President's Long Form Birth Certificate Released

The White House has released President Obama's his long form birth certificate, complete with the signatures of his mother, the doctor, and the registrar.  He released his Certificate of Live Birth in 2008, but birthers claimed that only his magical long form certificate could put to rest questions of his birth place.  There's a billboard on Central Expressway in Dallas that says "Where's the Birth Certificate?"  Well, here it is.  I'm sure this will satisfy the birthers and they will all admit that he was in fact born in Hawaii.  The billboard will come right down and all those birther bills in various states will be withdrawn because the question is settled, right?  Don't bet on it.

What if They Gave a Republican Debate and Nobody Came?

Next Thursday, the first GOP debate of the 2012 Presidential election will be held in the oh so important first Southern primary state of South Carolina...and nobody has committed to attending.  Nobody.  It's next week and nobody has confirmed their attendance.  It's to be shown on Fox "News," so set your DVRs for what could turn out to be dead air or a travelogue of Greenville hot spots.  They've T-Paw, Newt, Herman Cain, Frothy Mix, and Ron Paul have "expressed interest" in attending.  "Expressed interest?"  How insulting.  They're doing better than Michele Bachmann who has said she "may" make an appearance.  Mittens, Queen Esther, The Huckster, and The Donald haven't responded at all.  These Yankees (and I mean you, Newt) don't understand the South.  If my mother had issued the invitation, they would all be stricken from the social register for such rudeness.  AC may be my only reader who truly understands this.           

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Kate Middleton for the Win

Next Book Club Selection

Levi Johnston has signed a book deal.  Hey, if Bristol can do it, why not him?  It's to be called Deer in the Headlights: My Life in Sarah Palin's Crosshairs.  Levi had this to say:

“I want to tell the truth about my close relationship with the Palins… my sense of Sarah, and my perplexing fall from grace–how I feel and what I’ve learned. I’m doing this for me, for my boy Tripp and for the country.”


OK, maybe he didn't actually use the word perplexing, but I'll be sure and read it, and by "read it" I mean scan some excerpts on a web site somewhere if I happen to come across it.  I'll re-think this if it comes packaged with a complimentary Playgirl.

 Via Andrew Sullivan.

Law Firm Drops DOMA Appeal

King and Spaulding, the prestigious Atlanta law firm, has filed a motion to withdraw from its involvement in defending legal challenges to the so-called Defense of Marriage act.  The GOP-controlled House had hired King and Spaulding attorney and former US Solicitor General Paul Clement to defend the unconstitutional law after the Obama Justice Department announced that it would no longer do so.  Firm chairman Robert Hays, Jr. made the announcement today.  Clement announced his resignation from the firm and accused it of abandoning a client "in the face of hostile criticism."  King and Spaulding had enjoyed a 100% rating from HRC, which planned a press conference for later today.    

Monday's Man: Ben Cohen

I can't believe I haven't ever featured British rugby star Ben Cohen in Monday's Man.  This is way overdue.

 Obviously, his hotness is in a class by itself. 

 Plus, he's a big supporter of gay equality. 

  What's not to love? 

Happy Easter!

And send pictures of your Easter bonnets!

Dr. Alfred Freedman: 1917-2011

Dr. Alfred M. Freedman has died at the age of 94.  He led the American Psychiatric Association in 1973 when it declared homosexuality was not a mental illness.  Immediately upon winning election as president of the APA, he threw his support behind a resolution drafted by Robert L. Spitzer of Columbia University, removing homosexuality from the list of disorders.  On December 15, 1973, the Board of Trustees of the APA adopted the resolution which read in part:

“by itself, homosexuality does not meet the criteria for being a psychiatric disorder.’’ It went on: “We will no longer insist on a label of sickness for individuals who insist that they are well and demonstrate no generalized impairment in social effectiveness.’’

The resolution also called for an end to discrimination against gays in housing and employment and urged state and local governments to pass laws decriminalizing homosexuality.  It took until 2003 for the Supreme Court to do that, and many of those laws are still on the books. 

Dr. Freedman said of this important moment in history:  “I felt at the time that that decision was the most important thing we accomplished.’’

