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GENVOYA?”• Changes in body fat can happen in people who take HIV-1 medicine. These

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legs, arms and face may also happen. The exact cause and long-term healtheffects of these conditions are not known.• Changes in your immune system (Immune Reconstitution Syndrome) can

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General information about the safe and effective useof GENVOYA.

Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a PatientInformation leaet. Do not use GENVOYA for a condition for which it was not prescribed.Do not give GENVOYA to other people, even i f they have the same symptoms you have.It may harm them.This Brief Summary summarizes the most important information about GENVOYA.If you would like more information, talk with your healthcare provider. You can askyour healthcare provider or pharmacist for information about GENVOYA that iswritten for health professionals.For more information, call1-800-445-3235 or go to www.GENVOYA.com.Keep GENVOYA and all medicines out of reach of children.

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Announces candidacyto resume role as‘public servant’

By LOU CHIBBARO [email protected]

Former D.C. Mayor VincentGray mentioned his longstandingsupport for LGBT equality,including same-sex marriage,during a radio interview and newsconference in which he announcedhis candidacy for the Ward 7 CityCouncil seat in the city’s June 14Democratic primary.

Gray offi cially announced hisrun for the Council seat during anappearance on WAMU Radio’s KojoNnamdi Show last week, endingmonths of speculation that hewas considering returning to D.C.politics after losing his race for asecond term as mayor in 2014.

“When people ask why I amreturning to the campaign trail, Itell them, ‘Because we have a lotof work to do. If we don’t do it, whowill?’” Gray said in a statementreleased at the WAMU studio.

Since late last year Gray saidhe had been deliberating overwhether to run for the Ward 7

seat, which is held by Democraticincumbent Yvette Alexander, orthe at-large Council seat held byDemocrat Vincent Orange.

In his radio interview Graypointed to a poll showing he helda considerable lead as a candidatefor either of the two seats. Politicalobservers have said his chancesof winning the Ward 7 seat areconsidered greater, in part,because he’s a longtime Ward 7resident and won election to that

seat before going on to win electionas Council Chair and as mayor.Gray talked about his support for

marriage equality during a listenercall-in period on the Nnamdi show.Gay activist and Gray supporterLane Hudson called and askedGray if Alexander’s 2009 voteagainst the city’s gay marriage lawplayed a role in his decision to runagainst her now.

“It did not,” Gray said. “But I thinkyou’re right. I’ve been a strongproponent of issues affecting theLGBT community in the District ofColumbia,” he said in referring toa comment by Hudson that Grayhas supported LGBT rights sincebefore he ran for public offi ce.

“I was chair of the Councilwhen we passed the law to createmarriage equality,” Gray said. “Andyou certainly remember that was aery time. Things have changed a lotin the years since then, thankfully.”

Added Gray: “I tried to geteverybody on the Council to votefor this. There were a couple ofmembers who did not vote for thatand Council member Alexanderwas one of those. I’m sure she hadher reasons for it.”

Earlier in his interview on theNnamdi show and during a newsconference at the WAMU offi cesimmediately after the showGray criticized Alexander for not

adequately addressing constituent-related matters in Ward 7.

Tiffany Browne, director ofcommunications for Alexander’sCounci l offi ce, told the Blade onThursday that Alexander had noimmediate comment on Gray’scandidacy.

“I will say at this time shereally doesn’t have any thoughtsor opinions about today’sannouncement,” Browne said.“It was sort of expected and no

big surprise. Right now she’s justcontinuing to focus on the workthat she’s doing for Ward 7 andher role as chair of the Committeeon Health and Human Services.

Aside from her opposition to themarriage equality bill, Alexanderhas been supportive of other LGBT-related bills and issues during hertenure on the Council. She wasco-introducer of a bill approvedby the Council on Tuesday thatrequires doctors and otherlicensed health care providers inthe city to undergo “LGBT culturalcompetency” training in continuingeducation programs.

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Gay burglar arrested after Twitter postingsA gay man charged on Feb. 1 with ve counts of burglary was identied by police as a suspect

in a series of break-ins at businesses in downtown D.C. in December and January, according to apolice arrest affi davit led in D.C. Superior Court.

The affi davit says Thomas Matthew Collodel, 33, was tracked down after he allegedly brokeinto the upscale Bentley condominium apartment building at 1328 14th Street, N.W. on Dec. 30and used a computer at the concierge desk to log on to his Twitter account.

“The computer’s browser history indicated that the computer recently had been used toaccess a Twitter page,” the affi davit says. It says the page was Collodel’s Twitter page andincluded photos of him that enabled police to identify him from separate photos captured ofhim by the Bentley’s security cameras.

According to the affi davit, security cameras enabled police to identify Collodel as the allegedburglar at several other downtown and Dupont Circle area businesses in December and

January, including the Iron Gate restaurant at 1734 N St., N.W. and an offi ce building at 1525M St., N.W.

A separate police affi davit says Collodel put up a violent struggle when police spotted himon Jan. 30 walking at 15th and N Streets, N.W. and attempted to arrest him. The affi davit saysCollodel attempted to punch one of the offi cers and kicked the offi cer several times in the groinarea before he was subdued and placed in handcuffs.

“A capped syringe was recovered from defendant Collodel’s person” at the time o f his arrest,the affi davit says.

Charging documents show he was later charged with assaulting a police offi cer in additionto the burglary charges.

Yet another police affi davit dated Feb. 1 says Collodel allegedly “severely damaged” abathroom at Howard University Hospital at some point after being taken there following hisarrest. The affi davit doesn’t mention why he was taken to the hospital.

“The sink and underlying pipes were almost entirely destroyed and water was rushing fromthe pipes,” the affi davit says. “The light xture in the ceiling had been ripped away and themetal electrical box, to which the xture had been mounted, was dangling from the ceiling byelectrical wire,” it says.

Court records show that on Feb. 4 D.C. Superior Court Judge Joseph Beshouri orderedCollodel released from jail, where he had been held since the time of his arrest, and ordered hebe placed at a halfway house. He is scheduled to appear at a felony status hearing on March 1.

Neither Collodel nor his attorney, University of the District of Columbia law professor ColinDurham, could be reached for comment.

Although previous court records listed Collodel as a resident of McLean, Va., the currentcourt charging documents say he had no xed address.

People who know him say he has posted messages on various social media sites in recent

years indicating he was gay and was seeking to meet other men for dates.LOU CHIBBARO JR.

GLAA announces service award winners The Gay and Lesbian Activists Alliance of Washington, D.C., announced on Wednesday that

it has named local LGBT activists June Crenshaw and Sterling Washington and D.C. Offi ce ofHuman Rights Director Monica Palacio as recipients of its 2016 Distinguished Service Award.

The group says it presents the annual award to individuals and organizations that haveserved with distinction the LGBT community in the nation’s capital and the surroundingmetropolitan area.

Crenshaw serves as chair of the Board of the Rainbow Response Coalition, which addresses

issues related to domestic violence affecting the LGBT community. Crenshaw also serves as aboard member and emeritus chair of Whitman-Walker Health as well as a member of the Boardof Governors of the Human Rights Campaign. She previously served on the Community AdvisoryBoard of Lesbian Services Programs and Black Lesbian Support Group at Whitman-Walker.

Washington served as director of the Mayor’s Offi ce of GLBT Affairs for two years under theadministration of Mayor Vincent Gray. Prior to that post, Washington served as Resource andGrant Development Manager for the D.C.-based national group Center for Black Equity andworked on various projects for the D.C. AIDS services group Us Helping Us-People Into Living,Inc.

Palacio, an attorney, has served as the city’s Offi ce of Human Rights director since March2014. She is credited with initiating a groundbreaking six-month OHR study in 2015 thatrevealed anti-transgender job discrimination by 48 percent of city employers. GLAA says in awrite-up that she brings “twenty years of experience in civil rights, strengthening communitiesin crisis and coalition building for social justice.” She previously directed the OHR’s LanguageAccess program and served as a member of the D.C. Commission on Human Rights.

GLAA says the awards will be presented at the group’s 45th Anniversary Reception on April21 at Policy Restaurant and Lounge at 1904 14th St., N.W.

LOU CHIBBARO JR.

WASHINGTONBLADE.COM

06 • FEBRUARY 12, 2016 LOCAL NEWS

Former D.C. Mayor VINCENT GRAY isrunning for the Ward 7 Council seat.

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Ark. offi cials re victimof ‘cyber hate crime’

By LOU CHIBBARO [email protected]

A gay teacher at a high school in asuburb of Little Rock, Ark., was red fromhis job in October after an unidentiedcomputer hacker gained access to avideo of him and an adult male partnerhaving sex and posted the video le onhis school’s website, where it was viewedby students.

Brian Cody Bray, 29, said he was“mortied” when a co-worker at theschool informed him by phone on Sept.29 while he was home on sick leave thatthe video had been posted on his facultypage on the website of Maumelle CharterHigh School in Maumelle, Ark.

“Pretty much immediately after thatphone call I went to the bathroom andthrew up,” Bray told the WashingtonBlade. “I was just in shock that oh myGod, this is something that will impactmy career, impact my life and what am Igoing to do?”

The school’s principal and the executivedirector of the school district summonedhim to a meeting the following week,where he said he attempted to explainthat someone hacked into his emailaccount and apparently gained access tohis user names and passwords for various

accounts, including his account with theonline le storage site known as DropBox.

Among other things, the DropBoxfolder contained “a video recording ofan intimate encounter between myselfand another informed, consentingadult male,” Bray wrote on a website herecently created to explain an incidentthat he calls a cyber hate crime.

According to screen shots of his DropBoxsite, the hacker changed the name of theDropBox folder in which the video le wasstored from “Private” to “FagTeachBray,” a

clear sign, Bray says, that the hacker hadtargeted him because he’s gay.He said that although he didn’t discuss

his sexual orientation with students itwas widely known at the school that heis gay. Bray taught several math classesand physics.

The video was rst posted on the schoolwebsite on Monday, Sept. 28, accordingto a posting time stamp on the site,Bray said. On that same day, someoneidentifying himself as “Jonathan” begansending text messages to one of Bray’sstudents telling the student that histeacher Bray was a “fag” and that thestudent should look at the video.

Bray, who posted a screen shot ofthe text message exchanges between“Jonathan” and the student, said he

believes that “Jonathan” is the hacker,whom Bray doesn’t believe is a student.The student who received the textmessages reported that the sender hadhis own cell phone number blocked onhis text messages.

According to Bray, he had the student’sphone number on his computer lesalong with the numbers of other studentswho he sometimes called about school-related activities. He believes the hackerobtained those numbers when he or shegained access to his personal les.

Bray said he was not surprised whenschool district executive director RobMcGill and school principal Kimberly Willisinformed him at an Oct. 8 meeting that theyhad no alternative but to terminate him.

“Of course I had to be dismissed atthe time because I had lost any kind ofauthority with my students there,” Braysaid he was told. He initially didn’t disagreewith that assessment, he told the Blade,noting that he wasn’t emotionally readyto return to the classroom and resumeteaching.

But he said he now believes schooloffi cials acted unfairly by refusing toprovide him with severance pay and bysuggesting to the school communitythat he was at fault for what happeneddespite his explanation that the videowas posted to the school website by amalicious hacker.

McGill and Willis didn’t immediatelyrespond to calls from the Blade seekingcomment.

School offi cials also led an ethicscomplaint against him with the ArkansasProfessional Licensure Standards Board,which has authority to revoke teachers’licenses, on grounds that he had at leastsome responsibility for the posting of apornographic video on the school’s website.

On Jan. 12, following what Bray said

was a thorough investigation, includingan examination of his DropBox les andrecords, the board determined there wasinsuffi cient evidence that he violated theethics code for Arkansas educators, Braysaid he was informed by the board in awritten notice.

Bray said that school offi cials initiallytold him they reported the incident tothe Maumelle Police Department andpossibly the Pulaski County’s Sheriff’sOffi ce. He said he was told the FBI was alsoinvestigating the case. But he later learnedwhen contacting the police that no offi cialreport had been led by the school.

He has since led his own policecomplaint, Bray told the Blade, but heisn’t sure any of the local law enforcementagencies, including the FBI, are seriouslyinvestigating the case.

Debra Green, a spokesperson for theFBI Field Offi ce in Little Rock, said, “Itwould be inappropriate for us to makea comment at this time,” on the Braycase. Offi cials with the Maumelle Policeand Pulaski County Sheriff’s Offi ce didn’timmediately respond to calls from theBlade seeking to determine if they areinvestigating the case and attempting toidentify the hacker.

Arkansas doesn’t have a state hatecrimes law, preventing the case frombeing prosecuted as a hate crime ifa suspect is eventually identied andarrested. Under Arkansas’s criminal code,the type of computer hacking committedby the suspect against Bray is considereda felony offense.

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Woman gets jail time in Philly attackA woman was sentenced to ve to 10 months in jail on Monday for a group

attack on a gay couple in the Center City neighborhood of Philadelphia.Kathryn Knott, a police chief’s daughter, was part of a 15-person group

that verbally and physically assaulted Zachary Hesse and Andrew Haught. Shewas convicted by a jury in December of four misdemeanors - simple assault,conspiracy to commit simple assault and two counts of reckless endangerment inthe attack against the couple.

The victims testied that Knott, who is from Southampton, Pa., yelled an anti-gay slur at them and threw a punch at Hesse.“While there were homophobic slurs that initiated this event, it could have been

any type of hateful slur,” Common Pleas Court Judge Roxanne Covington said.Covington continued that the attack “is a violation of human rights and this

court recognizes it as such,” Philly.com reported.In addition to jail time, Knott, 25, was ordered to attend anger management

classes and must stay out of Philadelphia during her two year probation,according to Philly.com.

Hesse and Haught were punched multiple times with Haught being knockedto the ground bleeding and semiconscious.

Haught testied that Knott and her friends seemed “carefree” leaving thescene of the attack, which was captured on surveillance video. He said he“cannot get past” that Knott and her friends “left us.”

Knott told Hesse and Haught “I am so sorry for what happened to you both,”and asked for the couple’s forgiveness. She said the incident “has educatedpeople, me included.”

