy going.
2.When you do lose your temper,you:
a. blow up,scream and throw things.
b. give the silent treatment while you
fume.
c.count to ten and then try to discuss it.
3. When someone hurts your feelings,
you:
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5. You think that revenge is:
a. necessary sometimes.
b. sweet but not necessary.
c. a silly waste of time.
6.You are in a restaurantand the service
has been very poor. You:
a. throw a fit and walk the check.
b. complain to the manager.
c. leave only a 5% tip.
7.Your boss gets very angry at you for
23-32 points
making a mistake. You:
a. quit. You don't have to take the
Although you are usually pretty easy
going, you do lose your temper every
abuse.
b.complain to all yourco-workers about
what a bitch she is.
c. figure you had it coming.
Scoring
Give yourself points as follows:
6 points for every "A" answer.
4 points for every "B" answer.
2 points for every "C" answer.
if you scored:
33-42 points
While you may know that you have a
temper,you may not realize the effect it
has on those around you. You are quick
to fly off the handle over even trivial
transgressions. Your explosive
personality doesn't do very much to
enhance your relationships and may
even be hampering your career
advancement.Remember the old"count
to ten"trick and try to put yourselfin the
other person's shoes before you start
screaming.Your relationships and your
blood pressure will both benefit from a
once in awhile.Although this is normal,
you really need to examine when you
lose your temper. You may have a
tendency to store up all your frustration
over big problems and then explode
over something small. Try expressing
your anger when you are angry instead
of holding it all in. You'11 be less likely
to go ballistic over something silly, and
the person who made you mad in the
first place will be less likely to do it
again.
14-22 points
You may be too even tempered.
Although the people around you
appreciate your laid-back attitude,they
may be walking all over you simply
because you allow it. If you are angry,
say so—anger is a normal emotion and
suppressing it does more harm than
good. Expressing your anger will help
you feel less frustrated and more in
control. Being a doormat is no fun,and
if you don't speak up for yourself, who
will?
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Pi operty of the Center
Horoscope
What's in the stars for you this month?
ARIES
The first part of August is a great time to
start creative projects. Financial
disagreements with your partner may cause
some problems, but you'll be fine if you'll
sit down and talk it out. Expect some ups
and downs in close relationships through'
with someone you haven't met yet,Cupid's
arrow is definitely flying toward you. Keep
a careful eye on your finances after the 14th,
make sure everything is in order. A mistake
in your checkbook now could have
implications for months to come. Watch
your temper toward month's end—you can
catch more flies with honey than with B.S..
the 24th. Give each other some room to
breathe and everything should work out.
You'll be in a social mood all month long—
get out and enjoy the company of friends
and family.
TAURUS
Conflict in relationships could cause some
problems both at work and at home during
the first part of August. The air clears after
the 8th when you'll be able to sit back and
relax. You may be ready to get away for
awhile after the 17th. Be sure you've met all
your commitments at work before you take
off. Luck is running your way after the 27th.
Check your lottery tickets carefully and
follow through on your money hunches.
Expect some slowdowns at work during the
first part of August. Coworkers could be
feeling irritable — keep cool or you could
get in hot water. Relationships seem more
fun after the 17th. Whether you're already
involved or just met someone new, let
yourself enjoy the good times.
Communications, both at work and in your
LEO
Although your home life is improving, it's
best not to push too hard during the first part
of August. Look for a compromise instead
ofinsisting that your ideas are the only right
ones. Your optimism and enthusiasm can
take you far on the job after the 17th and
could lead to a raise or promotion around the
26th. Avoid getting mixed up in someone
else's argument toward month's end.
Although you may think you can fix things,
you'd be smart to stay out of it.
VIRGO
Keep pushing your ideas during the first
part of August. Although your boss might
not be receptive at first, if you'll keep
plugging away it could lead to a raise or
promotion down the line. A relationship
could be heating up after the 11 th — be
careful, this could be the beginning, or the
beginning ofthe end.A short vacation toward
month's end could be just what the doctor
ordered to help improve your performance
on the job.
personal life are emphasized after the 24th.
Old friendships and new business contacts
could be very beneficial.
