Just three more days until we have a chance to bring this horror show to an end.
Saturday, October 31, 2020
Friday, October 30, 2020
Remains of the Day (10/30)
Shall we start a thread?! Post your best @KamalaHarris Halloween costumes! 💙 https://t.co/bNMFg8GKld pic.twitter.com/CzWUnPi2MA
— Meena Harris (@meenaharris) October 30, 2020
These cuties have my vote!
I'd be the sorest winner in the history of American politics. I'd nominate Hunter Biden as Ukrainian ambassador. Entrust Rand Paul's neighbor with senate negotiations. Mount Kathy Griffin's art in the Oval Office. Deport Melania and her parents. So many possibilities.
— 🔥Reverend Aiden (@SweetFnLucifer) October 29, 2020
Yes, yes, yes
But U.S. voters weren't allowed to know that the other candidate was being investigated for being a Russian asset https://t.co/Ba8F9RnSeH
— Kenneth M. Walsh (@kenneth212) October 30, 2020
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Sanjay Gupta on CNN says they examined 17 locations where Trump held rallies and found that 82% of the time, the infections jumped in counties soon after a Trump campaign visit, and the rate of new cases in those counties grew faster than the rest of their states
— Hamza Shaban (@hshaban) October 30, 2020
Superspreader in chief strikes again
Unaccompanied migrant children suffer "inhumane and cruel experience" in CBP custody, report alleges https://t.co/5IosK2jBbR
— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) October 30, 2020
This is not who we are as a nation
My latest -->Biden's vow to pass the Equality Act, protecting LGBTQ people, in 100 days by @MSignorileIt's terrific. But will require winning the Senate, ending the filibuster, and, if it's to survive, expanding the Supreme Court— Michelangelo Signorile, subscribe to my newsletter (@MSignorile) October 30, 2020
Disheartening to realize just how heavily the deck is stacked against us now
Glenn Greenwald resigns from the Intercept following dispute over Biden story https://t.co/NAQY9DIzau
— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) October 29, 2020
Glenn Greenwald's descent into bothsides madness reaches its natural conclusion
That letter from the editor of @theintercept responding to Glen Greenwald is a masterclass in #fuckyou 🔥🔥🔥
— Aaron Hicklin (@Aaronhicklin) October 29, 2020
EIC Betsy Reed: We have no doubt that Glenn will go on to launch a new media venture where he will face no collaboration with editors -- such is the era of Substack and Patreon. In that context, it makes good business sense for Glenn to position himself as the last true guardian of investigative journalism and to smear his longtime colleagues and friends as partisan hacks. We get it. But facts are facts, and The Intercept’s record of fearless, rigorous, independent journalism speaks for itself.
Tucker Carlson, who has spent the past two weeks obsessing on the Hunter Biden emails, now says it's time to leave Hunter alone:"The point is pounding on a man, jumping on, and piling on when he’s already down is not something we want to be involved in." pic.twitter.com/25bwCBiSiN— Justin Baragona (@justinbaragona) October 30, 2020
Angry Staffer: Tucker literally went from “with these documents (when I find them), I will bring the Biden campaign to its knees!” to “Hunter is a good dude who I used to know, and yeah, he might have some demons, but his wife is lovely and let’s not pile on to his pain” in less than 24 hours.
Revisiting the Tragic Life of "Lolita" Star Sue Lyon https://t.co/zhLPZfGKjT
— Helmi Deris (@helmi_deris) October 29, 2020
There's really no end to how awful men can be
Unprecedented obstruction
It is deeply disturbing that -- virtually everywhere -- the concerted litigation strategy of the GOP is to make sure that fewer votes count. The strategy goes far, far beyond any legitimate concern about fraud.
— David French (@DavidAFrench) October 29, 2020
Republicans’ only way to win is to stop people from voting
Just the Lieutenant Governor of Idaho, driving around with a gun and a Bible protesting #COVID19 restrictions https://t.co/sNpqm9W8nn pic.twitter.com/Ipj7yAnXGn
— Reid Wilson (@PoliticsReid) October 29, 2020
As long as you're not trying too hard ...
