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Presents an article about the difficulty of giving up one's collections of books in relation to the shift in the politics of the gay movement in the U.S. as of September 2004. List of books that can be used in gender studies; Factors related to modern technology that have influenced gay activism; Importance of initiatives towards progress over sentimental attachment to things.

Criticizes the focus of GLBT movements on same-sex marriage equality in the U.S. Emergence of a critique of same-sex marriage that is based on class; Myths regarding the benefits of same-sex marriages according to an article written by lawyers Kara S. Suffredini and Madeleine V. Findley; Social policy changes because of same-sex marriages.

Narrates the experiences of a college teacher in teaching "Plagues and Politics: The Impact of AIDS on the U.S. Culture." Observations on the extent of students' idea on U.S. history about AIDS epidemics and its catastrophic effects on the gay community in 1980; Implications of the limited knowledge of students on the issue; Reasons for limiting the discussions of factual events; Reflection on memories during the 1980 AIDS epidemic.

Focuses on the controversies surrounding the efforts of the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered community to legalize gay marriage. Call of the Ontario Court of Appeal for Canada to change its definition of marriage so that gay and lesbian couples can wed; Ruling of a U.S. Supreme Court that gay couples have the right to have sex; Significance of the establishment of the gay-liberation movement in 1969 to the gay community

Presents an interview with Bernard Baran, a gay man convicted of child molestation in Massachusetts, about being released from prison and other personal issues. Impact of imprisonment on his view of the world and life; His message to the kids who accused him of molesting them; Description of the brutality that surrounded his prison life; Overview of his future plans.

The article discusses issues related to the gay-rights movement in Massachusetts. The achievements of the movement in the state are enumerated, including the legalization of same-sex marriage. The historical background of the movement is discussed. Information about the original membership of the Gay Liberation Front is presented, including drag queens, ragtag queer youth and old-time reformist gay activists.

Discusses the gay culture in San Francisco, California. Participation of gay man José Sarria in politics in the 1960s; Purposes of the formation of the gay group Tavern Guild of San Francisco; Impact of the Gay Liberation Front on the city; Criticisms received by City Mayor Gavin Newsom for issuing marriage licenses to gay couples in 2004.

Presents several fiction books about gays. 'The City and the Pillar,' by Gore Vidal; 'Giovanni's Room,' by James Baldwin; 'Sam,' by Lonnie Coleman.

Comments on the evolution of the political and social parameters of gay movements in the U.S. Statement from several gay groups, including the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, on their stance on the 2003 war of the U.S. against Iraq; Background on Gay Liberation Front, the first gay movement to take policy stands on national issues; Changes in the focus of the movements on gay issues.

The article highlights notable achievements in mainstream popular culture that were influenced by gay culture. Bette Midler performed music with a mix of camp and sex talk tunes with her music release "The Divine Miss M," which won a gold record label. The Village People impersonated gay-male stereotypes with their gay-boy-themed music releases. Madonna showed a conduit of gay culture with her music releases "Material Girl" and "Vogue."

The article examines the evilness in the novel "The Bad Seed." The novel by William March aims to make readers ask about the causes of evil and the way to eliminate it. "The Bad Seed" gives people the chance to revive a broader debate about the nature of evil. Rhoda Penmark, the villain of the story, appears to be the perfectly behaved child, but is the source of malevolence and horror.

Tackles the book and the motion picture "Da Vinci Code," authored by Dan Brown and directed by Ron Howard. Sexual relations of Mary Magdalene and Jesus; Sexual relations of Saint John and Jesus; History of homosexuality in Christianity.

Criticizes the depiction of the image of Jesus Christ in the film "The Passion of the Christ," directed by Mel Gibson. Depiction of Jesus Christ in 16th-century paintings; Reason behind the mass appeal of Jesus Christ in the film; Issue of sexuality.

