The New York Times indicates that young people tend to lean more and more left, preferring government run universal health care, an open door policy on immigration and gay marriage. It is an interesting article and I think that everyone should read it. It gives a pretty good insight as to where our heads are at this point in time. Strangely we are paying much more attention to the election and to Obama or Clinton as a choice for president rather than someone from the Republican side.
Why are we more optimistic about the outcome of the Iraq war? I don't know but I don't see it as a winnable situation. Your views would be welcome on this subject. Just click on the Comments at the bottom of this post to let us know your opinion. So tell us what you think.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
The Saga continues at the B C Saloon
Remember I told you that I would keep you informed of the continuing saga unfolding at our infamous Leather Bar? I checked the court records and two of the people arrested pleaded guilty and paid their fines. The other two represented by a lawyer have decided to fight the charges in court and it has been adjourned for pre-trial conference prior to a jury trial.
In the mean time our notorious bar owner has renewed his license and walked away with (get this) a Warning Letter. Can you believe that? Which reminds me of a joke about Depth Perception. (Ask me some time and I'll tell you). Kinda makes you wonder though.
There is more to this one than meets the eye. You can bank an that. I'm not letting this one go until the fat lady sings. Stay tuned. This ain't done by a long shot.
In the mean time our notorious bar owner has renewed his license and walked away with (get this) a Warning Letter. Can you believe that? Which reminds me of a joke about Depth Perception. (Ask me some time and I'll tell you). Kinda makes you wonder though.
There is more to this one than meets the eye. You can bank an that. I'm not letting this one go until the fat lady sings. Stay tuned. This ain't done by a long shot.
PrideFest Did you like it?
Yes I finally did go to Pride Fest. It was OK I suppose if you like the carnival atmosphere, entertainment, booze and food. Although they did put together a fabulous Pride Guide, I was disappointed to see that there was only one political issue on the Stonewall Stage. That was the issue of transgender rights. Now that we went down in flames big times on the Marriage issue we've lost our interest in the political arena. No body wanted to listen back when I was on the Action Wisconsin Board that they would be opening a Hornets Nest of opposition if they went for the Marriage thing. I suggested instead that we should get our foot in the door first by going after as many Domestic Partner Benefits as we could, then and only then go for the marriage thing. But nobody wanted to listen and not only did we lose but it is now codified in the Constitution that marriage is between one Man and one Woman.
That leads me to the Commitment Ceremony conducted at PrideFest. Each year it has gotten smaller and smaller. This year there were perhaps only ten couples, mostly young adults who attended the event. The introduction by one of the female ministers mentioned that they could not use any of the words such as marriage or much of the traditional wording that is part and parcel to a commitment ceremony. I don't think that was even necessary. That whole part could have been left out and the alternatively worded ceremony recited. That was like pouring gasoline on the flames. Why in the world make it any worse than it already is? Personally I don't think we need another Commitment Ceremony next year. I think it denigrates the sanctity of marriage or commitment when it is performed in a Carnival atmosphere. If anyone from PrideFest is reading this, I think it would be best that this be ended. Those who wish to partake of a commitment ceremony should do so at the church or religious institution of their choosing.
Correct me if I am wrong but I heard that there were no fireworks. I also heard that the vendors had to pay to get in. Although they set another record attendance record, many of the volunteer organizations made less than in the past.
I guess while I'm on a roll bitching, a friend of mine who very seldom carries any cash found that some of the vendors did not take charge cards. To make matters worse the Cash machines were out to boot. I would think that if a vendor wants to sell their wares at the festival, they should be required to take charge cards the same as cash. I think as do many others that Summerfest's switch to cash really sucks. I think that the old way of purchasing tickets for beer or food was better. Of course that is only my humble opinion.
And how was your day?
That leads me to the Commitment Ceremony conducted at PrideFest. Each year it has gotten smaller and smaller. This year there were perhaps only ten couples, mostly young adults who attended the event. The introduction by one of the female ministers mentioned that they could not use any of the words such as marriage or much of the traditional wording that is part and parcel to a commitment ceremony. I don't think that was even necessary. That whole part could have been left out and the alternatively worded ceremony recited. That was like pouring gasoline on the flames. Why in the world make it any worse than it already is? Personally I don't think we need another Commitment Ceremony next year. I think it denigrates the sanctity of marriage or commitment when it is performed in a Carnival atmosphere. If anyone from PrideFest is reading this, I think it would be best that this be ended. Those who wish to partake of a commitment ceremony should do so at the church or religious institution of their choosing.
Correct me if I am wrong but I heard that there were no fireworks. I also heard that the vendors had to pay to get in. Although they set another record attendance record, many of the volunteer organizations made less than in the past.
I guess while I'm on a roll bitching, a friend of mine who very seldom carries any cash found that some of the vendors did not take charge cards. To make matters worse the Cash machines were out to boot. I would think that if a vendor wants to sell their wares at the festival, they should be required to take charge cards the same as cash. I think as do many others that Summerfest's switch to cash really sucks. I think that the old way of purchasing tickets for beer or food was better. Of course that is only my humble opinion.
And how was your day?
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
Are You ready for PrideFest?
Its coming this weekend, June 8th 9th and 10th. Pridefest will kick off the Summer season this Friday with opening ceremonies and great entertainment. On Saturday the entertainment continues with all kinds of activities for everyone. At about 2 pm will be the Parade down 2nd Street in the third ward. Back at the fest will be some fabulous main stage entertainment. Bu this time if you aren't suffering from a hangover Sunday's entertainment provides another round of partying. Later in the day, this time earlier at 3pm will be the mass commitment ceremony.
This is a time to meet friends you may not have seen for a while. It is also a time to stock up on clothing or jewelery or whatever for the year. Otherwise it means a trip down to Chicago to shop. Something I only do once a year.
Lets get dressed up and have fun this weekend.
Ill see you there.
This is a time to meet friends you may not have seen for a while. It is also a time to stock up on clothing or jewelery or whatever for the year. Otherwise it means a trip down to Chicago to shop. Something I only do once a year.
Lets get dressed up and have fun this weekend.
Ill see you there.
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