I'm sure that when Harry Hamlin wished for a little head on his 69th birthday today, this wasn't what he meant. Gallery of his hotness over 40+ years: https://t.co/cAxDk4eoI1 pic.twitter.com/67y1SrSBeU
— Matthew Rettenmund (@mattrett) October 30, 2020
Because "Clash of the Titans" and "Making Love" turned us gay
Olympic Gymnast Danell Leyva Reflects on Coming Out Earlier This Month: WATCH https://t.co/NlUKv1H0G1 pic.twitter.com/4vADQ1TWeq
— Towleroad (@tlrd) October 30, 2020
He's still trying to figure out if he's bi or pansexual
If we hold on for four more days, will things go our way?
On the Rag, Vol. 630
A weekly look at what's making news in the gay magazines:
Dallas Voice: Trick or treat?
HotSpots: 2020 Election Special Edition
Between the Lines: Guide to Election Night
Metrosource Minis: Harvey Guillen of 'What We Do in the Shadows'
Song of the Day: 'Accidents Will Happen' by Elvis Costello and the Attractions
The main Attraction looks back on his mistakes -- and the real meaning behind his 1979 song:
Several songs influenced me during the writing of “Accidents.” The drama and scale of the song was swayed by Burt Bacharach and Hal David’s “Anyone Who Had a Heart.” Though their song doesn’t resemble “Accidents” in any way, I wanted their bell-tolling sensation in the chorus that the Attractions’ Steve Nieve articulated well on keyboards.
The other inspiration was a lyric line -- “I don’t want to hear it”-- from Randy Newman’s “I Don’t Want to Hear It Anymore.” Dusty Springfield recorded it on her 1969 “Dusty in Memphis” album. I used the line in my chorus:
“Accidents will happen / We only hit and run / I don’t want to hear it / ’Cause I know what I’ve done.”
Keep reading HERE.
Page 1 Roundup (10/30)
Politico: Is Donald Trump a flight risk?
Michael S. Schmidt: Comey's October surprise shook America four years ago. His wife tried to stop it.
Christine Brennan: Donny's latest quid pro quo involves legendary golfer Jack Nicklaus
BosGuy: Who likes a furry blond?
Greg in Hollywood: Wishing a happy 35th birthday to Gio Benitez's biceps
The Washington Post: Gen Z, Millennial voters embrace activism and voting, as youth turnout surges ahead of Election Day
The New York Times: Justice Department is said to quietly quash inquiry into Tamir Rice killing
Crazy Donald tried to end Halkbank investigation after repeated lobbying from Erdogan
Bob Biggs, Los Angeles punk-rock entrepreneur, dies at 74
The Wall Street Journal: Your European vacation was canceled. How about a ‘Bavarian Village’ in the Appalachians?
Hot Cat of the Day: Kitty really knows how to milk the affection
Thursday, October 29, 2020
Out Ex-College Football Player Jake Bain Accuses Father of Widespread Abuse
Jake Bain, who made headlines as a rare openly gay high school and then Division I college football player, took to social media Thursday to level a series of accusations against his father, Eric Bain.
He writes:
I have in my possession over 20 pages of court documents, detailing the abuse that me, and many others endured at the hands of my father. To protect the confidentiality of those who are mentioned in these documents, I won't release them to the public. However, I believe that [it] should be public knowledge that while working as a high school basketball coach at both Westminster Christian Academy, and MICDS [Mary Institute and Saint Louis Country Day School], two well known private schools in Saint Louis, MO, my father was found to be showering with other students, emailing inappropriately with students about things a coach or teacher should never be talking to kids about, and would have students to his house for "sleepovers." It doesn't take a rocket scientist to know that none of this behavior is appropriate for any adult to be displaying. To my knowledge, my father is still coaching basketball at the AAU level in Saint Louis, so I urge anyone who is either employing him to coach, or allowing him to use their facilities, to please stop, so this behavior does not continue.
