If you listen to the entire 90 minute GymCastics episode 42 you’ll hear a big announcement at the end. They’ve scheduled the first lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender gymnastics forum. Ever.
Episode 43 (next week) will feature a panel to discuss the issue vis-a-vis Gymnastics sports. Three athletes, one coach and GymCastic moderators.
Adding STAR power to the mix will be Alica Sacramone, an ally.
Timing is right.
BBC:
… For U.S. gay rights advocates, it’s been a good summer.
In June the Supreme Court allowed for federal recognition of same-sex marriages in states where such unions are legal. They also declined to challenge a lower court decision invalidating California’s ban on same-sex marriage.
But the fight for marriage equity is far from over. In the aftermath of the court decisions, battles have raged on a state level as advocates for gay marriage try to push ahead, while those who oppose it try to stand their ground.
“Thirty-seven states still have marriage restrictions …
It seems the tide has turned. A majority in the USA now support Gay marriage. American politicians, even Republicans, even are flip flopping as fast as they can. Trying to get ahead of the issue before coming elections.
Congratulations to LGBT advocates who feel their voice is finally being heard.
That said, I also support the rights of those who campaign against Gay marriage. Peter Vidmar included.
This is Democracy. The worst form of government except all the others that have been tried.
I’m assuming Stanford’s Josh Dixon will be one of the athletes.
related – Toronto Star – Olympic boycott isn’t the answer to Russia’s anti-gay policies by Ann Peel and former gymnast Kris Burley
Thanks Dave.
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