CAIVCER
Love is definitely in the air during the first
part of August. Whether you fall in love
with your partner all over again or find love
LIBRA
The harder you work, the more likely you
are to make others mad during the first part
of August. Take a break and try not to do
anything too useful. Schedule in some fun
for after the 12th, the past few months have
been rough and a break right now will do
you some good. Reexamine your
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relationships with old friends toward
month's end. You may be having
communication problems or you may have
just grown apart, take time to make things
right.
totakecareof personal issues after the 12th,
your partner will appreciate it and it will
improve your relationship. Try not to be
overly critical on the job after the 24th — it
S»C0RP10
PISCES
Your future may be limited if you don't let
go ofthe past during the first part of August.
You've been busy lately and may have been
neglecting your partner.Schedule some time
after the 10th to spend some "quality" time
Romance is in the air during the first part of
August. An exotic vacation or just some
unusual social situations could help things
with her. Your creativity is going full blast
after the 20th. You'll have some great ideas
that can give your income,social status and
relationships a boost.
could make someone important very upset.
along. You may need to slow down and
catch your breath after the 16th. If this is a
new relationship, you'll want to put off
making any commitment until after the 24th.
If it's an established relationship, take
advantage of this time to make sure she
knows how you feel about her.
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You may be feeling drawn toward the
limelight during the first part of August —
at the same time, a close relationship may
feel like it's falling apart. Stay cool — it's
not falling apart,itjust feels that way.Things
smooth out after the 15th when you work
out a compromise that suits both of you.
Watch out for a manipulator at work toward
month's end. There is a practical solution if
you'll look for it.
CAPRICORN
Spend more time with your partner during
the first part of August. You may have been
spending too much time at work and need to
get some balance between career and
personal life. Your sex life should improve
after the 17th even though you may feel you
aren't communicating very well. Toward
month's end you'll want todouble check all
financial activity. A mistake now could
have consequences for months.
AQUARIUS
You may feel like you are rowing against
the tide in personal relationships during the
first part of August. However,your career is
moving ahead at a rapid pace. Take time out
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A Listing of Service Organizations, Businesses & Clubs
ALBUQUERQUE,NM (area code 505)
organizations
Sister Source Cooperative & Lesbian Resource Line
144 HaArardSE-268-2116 "
clubs
Sue Blen's•3903 Cedar Springs•559-0707
organizations
Affirmation * PO Box 225831 75222 * 948-1546
AIDS Resource Center • P.O. Box 19071275219
AMARILLO.TX (area code 806)
organizations
Lesbian/Gay Alliance-PO Box 9361 79105 - 3594219
MCC of Amarillo•PO Box 1276• 372-4557
Asians & Friends ■ PO Box 9142 75209 *392-3339
Cathedral of Hope MCC * 5910 Cedar Springs Rd.•351-1901
Community Church & College of DMne Metaphysics
4001 Live Oak #401 *826-7110, Ext. 401
Congregation Beth El Binah
P.O. Box 64460 752206• 497-1591
Couples Metro Dallas • PO Box 803156 75380•504-6775
ARLINGTON,TX (area code 817)
organizations
Dallas Gay Alliance * P.O. Box 190712 75219•528-0144