Comments on the lack of education of students about the relationship of AIDS with gay men in the U.S. Information on how students perceive AIDS; Factors associated with the AIDS epidemic; Documentaries that portrayed people with AIDS.

Focuses on the speculated complex and sexual relationship between literary authors Nathaniel Hawthorne and Herman Melville as reflected in Hawthorne's memoir "Twenty Days With Julian & Little Bunny by Papa." Background information about Hawthorne and Melville; Factors that have increased speculations regarding the relationship of the two authors; Excerpts from several letters written by Melville for Hawthorne; Potential reason for the separation and disaffection between Hawthorne and Melville.

Presents information on the Harvey Milk School, the first GLBT high school in New York City. Mission of the school to address problems of GLBT youth in public schools; Comment from Senator Ruben Diaz (D-Bronx) on the expansion of the school; Issue on discrimination.

Comments on the decision of several gay- and lesbian-rights movement to focus on the legalization of same-sex marriage in several countries, not on other significant gay- and lesbian-related rights in Canada. Other issues being raised by several gay rights movements and queer political organizers; Social agenda of gay-liberation movement when it was formed in 1969; Misconceptions from feminists about issues concerning same-sex marriage; Problems associated with same-sex marriage.

Presents an article about reading and writing about gay-male fiction published in the 1940s and 1950s. Examples of such works; Political implications of the literature; Lesson learned from the experience.

Interviews George Mansour, one of the gay men who were arrested for morals violations, about an article featured in the 'Mid-town Journal' concerning his case in the U.S. Background of the case; Effect of the arrest on his life; Lessons he learned from the incident. INSET: An excerpt from the Mid-town Journal's report of the 1953 'sex....

The article focuses on a controversy surrounding the sexual orientation of actor Matt Sanchez. Sanchez admitted that he used to be a pornographic actor, starring in films such as "Beat Off Frenzy" and "Jawbreaker." He also admitted having his own escort service. However, despite his previous involvement in the sex-oriented industry, he claims that he is not gay.

This article offers insights on the first Global Orgasm Day organized by peace activists Donna Sheehan and Paul Reffell. This event attempts to change the global tide against war through mass orgasming on a specific day. The U.S. Department of Defense is asking an increase in budget for defense operations. Events like this may influence U.S. President George W. Bush's stance on war.

The article presents an obituary for Ellen Willis, a journalist, cultural critic and activist.

Presents an obituary for American publisher Ralph Ginzburg.

Focuses on issues regarding the increasing cost of back-to-school education in the U.S. as of May 2006. Reason adults return to school; Recommendations for adults who are planning to go back in school, such as doing a cost-benefit analysis; Special programs offered for older students.

Looks at how a legal tactic of using historical and literary scholarship could help free Wayne Healy, who was convicted of murdering his former brother-in-law during a sexual encounter, at a retrial on May 5, 2006 in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit. Sentence imposed on Healy; Basis behind the decision of District Court Judge Michael A. Posner release or retry Healy; Factors which played a major role in sentencing an innocent man to life in prison, as claimed by gay-history expert Wendy Sibbison.

Reports on the publication of the Gospel of Judas, which was discovered in Egypt in the 1970s, through the efforts of scholars and the National Geographic Society. Portrayal of Judas in the Western culture; Conversation of Jesus with Judas; Portrayal of Judas in the film "The Last Temptation of Christ," directed by Martin Scorsese.

Cites several general laws that are not effectively enforced in Massachusetts as of April 2006. Provision of the 1913 statute Chapter 207, Section 12 that is being proposed by Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney to be enforced against all same-sex couples; Original objective of the 1913 statute.

Focuses on the television commercial of the United Church of Christ. Details of the advertisement; Reason behind the decision of the major television networks in the U.S. to reject the commercial; Funds raised by the United Church of Christ to produce the commercial.