MARIAH COOPER

WASHINGTONBLADE.COM

08 • FEBRUARY 12, 2016 NATIONAL NEWS

BRIAN CODY BRAY says someone hacked hiscomputer and stole a video of him having sexwith a consensual male partner, then postedthe le to his school’s site.

PHOTO COURTESY OF BRAY

Gay teacher’s sex video stolen, posted to school site

A Philadelphia jury on Dec. 18, 2015, convicted KATHRYN KNOTT , center, on fourcounts related to an attack on a gay couple in 2014.

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By MICHAEL K. [email protected]

CONCORD, N.H. — Supporters of U.S.Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) who weregathered in a high school gymnasium inConcord, N.H., on Tuesday enthusiasticallycheered when they learned he had wonthe New Hampshire Democratic primary.

MSNBC and other cable networksprojected that Sanders had defeated formerSecretary of State Hillary Clinton shortlyafter all of the polls had closed at 8 p.m.

A man began dancing inside theConcord High School gymnasium whileholding a Sanders sign. Others began

chanting “Bernie Sanders not for sale”and “Bernie Sanders has our back. Wedon’t need no super PAC.”

A woman wearing a hijab and severalmen of color were among those whowere standing on a set of risers that hadbeen set up behind the podium fromwhich Sanders spoke. The “Rocky” themesong played in anticipation of the self-described Democratic Socialist’s arrival.

The crowd erupted in applause — andeven stomped the oor with their feet— as Sanders and his family enteredthe gymnasium. Clinton nished givingher concession speech at Southern NewHampshire University in Hooksett lessthan 10 minutes earlier.

“I’m really very happy to see himwin,” Myna Proal of Newmarket told the

Washington Blade.Sanders supporters with whom the

Blade spoke in the days leading up tothe primary said they were excited tovote for him.Minh Nguyen of Manchesterdescribed Sanders as a “very honest man.”

“I’m supporting Sen. Sanders becausehe really is there looking out for everydaypeople like me,” he told the Blade.

Katharine Demers, a senior at ConcordHigh School who lives in Concord, votedfor the rst time on Tuesday.

She told the Blade before Sanders

spoke to his jubilant supporters that hissupport of LGBT rights is one of the mainreasons why she voted for him.

“That was huge for me,” Demers said.“He was so bold and he grew up in adifferent era, but it’s still okay. I was likeyes, this is so cool.”

Sanders defeated Clinton by a 60-38percent margin.

Donald Trump won the Republicanprimary with 34 percent of the vote. OhioGov. John Kasich came in second with 16percent.

“He’s a genuine candidate,” said AlonaBrosh, a senior at the University of NewHampshire whose parents who live in

Chantilly, Va., on Feb. 4.Brosh was among the students who

were at the University of New HampshireOffi ce of Multicultural Student Affairsbefore a debate between Sanders andClinton that took place on campus.

Casey O’Dea, a student from East Lyme,Conn., who is president of Trans UNH, asupport group for trans and gender non-conforming students, told the Blade thathis views “line up with” those of Sanders.Evan Smith, a sociology and justice studiesmajor from Portland, Maine, agreed.

“He was a lot more relatable thanHillary Clinton,” Smith told the Blade,referring to the Sanders rally he attendedon campus last fall. “You could actuallytell really where he stood on topics.”

Mo Baxley, a former member of theNew Hampshire House of Representatives,made a similar point as she spoke insupport of Sanders during the NewHampshire Democratic Party’s annualfundraiser that took place at Manchester’sVerizon Wireless Arena on Feb. 5.

“Bernie stood up for the LGBTcommunity 30 years ago when it wasn’teasy,” Baxley told the Blade. “He just didit because instinctively he knew it was theright thing to do.”

“He stood with us and I’m standing withhim,” she added.

Landslide victoriesfor anti-establishmentcandidates

By CHRIS [email protected]

MANCHESTER, N.H. — Donald Trumpand Sen. Bernard Sanders were thewinners by signicant margins Tuesdayin the New Hampshire presidentialprimaries for their respective parties.

Major media outlets declared bothcandidates the winners of the contestsimmediately after polls closed in the stateat 8 p.m.

With 89 percent of precincts reporting,Trump claimed 35 percent of the vote inthe Republican primary, followed by JohnKasich at 16 percent, Ted Cruz at 12, and

Jeb Bush and Marco Rubio at 11 percent.Each of the other candidates earned

less than 10 percent of the vo te, includingChris Christie, who was considered tohave badly needed a win in the state. All

eyes were also on Rubio after his third-place nish in Iowa to see his if his widelypanned debate performance Saturdaywould affect his New Hampshire results.

On the Democratic side, with 89 percentof precincts reporting, Sanders won60 percent of the vote compared to 38percent won by Hillary Clinton. Sanderssecured a decisive win in the state after avirtual tie with Clinton in Iowa.

Consistent with his pledge inthe campaign, Trump said during hisvictory speech in Manchester “we’re goingto start winning again.”

Kasich, taking the prize as the“establishment” winner in New Hampshireamong Republican candidates, pledged inhis speech at the Grappone ConferenceCenter in Concord to lead followers “tosolve the problems of America.”

Christie, following a poor showing inNew Hampshire, said he’s “taking stock”of the situation, which could be a signalhe will soon drop out of the race.

Celebrating his victory at Concord HighSchool, Sanders seemed to wipe awaya tear from his eyes and he thanked

supporters who campaigned for him inNew Hampshire.

“Together, we sent a message that willecho from Wall Street to Washington,from Maine to California, and that is thatthe government of our great countrybelongs to all of the people and not just ahandful of wealthy campaign contributorsand their Super PACs,” Sanders said.

In her concession speech at SouthernNew Hampshire University, Clintoncongratulated Sanders on his win, buttook a page from his book by pledging totackle campaign nance reform and reinin Wall Street.

“We also agree that Wall Street cannever be allowed to again threaten MainStreet, and I will ght to rein in Wall Street,”Clinton said. “And you know what? I knowhow to do it. So when I tell you no bankcan be too big to fail and no executive toopowerful to jail, you can count on it.”

Seemingly taking a knock at Trump andthe nature of his campaign, Clinton said,“People have every right to be angry, butthey’re also hungry, they’re hungry forsolutions. What are we doing to do?”

Gregory Angelo, president of LogCabin Republicans, said voters in NewHampshire made “two bold choices” withthe selection of winners in the primary.

“Democrats made the decision tosupport a candidate with a genuinerecord of supporting the LGBT communitywhen it mattered; Republicans inthe Granite State chose a candidateopposed to discrimination based onsexual orientation,” Angelo said. “LogCabin Republicans does not endorse inprimaries and we still have a long wayto go before either party has a nominee,but tonight the people of New Hampshireshould be commended for setting thetone of subsequent primaries by standingon the side of equality while the eyes ofthe nation were focused on them.”

The next contests in the presidentialrace are Nevada and South Carolina. InNevada, the Democratic caucus is setfor Feb. 20 and the Republican caucusis set for Feb. 23. In South Carolina,the Republican primary is set for Feb.20 and the Democratic primary isset for Feb. 27.

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KATHARINE DEMERS, a senior at Concord High School in Concord, N.H., on Feb. 9, voted in herrst New Hampshire primary.

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Buckley blasts Sen. Ayottefor marriage opposition


MANCHESTER, N.H. — The chair of the NewHampshire Democratic Party on Monday saidit would be “unfortunate” if Donald Trumpwins his state’s Republican primary.

“It would be very unfortunate for theprimary if he was successful,” Ray Buckley

told the Washington Blade.Buckley, who is gay, spoke with theBlade in a coffee shop in downtownManchester that is across the street froma group of windows in an offi ce buildingthat has dozens of Trump campaign signstaped to it.

The former member of the NewHampshire House of Representativesdescribed Trump as “outrageous” andsomeone who “crosses the line in nearlyevery instance.” Buckley also told theBlade that the Republican Party has “been

feeding that sort of behavior as a way toundermine” President Obama.“Now it’s coming back and biting them

in the ass,” said Buckley.Buckley spoke with the Blade a couple

of hours before a gay man challengedU.S. Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) over hisopposition to marriage rights for same-sex couples at a Manchester restaurantthat the family of gay New HampshireExecutive Councilman Chris Pappas ownsand operates. Trump himself later in theday spoke to thousands of his supportersat the nearby Verizon Wireless Arena.

“It’s all hate and fear and gloom anddoom,” Buckley told the Blade, referringto the Republican presidential candidatesand their rhetoric ahead of the primary.“It’s just trying to scare the bejesus out of

the voters.”Buckley said this rhetoric counters

that from the Democratic presidentialcandidates.

“Both Hillary Clinton and BernieSanders are bringing a positive messageof hope, talking about how we can makeAmerica better,” he told the Blade.

Both Clinton and Sanders on Feb. 5spoke at the New Hampshire DemocraticParty’s annual fundraiser that also tookplace at the Verizon Wireless Arena.

Sanders, a self-described Democratic

Socialist, highlighted his vote against theDefense of Marriage Act in 1996. Clinton forher part referenced anti-LGBT discriminationin her speech to the thousands of peoplewho attended the event.

Buckley is also a vice-chair of theDemocratic National Committee. TheNew Hampshire Democratic Party andthe DNC prevent him from publiclyendorsing a specic candidate.

Buckley in response to a questionabout issues that have not beendiscussed ahead of the primary said that

both Sanders and Clinton have “prettymuch covered it all.” Buckley criticizedthe Republican candidates for not talkingabout the ongoing water crisis in Flint,Mich., in Saturday’s debate that took placeat St. Anselm College in Manchester.

“Their talking points and discussions areso far off the edge and of the mainstream,”he told the Blade. “I watch those debatesand it’s just baffl ing to me how they thinkthat they’re going to get back to the centerfor the general election.”

Buckley during the interview alsocriticized U.S. Sen. Kelly Ayotte (R-N.H.),who is facing a challenge from DemocraticNew Hampshire Gov. Maggie Hassan.

Buckley noted Ayotte’s opposition tomarriage rights for same-sex couples,even though the majority of New

Hampshire Republicans support theissue. He also criticized her over herpositions against raising the minimumwage and increased gun safety measures.

“These are overwhelmingly positionsthat she’s against the people of NewHampshire,” said Buckley.

Buckley predicted that Ayotte inNovember will lose to Hassan.

“I just don’t see that she has the sort ofwarmth and connection with the peopleof New Hampshire that (U.S. Sen.) JeanneShaheen has,” Buckley told the Blade.

Buckley throughout the interview praisedNew Hampshire residents who vote in theirstate’s rst-in-the-nation primary.

“It is really something we take veryseriously,” he told the Blade. “While itmight look really fun on television, tomost voters it’s work. They interview thecandidates. They go out and go and meetwith them and talk with them.”

Buckley said that New Hampshirevoters also help raise awareness ofissues, such as heroin and opiate usethat has reached epidemic levels in the

state and around the country. He addedthat the primary and the Iowa caucusesin recent election cycles have also proventhat speaking against marriage rights forsame-sex couples is no longer an effectivecampaign strategy.

“[New Hampshire is] uniquely qualiedto have the rst primary because we reallyencourage participation,” Buckley told theBlade. “Civil responsibility is very muchpart of being from New Hampshire.”

Buckley also responded to critics ofNew Hampshire’s rst-in-the-nationprimary who say the state is small andlacks diversity.

He noted the large Latino and African-American populations in Nevadaand South Carolina, which hold theirrespective caucuses and primaries laterthis month. Buckley added that LGBT-specic issues and other concerns “getbrought forward” in the four early votingstates that “probably wouldn’t be in someof the other states.”

“So for our community, New Hampshireplays a critical role,” he said.

Baxter campaigns for Clinton in N.H.MANCHESTER, N.H. — Actress Meredith Baxter is among those who traveled

to New Hampshire ahead of the state’s primary to campaign on behalf o f formerSecretary of State Hillary Clinton.

“I don’t remember a time when we had a candidate that was exquisitelyprepared to be the president,” Baxter told the Washington Blade on Feb. 5during an interview at the New Hampshire Democratic Party’s annual fundraiserthat took place at Manchester’s Verizon Wireless Arena.

Baxter spoke with the Blade hours after she and other Clinton supporterswent door-to-door in Manchester during a snowstorm. They also canvassed inNew Hampshire’s Lakes Region on Sunday before the Super Bowl.

Baxter noted Clinton’s work in support of health care reform in the 1990s duringher husband’s presidency. She also pointed out that the former secretary of state“leaned across the aisle” in the U.S. Senate when she represented New York.

Baxter told the Blade that Clinton “understands all the dynamics” ofinternational issues because she is a former secretary of state. Baxter alsoquestioned the way that U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) would respond to the

so-called Islamic State.“She has a wealth of information in her head already,” said Baxter. “Sanderscan talk about it a little bit and then he has to cut to Wall Street.”

Baxter told the Blade that Clinton’s support of marriage rights for same-sexcouples and other LGBT-specic issues are “icing on the cake.”

Baxter, who starred in “Family” and “Family Ties” in the 1970s and 1980s, cameout as a lesbian in 2009.

Baxter during the interview criticized the Republican presidential candidates.She specically singled out Donald Trump for his rhetoric and overall style onthe campaign trail.

“For the most part it’s disheartening to see what they have reduced themselvesto,” said Baxter. “Trump set the level and it seems like everyone raced to meet it.He’s being ugly, he’s being rude.”

Baxter described Ohio Gov. John Kasich as the only Republican candidate“who has anything to offer.”

“He’s terrible on social issues, but at least he’s a man you can have a discussionwith,” said Baxter.

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New Hampshire Democratic Party Chair RAY BUCKLEY in downtown Manchester, N.H., on Feb.8.


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Trump calls Cruz a ‘pussy’ at rally

MANCHESTER, N.H. — On the eve of the primary in New Hampshire, Donald Trumpsought to energize supporters by apparently quoting a female attendee who called oneof his chief rivals for the Republican nomination a “pussy.”