Eric Bain flanked by his sons Jake, left, and Trevor (via Instagram)
Although Jake doesn't explicitly say his father sexually abused him, one can connect the dots when revisiting an Instagram post from May that read:
To those of you who are victims of sexual abuse, I’m with you. I know how you may be feeling. I want you to know that you are not alone. I too fear falling asleep, drifting into the unknown depths of my own deepest thoughts and feelings as I toss and turn each night, fighting off the man who scarred me so deeply. Waking up to a sweat-filled bed, left with the fleeting thoughts and feelings of what we had to endure and carry on with us. These scars of which I fear most, are also a constant reminder that I got through it. I persevered. We are warriors, and just when you think you can’t do it anymore... fight a little longer. Reach out to others for help. Don’t be afraid to feel vulnerable. Know that this was not your fault, and does not define who you are. It’s just another hurdle in your path, and no matter how you get over, under, or around that hurdle, once you cross the finish line, you will be so much stronger because of it. Love you all♥️ #metoo
Jake Bain, who was profiled in the New York Times and appeared on Ellen DeGeneres's talk show, left Indiana State University and football in 2019 citing a need to address mental health issues. The 21-year-old -- who now identifies as pansexual -- calls himself an "LGBTQ+ Advocate / Model" on his social media and lists NC State as his current school.
I have reached out to both Jake and Eric Bain and will update if I hear back. Jake's brother Trevor declined to comment.
From HERE.
Remains of the Day (10/29)
Jesus Christ, what a mess this is turning into... https://t.co/dMnNeCbDb6
— José Morgado (@josemorgado) October 28, 2020
A day after we found out Alexander Zverev forgot to pull out comes disturbing news that another ex has accused him of physically abusing her on more than one occasion
Zverev's statement. https://t.co/w0pMcAB38B
— José Morgado (@josemorgado) October 29, 2020
UPDATE: Here is Zverev's statement regarding the two situations
"THE DOG ATE MY CONSPIRACY THEORY" https://t.co/lx32zsw7xv
— Lizz Halloweenstead (@lizzwinstead) October 29, 2020
Fear not. UPS says it found the mystery package!
"This pandemic is highlighting inequities in the LGBTQ community just like it’s highlighting inequities in communities of color." https://t.co/kGUlHCpKfp
— Dom DiFurio🌟 (@DomDiFurio) October 29, 2020
Trump supporters in Omaha were abandoned, facing long lines, lack of resources and attention, and utter bewilderment in the cold? Now they know how black people feel when they're trying to vote.
— michael musto (@mikeymusto) October 28, 2020
Facing gap, Donny camp tries to make voting harder
Previously indicted in Michigan. Now indicted in Ohio as well.This is the case involving those racist intimidation robocalls from pro-Trump activists, targeting African-American voters, telling them not to vote by mail:https://t.co/jOMFokMwho— Rachel Maddow MSNBC (@maddow) October 27, 2020
Scoop--DNI Ratcliffe strayed from his prepared remarks last week to say publicly that Iran's spoof emails intimidating Dems were aimed at "damaging President Trump," blindsiding FBI Director Wray and CISA Director Chris Krebs who were standing behind him. https://t.co/DNSL7jIbOf
— Natasha Bertrand (@NatashaBertrand) October 28, 2020
Just as we thought -- he totally made it up
Bernie & I issued a joint statement on this today. 22 states allow for ballots to be postmarked by Election Day & counted after Election Day including states like Utah & Kentucky! That includes military ballots.In America we count all votes, no matter what Donald Trump says. https://t.co/JuK64TkIIp— Amy Klobuchar (@amyklobuchar) October 29, 2020
Members of the U.S. Senate had to put out a report warning the American public not to pay attention to the so-called president of the United States if and when he tries to bogusly claim victory on Election Night before all the ballots are counted. How did we end up here?
Biden, in LGBTQ interview, vows to pass Equality Act in first 100 days https://t.co/cHfCe0jagm
— Michelangelo Signorile, subscribe to my newsletter (@MSignorile) October 29, 2020
Joe Biden lets LGBTQ Americans know we are a priority
Biggest difference between 2016 and 2020: There’s a new Jill in town. pic.twitter.com/AcOlKGtvEw
— Jon Barrett (@joncbarr) October 28, 2020
So this one isn't dining with Vlad?