Dallas Gay/Lesbian Historic Archives
P.O. Box 190712 75219 * 821-1653
Gay/Lesbian Association of LTTA
Dallas Gay Youth Groqa
P.O. Box 19348-77. UTA SL 76019•794-5140
300 Turtle Creek Plaza #116 * 307-7203
ciubs
Dallas Outdoors * P.O. Box 35474 75235• 2766270
Dallas Tavern Guild •3900 Lemmon Ave.#220 * 5266292
Ropeis•2023 S.Cooper SI.•265-5574
Dignity/Dallas * PO Box 190133 75219 * 2264101
• Foundation for Human Understanding * 5284233
GLAAD/Dallas*P.O.Box 190712 75219*526GLAD
AUSTiN.TX (area code 512)
Grace Fellowship In Christ Jesus
ciubs
2727 Oak Lawn 75219*5262811
Lesbian Infomiation Line(ULJ
Nexus• 305 W.5th •472-5288
P.O. Box 191443 75219*5262426
organizations
Lesbian/Gay Political Coalition
Affirmation (Methodist)• 7403 Shoa) Creek ■ 461-2329
P.O. Box 224424 75222 * 8269882
Lesbian Resource Center *1315 Skiles •821-3999
Lesbian Vusionaries• P.O. Box 191443 75219 *5284087
Austin Latiniya Lesbian/Gay Organization
P.O. Box 1350 78787 • 2806107
Austin Lesbian/Gay Political Caucus
P.O. Box 822 78767 • 462-9888
Center for Battered Women • (Lesbian Group)
385-5181 or 9289070(hotline)
Gay/Lesbian Student Association at LTT Austin
45&<3971 'Box275Texas Union78712-7338
Lesbian/Gay Rights Lobby •601 W. 18th St•474-5475
Lesbian Mothers - Karen •3386508
Live Wire Productions ♦ PO Box 141202 78714
Metropolitan Community Church
llOOSpringdale Rd.•9283660
Oasis Mnistry •5555 N. Lamar Blvd.#L101 *441-9191
P-Flag (Parents/Friends Lesbians/Gays)•331-8445
Metroplex Republicans
P.O.BOX191033 75219 *9416114
Oak Lawn Community Services
P.O. Box 191094 75219*5286108
Oak Lawn Symphonic Band
P.O. Box 190973 75219*9861751
PFLAG/Dallas * 3461704
Imperial Sovereign Royal Court of Dallas
P.O. Box 45662 75245 * 904-9520
Seventh-Day Adventist Kinship • PO Box 110116
Canoltton.TX 75011-0116 * 4161358
WANT(Women In The Arts)286929'8236105
Womyn Together * 3920 Cedar Springs *5264233
Sapphfire!• Lesbian Social Group•4580659
M^ng Address•825 E.53 1/2 SL,Ste E103
Mailing Address* 201 W.Stassney.Sta# 321 787456156
Waterloo Counseling Center
DENTON,TX(area code 817)
businesses
507 Pcwell 78703 * 322-9654
Athena's Attic - books, jewelry, art, etc.
Texas Human Rghts Foundation
106 N. Austin SL •5666755
P.O. Box 49740 78765*4786473
organizations
AIDS Legal Assistance 1-808628-6417
The Treehouse(Lesbian Mothers Support Group)
COURAGE,Lesbian Gay Student Org.
607 Nueces St 78701 * 477-5822
P.O. Box 5067 76203 * 382-3813
Harvest Metropolitan Community Church
5900 South Stemmons 76205 * 1608497-HMCC
ATHENS,TX (area code 903)
organizations
P-Flag (ParentsfFrietxis iBSbians/Gays)•6756326
DALLAS,TX (area code 214)
businesses
P-Flag (Parents/Friends Lesbians^ys)* 387-1491
EL PASO,TX(area code 915)
organizations
P-F1ag (Parents/Friends Lesbians/Qays)
Spartish & EngK^ Language Meetings * 591-4664
Business Delivery Systems
14902PrestonRd.75240 * 733-1108
Crossroads Market •3930 Cedtf Springs * 521-6919
August'93• Dimensions• Page 33
FT. WORTH(area code 817)
organizations
Conference For Catholic Lesbians
PO Box 436, Planetarium Station * New York. NY 10024
GLAAD/USA • 80 Varick St. #3E • NY. NY 10013
Agape MCC •4615 SE Loop 820 •535^102
Hate Crime Line • 1-800-347-HATE
Affirmation (Methodist)•47&-7837
Gay & Lesbian Parents Coalition International (GLPCI)
PO Box 50360, Washington. DC 20091 *(202)583-8029
P-Rag (Parents/Friends Lesbians/Gays)♦ 49&-5607/498-4855
RESPECT - Gay/Lesbian Association
Lesbian Teachers Netwrok (LTN)
828 HanJwood Rd. - Hurst, TX 76054
PO Box 638 • Solon, IA 52333
Tarrant County Lesbian/Gay Alliance
3327 Winthrop, Suite 243 76116•763-5544
National Gay Alliance for Young Adults. Inc.