Trump made the remarks at a rally in the Verizon Wireless Arena, where attendeesbraved the snow that fell throughout the day to see the Republican presidential front-runner.

Although the Washington Blade couldn’t distinctly hear the attendee, Trump drewattention to her words after he was talking about the performances of his competitorsat the most recent Republican debate, including that of Ted Cruz.

“She just said a terrible thing,” Trump said. “You know what she said? Shout it outbecause I don’t want to say it. You’re not allowed to say — and I never expect to hearthat from you again. She said — I never expect to hear that from you again — she said,‘He’s a pussy.’”

The audience roared with applause as Trump chastised the attendee in a way thatdidn’t seem serious, saying, “What kind of people do I have here?”Recalling earlier criticism he faced in the press for not correcting a rally attendee who

called President Obama a Muslim, Trump said, “I want to just tell you right now, ma’am,you’re reprimanded, OK? Can she stay? Can she stay? You’re reprimanded. So, for thepress, this is a serious reprimand.”

The Blade placed a call to the Cruz campaign seeking comment on Trump’s use ofthe epithet.

In addition to mocking Cruz, Trump also took a jab at Marco Rubio for his widelypanned debate performance on Saturday, saying the U.S. senator from Florida was“sweating like a dog” and having a “hard time.”

Attendees in the audience waved signs bearing Trump’s campaign slogan “MakeAmerican Great Again” as others had black sweatshirts with “Trump 2016” across thefront. On at least two occasions, security escorted out of the building protesters whoheckled Trump. The candidate pointed out the protestors, saying he enjoys them at hisevents because that’s the only time cameras turn to the audience and show its size.

One participant walked around the lower oor in a suit and haircut resembling Trumpin apparant attempt to impersonate the candidate. Trump pointed him out, saying, “Ihope I don’t look like that.” The candidate called on the Trump impersonator to join himon stage, but the attendee stayed away.

Trump bragged about enjoying a double-digit lead in the polls ahead of the NewHampshire primary, saying “We’ve been No. 1 in the polls every single week.”

Much of Trump’s remarks consisted of repeating pledges he made throughout hiscampaign, such as building a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border; protecting the SecondAmendment right to bear arms; and repealing and replacing Obamacare with a healthcare system that enables competitive bidding on drugs and prevents people from“dying in the streets.” Trump pledged to restore “Merry Christmas” to the Americanlexicon, triggering big applause.

When Trump noted comments from the Mexican president that his country won’t payfor a wall along the border, Trump quipped, “The wall’s going to just get bigger when hehas the attitude.”

CHRIS JOHNSON

Rubio drops in for lunch,ofends gay patron

MANCHESTER, N.H. — It would have simply been another snowy Monday inFebruary in my hometown if the eyes of the political world weren’t squarelytransxed upon the Queen City on the eve of the New Hampshire primary.

I arrived at the Puritan Backroom, which is a landmark in Manchester’s NorthEnd, shortly after noon.

The hostess brought me to a small booth near the bar that provided ampleroom for me to work on my laptop.

I ordered fried New England clams with green beans, a small Greek saladand a diet coke before I began to transcribe my interview with New HampshireDemocratic Party Chair Ray Buckley that I did earlier in the day at a coffee shopin downtown Manchester. The waitress who took my order brought it to thebooth about 20 minutes later.

I ate a handful of clams as I continued to transcribe my interview.A few minutes later a commotion that was coming from the other side of my

booth caught my attention. I took off my headphones, looked up from my laptopand saw U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) and his 8-year-old son Dominick greetingsome of my fellow diners.

I quickly grabbed my iPhone from which I was transcribing my interview

and my camera and joined the press scrum that was surrounding the FloridaRepublican in front of the bar.

Rubio seemed genuinely relaxed as he spoke to diners and Puritan Backroomemployees. He even told his son that he would order for him the restaurant’sfamous chicken tenders.

I returned to my booth about 10 minutes later, and uploaded the pictures thatI had taken to my my laptop. I then watched Rubio speak with the three peoplewho were sitting at a table across from me.

I began to once again eat my lunch as Rubio walked to the other side of thelarge dining room and greeted more people. I quickly nished transcribing myinterview, and before I knew it the Florida Republican and his entourage had leftthe restaurant.

My waitress told me that Donald Trump is the only presidential candidate

who has yet to visit the Puritan Backroom that gay New Hampshire ExecutiveCouncilman Chris Pappas’ family owns and operates. Her response to myquestion — and in particular the almost blaze way she answered it — did notsurprise me, considering that presidential candidates regularly visited the highschool from which I graduated a few months after the 2000 primary.

My alma mater, the University of New Hampshire, is also a popular destinationfor White House hopefuls.

I left the Puritan Backroom around 2 p.m. and drove across the MerrimackRiver to attend a Rubio campaign event at a restaurant in the town of Goffstown.I arrived about half an hour later and read a New York Times article that saida gay man at the Puritan Backroom had had a testy exchange with the FloridaRepublican over his opposition to marriage rights for same-sex couples.

I honestly had no idea that the exchange had even taken place while I wasthere because the booth in which I was sitting was on the other side of the diningroom. I nevertheless used a lot of colorful language to describe the fact that Iwasn’t the one who had broken the story.

The New York Times reported that Timothy Kierstead asked the FloridaRepublican at the Puritan Backroom in the city’s North End, “Why do you want toput me back in the closet?”

Rubio told Kierstead that he can “live any way you want.” The New York Timesreported the Florida Republican reaffi rmed his opposition to marriage rights forsame-sex couples.

“That’s your belief,” responded Kierstead, according to the New York Times.The New York Times said that Kierstead, who is married, pointed out that

same-sex couples can legally marry in New Hampshire and across the country.Rubio reportedly ended the tense exchange by telling him that he respects “youropinion.”

“Typical politician,” said Kierstead, according to the New York Times.The New York Times reported that a 92-year-old woman who was also at the

restaurant asked Rubio whether U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) is gay.MICHAEL K. LAVERS

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Gay Sanders supportervisits Granite Statefor rst time


BEDFORD, N.H. — Jay Lassiter, a self-described “gay guy from New Jersey,”and two students from Mount HolyokeCollege in Massachusetts on Feb. 6 werestanding on the edge of a snow-coveredparking lot outside of a campaign rallyfor New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie in theManchester suburb of Bedford.

Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan andMassachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker were onstage with Christie as he spoke to hundredsof his supporters. Lassiter and the twoMount Holyoke College students who wereoutside were holding signs that described

Christie as a “con man” and a “fraud.”“I had to endure him vetoing my right

to marry my partner,” Lassiter told theWashington Blade, referring to Christie’sveto of a bill that would have extendedmarriage rights to same-sex couples inNew Jersey. “I wanted to come up andenjoy watching his campaign go up inames rsthand.”

Emily Myers, one of the Mount HolyokeCollege students who is originally fromNew Mexico, nodded in agreement.

“His whole approach to politics is

incredibly wrong and self-serving,” shetold the Blade.Lassiter and Myers are among those

who are not from New Hampshire whohave traveled to the state ahead of itsrst-in-the-nation primary.

The Human Rights Campaign, whichhas endorsed former Secretary of StateHillary Clinton, opened an offi ce on ElmStreet in downtown Manchester.

National Gay and Lesbian Chamber ofCommerce President Justin Nelson, Outand Equal CEO Selisse Berry and actressMeredith Baxter are among those whohave come to New Hampshire in recentdays to campaign in support of theformer secretary of state. Gay New YorkCongressman Sean Patrick Maloney wasalso in Manchester, which is the state’slargest city, over the weekend to canvasson behalf of Clinton.

U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) inrecent days has campaigned on behalfof former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush in NewHampshire. Former rst lady BarbaraBush on Feb. 4 pushed her walkerthrough the snow as she arrived at acampaign event for her son in Derry.

Leslie Harkins of Jamestown, R.I.,and Kathy Flanagan of Columbia, Md.,were among the members of the“fabulous force” of Clinton supporters

who canvassed on her behalf in NewHampshire’s Lakes Region. JeffreyMarburg-Goodman, a gay man whoowns an apartment in Dupont Circle,on Tuesday was to have stood outside apolling place in Wolfeboro, a town on theeastern shore of Lake Winnipesaukee inwhich former Massachusetts Gov. MittRomney owns a home.

“It’s really, really important for my littleteeny, tiny voice to be heard,” Harkins told

the Blade on Sunday as she and Flanaganwatched the Super Bowl at the Tilton Innin Tilton with other Clinton supporters.

Harkins earlier in the day spoke with 10people.

She conceded to the Blade that peoplein New Hampshire are known for their“pretty curmudgeonly kind of attitudes.”Harkins, who is originally from Maine,said the people — including a 78-year-oldwoman who invited her into her home —with whom she spoke were “wonderful.”

“I feel really good about being here,”said Harkins.

Flanagan drove to New Hampshirefrom her home in Maryland in order tocampaign in support of Clinton.

She told the Blade that she feels “verystrongly about Hillary.” Flanagan wasalso quick to criticize the Republicanpresidential candidates over their stanceon LGBT-specic issues and PlannedParenthood.

“The Republicans want to go backwardsand have men controlling women’sbodies again,” she said.

Deroux Alexander, a gay man from Jamaica who now lives in New York,traveled to New Hampshire for the rsttime this past weekend to volunteer onbehalf of U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.)’scampaign.

He and other supporters of the self-described Democratic Socialist canvassedin Concord.

“We were generally warmly received,”Alexander told the Blade on Monday duringa telephone interview from New York.“People are very serious about their politics.”

Alexander said he took note of the

plethora of campaign signs that had beenplaced on the sides of the interstate. Healso told the Blade that there “was a lot”of snow on the ground while he was inNew Hampshire.

“I can’t wait until Tuesday,” saidAlexander. “My heart is still in NewHampshire.”

Va. House committee kills two anti-LGBT bills

Virginia lawmakers on Tuesday killed two bills that critics contend would haveallowed anti-LGBT discrimination.

Members of the Virginia House of Delegates General Laws Committeetabled House Bill 781, which would have required people to use restrooms inschools and public buildings that correspond to their “biological gender.” HouseBill 385, which would have prevented municipalities from enacting anti-LGBTdiscrimination measures, also failed to get out of committee.

State Dels. Mark Cole (R-Fredericksburg) and Bob Marshall (R-Prince WilliamCounty) introduced HB 781 and HB 385 respective ly.

“Thanks to the help of thousands of supporters contacting their legislators,including parents and transgender youth who wrote letters to their electedrepresentatives and the folks that testied in front of committees, we were ableto defeat these discriminatory bills,” wrote Equality Virginia, a statewide LGBTadvocacy group, on its Facebook page.

The committee tabled the two bills on the same day that Equality Virginia heldits annual lobby day in Richmond.

Members of the Virginia Senate General Laws Committee on Tuesdayapproved Senate Bill 41, which would allow offi cials to deny marriage licenses tosame-sex couples because of their religious beliefs.

State Sen. Charles Carrico (R-Galax) introduced SB 41.“Marriage equality is the law of the land, but SB 41 seeks to foster unfair

discrimination,” said gay state Sen. Adam Ebbin (D-Alexandria) in a statement.“We should be ghting to end that discrimination — not working to protect itunder the false guise of religious freedom.”

A spokesperson for Gov. Terry McAuliffe told the Washington Blade last monththat he would veto SB 41 if it were to reach his desk.

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MANCHESTER, N.H. — During theweek of the presidential primary in NewHampshire, another race was brewingin the state that could pit two openlygay candidates — one Democrat, oneRepublican — against each other.

In a bid to represent New Hampshire’s1st congressional district, ShawnO’Connor, a gay businesspersonand lawyer who founded the collegeadmission advisory rm Stratus Prepbefore selling the company, is competingagainst former Rep. Carol Shea-Porter forthe Democratic nomination.

Meanwhile, on the Republican side, gaybusiness professor Dan Innis — the formerdean of the business school at the Universityof New Hampshire — is for a second timechallenging incumbent Rep. Frank Guinta(R-N.H.) after having lost the Republicannomination to the lawmaker in 2014.

If both candidates succeed inwinning their party’s nomination on theday of the congressional primary on Sept.13, New Hampshire’s 1st congressionaldistrict would be home to a national rst:Two openly gay congressional candidates

nominated by major parties competingagainst each other for a U.S. House seat.In separate interviews with the

Washington Blade, the two candidatesoutlined their visions if elected toCongress — and their plans reveal starkdifferences.

O’Connor said he formed an exploratorycommittee to pursue a congressionalbid in February 2015 before Shea-Porterannounced she’d pursue a sixth runbecause “people are ready for a change.”

“When this race went Republican lasttime, it’s gone back-and-forth betweenthe same two members of Congress forabout 10 years: Carol Shea-Porter andFrank Guinta,” O’Connor said. “I think it’s aseat that the right Democrat can denitelyhold, and therefore, I decided to toss myhat into the ring without knowing whoelse might run.”

Among the items on O’Connor’s agendaare what he called “bread-and-butter”issues: Making it easier for small businessowners to succeed and investing ininfrastructure. According to O’Connor,351 of the bridges in New Hampshire aredesignated as “red list,” which means theyhave a series of documented decienciesgetting worse over time.

But O’Connor, who has endorsedBernard Sanders in the presidential

election, also identied income inequalityas among the issues he wants to tackle.

Until the minimum wage is raised to$15 an hour, O’Connor said he’ll onlyaccept the current minimum wage as asalary from Congress, which would be$15,080 a year, and donate the remaining$159,000 to New Hampshire charities.

“I’m willing to put my money where mymouth is, and I just think it’s immoral toaccept a salary of $174,000 a year andgo around telling people it’s OK to live on$7.25 an hour,” O’Connor said.

Innis said he’s pursuing another bid forCongress because he had a good showing

in the 2014 Republican congressionalprimary, earning 41 percent of the vote inthe race against Guinta.

“Coming in at 41 percent as a rst-timecandidate against a semi-incumbent?That ain’t bad.” Innis said, adding hethinks he took that percentage of the votebecause he ran as “a problem solver, nota political insider.”