Travelin' and Workin'

Unfortunately, dear readers, I am traveling for work this week and will not be able to post.  I'll be out of town, in classes every day, and will not have access to my computer.  Somehow, an iPad was left out of my LC Oscar Party gift bag, so it'll be just me and my Blackberry until Friday night.  I've tried posting with the 'Berry, but apparently Blogger's create post page is too large for the device.  Sigh.  Please take this time to peruse older posts that you may have missed and check back this weekend. 

Monday's Man: Ryan Gosling

Ryan Gosling has a new movie coming out this summer called Crazy, Stupid, Love and, Obviously, I'll be there opening night. One of my favorite sites, Square Hippies, is all over it, and I wanted to share a bit of my crazy, stupid love for Ryan:



 Hey Steve Carrell!  Move the head!

What the heck, let's have a couple more Ryan shots.  First, working the beard:

And finally, from Just Jared, out for a jog, staying fit:

Royal Wedding Preview!

LC NY Bureau Chief Doug has been back and forth across the pond lately, advising Kate on hair and makeup, and he's managed to smuggle back this super secret video of the royal wedding rehearsal:

 

Rep. Nadler at the DOMA Hearings

Yesterday, the GOP-controlled house held hearings on "defending marriage."  It featured the usual blather from professional blabbermouths like Maggie Gallagher.  However, it also featured an intelligent and moving speech from Rep. Nadler (D-NY).  You need to give it a listen:

New Santorum for Pres Slogan Coming Soon

The Santorum for President campaign spread to New Hampshire today where he was asked by a student if he was aware that his campaign slogan, "Fighting to Make America America again," was actually borrowed from a "pro-union poem by the gay poet Langston Hughes."  Oops.  Santorum said: "No I had nothing to do with that. I didn't know that. And the folks who worked on that slogan for me didn't inform me that it came from that, if it in fact came from that."  

When asked shortly after what the slogan meant to him, he tried to pretend his slogan wasn't really a slogan:  "Well, I'm not too sure that's my campaign slogan, I think it's on a web site."

Don't worry Ricky.  Nobody who would vote for you has ever heard of Langston Hughes.

Equality in Delaware!

A civil unions bill has passed the Delaware House today by a vote of 26-15.  It has already passed the Senate and Governor Markell is expected to sign it.  Congratulations Delawareans! 

Goodbye, Erica Kane

Today, ABC announced the cancellation of two long-running soap operas, All My Children and One Life to Live.  Both are Agnes Nixon creations.  One Life to Live premiered on July 15, 1968 and has starred Emmy-winner Erika Slezak as Viki Lord since 1971.  All My Children premiered on January 5, 1970 and has starred Emmy-winner Susan Lucci as Erica Kane since the first episode.  41 years later, she had this to say:

"It's been a fantastic journey.  I've loved playing Erica Kane and working with Agnes Nixon and all the incredible people involved with All My Children.  I'm looking forward to all kinds of new and exciting opportunities."

Susan Lucci is a class act.

Santorum is Running!

Former Pennsylvania Senator Rick Santorum whipped the GOP presidential field into a frothy mix as he announced the formation of an exploratory committee.  This is step one of the multi-step announcement process politicians go through these days to get more publicity for their campaigns.  His catchy slogan:  “Fighting to make America America again.”  Fuck yeah!  Santorum has already begun spreading his message across South Carolina, winning a straw poll in Greenville County. 

If you'd like more information on Rick Santorum, just Google him. 

Stephen Colbert: Threat Level Rainbow

Michele Bachmann visited Iowa the other day to curry favor with Bob Vander Plaatz and his Iowa Family Leader or whatever they call it.  Vander Plaatz is a failed candidate for governor who has made it his life's work to rid Iowa of the scourge of the gay.  Here's Colbert's take on it:

Windy Quote of the Day

“I love that time, with the struggles and the way they got through it all.  It just seems like it would have been a precious time to enjoy being a lady.”


--The impossibly named Selina Faye Sorrow, self-described "windy," AKA, a Gone With the Wind fanatic, speaking of the Civil War and reconstruction.  I think Selina Faye has bought off on some GWTW myth making in a big way, bless her heart.  Somehow I doubt that any of the actual women who lived through the Civil War looked back on the extreme violence and deprivation of the period as a time to "enjoy being a lady." 