POBox 190426 • Dallas. TX 75219•(214) 307-7203
National Gay/Lesbian Clearinghouse
HOUSTON,TX (area code 713)
666 Broadway 4th Floor • NY, NY 10012
businesses
National Gay/Lesbian Crisisline
1-800-SOS-GAYS
Crossroads Martlet •610 W.Alabama •942-0147
National Gay/Lesbian Task Force
10 Travel • 1717 St. James Place. Ste. 150
1517 U Street NW
850-9332• 1-80O85&9332
Washington D.C. 20009• 202-332-6483
Inklings Bookshop•1846 Richmond •521-3369
Parents & Friends of Lesbians and Gays (P-Flag)
Unique Boutique* 1631 W.Alabama«52&5266
ciubs
Ranch •9218 Buffalo Spdwy.•666<J464
Ms. B's •9208 Buffalo Spdwy.•66&<a356
XTC •9212 Buffalo Spdwy.•666-3356
1-800-4-FAMILY
The Fund for Human Dignity
666 Broadway 4th Floor* NY, NY 10012
organizations
NORMAN,OK (area code 405)
organizations
AIDS Foundation •3927 Essex Lane•623-6796
AIDS HOTLINE •do Switchtxtard •529-3211
P.O. Box 5089 73070
Women's Resource Center
Gay/Lesbian Students University of Houston
4800 Calhoun* 529-3211
Gay/Lesbian Switchboard •PC Box 66591 77266 * 529^11
Houston Gay & Lesbian Parents Group • 666-8256
Houston Gay Political Caucus
P.O. Box 66664 77266*521-1000
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
(area code 405)
organizations
Inte^lty • worship & fellowsh^ for Episcopalians & friends
Oasis the Community Center
P.O. box 66008 77266«X)8 * 432-0414
2135NW39th 73112•525-AIDS
Kingdom Community Church * 614 E. 19th * 862-7533
Herland Sister Resources, Inc.
Lambda ALANOJ * Lambda Center for Alchoholics
2312 NW 39th 73112 • 521-9696
1214 Joanne•521-9772
Metropolitan Community Church Of The Resurrection
SAN ANGELO,TX (area code 915)
organizations
19l9Decatur-86l-9149
P-Flag (ParentsT^riends Lesbians/Gays)•944-4323
Lesbian/Gay Students-Univ. Houston Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area 77058
Montrose Counseling Center
900Lovett#203 77006*5290037
SAN ANTONIO,TX (area code 210)
Montrose Pool LeagueSilliards * PJ 863-8482
ciubs
P-Flag (Parents^riends Lesbians/Gays)* 067-9020
PWA (Ooalition - Houston * 1475 W.Gray #163•522-6428
BORA(Sex or Relationships Addicts Anonymous)
Nexus San Antonio •8021 Pinebrook • 341-2818
organizations
Womynspace• P.O. Box 980601 77098-0601
Dignity/San Antonio • 202 N. St. Mary's * 349-3632
Integrity/San Antonio
Women's Softball League • 6431 Pineshade •868-6256
PO Box 150006 78212 • 684-4920
support group for lesbians •666-8256 or 5291827
P-Flag (Parents/Friends Lesbians/Gays)•822-4135
River City Living Metropolitan Community Church
LUBBOCK,TX (area code 806)
202 Holland 78212 * 822-1121
businesses
Lambda Students Center * 1140 W. Woodlawn Ave.
Ellie's Garclen •2812 34th St•79&0880
organizations
Lubbock Lesbian/Gay Alliance & Wild Wilde West Prod.
P.O. Box 64746 79464 • 791-4499
Community Outreach Centers Outreach AA (Tues. SThurs.
(2)8pm) *l(32N.Ave.S* 762-1019
P-Flag (Parent^riends Lesbians/Gays)* 799-8529
South Plains AIDS Resource Center(SPARC)
4204^ 50th SL 79413• 1-80(^627-7079• 796-7068
NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Affirmation: United htethodists for Lesbian/Gay CofKems
POBox 1021 • Evanston, IL 60204
AIDS Action Council • 729 Eighth SL S.E. Suite 200
Washington. DC 20003 *(202) 547-3101
AIDS 800* 1-800-221-7044
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LISA (Lesbian Information SA)• 828-LISA (5472)
SALGA - San Antonio Lesbian/Gay Assembly • 733-7300
SALSA - San Antonio Lambda Students Alliance
PO Box 12715 78212• SALSA Une 733-1225
San Antonio AIDS Foundation
PO Box 120113 78212-9313
San Antonio Tavern Guild • 822-2823
WACO.TX (area code 817)
organizations
P-Flag (Parerrts^riends Lesbians/Gays)•750-7211
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33 YEAR OLD White Female who
INTIMATE GIFTS,Toys, Fashions,
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recently came out to herself.Live hours
drive from W.Houston,Rosenberg and
Brenham. Interested in corresponding
with other lesbians. Reply to Box #424.