But Innis took Guinta to task forallegedly violating campaign nance lawsby taking $355,000 donated to him by hisparents during his rst House campaignin 2010. As a result of a settlement withthe Federal Election Commission, Guintain May 2015 paid a $15,000 ne andagreed to return his parents’ money.

Innis said the donation was unlawfuland shamed Guinta for calling hisopponents liars for bringing it up.

“And the liar was Frank. Period,” Innissaid. “He broke the law, he knew he brokethe law. He denied it for years, and when hewas ned, he tried to further cover it up.”

In terms of policy differences, Innissaid he differs with Guinta in some areas,although he doesn’t think the differenceis terribly dramatic.

“I sit closer to New Hampshire on anumber of social issues, and I’d furtherargue I’m more scally conservative than

just about anyone you’d meet,” Innis said.

For Innis, the No. 1 crisis facing thecountry — in contrast to the views of

others who say it’s the Islamic State ofIraq & Syria or climate change — is thenation’s $19 trillion debt.

“It’s money, and we don’t have enough,”Innis said. “And we spend too much.We’ve got to bring these two things inbalance, and if we don’t the country —and I’m not overstating this — the countryis doomed, right? I understand business.I studied business. I’ve got an advanceddegree in this stuff. So, I’m not blowingsmoke. I know what I’m talking about.We’re doomed.”

Innis was coy about whom he’s backingin the presidential election, but said theway candidates approach LGBT rights issomething he factors into his support.

“There are certain candidates that aremore open to equality issues, and those arethe candidates that I’d certainly get behind,”Innis said. “There are other candidates whoare clearly closed to equality and it’s very,very diffi cult to support them, and youknow who those are.”

In terms of LGBT rights, O’Connoridentied as a priority a federal LGBTnon-discrimination bill known as theEquality Act to “make sure LGBT equalityis complete,” but also said we mustensure the United States is “a real social,moral leader” on international LGBTrights.

“Once we get full equality nationwide,and we’ve accomplished marriage, I thinkthat incorporating LGBT rights more fullyinto our international policy would bereally important, particularly in Africa,”O’Connor said.

Innis said if he’s elected, he’d “pushfor” a federal prohibition on employmentdiscrimination against LGBT people,arguing his position in the Republicancaucus would hasten its passage.

“If you’ve got a majority party that hasthe ability to bring that thing forward, and

then you add someone to the party whois gay and who’s affected by this stuff,who can speak to the other members andleadership, I think the dynamic changes,”Innis said. “It always changes when youget to know someone and when you’vegot them sitting there with you dealingwith the issue, and I do think we’ll havemore success in pushing that forward ifcandidates like me are elected.”

Innis said he couldn’t immediatelycommit to co-sponsoring the EqualityAct, but based on what he heard on thelegislation as described by the Blade saidit “sounds like something that is easy tosupport.”

Both candidates had differing takeson the idea of facing off in the generalelection as a gay candidate against a gayopponent.

O’Connor said it would be “exciting” andreect the progress made on acceptanceof LGBT people in New Hampshire.

“I think the nice thing about it in a wayis in a purple state like New Hampshire— trending blue, but purple — to havetwo LGBT candidates face off in a generalelection really demonstrates that we’rebecoming fully integrated into the politicalsystem, which I think is wonderful,”O’Connor said.

But O’Connor said the national LGBTcommunity should support him if theyboth were to receive their nominationsif Innis won’t back affi rmative action,support women’s reproductive freedom

or ght income inequality.“Dan Innis has a very conservative —he doesn’t have a voting record — butbased on his statements, he’s a prettyconservative candidate,” O’Connor said.“I believe the LGBT community as acommunity has been marginalized fordecades, if not centuries, and there’s aresponsibility to help others.”

Innis expressed skepticism O’Connorwould be able to beat Shea-Porter. If hehad to face off against him in the generalelection, Innis said the gay vs. gay natureof the race “wouldn’t matter” to him.

“I think I’ve dened myself as a candidateon the issues and on my background andmy experience, and people now are usedto the idea and more interested in what Ihave to say on the issues,” Innis said.

They both face challenges in defeatingan incumbent on one hand and one-timeincumbent on the other who have namerecognition in New Hampshire. Innis hasthe added challenge of facing anotherpotential competitor for the Republicannomination: State Rep. Pamela Tucker.

Nathan Gonzalez, editor of theRothenberg & Gonzalez Political Report,said it’s hard to put specic odds onan O’Connor vs. Innis matchup, but it’s“unlikely” both candidates will make it tothe general election.

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Much work ahead for LGBT equality in Md.: report Despite the fact Maryland has enjoyed marriage equality since 2013 and

comprehensive protections based on gender identity since 2014, a report issuedon Feb. 3 by the Human Rights Campaign and the Equality Federation notesthere is still work to do on behalf of LGBT residents.

The second annual State Equality Index assesses statewide LGBT-relatedlegislation and policies, good and bad, in ve areas: parenting laws and policies;non-discrimination laws and policies; hate crimes laws; youth-related laws andpolicies; and health and safety laws and policies. Based on that review, the SEIassigns states to one of four distinct categories. Maryland is included in the

“Building Equality” category—the third highest-ranking of the four.The report notes that although Maryland scored well in parenting lawsthat involve joint adoption, no legislation exists for second-parent adoption,surrogacy laws or consent to insemination.

While anti-bullying rules have been enacted, the report indicates that thereare no statewide school suicide prevention policies, laws to include transgenderstudents in sports, any protections from conversion therapy, laws to addressLGBT youth homelessness, LGBT-inclusive sex education laws, and LGBT-inclusive LGBT juvenile justice policies. Moreover, several shortcomings arenoted in the area of transgender health and safety in the state.

“As we can see, Maryland is on-track to be one of the most progressive statesin the country on LGBTQ legal issues, but we still have a lot of work to do both inupdating policies and making sure that those written policies translate into lived

equality for LGBTQ people and families in Maryland,” Patrick Paschall, executivedirector of FreeState Legal/Equality Maryland, told the Blade.Paschall noted that the organization is arguing in the Maryland Court of

Appeals to “x the inequity” of the state not having de facto parent recognitionor parental presumption for same-sex couples.

To review the full report, visit HRC.org.

Iron Crow announces ‘season of dark play’Iron Crow Theatre, Baltimore’s only queer theater company, unveiled its 2016-

17 season that is being billed as its biggest ever. The new season was announcedat a Champagne reception on Feb. 6 at The Fitzgerald in Baltimore.

The company went dark during 2015-16 as it transitioned to new leadershipheaded by artistic director and CEO Sean El ias. “This season, ‘the season of darkplay,’ explores through a multitude of genres and theatrical mediums the darkgame play that we all partake in, either willingly or forcefully, for pleasure orsurvival, within the modern American experience,” Elias said in a statement.

The theatrical lineup beginning in the fall of 2016 will include: “The Wild Party”(the rst time Iron Crow will present a musical), “Edith Can Shoot Things and HitThem,” “Fucking A,” “Zero Hour,” “”Booty Candy,” and “The Rocky Horror Show.”All but the last show will be presented at the Baltimore Theatre Project.

In addition, Iron Crow Theatre will launch the “Queer: Broaden YourDenition” campaign featuring portraits and stories from Baltimore’s local queercommunity. Queer, as explained by Elias, is dened as “renegade, unorthodoxand not the norm.”

“This campaign invites people to see, hear and experience a piece of the queercommunity that is very much alive here in Baltimore,” said Jeanette Woo ten, IronCrow Theatre’s public relations manager. “This is the rst campaign of its kind inthe theatre’s history.”

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Cuomo blocks ‘conversion’ therapy in N.Y.Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced on Saturday he’s taking executive action

against widely discredited “ex-gay” conversion therapy in New York.“Conversion therapy is a hateful and fundamentally awed practice that is

counter to everything this state stands for,” Cuomo said in a statement. “New Yorkhas been at the forefront of acceptance and equality for the LGBT communityfor decades – and today we are continuing that legacy and leading by example.We will not allow the misguided and the intolerant to punish LGBT young peoplefor simply being who they are.”

The multi-agency regulations ban public and private health care insurers fromcovering the conversion therapy in New York and bar certain mental healthfacilities from conducting the practice on minors.

Jurisdictions in the United States that have banned “ex-gay” therapy for minors

through legislative means are California, D.C., Illinois, New Jersey and Oregon.The practice of conversion therapy, or an attempt to change an individual’ssexual orientation, is widely considered “quack” medicine and opposed by majormental health organizations like the American Psychiatric Association and theAmerican Psychological Association.

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New study nds it doesn’t always ‘get better’

CHICAGO — A new study nds that it doesn’t always “get better” for LGBTteens despite the success of a campaign launched by Dan Savage in 2010.

Discrimination, harassment and assault of LGBT youths remain a problem for

about a third of adolescents, the study found. And it’s often severe, ongoing andleads to lasting mental health problems such as major depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Northwestern News Center reports.

“We tend to think that society is evolving but we can’t just accept this narrativethat ‘it gets better’ and think it gets better for everyone,” said Brian Mustanski,an associate professor in medical social sciences at Northwestern UniversityFeinberg School of Medicine and director of the new Northwestern Institute forSexual and Gender Minority Health and Wellbeing.

Mustanski was happy to see that the majority of the 248 youths in the study(84.6 percent) experienced decreasing levels of victimization over the four years.But 10.3 percent experienced signicant increases in bullying, and 5.1 percentmaintained high levels of victimization over the four years. Mustanski was struckby just how severe the treatment was.

“With bullying, I think people often assume ‘that’s just kids teasing kids,’ andthat’s not true,” Mustanski said. “If these incidents, which might include physicaland sexual assaults, weren’t happening in schools, people would be calling thepolice. These are criminal offenses.”

Mustanski is the lead author of the study published in January in the American Journal of Public Health, which was innovative because it looked at not only thenumber of victimizations teens were experiencing but how severe they were andhow they changed over time.

Researchers nd hormone therapy yields benets

LONDON — Transgender individuals may experience signicant improvementin psychological functioning after as little as three-six months of hormonetherapy, with improved quality of life reported within 12 months of initiatingtherapy by both female-to-male and male-to-female transgender individuals,according to an article published in Transgender Health, a new peer-reviewedopen access journal from Mary Ann Liebert, Inc., publishers, News Medical reports.

Jaclyn White Hughto and Sari Reisner, Fenway Health, Boston Children’sHospital/Harvard Medical School, and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Healthin Boston and Yale School of Public Health in New Haven, Conn., reviewed theevidence from published studies of transgender adults treated with hormonetherapy for gender identity disorder.

The researchers report the changes in mental health status — includingdepression and anxiety — and quality of life outcomes after three-six monthsand 12 months of hormone treatment compared to baseline measures. They

present the study design and results in “A Systematic Review of the Effectsof Hormone Therapy on Psychological Functioning and Quality of Life inTransgender Individuals.”

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We need less rhetoric andmore hard work for change

Chez Pazienza of The Daily Banterput it well: “If You’re Liberal and You

Think Hillary Clinton Is Corrupt andUntrustworthy, You’re Rewarding 25Years of GOP Smears.” Bernie Sandershas yet to face the brutal assaults ofthe GOP war machine in the way Sec-retary Clinton has for decades. Indeed,the Republicans want Sanders to getthe nomination.

Brett Arends of MarketWatch com-piled a list of the terrible things Hill-ary is accused of doing. My favoritesare #12, “Unnamed and unveriablesources have told Peggy Noonan thingsabout the Clintons that are simply tooterrible to repeat,” and #44, “She’s re-ally ambitious and calculating, unlike allthe other people running for president.”Bob Woodward says Hillary is too loud.

Really? Has he heard Senator Sanders?Susan Sarandon slams Hillary for notendorsing marriage equality until 2013.

Is Sarandon aware of the global LGBTrights initiative Hillary launched in De-cember 2011?

Sanders opposed the Defense of Mar-riage Act in 1996 on states’ rights grounds.He endorsed marriage equality in 2009;but in 1982 he described marriage as “alifelong commitment between husbandand wife.” Granted, that was typical forthe time. Few gay activists then focusedon marriage. In 1981, AIDS had hit Ameri-can cities, and D.C.’s rst attempt to re-peal its sodomy law was blocked by Con-

gress. That was the year I came out to myfamily. I didn’t have my rst argumentwith a politician on same-sex marriageuntil 1994, 15 years before D.C. enactedmarriage equality.

D.C.’s marriage equality victory result-ed not from revolution but from strategiz-ing, researching, organizing, drafting, ne-gotiating, messaging and electioneering.It required careful preparation, coalitionbuilding and long-cultivated relationshipswith public offi cials. It ripened via sus-tained work that began long before thenal bill was written.

Those seeking change must honor thestruggle, not just the result. History willrecord the details of the marriage equal-ity effort, and how the community, not

politicians, drove it; in any case, deter-mining who was rst does not chart thecourse ahead. In moving forward, the al-

lies we persuaded will be crucial, as willthe altered expectations of young people.

On Feb. 18, I am to speak to the Gay/Straight Alliance at the high school thatmy father attended in the 1930s. In thosedays it housed Central High. It becameCardozo in 1950 when it was transferredfrom the white school system to the blackschool system. That was before Bollingv. Sharpe desegregated the District ofColumbia Public Schools in 1954. Backthen, someone like me would have beenarrested, not invited to talk to students

about public advocacy.My father adjusted to my being gay.Had he lived longer, he might also haveadjusted to my loving a black man. Hemight have seen his son’s return to hisold school as a small sign of healingacross generations.

Recriminations over who was late tovarious struggles are an indulgence wecan ill afford. Reactionaries are threaten-ing to reverse historic gains. We must notpull apart, but build on victory togetherby showing our nation a better path for-ward. Sanders, to his credit, disavowedthe sexist behavior of some of his sup-porters. But that may only demonstratethe inability of rhetoric to solve a prob-lem.

However frustratingly, we will not sud-denly gain the votes for someone’s idealversion of legislation that could only passimperfectly when Democrats last con-trolled Congress. We build our strengthstep by step, as the black people of Mont-gomery, Ala. did 60 years ago when theywalked to work for over a year ratherthan accept discrimination on municipalbuses.