Major legal threats facing Trump which may affect him if not re-elected- obstruction of justice- campaign finance violations- federal + NY tax charges- Trump Inc real estate fraud- Emoluments Clause cases- Mary Trump suit- E Jean Carroll suit+ morehttps://t.co/0J1q9aiyf3— Emma Kinery (@EmmaKinery) October 23, 2020
What does it say about our system that he can avoid facing justice on this list of alleged crimes if he IS re-elected?
Reminder: Five more days, everyone. Five more days.
Thursday Ad Watch: Marius Copil
Although Huawei is probably spying on all of us, it's nice to see tennis players not named Federer or McEnroe getting endorsements!
Songs of the Day: 'Suspense' by Slow Children vs. 'Think Too Much' by Paul Simon
Today's songs of the day -- plural -- were selected after a friend updated his Facebook status to read:
Is anybody else in a really dark place about what might happen next week (not just the election itself, but the repercussions of the election)? If so, DM me. Maybe we can support each other. At least I'll find out I'm not the only one.
He's DEFINITELY not alone. I've been letting my mind wander places it shouldn't go, sleeping as poorly as I'm eating, and doing little else to take care of myself. (Eating mint Girl Scout cookies is the same as brushing your teeth, right?) But despite the scar tissue from 2016 -- which was an entirely different situation -- the polls indicate that things are definitely looking good.
So while I have this Slow Children song on a constant loop in my head, with its fitting refrain "the suspense is making me sick" ...
Damian has sought to calm my nerves with this Paul Simon rejoinder.
Five more days, everyone! xo
Page 1 Roundup (10/29)
The Daily News: 'It felt dangerous’: Destructive Brooklyn protest, with trash fires and broken windows, leaves local businesses shaken
Gretchen Whitmer: The plot to kidnap me
Business Insider: The White House listed 'ending the Covid-19 pandemic' as one of Trump's achievements, despite record number of infections
TPM: Vermont's election chief asks Supreme Court to correct sloppy Brett Kavanaugh's erroneous opinion
Greg in Hollywood: Dominic Thiem ass pops in green briefs
Yahoo Sports: Alexander Zverev's ex-girlfriend is having his child
The Randy Report: The Upshot at the New York Times has adjusted its table of what would happen if the polls were as wrong as they were in 2016 and it still looks good
Boy Culture: Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith of Mississippi cites military ramp-up in response to BLM question
Gimme Shelter: Laverne DeFazio slept here
The Washington Post: Gloom settles over Europe as days darken and coronavirus surges
The New York Times: Supreme Court allows longer deadlines for absentee ballots in Pennsylvania and North Carolina
The Wall Street Journal: Halloween terror, now on the drive-through menu
Hot Cats of the Day: I swear I will move to Taiwan if NYC bodegas don't install these by year's end!