GBP, 5'6", 175 lbs., 37, Attractive,
quiet, romantic. Don't smoke or do
drugs.Enjoy fishing,exercising,music,
reading. Seeking friendship, possible
long-term relationship. Houston area.
Intimate Gifts.P.O.Box 867382,Piano,
TX 75086.
WAIHTED
UNIQUE BOUTIQUE is seeking
works of Lesbian artists for Lesbian aft
show. All mediums being considered.
Call 713-526-5266 for appointment.
Send photo. Reply to Box #425.
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is NOW ON VIDEO!! You can rent it
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immediately, send $20.00 for
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for more info. Charis Video, PO Box
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BOOKS &
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from America's world-class lesbian/
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Women's Guest Ranch
A wonderful vacation for adult
women. Cozy cabin
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hand holding. Lots to do in the
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of San Antonio.
Write or call
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THE EAST WORO
Various Views on The Worid Around Us
by Sandra Nichole Schnaithman
I am eighteen years old,I voted in the 1992 election,and numerous other city elections.I work two
jobs,attend a conservative college preparatory,single-sex school full-time.I have been in a loving,
committed relationship for almost one year. I am the arts editor for my school newspaper, and a
staff writer; originally, I wrote this editorial for my newspaper.
Homosexuals should have the basic human right as American citizens to join the United States
military.
Research is now revealing that homosexuality is not a choice; gays and lesbians are bom with a
sexual preference and orientation in which they are attracted to those of the same gender.To think
about the issue logically, why would anyone want to put themselves in a position to be ostracized
and mentally and physically abused.
We,as gays and lesbians, are everyday people that pay taxes. Homosexuals are business men and
women,teachers,students,politicians,construction workers, waiters, waitresses,sons,daughters,
and some even parents. The list could go on.
What many people fail to acknowledge is that gays and lesbians have been in the military for many
years; in doing so they have had to denounce their own identity and closet their lives in fear of a
discharge from the military. A continuation of the ban could be considered a form of ethnic
cleansing.
For many years,the military has given a lighter sentence to those convicted ofacrime ifthey would
report the knowledge of any "queers." This practice is wrong. It is also wrong for a committed,
hard-working service person to receive a dishonorable discharge simply because he or she is gay
or lesbian. Military personnel dishonorably discharged will have difficulty finding a substantial
civilian job anywhere.
Heterosexual men and women are concerned about being approached, or "picked-up" by a
homosexual,but simply because a straight male or female is working closely with a gay or lesbian
person does not by any means allow that the homosexual is even remotely attracted to the
heterosexual.Many homosexuals will continue to "stay in the closet" for fear of brutal discrimi
nation.
Approximately a year ago,some of the men
in the navy were accused of raping many
women in a hotel,but the issue,known as the
Tailhook Scandal, did not remain in the
Grand Opening At New Location!
public eye for long, for some of these men,
punishment beyond a slap on the hand was
not received. However, if an issue such as
this were to have occurred with a homo
sexual, the public would have never heard
the end, and that person or persons would
have been immediately discharged.
Lifting the ban on gays in the military will be
hell in the beginning, but will lead to a
greater level of acceptance in the society for
gays and lesbians. High ranking officers
may lose respect and experience a freeze in
their current position if they are "outed",but
in time will regain their acquired and welldeserved respect.
Unique Boutique has everything you want,
art • cards • jewelry •frames • furnishings
great clothes • candles and holders
4317 Montrose
Near Richmond
(Next to Gabriella's & Kath/s Restaurants)
. Parking in rear.
713-526-5266
New Extended Hours
Mon-Sat • noon-8pm
Sun • noon-6pm
Bring this ad for 10% discount
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