Selina Faye and her windy sisters, described as "mostly middle-aged straight women and gay men," will soon descend on Atlanta to mark the 75th anniversary of the publication of Margaret Mitchell's book.  For her New York Times photo shoot, Selina Faye choose a home-made replica of the dress worn by Scarlett to the barbecue. Of course, Vivien Leigh had professional hair and make-up, but I'm sure Selina Faye will be able to choose from dozens of beaux at Twelve Oaks, or at least the Airport Marriott or wherever the events are held.






  

Blue on Blue

Long-time LC readers know I've got a big thing for James McAvoy.  So, I'm happy to report that he'll soon be back on screen in Robert Redford's new film about the Lincoln assisination, The Conspirator.  He's also back in print in Menswear Magazine, including this tidy shot in a blue suit to match his blue eyes.  You can read more at Boy Culture. 

Quote of the Day

"Who the hell is for abortion? I don’t know anybody running around with a sign that says, “Have an abortion! They’re wonderful!” They’re hideous, but they’re a deeply intimate and personal decision, and I don’t think men legislators should even vote on the issue.



Then you’ve got homosexuality, you’ve got Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell. We have homophobes in our party. That’s disgusting to me. We’re all human beings. We’re all God’s children. Now if they’re going to get off on that stuff—Santorum has said some cruel things—cruel, cruel things—about homosexuals. Ask him about it; see if he attributes the cruelness of his remarks years ago. Foul."

--Former Senator Alan Simpson (R-WY)

Monday's Man: Adam Scott

 South African Charl Schwartzel may have won the Masters, but hot Aussie Adam Scott finished only one stroke behind.  Now, "one stroke behind" brings up all sorts of comments, particularly in light of those arms and that chest, but that's just juvenile. 

I give Tiger Woods credit for the current fitness trend among young golfers.  Before Tiger, golf wasn't exactly known for it's stars' physiques.  He's been around long enough for a new generation of players to grow up, inspired by him. 

 Behold, Tiger's gift to humanity.  Thank you, Tiger. 

Disaster Averted...For Now

The Republicans apparently realized that they would get the blame for shutting down the government over Planned Parenthood, so they agreed to a deal with President Obama and the Democratic leadership to keep the federal government funded for one more week.  In a very one-sided deal, the Democrats agreed to $38 Billion in spending cuts in exchange for Republican concessions on abortion and the EPA.  Republicans had sought, not just to defund Planned Parenthood, but also to prohibit DC from spending its tax dollars on helping poor women obtain abortions, and take away all federal money from domestic and international family planning organizations.  These provisions were pushed hard by the freshmen Tea Party members who seem to have made abortion their number one issue, in sharp contrast to the American people.  In recent New York Times/CBS News polls, fewer than 1 of Americans cited abortion as the most important problem facing this country.  We'll see what happens next week.

BosGuy's Men of Twitter

BosGuy features a weekly series I really wish I'd thought of.  It's called Men of Twitter and includes Mr. Adorable.  Check it out here. 

I hope BosGuy doesn't mind that I nabbed one. 

Blockbuster Put Out of its Misery

The DISH Network, which apparently likes to be spelled in all caps, has bought the crumbs of the once-mighty Blockbuster.  For $228 million in cash, DISH picked-up the assets that remained after the September, 2010 bankruptcy filing.  Here's their super-optimistic statement:

 “With its more than 1,700 store locations, a highly recognizable brand and multiple methods of delivery, Blockbuster will complement our existing video offerings while presenting cross-marketing and service extension opportunities for DISH Network.



While Blockbuster’s business faces significant challenges, we look forward to working with its employees to re-establish Blockbuster’s brand as a leader in video entertainment.”

Blockbuster still has store locations?  Where?  Kuala Lumpur?  Other than the kiosk at my local Tom Thumb, I didn't realize there was anything left.  I suppose DISH could plaster the Blockbuster brand on their pay-per-view movies which their customers could watch when it's not raining.   

Ave Q Will Have to Change Their Lyrics

Fox "News" has announced that Glenn Beck is "transitioning away" from the network.  His viewership has fallen by a million in the past year.  This certainly doesn't mean he's retiring.  His radio show will continue and he'll probably punch out some more books, but he won't be on TV every day any more.     