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
Remains of the Day (10/28)
Donald Trump is a man without character. It’s why I wrote “A Warning”...and it’s why me & my colleagues have spoken out against him (in our own names) for months. It’s time for everyone to step out of the shadows. My statement: https://t.co/yuhTgZ4bkq
— Miles Taylor (@MilesTaylorUSA) October 28, 2020
Miles Taylor, a former Homeland Security official, reveals he was ‘Anonymous’
WaPo/ABC poll has Biden up 17 (!!) in Wisconsin among likely votersWisconsin:Biden 57%Trump 40%Michigan:Biden 51%Trump 44%https://t.co/L9lTb0m7AF— Michael Del Moro (@MikeDelMoro) October 28, 2020
For only a Democrat is a SEVEN point lead 'narrow' ... others say it's eight
BREAKING: @realDonaldTrump guilty of multi-million tax fraud after failing to declare $287 million in forgiven debt to IRS. Key lender was Russian money-launderer Deutsche Bank. Justice Kennedy's son Justin was heavily involved in Trump's shady dealings. https://t.co/sd2Ov6MENf
— The Daily Edge (@TheDailyEdge) October 28, 2020
One day the full story of Justice Kennedy's involvement in this depravity will emerge
⚠️BREAKING—Elderly attendees at Trump’s Omaha MAGA rally being treated for *hypothermia* after AF1 departs. Attendees stuck trying to get out of airport hanger, waiting for delayed buses & walking 3.7 miles to airport economy parking lot. So far 9 rushed to ER. https://t.co/Y17H0bWBnw pic.twitter.com/QrqTLdKxNa
— Eric Feigl-Ding (@DrEricDing) October 28, 2020
More than 200,000 Americans are dead and millions are struggling through this pandemic.So what did McConnell and Republicans do?Forced through an illegitimate Supreme Court Justice itching to take health care from millions, and sent Congress home without passing any relief.— Elizabeth Warren (@ewarren) October 27, 2020
I hope Liz Warren becomes a huge player in the next Democratic administration -- she should have been our next president
Listen up, McConnell, Graham, Trump, and all the rest of you low-life motherfuckers... we’re gonna put 17 justices on the Supreme Court if we have to. We’re gonna stomp out the memory of you like the cockroaches you are. Believe it. Bitches.
— Ron Perlman (@perlmutations) October 27, 2020
Perls of wisdom
As a book editor, he helped polish the poetry and prose of Jonathan Kellerman, Colum McCann, Alice Munro, Salman Rushdie, Gary Shteyngart and others. Daniel Menaker has died at 79. https://t.co/zbCPV5WRGj
— New York Times Books (@nytimesbooks) October 27, 2020
RIP. Revisit when Daniel accidentally 'reviewed' my pals the Skivvies
Two years ago, a white supremacist entered Pittsburgh’s Tree of Life Synagogue and perpetrated the deadliest anti-Semitic attack in American history. May the memories of those we lost be a blessing — and may we never stop fighting the scourges of anti-Semitism and gun violence.
— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) October 28, 2020
I want to believe people like this are dying off, but then I see the sad sacks at Donny's rallies and realize it's simply not true
Chris Meloni knows his audience. Full-stop. https://t.co/cyTHVvNkXH
— Matthew Rettenmund (@mattrett) October 28, 2020
Because we all need a stress reliever these final few days
Reminder: Just six more days. If you're like me and voting in person on Tuesday, here is a useful list from the ACLU.
Song of the Day: 'Mr. Bojangles' by Jerry Jeff Walker
This one is in memory of country musician Jerry Jeff Walker, who died of cancer Friday at a hospital in Austin, Texas, at 78. Although he never had a Top 40 hit on the pop or country charts, his best-known composition -- "Mr. Bojangles, which everyone of a certain age knows by heart -- became a standard, and he became a mainstay of the outlaw country movement. RIP. Read his NYT obituary HERE.
Page 1 Roundup (10/28)
The Daily News: Boyfriend charged with murdering pregnant nurse practitioner, dumping body in Queens
The WoW Report: Donny's campaign website hackers say he’s 'involved in the origin of the coronavirus'
Greg in Hollywood: A shirtless Tom Daley shows us his gym workout
New York Post: 1-day-old baby boy fatally mauled by family Rottweiler, who then tried to bury its prey
Page Six: Savannah Guthrie parlaying town hall moderator gig into new NBC deal
Pajiba: Mark-Paul Gosselaar dusted off the frosting kit
The Washington Post: Ballrooms, candles and luxury cottages: During Crazy Donald' term, millions of government and GOP dollars have flowed to his properties
Former U.S. attorneys -- all Republicans -- back Biden, saying Trump threatens ‘the rule of law’
‘Moderate’ Joe Biden has become the most progressive nominee in history
The New York Times: Biden, invoking F.D.R., tries to siphon off GOP voters in Georgia
The Wall Street Journal: Covid closed Hong Kong’s beaches, but it couldn’t keep swimmers out of the ocean
Hot Cat of the Day: The daredevil critter who jumped out of a burning building!
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