A seat on a bus is small when weighedagainst the federal Civil Rights Act and theVoting Rights Act that came years later, orthe election of a black man as presidentve decades later. But those early stepswere powerful ones.

The most experienced and best-pre-pared presidential candidate this yearhappens to be a woman. Let us not lookfor excuses to miss the moment, o r makethe perfect the enemy of the good. Wehave too much at stake, and too much

work ahead. Progress does not happenmagically at once. As Shakespeare said,“Ripeness is all.”

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It’s a lot easier to snag a boy for the weekend,or the night, or the moment, with a bit

of honey rather than vinegar.

We can be meaner to oneanother than the bullies were

By BROCK THOMPSON

Let’s face it: As a community we canindeed be our own worst enemy. Fromcutting drag queens to catty comments inthe club, gay men can be just plain nastyto each other at times. Michael Mustowrote on Monday for Out magazine that,“too many times, we try to turn ‘commu-nity’ into ‘mutiny.’” The reason for this is atopic for another column. But what I ndcurious is just how nice we can be onceout of our element.

My friends and I just got back fromAspen Gay Ski Week. Boys, bears, snow,annel, twinks tumbling down mountains,all what you might expect. Gay Ski Weekwas my rst gay destination vacation insome time, and I was astonished as tohow well gays seemed to be treating one

another. In a word, men were just beingnice. While at a party one night, I askedmy friend with whom I was traveling if hehad noticed it too. “It’s the Rehoboth Ef-fect,” he said. Gays are just typically nicer

to each other when they’re on vacation.But why? Informal polling generally fellinto three camps.

First, the fantasy. Gay men can land in just about any city not typically theirs andbe just about anyone they want withouthaving to lie about it. Yes, one could be-come Brock Thompson, sophisticatedman about town — or Brock Thompson,ferocious top, or any other version ofthemselves they typically don’t see them-selves as. Gay men can play just aboutany role knowing that their time there hasan expiration date on it. Once they return

home, there are few repercussions. It’s ashame that sometimes that fantasy playsout as just being a nice person. But, wetake what we can get, right?

Secondly, guys I talked to referred to

the shroud. More accurately, the liftingof the shroud. The postwar gay ock tomajor cities is a curious migration trend.Many of us who came from rural andsmall town America had the idea thatonce safely in the connes of a city, wewould nd ourselves among our ownin some sort of gay utopia. While this ismore or less true, we also learn that asgay men, we can be just as mean to oneanother, sometimes sadly even more sothan the bullies we may have come intocontact with growing up. Once outsidetheir element, some us can li ft the shroud

of insecurity and proceed with greaterease. The old pitfalls and social snaresaren’t around to snag us.

Lastly, the most popular opinion asto why gay men treat each other better

while on vacation is the seduction. Or,as a friend told me when I put the ques-tion to him, “gay men want some.” Thisis more or less true for all of us. It’s a loteasier to snag a boy for the weekend, orthe night, or the moment, with a bit ofhoney rather than vinegar. While mostof our straight counterparts are rational-izing that second dessert because “I’m onvacation,” gay men are still passing ondessert, but trying nonetheless for somesugar using the same justication. Therst two theories here may not really ap-ply to D.C. and Rehoboth, two locationsthat share practically a pipeline betweenthem during the summer months. It’s thesame people, just with a sandy backdropand taffy.

Musto ends his article saying that,“there are enough people out there whoare against us. Let’s target them, not eachother. OK, my fellow queers?” That maybe a bit of a tall order for some of us. Butuntil then, we’ll always have the Rehoboth

Effect.

BROCK THOMPSON is a D.C.-based writer whocontributes regularly to the Blade.

VIEWPOINT

Twitter feminist displays myopic view in backing Sanders

While I applaud those young peopletoday who have a passion for activism,many of them show by their commentsa total lack of understanding of historyor any appreciation for what happenedbefore they were born. This was broughthome to me again in a Washington Poststory highlighting a young 17-year-old ac-

tivist, Alexis Isabel Moncada.According to the column, Moncada hasa Twitter account called @feministculturewith 170,000 followers. Abby Phillip andFrancis Sellers write, “Some have arguedin recent months that Sanders, with hiscalls to end income inequality and make

college free, is arguably the more femi-nist candidate. ‘Hillary doesn’t seem toaddress those huge issues,’ said AlexisIsabel Moncada. She added ‘Clinton’s per-sonal wealth and her life as a former rstlady and secretary of state create a ‘dis-connect with the entirety of women.’”

That this young person can have such amyopic view of the world is attributable toa number of factors. First, there has been

no overwhelming event that has happenedhere in the United States in her lifetime tocaptivate her attention or cause her to takethe time to look at historic perspectives andcauses. Another could be the poor educa-tion she is getting wherever she goes toschool. Another could be she is more inter-ested in gaining Twitter followers than inbeing factually correct or nuanced in whatshe says. The same thing can be said of Ber-nie Sanders, the candidate she is support-ing, but then he is saying simplistic thingsmeant to appeal to her.

The last major event — the terrorist at-tacks of 9/11 — occurred when Moncadawas one year old. So some might ask: Whocan blame her for not understanding theght women have waged for decades totry to pass the Equal Rights Amendment?Or to understand what it meant for femi-

nist leaders like Gloria Steinem, Bella Ab-zug, Barbara Jordan, Ellie Smeal, ShirleyChisholm, Supreme Court Justice RuthBader Ginsburg and a host of others toght for and ensure she had the right to asafe and legal abortion, and the right forall women to control their own health andnot pay more for health insurance simplybecause they are a woman; or the fragilityof keeping those rights.

She is too young to personally know —and apparently never read — the historyof the women’s movement. She doesn’tknow what it meant to women aroundthe world when Hillary courageously wentto Beijing in 1995, when every man in theClinton administration told her not to, tospeak out for woman’s rights and con-demn the Chinese policy of one child perfamily that led to the killing of female ba-bies. To understand if not for women suf-fragettes she still wouldn’t have the rightto vote next year when she turns 18. To

understand when she talks about endingincome inequality that in the history of thenation we have had only men as presidentand not one has managed to do that or en-sure women get equal pay for equal work.

Hillary’s serving as rst lady of theUnited States and Secretary of State have

given her the knowledge and experienceto lead the world. But Moncada is tellingher Twitter followers that relying on a74-year-old white male United States Sen-ator, who has never held a job other thanpolitician and has no major accomplish-ments to his credit, is the better leader tomake progress for women.

She is apparently willing to put her fu-ture into the hands of another old white

man who has never had any role in gain-ing equal rights for women and who lacksexperience in what a president needs todo. In fact at the age of 30 as reported inthe New York Post, Sanders wrote aboutwomen in a newspaper called the Ver-mont Freeman, “A man goes home andmasturbates his typical fantasy, ‘A womanon her knees, a woman tied up, a womanabused. A woman enjoys intercourse withher man as she fantasizes being raped by3 men simultaneously.’” They go on toreport he wrote this “at the time he was

running for both the U.S. Senate and gov-ernor of Vermont on the leftist LibertyUnion Party line.”

We need activists like Moncada. Let’shope she takes the time to educate her-self and gets a broader understanding ofthe world than she has today.

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MARIO AUSTIN Age: 27

Occupation: Marketing professional/yoga instructorIdentify as: Gay

What are you looking for in a mate? I’m looking for a man who’s very comfortable in his ownskin. Condence mixed with an amazing personality go a very long way. I also love a man who

is willing to give yoga a try!Biggest turn-off: Pessimism. Life’s too short to not be grateful for each day.

Biggest turn-on: A killer smile. There’s nothing like a condent guy smiling from ear to ear.Hobbies: I love working out, swimming, reading, writing, traveling and teaching yoga.

Describe your ideal rst date: A fun activity. Whether it’s a go-kart race or trip to a museum, Ialways enjoy dates out of the norm.

Favorite TV show: “The Golden Girls” (of course)Celebrity crush: Michael B. Jordan.

One obscure fact about yourself: I’m very physically exible.

JACQUETTE MCGHEE Age: 36Occupation: Refugee ofcerIdentify as: QueerWhat are you looking for in a mate? Someone who can go anywhere in the world with meand laugh at even the smallest and simplest things that life has to offer. My ideal mate would nottake themselves seriously but at the same time has ambition and passion in whatever they striveto do in life. I tend to be drawn to naturally femme women who have some sort of creative juicesand are independent. Perhaps the most important thing is someone who shows kindness tohumankind and is truly genuine about it on all levels.Biggest turn-off: Rudeness; does not have a passportBiggest turn-on: Speaks more than two languages; beautiful eyes (color doesn’t matter)Hobbies: Travel, ballet, basketball, swimming, pottery, theater, tap dancing, cooking gourmetorganic meals, second-hand shopping in New York City, running to Arabic music, hikingDescribe your ideal rst date: To go to a traditional teahouse and chat to see if there is anychemistry because sometimes people’s characters come out while stewing over a pot of tea.

Favorite TV show: “ Game of Thrones” and “MasterChef Junior”Celebrity crush: Salma HayekOne obscure fact about yourself: I still take bubble baths before I go to bed (not every day)and even though I own a rubber ducky, I don’t include it in the bath sessions.

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ADAM SMITH Age: 33

Occupation: Communications directorIdentify as: Gay

What are you looking for in a mate? I’m looking for a guy who likes and laughs at: himself,my bad jokes, politics and dancing (by both of us).

Biggest turn-off: Weird hang-ups about masculinityBiggest turn-on: A sense of humor, preferably with a beard attached

Hobbies: Playing bocce, watching “30 Rock” reruns, hanging out with friends, traveling when Ican.

Describe your ideal rst date: We have plenty of time to talk and get to know each other.Start with a drink or two at some dark bar and then grab dinner and talk about the new season

of “Broad City.”Favorite TV show: “ 30 Rock”Celebrity crush: Dolly Parton

One obscure fact about yourself: As a teenager, I competed in public speaking tournamentsand attended a national tournament for it once.

OLIVIA CONETTA Age: 24Occupation: ConsultantIdentify as: LesbianWhat are you looking for in a mate? Looking for a (wo)man with a focus and a temper who canopen up a map and see between one and two.Biggest turn-off: A lack of curiosity.Biggest turn-on: The condence that comes from not taking yourself too seriously.Hobbies: Playing guitar in my band, going to concerts, reading, walking around D.C. andhanging with friends.Describe your ideal rst date: Low-key dinner followed by a show or cultural event.Favorite TV show: “ Transparent”

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Identify as: #smart #kind #important #loyal #creative #tall #gayWhat are you looking for in a mate? My ideal mate hatespiña coladas and getting caught in the rain. He’s not much

into yoga. He has half a brain. He likes making love atmidnight wearing Superman capes. He’s singing along in

his head now and in pretty good shape.Biggest turn-off: Closed minds. We don’t have to agree

on everything, but, if you demonstrate you can only see theworld from one perspective without articulating your beliefswith facts, I’ll shut down and move on. Intellectually curious

minds are attractive and keep me interested.Biggest turn-on: A guy who is secure with his uniqueness,

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Describe your ideal rst date: Free breakfast in bed.Favorite TV show: “Broad City.” Those ladies get it.

Celebrity crush: Brienne of Tarth. She could crush anyone.

One obscure fact about yourself: During college summers(‘78, ‘79, ‘80), I read meters for Philadelphia Electric. So I wasbasically in every business, home and basement throughout

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CHRISTOPHER BARNHILL Age: 28

Occupation: Health educator/case managerIdentify as: Gay

What are you looking for in a mate? A guy whounderstands the value of being in a relationship and giving

each other personal space to maintain their individuality,personal friendships and commitment to life goals.

Biggest turn-off: Men who crowd my personal spaceBiggest turn-on: Funny and cute smile

Hobbies: I’m a loner so my hobbies include being athome, spending time with my nephews, giving back to mycommunity, singing and dancing even though I’m terrible

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Describe your ideal rst date: Something that is crafty likepottery or competitive like bowling.

Favorite TV show: “Moesha” (I love Brandy)Celebrity crush: Kendrick Lamar

One obscure fact about yourself: Even though I have hadthe experience of speaking to large groups and been onTV, I’m very nervous in groups and often will nd a way to

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SASANKA JINADASA Age: 22Occupation: Capacity building and community resourcemanager at HIPSIdentify as: Queer hard femmeWhat are you looking for in a mate? Someone who willtake me to taco Tuesday and/or someone who knows theanswer to “what you gonna, what you gonna do with thatdessert?”Biggest turn-off: humanitariansoftinder.comBiggest turn-on: Passionate dorks and good kissersHobbies: Thinking about capitalistic violence and wearingdark lipstickDescribe your ideal rst date: Crepes at Coffy CafeFavorite TV show: “ The Good Wife”Celebrity crush: KajolOne obscure fact about yourself: I eat spicier food thanyou.

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JACKSON BRATTON VERVILLE Age: 23

Occupation: RealtorIdentify as: Gay

What are you looking for in a mate? First and foremost, honesty. I think it’s a necessaryingredient for any meaningful relationship. After that: condence, ambition, spontaneity and a

quick wit.Biggest turn-off: Insecurity. Everyone feels insecure at times but it’s about overcoming those

feelings.Biggest turn-on: My biggest turn on has to be laughter. If you can make me laugh, you’ve sold

me.Hobbies: My hobbies include cooking, anything active, real estate, interior design and travel.

Describe your ideal rst date: My ideal rst date would be something that pushes yourcomfort zone. Instead of grabbing drinks, let’s go do something we both haven’t already done.Favorite TV show: “ Will & Grace”

Celebrity crush: Nyle DiMarcoOne obscure fact about yourself: I was born in the Panama Canal Zone.