Reports on the instruction of several Massachusetts bishops for the board of Catholic Charities of Boston to cease facilitating adoption by same-sex couples on February 15, 2006. Issues that both reflected major social and theological shifts in the two religious institutions; Grounds of Massachusetts bishops for instructing to cease facilitating adoption by same-sex couples; Number of Catholic charities board members who resigned in protest to the move.

The article examines the heterosexual and same-sex marriage theme in the movie "Brokeback Mountain." A discussion of the total acknowledgment of gay love and passion in the film is presented. The relationship of Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal in the film is described. The audiences' ambivalence about heterosexual relationships is revealed.

Reports on changes in the image of the doll Ken from Mattel. Background on its disappearance from the market; Clothes that it wears; Effect on the image of its counterpart Barbie.

Discusses the prevalence of hate crimes in the U.S. Examples of hate crime cases; Causes of hate crimes; Problem faced in hate-crime legislation.

Presents an obituary for book author Betty Friedman.

The article presents information on several fictitious memoirs. They include "A Million Dollar Pieces," "A Rock and a Hard Place," "The Heart Is Deceitful Above All Things," and "Law and Order."

The article presents an obituary for physician Charles W. Socarides.

Pays tribute to the late actor James Dean.

Presents information on gay men's outdoor cruising in Massachusetts in the 1970s and the 1980s. Significance of the month of June to gay men; Outdoor cruising places in the state; Gay liberation in the state during the period.

Discusses various issues on gay sexuality in the U.S. State projects focusing on the needs of gay communities; Way by which gays and lesbians will learn about gay sex; Position of gays on marriage equality.

Pays tribute to writer and intellectual Susan Sontag, who died on December 28, 2004 at the age of 71.

Focuses on the controversies swirling around the airing of an hour-long television show focusing of the 'real facts' behind the 1998 murder of Matthew Shepard. Attempt by the show '20/20' to 'de-gay' the murder; Attempt to show that the murder was not a hate crime, but a robbery that went wrong; Problems with the story, including that it makes viewers choose to believe that he was murdered because he was gay or because he was a robbery victim; Implication that Shepard was a less-than-completely innocent victim.

Comments on the ruling made by the U.S. Supreme Court in the Lawrence versus Texas case in June 2003 decriminalizing sodomy. Background on the queer theory cited in the ruling; Loophole of sodomy laws in the late 18th century; Concept of homosexuality argued in the case.

Comments on the June 2003 decision of the U.S. Supreme Court in the Lawrence versus Texas sodomy case. Background on the case; Stance taken by the Supreme Court on homosexuals' right to privacy; Implications of the ruling for discrimination and sexual misconduct cases in the U.S.

Presents an argument on the context of the book "Love the Sin: Sexual Regulation and the Limits of Religious Tolerance," by Janet R. Jakobsen and Ann Pellegrini. Focus on gay discrimination and right to privacy; Discussion on gay rights and identity; Information on gay rights movement; Connections between sexual freedom and religious freedom.

Presents views on the homosexuality of baseball player Sandy Koufax of the Los Angeles Dodgers, which was revealed by a column in the 'New York Post' newspaper. Reaction of Koufax to the issue; Decision of Koufax to attend his team's training and games; Apologies received by Koufax from the newspaper.

Focuses on the sodomy case, Matthew R. Limon versus the State of Kansas, which involves sex between teenagers. Background of the case; Argument of Limon's lawyer, David Estes, on the Kansas law; Issue in the case.

Pays tribute to literary critic Leslie A. Fiedler who died on Janaury 31, 2003 at the age of 85. Career background; Reputation of Fiedler; Information on his works.

Pays tribute to Sarah Pettit, a gay journalist who died in January 2003. Cause of her death; Contributions as editor of the periodical 'OutWeek'; Personal background.

Reports on the forthcoming closure of the Oscar Wilde Bookshop, a gay and lesbian bookstore at Christopher Street in Greenwich Village in New York City on January 19, 2003. Reason for the closure; History of the foundation of the store; List of some books that can be found in the store.