Nothing less than full equality

On October 11th, Washington DC will play host to the National Equality March, a march which demands full equality for all LGBT people in all fifty states. Below is an excerpt of an article from activist and author Sherry Wolf, activist and author of the new book Sexuality and Socialism, making the case for why LGBT activists and allies should attend the National Equality March on Washington.

A new network of activist groups will emerge from this march: Equality Across America. As Massachusetts activist Gary Lapon puts it, "We are not simply organizing to protest, but protesting to organize."

The new mood for LGBT equality is a reflection of a generation that grew up with unprecedented cultural exposure to sexual and gender variance, yet lives with draconian laws and organizational strategies that asphyxiate dynamism and shut down debate. No more crafting our demands to suit the tepid conservatism of a bygone era. We want it all! President Obama, this is our Rosa Parks moment. When will you allow LGBT people sit at the front of the bus?

Read the full article here.

Interesting in going to the march? Activists from Houston will be traveling by van to the march and there are some more spaces available! If you want to find out more information, check out the group on Facebook.

Want to help Houstonians that are traveling to the march? Donate here!