CHRIS JAY Age: 35Occupation: Graphic designer/photographerIdentify as: Lesbian?What are you looking for in a mate? I’m looking for a partner. Someone who understandsmy hustle and will support it. It would be awesome if she has a hustle of her own. I am attractedto “go getters” and strong women. She has to have a great sense of humor, knows how to havefun and is outgoing.Biggest turn-off: Someone who is close-minded and feels like they have nothing left to learn.Also someone who is content with their current situation. I need someone who is alwayslooking to do more with life.Biggest turn-on: Someone who makes me laugh. It doesn’t hurt to laugh at my awful jokes

too.Hobbies: Producing and performing in drag and burlesque shows around D.C. Being onstage is such a rush and it is completely addicting.Describe your ideal rst date: I like to keep it simple with a good meal and drinks at a placethat isn’t too loud for good conversation. Anything that allows us to get to know each otherbetter.Favorite TV show: “Drunk History”Celebrity crush: Janet JacksonOne obscure fact about yourself: I love watching shows like “American Dad” and “Archer.” Ihave a very weird sense of humor.





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ALLEN SPAHR Age: 29

Occupation: Graphic artistIdentify as: Gay

What are you looking for in a mate? Someone optimistic,light-hearted, witty, not afraid of new things, active andadventurous, enjoys going out, enjoys staying in just as

much and nds being a smart-ass humorous. (Oh! And theyhave to deal with my trash reality TV watching. Doesn’t have

to understand it, but has to deal with it.)Biggest turn-off: A huge ego.

Biggest turn-on: A huge ... sense of humor.

Hobbies: Traveling, online shopping, hanging with friends,reading from time to time, movies, the usual stuff.Describe your ideal rst date: That’s a tough one. I’d have

to say April 25th. Because it’s not too hot, not too cold. Allyou need is a light jacket.

Favorite TV show: “Friends”Celebrity crush: Channing Tatum

One obscure fact about yourself: Super clumsy, I’musually that person walking into something, falling off of

something or just taking a spill for no reason at all.

TERRANCE LANEY Age: 31

Occupation: Deputy director Mayor’s Ofce of LGBTQAffairs

Identify as: GayWhat are you looking for in a mate? I’m looking forsomeone who has an incredible capacity to love on adeeply spiritual level. My ideal partner is adventurous,

ambitious, humble, patient, forgiving, trusting andtrustworthy.

Biggest turn-off: Impatience, arrogance and men who areself absorbed and inconsiderate of others.

Biggest turn-on: A man who pays attention to detailand knows how to turn the most mundane moments intomagical moments.

Hobbies: I love exercise and tness, travel and the arts.I spend a lot of time at comedy clubs and small concert

venues around the city.Describe your ideal rst date: A really good stand-upcomedy show, you can learn a lot about a person from

watching the things he laughs at. And I am more attractivewhen I smile and laugh.

Favorite TV show: “ Six Feet Under” is the greatest TV showof all time.

Celebrity crush: Odell Beckham Jr.One obscure fact about yourself: I really want to be a

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SARAH SLOCUM Age: 34Occupation: BartenderIdentify as: LesbianWhat are you looking for in a mate? Sense of humor,witty, laid back, active, kind. I wanted to put that into a cleverparagraph, but you got a list instead.Biggest turn-off: Arrogance and being condescending.Biggest turn-on: Tattoos for days and a little bit of sass(well-placed tattoos, of course).Hobbies: Hanging with my dog, Rico; hiking, gym timewith friends

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Occupation: TV personalityIdentify as: Gay

What are you looking for in a mate? Someone who can make me laugh. I want a partnerwho can teach me new things. I want to complement his life, not complete it. I’m looking for an

activity and travel partner and someone to create new experiences with.Biggest turn-off: Rudeness, attitude

Biggest turn-on: A strong, masculine and condent man.Hobbies: Running, tness, travel, movies, Packers and cocktails with friends

Describe your ideal rst date: Three vodka sodas and see where it goesFavorite TV show: “ Shark Tank”

Celebrity crush: Nick JonasOne obscure fact about yourself: I’ve never seen any of the “Star Wars” movies and I don’t

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KRIS OSETH Age: 35Occupation: Psychotherapist in private practice and at Whitman-Walker HealthIdentify as: GenderqueerWhat are you looking for in a mate? A femme who loves trans-masculinity, is self-aware,driven and passionate about what they do. Someone who loves adventure, appreciatescommunity and wants to bring joy into the lives of others. Also, someone who doesn’t mindslowing down, doing absolutely nothing and watching absurd TV shows with me once in awhile.Biggest turn-off: Lack of self-awareness, apathy, transphobia.Biggest turn-on: Kindness, altruism, insight, determination, someone who wants to leave theirmark and a little bit (or a lot) of sass.Hobbies: In all honesty, work keeps me pretty busy, but in my free time I like bodybuilding,watching a game or playing poker with friends, checking out local queer and burlesqueperformance and getting involved with local trans/queer support groups. I’m starting a newLGBTQ harm reduction support group for substance use every third Saturday of the month atthe D.C. Center for the LGBT Community.Describe your ideal rst date: I really love a lot of what is happening in the queerperformance scene. So probably some kind of culinary adventure followed by an evening strollby the water in Georgetown, and then checking out a local show.Favorite TV show: “ Top Chef”Celebrity crush: Lady GagaOne obscure fact about yourself: On my birthday, I don’t eat birthday cake. Donuts are whereit’s at.





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ASHLAND JOHNSON Age: 32

Occupation: Civil rights lawyerIdentify as: Gay

What are you looking for in a mate? A partnership withsomeone who moves me.

Biggest turn-off: TurtlenecksBiggest turn-on: A woman who knows the difference

between a man-to-man and zone. Or a great smile.Hobbies: Sports, infusing bourbon, biking, photography

and vintage camerasDescribe your ideal rst date: Afternoon art exhibit

followed by cocktails and dinner at a cozy bistro. Low lightsand close contact. Witty repartee.

Favorite TV show: “ X-Files”Celebrity crush: Melissa Harris-Perry

One obscure fact about yourself: I can name more than10 different “Star Trek” species.

ALEXANDRA WATERS Age: 28

Occupation: Creative account coordinatorIdentify as: Queer

What are you looking for in a mate? A wild explorercondent enough to choose her own adventure. A creative

spirit with the ability to both waltz intellectually and getdown on a dance oor. A friend with an appreciation for

beautiful anomalies.Biggest turn-off: Jealousy

Biggest turn-on: Watching someone get lost in theirgreatest passion, most recent curiosity or nerdy obsession.Hobbies: Scavenging abandoned objects I can turn intoart, biking ercely through D.C. streets, composing letterssent with stamps, standing breathless in front of beautiful

art and hosting extravagant brunches.Describe your ideal rst date: First, we’d grab coffee.

Once we’re both chatting with the enthusiasm only a rstdate and caffeine could inspire, we’d start walking. MaybeI’d be brave enough to hold your hand, since at this pointI’d be smitten. We’d stumble along hand in hand and see

where the world takes us.Favorite TV show: Let’s talk about books!

Celebrity crush: Melissa Harris-Perry, Rachel Maddow,Anderson Cooper — see the pattern?

One obscure fact about yourself: I was once a drag andburlesque performer so am well versed in the art of glitter

DITO SEVILLA Age: 37Occupation: Bar managerIdentify as: FabulouslyWhat are you looking for in a mate? A mate? I’ve alwayswanted to meet a man with whom I share mutual admiration,attraction and respect, and then the rest would be easy. Well,that’s what they said, but here I am lling this thing out, trollinga newspaper for a date. It’s so retro. This will be in print, right?Biggest turn-off: Self doubt, weakness, cruelty, ugly feet,Bernie Sanders.Biggest turn-on: Self-condence, power, kindness,pedicures, Hillary ClintonHobbies: Insert cliché. I love stuff. I love learning, readingand discussing the little things that make history interesting. Ilove art and photography. I’ve recently been looking for theperfect Honeycrisp apple, and I enjoy all holidays immensely.I love politics, but that’s more a congenital condition than ahobby. I could people watch for hours. Also, I have one of theworld’s best dogs, so I tend to let him decide.Describe your ideal rst date: Creating a lastingconnection for life, or a few hours; I’ve been lucky enoughto have experienced both and can’t recommend either.First dates are wonderful for exploring those aws in eachother that one either nds adorable or awful.Favorite TV show: “ Golden Girls,” “Frasier,” “Seinfeld.” Iknow, I know — but I am 37.Celebrity crush: If dropped from the right height, Oprahcould certainly crush me.One obscure fact about yourself: I’m actually quite shy.But don’t tell anyone.





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Blade singles classof 2015 weighs in

From STAFF REPORTS

SARAH K. BURRIS

What is your relationship status now,one year after being named a BladeMost Eligible Single? In a relationship.Where/how did you meet? Throughfriends.

How was the experience of beingnamed a Blade Most Eligible Single?Did it lead to any dates? It was fun butdidn’t lead to any dates.Any advice to this year’s winners? Apparently you have to campaign towin the whole thing. I totally didn’t knowthat or I probably would have. Don’t justbe one of those people who is like, “If Ideserve it I’ll win” — no. Someone whocampaigns to get the most people to vo tefor them will win.

CHRISTOPHER McVICKERWhat is your relationship status now,one year after being named a BladeMost Eligible Single? I’ve been in arelationship for about two months now.He’s dreamy.Where/how did you meet? Throughmutual friends. We started talking aboutvideogames and it was love at nerd sight.How was the experience of beingnamed a Blade Most Eligible Single?Did it lead to any dates? I got a lotof Facebook messages from randomstrangers and my friends routinelybrought it up around new people to tryand make me blush. It didn’t lead to anydates but I’m terrible at making the rst

move.Any advice to this year’s winners?Congrats! Take advantage of the localstardom and follow up. The peoplereaching out already know somethingabout you and they like what they see.Plus, its an easy conversation starter.

SAM NITZ

What is your relationship status now,one year after being named a BladeMost Eligible Single? I’m recently single

again.Where/how did you meet? Met onOkCupid, dumped after the Redskins losttheir playoff game.How was the experience of beingnamed a Blade Most Eligible Single? Didit lead to any dates? Blade experiencedidn’t lead to any dates unfortunately.Any advice to this year’s winners? Putan email address in your prole/interviewso that people can get in contact with you.

MARK NELSON

What is your relationship status now,one year after being named a BladeMost Eligible Single? In a relationship.Where/how did you meet? My bestfriend introduced us.How was the experience of beingnamed a Blade Most Eligible Single?Did it lead to any dates? Fun night out.Not by anyone I was interested inAny advice to this year’s winners? It’s anumbers game.

VIN TESTA

What is your relationship status now,one year after being named a BladeMost Eligible Single? I am still single.

#ReadytoMingleWhere/how did you meet? n/aHow was the experience of beingnamed a Blade Most Eligible Single?Did it lead to any dates? The experiencewas exciting. It was fun to be recognizedby the Blade and to get myself out into thecommunity. Though it did not lead to anydates, I would do it again in a heartbeat.Any advice to this year’s winners?Attend the party, meet people and besocial. Once the party is over, identifyyour interests/hobbies and enroll/join

a group or organization that caters tothem. I have learned over my past veyears in D.C. that my future husband isnot in these bars/clubs. Most of all, havefun and keep it cute!

MELVIN THOMAS

What is your relationship status now,one year after being named a BladeMost Eligible Single? Taken!Where/how did you meet? OkCupid.How was the experience of being

named a Blade Most Eligible Single -did it lead to any dates? Despite beingridiculed by some of my (supportiveand loving) friends, it opened me up tomeeting new people and reopening someprevious options.Any advice to this year’s winners? Yes— you’re single, but you’re still awesome!Don’t rush into anything, but do takerisks. Risk will lead to growth, that growthmay become an opportunity. Good luck!

REBECCA PILARBUCKWALTER-POZA

What is your relationship status now,one year after being named a BladeMost Eligible Single? Single

Where/how did you meet? n/aHow was the experience of beingnamed a Blade Most Eligible Single - didit lead to any dates? Gillian Andersonnever called.Any advice to this year’s winners?Smile.

EV ELLINGTON

What is your relationship status now,one year after being named a Blade

Most Eligible Single? I have a girlfriend.Where/how did you meet? We met inearly October at our mutual church, AllSouls Unitarian.How was the experience of beingnamed a Blade Most Eligible Single. Didit lead to any dates? It was cool. I can’tsay it lead to any dates, but it denitelybecame a great date conversation topic.It is the rst thing that comes up whenyou Google my name after all!Any advice to this year’s winners? Havefun with the process and just be yourself.

MICHAEL HAMMERSTROM

What is your relationship status now,one year after being named a BladeMost Eligible Single? Dating, but still onthe market!Where/how did you meet? n/aHow was the experience of beingnamed a Blade Most Eligible Single? Didit lead to any dates? The best part wasthat my friends and co-workers outsideof the LGBTQ community thought I was arock star. It made for a great conversationstarter on dates.Any advice to this year’s winners?Enjoy the party and bring a posse.

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Standing from left are VIN TESTA, MICHAEL HAMMERSTROM, MAUREEN MCCARTY, REBECCA PILAR-BUCKWALTER-POZA, DOUGIE MEYER and MARK NELSON. Seated from left are SARAH BURRIS, JOANNA CIFREDO, MICHELLE RAYMOND and Devin Barrington Ward .


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‘Drag Race’ judge tohost Blade singles partythis weekend

By JOEY DiGUGLIELMO [email protected]

Michelle Visage, the no-holds-barred judge on “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” says sheloves Town, D.C. in general, (Town owner)Ed Bailey and gay life here. She’ll be herethis weekend for the Blade’s Most EligibleSingles contest and says she’s “up forwhatever they want me to do.” We caughtup with her by phone this week from herLos Angeles home. Her comments have

been edited for length.

WASHINGTON BLADE : So you likecoming to our fair city?

MICHELLE VISAGE: I’m from New Jersey so D.C. feels kind of familiar to me.It’s that coast, it’s my peeps. It’s an inner-city vibe, which I love. Everybody walksand the gays are so loving and funnyand open and see no color. That’s kind ofbeautiful about D.C.

BLADE: And Town?VISAGE: It’s like visiting family. Most of

the time I end up just hanging out anddancing because the DJs are so good. Idon’t do that at many nightclubs but I doat Town. It was like this weird connectionthe rst time I was there and I stayed tillike 4 in the morning dancing.