In case you're wondering about my headline, click here. 

Quote of the Day

“As a kid, I went to church and all I did was look at women’s hats.”

--Bill Cunningham, the New York Times' On the Street photographer and subject of a new documentary. 

Quote of the Day

"The Lutheran minister, wiser in the ways of men and women, suggests that this young man is going to get pretty lonely looking for another woman able to give him all this young woman does--and who doesn't mind his playing around on the side. The possibility of taming one's sexual desire for the sake of another, or of a vow, is not in the Savage moral imagination. Libido will have out, and honesty about that is the best policy. He brings, in other words, the best of gay sexual ethics and experience to a straight audience, with potentially disastrous results."


--NOM's Maggie Gallagher, criticizing Dan Savage for dispensing the radical advice that a man should be honest with his girlfriend about his desire to stray.  Of course, the noble straight man is always able to tame his sexual desire, unlike the savage gays.  The title of the post is "Dan Savage Educates Your Children?" thus bringing up the pernicious stereotype of sex-obsessed homosexuals preying on innocent children.   

Notice that, after she characterizes Savage's opinion as the inability to "tame our "libidos," (which isn't at all what he said), she calls it "gay sexual ethics" as if we were all slaves to our libidos, thus bringing up the ugly stereotype of the homosexual sex addict. 
Keep in mind that Maggie insists that she and NOM are not anti-gay, just pro-marriage.  Also, keep in mind that Maggie bore a child out of wedlock.  I guess she's an expert on inability to "tame her libido." 

"It Begins With Us"

Obama 2012 has been launched:

Monday's Man: Chris Hemsworth

 Australian actor Chris Hemsworth packs a whallop in the upcoming Thor, directed by none other than Kenneth Branagh.   

Normally, I wouldn't go for the waxed chest, long blonde locks look, but I could make an exception for this muscle-bound bloke. 

Cute, but better with facial hair.

Mid-Life Career Change: I'm Becoming a Scientist

via Boy Culture

Headline of the Day

Masturbation Can Relieve Restless Leg Syndrome

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We're Moving!

I'm very excited to announce that Lazy Circles Media is officially moving to AFA as of Monday.  I've been waiting to make the announcement because I've been deep in negotiations, but all details have been worked out and on Monday, yours truly will be the official gay blogger at AFA.  They approached me a few months ago as they were interested in having a strong, gay presence on their site.  Being strong and gay, I was happy to talk with them.  Frankly, the money they're offering is so insanely huge that I couldn't turn it down.  AFA had a few stipulations, however.  They wanted me to place greater emphasis on hot guy pictures.  Much greater.  In fact, they are insisting on direct gay porn links and embedded porn scenes, if possible.  I'm quite unfamiliar with gay porn, so I have relied on my New York staff for research.  In fact, my NY Bureau Chief Doug may be relocating to San Francisco or the San Fernando Valley so he can have his finger on the pulse of the gay porn industry, so to speak.  Doug has nothing to worry about, though, as AFA will be paying all his moving expenses in addition to a nice pay raise.  Enjoy the sun, Doug!

The good folks at AFA have told me that the new Lazy Circles will be on their intranet only at first, for quality control or something.  But keep checking back!  The link will be the same, only with more gay porn!  

Sailor Retained Under DA/DT

Yesterday, an administrative panel of officers at Naval Air Station Lemoore, CA voted 3-0 to retain Petty Officer 2nd Class Derek Morado, in a discharge proceeding under Don't Ask/Don't Tell.  He had been facing discharge since 2009 when someone alerted his command to a Facebook picture of Morado kissing another man.   If you're wondering why the military is still holding discharge proceedings under the gay ban, remember that it's still in effect.  The repeal law included a bullshit certification procedure that requires action by the House of Representatives.  Not surprisingly, the GOP-led house is not anxious to take any action that might be seen as decent treatment for gay people.  Thus, Derek Morado had to has to live with the stress and uncertainty of this discharge panel for months.  The taxpayers had to foot the bill for the discharge proceeding for Morado and other service members.  Thankfully, the administrative board apparently recognized the farce of it all and retained Morado.