Author Jason Rhode

Jason Rhode

Chicago Priest Burns Pride Flag Despite Archdiocese Condemnation

The Chicago Catholic Archdiocese ordered one of its priests, Fr. Paul Kalchik, to not burn a Pride flag. However, he proceeded to do so anyway. The clergyman had planned on burning the LGBTQ emblem on Septem...

Grey’s Anatomy Will Introduce First Gay Male Surgeon

Entertainment media has reported that the long-running television series Grey's Anatomy will introduce its first gay male surgeon character. The role of Doctor Nico Kim will be played by the actor Alex Landi. ...

Flying Biscuit’s Chacon: “We’ve all made mistakes,” Says No Future Restaurant Revenue Will Go To Kemp

The Flying Biscuit franchise, a favorite Atlanta eatery, is facing a social media backlash after apparently endorsing anti-LGBTQ politician Brian Kemp. But the general manager of Flying Biscuit Midtown, Wladimi...

Award-Winning Activist Outlines a Path to Progression

Bentley Hudgins, 25, is a noteworthy young activist in the Atlanta LGBTQ community. He currently works for the Georgia Budget and Policy Institute, but Hudgins first came to local notice as an organizer for b...

McCain’s Successor Has Anti-LGBTQ Voting Record

Recently-deceased Arizona senator John McCain will be replaced by a former Republican senator, Jon Kyl, who has a history of opposition to LGBTQ rights. The choice was announced by the governor of Arizona, D...