BLADE: We have such a rich dragcommunity here yet our girls never seemto make it on the show. Why?

VISAGE: Well, there was Tatianna(season two) but overall there’s no anti-D.C. sentiment or anti- San Francisco oranywhere else. It’s all what you do withyour audition tape. If you just phone itin, you’re not gonna get on the show. Ifyou overproduce the hell out of it, I don’t

know that you’ll get on either. It’s aboutshowing your true colors because Rulooks at all those tapes and Ru can seethrough bullshit plain and simple. ButI love Ba’Naka, I love Tatianna. It’s got

nothing to do with D.C.

BLADE: What’s your advice for ourWashington Blade Most Eligible Singles?

VISAGE: It’s OK to be picky. Peoplesay, ‘You’re never gonna nd somebodybecause you’re too picky.” But it’s OK tobe picky because nobody wants to settlein life. When you settle you have regretsand resentment. But there is such asthing as being too picky. … My big petpeeve with my single girlfriends or singlegay friends is when they say things like,

“Uh-uh, he’s not my type.” I don’t wantto hear that. I married the completeopposite of what my type was … but if Ihadn’t had an open mind, I would neverhave met my husband. I’d always datedAfrican-American and Latino men and myhusband is white. … Be open to anythingand everything that comes your way. …Also, personality trumps looks any day.Open your mind.

BLADE: Would your “Drag Race”critiques be different, do you think, if yousaw what goes on in the work room?

VISAGE: They know me very well andthey know to keep me out for a reason.I’m there to judge a challenge. If I sawthe work room and got to know them,I’d start pulling for certain people. I canseparate, like obviously on “All Stars,” Iknow the girls by then, but I think they’rereally smart to keep me out. I would lookat them differently if I knew them.

BLADE: Was there any guest celebrity judge who was markedly different fromtheir public persona then the camerasweren’t rolling?

VISAGE: I was so excited to meet RoseMcGowan because I’ve been obsessedwith her my whole life so when I met

her I wanted us to be initially like, “Ohmy God, you’re my soul mate,” and shehad no time for me at all. So my ego waswounded by the fact that she didn’t wantto be my best friend. That’s not negative, it

was my issue. She was just very stoic andto herself and her people but maybe shehas to be. She grew up in this businessand it’s not easy. But most of the timethe celebrity judges are obsessed withthe show and are more excited to do ourshow than any other show they’ve beenon. I hear that all the time.

BLADE: Cross-country road trip — RossMatthews, Carson Kressley or Santino Rice?

VISAGE: Oh my God, that’s like“Sophie’s Choice”! Ross will kill me if I

say Carson and Carson will kill me if I sayRoss. Santino’s out of the picture. Can I gohalfway and pick one of them up?

BLADE: SureVISAGE: That’s what we’d have to do

or else get a station wagon so we couldall t and all our clothes. I spend moretime with Carson but I love them both somuch, I really couldn’t pick.

BLADE: Adore, Ginger — why dopeople go on this show if they can’t sew?Um, hello?

VISAGE: I know, it’s like every fuckingseason, you know there’s going to be aSnatch Game, you know there’s going tobe a sewing challenge. … Either take aclass or at least mentally prepare yourselflike look at BenDeLaCreme. She’s a wizwith a glue gun and won the sewingchallenge with a glue gun. … If you go ona reality show unprepared, you have noone to blame but yourself.

BLADE: The show so often strikes meas a microcosm of real life. Agree?

VISAGE: In real life, we compete everyday with ourselves, out bank accounts,whatever the situation. You could saythere’s no $100,000 prize at the end but

there is because if you succeed and doreally well, there is a prize waiting for youat the end. Obviously in real life you don’thave to make puppets that look like meand Santino, but there is competition at

every turn. Sometimes it’s just, “How am Igoing to pay my rent?”

BLADE: In your Seduction days youopened for Milli Vanilli. Did you know itwas a sham?

VISAGE: No! I was dating Fabrice,the French one. We had an affair whenI was on the road with them. He hadthe thickest French accent yet when herapped he sounded like he was from theBronx. I wondered how he did that butI just thought it was like when you hear

someone British sing and you don’t realizethey’re British until they speak. I thoughtit was something like that. And back in1989, 1990, we all sang to tracks, thoseof us with these highly choreographedshows. Madonna, Janet Jackson, NewKids — everybody did it. Our mics werelive but we had backing tracks t o supportit. I did wonder how they were able tocompletely lose their accents in thestudio, but the backing tracks, no, thatdidn’t seem unusual to me for the time.

BLADE: I understand the show is hugein Australia where you’re heading soon.Why does it explode in certain markets?

VISAGE: It’s obvious — it’s places wherethere’s a huge gay market and placeslike England, Australia, New York City …where there’s a rich drag history. Any ofthose places we go, it’s gonna be huge.

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NIGHTLIFE FEBRUARY 12 2016 • 45 Mariinsky Ballet



Trade, Woof Den andUproar target gay clientele

By MARIAH [email protected]

The start of the new year has broughtan unusual urry of activity with threenew gay bars — and a fourth slated to

open soon — on the scene to spice upDistrict nightlife.Trade (1410 14th St., N.W) is one of

the fresher faces on the block havingopened in December. The bar holdstypical nightlife hours open Mondaythrough Friday at 5 p.m. and Saturdayand Sunday at 2 p.m. Owned by businesstrio Ed Bailey, John Guggenmos and JimBoyle, the same owners as Town andNumber Nine, their concept for the barwas something different. Its website billsit as a “dive bar.”

“We just tried to make something that’sa little bit different from what existscurrently so that it can be appreciatedin a new way hopefully,” Bailey says. “Wetried to program it a little differently withnot the same stuff that you can just hearat any old bar, not predictable music.”

Predicability is something Bailey thinkshas become a problem on the gay barscene and he hopes Trade (tradebardc.com) will change that.

“We wanted to do something that wethought would resonate for those maybewho have found the current bars to notbe as intriguing as they might want andtry to give them something that seemsdifferent,” Bailey says.

Standing out is also something Steven

Champagne, co-operating manager ofWoof Den Sports Bar (1723 ConnecticutAve., N.W.), also aims for.

Champagne, who is gay, says he hasnoticed the gay bar scene can haveunfriendly vibes. He says Woof Den willbe more accepting.

“It’s that non-attitude, non-pretentious,non-clique feeling,” he says. “When yougo to my place, everyone is welcome.

Nobody should feel like they’re notwelcome. I feel like what that’s what gaybars have lost these days.”

Woof Den, located downstairs fromthe Salty Dog Tavern, has only been openfor two weeks but Champagne, whomanages the bar with co-operator HichamMoutawakil, says they have big plans forthe spot. Bear happy hours on Sundays,a cop/military night on Wednesdays anda pool league night are all in the works.Its hours of operation are seven days aweek, open at 4 p.m. every day.

Other bars settling in amongst thegay bar scene are Uproar Lounge &Restaurant (639 Florida Ave., N.W.) andthe soon-to-open Dirty Goose (913 USt., N.W.). Uproar, a bear bar (uproardc.com), boasts a full food menu along withfrequent happy hours including with localbear group Bear Nonsense. The bar hasbeen tapped to host events for HumanRights Campaign such as Her HRC events.The bar also includes an open rooftopdeck with seating available.

The Dirty Goose, which is marketingitself as a more upscale gay bar, will belocated next to Nellies’s Sports Bar. Thenew bar’s website (thedirtygoosedc.com)says its grand opening will be in spring ofthis year.

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By JOEY DiGULIELMO [email protected]

Andrew McLaughlin is thriving in his eld of opera.“I am fascinated by opera’s ability to synthesize so many art forms,” says

the Canton, Pa., native. “By integrating singing with theater, dance andsymphony, we’re able to tell stories in an incredible, and in my opinion, themost spectacular way.”

McLaughlin, a baritone, has been singing professionally since 2011. Heplays Gregorio in Virginia Opera’s production of “Romeo et Juliette” by CharlesGounod, a production he says is full of elaborate costumes, has a stellar castand is “quite musically rich.”

“If you were a fan of Showtime’s ‘The Tudors,’ you’ll feel right at home in t hisproduction,” he says.

Opening night was Feb. 5 in Norfolk and it makes its D.C.-area debut this

weekend at George Mason University’s Center for the Arts with performancesSaturday, Feb. 13 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 14 at 2 p.m. It’s a co-productionwith Opera Carolina, Toledo Opera, Lyric Opera Baltimore and Grand RapidsOpera and tours through mid-May.

More information and tickets are available at vaopera.org. Read moreabout McLaughlin at andrewmclaughlinbaritone.com.

McLaughlin lives with his partner in Logan Circle when he’s not on tour. Heenjoys piano, collecting vintage opera ads and exploring D.C. neighborhoodsin his free time.

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How long have you been out and whowas the hardest person to tell?

Seven years. Moving to the DMVessentially was my coming out. The

hardest person to tell was my dad. He,and all of my family, have come a long

way over the years to the point that mypartner is invited to join for holidays and

family vacations.

Who’s your LGBT hero? Jim Obergefell and Chad Griffi n. I amin awe of their commitment to LGBT

equality, particularly in a time when itwould be easy to take a breather and

claim victory. What’s Washington’sbest nightspot, past or present?

I love outdoor spaces, so Town Patio.

Describe your dream wedding.My partner would probably freak out ifI started to dish about this, so I’ll take a

pass on this question! What non-LGBT issueare you most passionate about?

Reforming gun legislation. What historical outcomewould you change?

“Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”

What’s been the most memorable popculture moment of your lifetime?

Barack Obama’s election. On what do you insist?

The right shoes and a stylish haircut. What was your lastFacebook post or Tweet?

Formation World Tour!! Who’s in??#beyoncé #formationworldtour

If your life were a book,what would the title be?

“Finding my Voice” If science discovered a wayto change sexual orientation,what would you do?

Protest What do you believe inbeyond the physical world?

Energy centers, chakras, qi. What’s your advice for LGBTmovement leaders?Continue to nd ways to engage youngergenerations in learning about the history

of our community so they may develop

a continued passion and appreciationfor those who have paved the way for

their lives as LGBT individuals. In theopera world, we are challenged with

nding ways to engage audiencesfrom all generations and as we win

many victories in the ght for equality,I foresee the same challenge for LGBT

movement leaders. What would you walkacross hot coals for?

Why would I walk across them when Icould just walk around them?

What LGBT stereotypeannoys you most?

It’s not necessarily a stereotype, butI am discouraged when membersof our community ascribe narrow

classications to themselves and others.As part of a community with a historyof being victimized by others, each ofus should particularly strive to be as

inclusive as possible. What’s your favorite LGBT movie?

“Prayers for Bobby.” This movie is whatinspired me to come out. After seeing

it, I called the Trevor Project for helpwith coming out. I thought it might be agood place to nd someone with whom

I could discuss the coming out process

and who I might tell rst. It sure was. Icame out to my best friend three dayslater and never looked back.

What’s the mostoverrated social custom?

Being “fashionably” late. Late is late. What trophy or prizedo you most covet?There is a rigorous “competition season”

for all opera singers that begins inearly spring. I’ll let you know how that

turns out! I am particularly lookingforward to competing in the McCammon

International Voice Competition in FortWorth, Texas in March.

What do you wish you’d known at 18?That it would be more fun to kiss boys

than girls. Why Washington?I went to graduate school in College Park,

Md., and I would regularly explore D.C.on weekends. I fell in love with the city

and moved there immediately followinggraduation. I quickly made quality friends

and built a supportive career network,both of which have kept me calling

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New gay dance party debuts

Scruff presents Distrkt C, a monthly dance party, at D.C. Eagle (3701 BenningRd., N.E.) on Saturday, Feb. 13 at 10 p.m. through Sunday, Feb. 14 at 8 a.m.

DJ Manny Lehman and DJ Mark DeMarko will play music for the night. RoccoSteele and Ray Diesel will make appearances. The promoter is Bruce Yelk, seen

here. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door and $40 after midnight.For more information, visit distrktc.com.

Burlesque-A-Pades returns

Burlesque-A-Pades in Loveland, a Valentine’s Day-themed burlesque show, isat the Birchmere (3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria, Va.) on Sunday, Feb. 14at 7:30 p.m.

The show stars Angie Pontani (seen here), the Maine Attraction, PerleNoire, Helen Pontani, Cheri Nuit. Baltimore music duo Sunny Sighed and Bal’dLightening will also perform. Murray Hill will host the night. Angie Pontani hasperformed alongside Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Tickets are $29.50. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit birchmere.com.

Synetic relaunches

‘Romeo and Juliet’Synetic Theater (1800 S. Bell St.,

Arlington, Va.) presents “Romeo and Juliet” running Wednesday, Feb. 17 at 8p.m. through March 27.

This production tells the classicShakespearean tale set inside a clockwith no dialogue. The show has won twoHelen Hayes Awards for OutstandingResident Play and Ensemble. The showstars Zana Gankhuyag, Irina Kavsadze,Randy Snight, Chris Galindo, Katherine

Rattini, Ryan Sellers and Kathy Gordon.Tickets start at $35.For more details, visit synetictheater.org.

CAMP Rehoboth gets ‘Sassy’

CAMP Rehoboth Chorus and the GayMen’s Chorus of Washington both haveconcerts this weekend.

CAMP Rehoboth presents “Sassy,Brassy & Classy” at Epworth UnitedMethodist Church (19285 Rd., RehobothBeach, Del.) on Friday, Feb. 12 at 7 p.m.,Saturday Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. and Sunday,Feb. 14 at 3 p.m. The show featuresmusic from Barbra Streisand, Lady Gaga,Madonna, Elton John and more. TheSaturday and Sunday shows are sold-out.Tickets are $20. For more details, visitcamprehoboth.com/events.

Potomac Fever and Rock Creek Singersfrom Gay Men’s Chorus perform “The WayWe Were” at Atlas Performing Arts Centerin the Lang Theatre (1333 H St., N.E.) onFriday, Feb. 12 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, Feb.13 at 5 and 8 p.m. The chorus will performnew arrangements of popular songs suchas “Run to You,” “Hide & Seek, “True Colors”and more. Tickets range from $20-39. Formore information, visit gmcw.org.

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Beauty product legendsclash in Gala production

By PATRICK FOLLIARD

When you think epic female feuds,typically Bette Davis and Joan Crawford,or Queen Elizabeth I and Mary Queen ofScots come to mind. Now you can addbeauty biz pioneers Helena Rubinsteinand Elizabeth Arden to the ranks.

In his play “ Señorita y Madame:the secret War of Elizabeth Arden &Helena Rubinstein ,” now making itsU.S. premiere at Gala Hispanic Theatre,Venezuelan playwright Gustavo Ottproffers a detailed recount of the intense

rivalry. Contemporaries born in the latter19th century, Arden and Rubinsteinessentially introduced makeup andbeauty creams to the world. With newstylishly packaged products and never-before-seen marketing techniques, theyrevolutionized an industry. Driven byrivalry and erce oneupmanship, bothwomen garnered power and richesbeyond their wildest ambitions.

Details of the fabled feud unfold inretrospect with Rubinstein (Ana VerónicaMuñoz) and Arden (Luz Nicolás), bothat the apex of their success and power,telling their stories to a poised reporter(Cecilia De Feo) and her cameraman(Manuex) whose footage is projectedas outsized images on the set. As theyrecollect, each initially refuses to utterher counterpart’s name. But eventually itbecomes impossible not to discuss theirown successes without describing theinuence of their respective archrivals.

As the dueling dames, Muñoz andNicolás are a complementary team:Munoz’s Rubinstein is a steely, businesseswoman who’ll stop at nothing to succeed.In her cream-colored Chanel suit, sheexpresses disdain with the raising of aneyebrow. Like her salon’s trademarkred doors, Nicolás’ Arden is bold and

passionate. She ails and screeches. Herery, plunging dress and a glamorousloose pageboy are antithetical to herrival’s studied reserve.

Both had salons worldwide, but it was

in New York City where the pair’s rivalryintensied. And though it seems theirpaths would have certainly crossed,the women astonishingly never met inreal life. But playwright Ott imagines astrained meeting in which they amusinglysize each other up.

Performed in Spanish with Englishsurtitles, “Señorita y Madame” placestwo heavyweight personalities in alight comedy. Still, there are darkermoments — despite her money andpower, Rubinstein loses two sisters in the

holocaust and Arden is forced to defendherself against accusations of anti-Semitism.

Director Consuelo Trum’s staging islively and varied, making a few expositorydry spells easier to get through. Thebroader comedy moments could benetfrom reining in. Christopher Annas-Lee’sserviceable set with its obligatory reddoor and vintage advertisements is ne,but it doesn’t reect the luxe of the ladies’establishments and products. ClaudiaAponte’s composition and sound movesthe story through the decades.

Lorena Sabogal and Thais Menéndezadmirably assay a multitude of women— mothers, sisters, assistants, clients andcelebrities. Out actor Carlos Castillo playsall the men’s parts. With great nuance hegoes from lawyers to lovers to husbandsto Nazis, and most notably the ladies’eventual big competition Charles Revlon.

These vowed enemies left similarlegacies as trailblazing entrepreneurs.

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LUZ NICOLAS, left, and ANA VERONICA MUNOZ in ’Señorita y Madame.’

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T H E AT R E

The Newly Dead Game . Feb 13. AMP.301-581-5100. ampbystrathmore.com.OLIVÉRio: A Brazilian Twist. Thru Feb21. Shear Madness . Ongoing.The Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600.kennedy-center.org.A Midsummer Night’s Dream . Thru Mar 6.Folger Theatre. 202-544-7077. folger.edu.Adam Devine . Feb 13. GW LisnerAuditorium. 202-994-6800. lisner.gwu.edu.Road Show. Feb 16-Mar 13. SignatureTheatre. 703-820-9771. signature-theatre.org.Between Riverside and Crazy . Thru Feb28. Constellations . Thru Mar 7.Studio Theatre. 202-332-3300.studiotheatre.org.Guards At The Taj. Thru Feb 28.Woolly Mammoth. 202-393-3939.woollymammoth.net.The Sisters Rosensweig . Thru Feb 21.Theater J. 202-518-9400. theaterj.org.Señorita y Madame: The SecretWar of Elizabeth Arden and HelenaRubinstein . Thru Feb 28. GALA HispanicTheatre. 202-234-7174. galatheatre.org.Carmen: An Afro-Cuban Jazz Musical.Thru Mar 6. Olney Theatre.

301-924-3400. olneytheatre.org.District Comedy . Feb 13. BlackRock.240-912-1058. blackrockcenter.org.Virginia Opera: Romeo and Juliet . Feb13-Feb 14. GMU Center for the Arts.888-945-2468. cfa.gmu.edu.Picasso at the Lapine Agile . Thru Feb13. Keegan Theatre. 202-265-3767.keegantheatre.com.The Critic & The Real Inspector Hound .Thru Feb 14. Shakespeare Theatre.Lansburgh Theatre. 202-547-1122.shakespearetheatre.org.

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Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan .Feb 12-Feb 13. The Kennedy Center.202-467-4600. kennedy-center.org.Contra-Tiempo . Feb 13-Feb 14. DancePlace. 202-269-1600. danceplace.org.

M U S I C

Monterey Jazz Festival On Tour . Feb14. Dan Tepfer’s Acoustic Informatics .Feb 18. Strathmore. 301-581-5100.strathmore.org.The Cann Duo. Feb 14. National Galleryof Art. 202-737-4215. nga.gov. Julia Nixon. Feb 12. Chaise Lounge .Feb 14. AMP. 301-581-5100.ampbystrathmore.com.WNO: Lost in the Stars . Feb 12-Feb 20.A Family Affair: The Whiteld FamilyBand . Feb 13. Kennedy Center.202-467-4600. kennedy-center.org.Ladysmith Black Mambazo . Feb 12.GW Lisner Auditorium. 202-994-6800.lisner.gwu.edu.

Roomful of Teeth & AmericanContemporary Music Ensemble .Feb 13. WPA at Sixth & I HistoricSynagogue. Master Class with

Leon Fleisher . Feb 13. BudapestFestival Orchestra . Feb 15. WPA atThe Kennedy Center. 202-785-9727.washingtonperformingarts.org.The Prince & Michael JacksonExperience . Feb 12. Amel Larrieux .Feb 12. The Dream . Feb 13. Maysa .Feb 14. Daley. Feb 15. Living Colour.Feb 18. Howard Theatre. 202-803-2899.thehowardtheatre.com.Ruthie Foster . Feb 14. ShenandoahRun. Feb 18. BlackRock. 240-912-1058.blackrockcenter.org.ASO: The Dramatic. Feb 13.Schlesinger Concert Hall. 703-548-0885.schlesingercenter.com.

VOCES8. Feb 12. Bill Frisell. Feb 13.Marcia Ball. Feb 14. Graham Nash . Feb15-Feb 16. The Jones Family Singers .Feb 18. The Barns. 877-965-3872.wolftrap.org.Valentine’s Viennese Ball .Feb 13. Embassy Experiences.Embassy of Austria. 301-519-8030.embassyexperiences.com. Jazz in the Round: Mark G. Meadows .Feb 12. Sandy Spring Museum.301-774-0022. sandyspringmuseum.org.

M U S E U M SNational Gallery of Art . Power andPathos. Thru Mar 20. CelebratingPhotography. Thru Mar 27.202-737-4215. nga.gov.Museum of Women in the Arts .Pathmakers. Thru Feb 28. 202-783-5000.nmwa.org.Smithsonian Anacostia Museum .Twelve Years That Shook And ShapedWashington: 1963-1975. Thru Oct 23.202-633-4820. anacostia.si.edu.

National Geographic . Pristine Seas.Thru Mar 27. 202-857-7000. nglive.org.National Portrait Gallery . AlexanderGardner Photographs, 1859-1872. ThruMar 3. 202-633-8300. npg.si.edu.

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Strathmore . Art in Motion. Thru Feb 21.Line by Line. Thru Feb 21. 301-581-5100.strathmore.org.The Art League Gallery . The Student/Faculty Show. Feb 17-Feb 28.703-683-1780. theartleague.org.BlackRock. Handmade: Explorations inFiber Art. Thru Feb 27. 301-528-2260.blackrockcenter.org. JCCNV. Local Color and More. Thru Apr4. 703-323-0880. jccnv.org.District Architecture Center .Photography Scavenger Hunt!#DAClovesDC. Feb 13-Feb 15.202-347-9403. aiadac.com.WPA. Other Worlds, Other Stories. ThruFeb 20. 202-234-7103. wpadc.org.ReCreative Spaces . Arthur KwonLee. Thru Mar 31. 202-907-5934.recreativespaces.com.Gallery Neptune & Brown . MashaTrebukova and Oleg Kudryashov. Thru Feb21. 202-986-1200. neptuneneart.com.

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Alan Cumming Sings Sappy SongsFeb 14. Strathmore.301-581-5100. strathmore.org.Iconic performer Alan Cumming transforms Valentine’s Day into a cabaret, withthe sappy silly love songs everyone secretly adores. With a superb side orderof an Adele-Gaga-Katy Perry mash-up he likes to call Someone on the Edge ofFirework , Cumming offers a smart, fun, and absolutely melodic tribute to love inthe time of pop culture.

The Glass Menagerie.Thru Feb 21. Ford’s Theatre.202-347-4833. fords.org.This iconic, emotional and enduring family drama made Tennessee Williamsfamous and has become a classic of the American repertoire.

Eye Pop: The Celebrity Gaze.Thru Jul 10. National Portrait Gallery.202-633-8300. npg.si.edu.This exhibition features 53 portraits of luminaries who have been at the topof their elds, such as: Brad Pitt, Oprah Winfrey, Katy Perry, Britney Spears,Michelle Obama, Serena Williams & Kobe Bryant. Taken together, these

portraits allow us to question celebrity and peel back its layers.Mark Morris Dance GroupFeb 19-20. GMU Center for the Arts.888-945-2468. cfa.gmu.edu.In celebration of its 35th anniversary season, Mark Morris Dance Grouppresents new works and treasured gems from Mark Morris’s expansiverepertoire performed by the company’s talented dancers and musicians.

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Girlfriend pulls backduring stressful time

MICHAEL,How do you get your girlfriend to be

there for you when you need her?Sheila and I started dating after we met

in college here in D.C. I was a freshmanand she was a senior. She stayed in townfor a job after graduating a few yearsback and I am a recent grad, having justgotten my degree in December.

I have been having a really hard timewith the transition from being a studentto working. The employment searchwas stressful and now I have a diffi cult,demanding job that I don’t think is for me.I’m nervous and scared, needing Sheila tohelp me gure out how to cope and whatdirection to take.

But she’s been getting less and lesssupportive. She seems irritated when I askfor a hug or to reassure me that everythingwill be OK. That makes me feel worse.

Last week she snapped at me, tellingme she’s feeling overwhelmed in herown job and can’t help me right now. Shesaid that our relationship feels very one-sided to her. I know I’m asking for a lot,but I really am having a hard time and herresponse made me feel even more alone.I told her that and she wouldn’t answer.

This is especially hard because I don’thave any other support.

MICHAEL REPLIES:

Whether you’re ready or not, you arebeing handed a chance to start takingresponsibility for yourself.

Stop trying to push Sheila, or you’ll just

push her further away. If she wanted tobehave differently, she would. You’regoing to have to accept a hard truththat none of us like: other people, ourpartners included, aren’t obligated to dowhat we want them to do.

It’s denitely not Sheila’s job to sootheyou, even though you can feel really greatwhen she does.

Like indulging in a great dessert, getting

soothing from our partners is best donesparingly. Otherwise, we risk wearing themout with our neediness. And it does sound tome like Sheila is nally feeling overwhelmedafter years of comforting you.

Instead of being bitter, or trying topressure or guilt her into helping you,I urge you to put your energy intobecoming more self-reliant.

How?First, by looking for support elsewhere.

You’re going to have to nd some new friendsin town, because Sheila is no longer willingto be the pillar you lean on. Broadening yoursupport network may take time, so considergetting a therapist, pronto, to have someoneelse to talk to and strategize with.

Second, and most importantly, youhave to gure out ways to soothe yourself.While this isn’t an easy task, you have noalternative. Other people’s reassurancescan feel nice in the moment, but theydon’t really stick. Only your own belief inyour resilience will keep you feeling goodabout yourself and your life, long term.

I can’t tell you exactly how to developthis belief. You’re going to have to gureit out for yourself. But I can tell you thatit will involve challenging yourself to dealwith whatever life throws at you withoutlooking for someone else to steady you.You will get strong by learning that you cansurvive. Think of it as on-the-job training.

Intrigued? Good. Because you’re facingan opportunity, right now, to surviveSheila’s unwillingness to baby you andto accept the impossibility of alteringsomeone else’s behavior. You can onlychange yourself.

Want some motivation? Keep in mind that

strength is an alluring character trait, just asneediness is unappealing. Also, you cannothave a relationship of equals if one personfrequently uses the other as a crutch.

MICHAEL RADKOWSKY, Psy.D. is a licensedpsychologist who works with gay individualsand couples in D.C. He can be found onlineat personalgrowthzone.com. All identifyinginformation has been changed for reasonsof condentiality. Have a question? Send it [email protected] .

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LOST IN



Local gay bowling leagueoffers fun, mentoring

By KEVIN MAJOROS

Mentoring new members is common

in Washington’s LGBT sports leagues andthe Capital Area Rainbowlers Associationis no different.

CARA hosts nine fall/winter leaguesalong with three summer leagues and hoststhe annual Capital Halloween InvitationalTournament. This year the tournamentcelebrates its 35th anniversary.

Jeremy Long enjoyed his time in the D.C.area for an internship and contract work,so he applied for a job in his eld of childwelfare and moved here in August, 2014.

Originally from Denver, Long grew upplaying tennis and competing as a juniorcyclist. During his college years, he played clubtennis at the University of Northern Colorado.

After arriving in D.C., he did someresearch on the LGBT sports teams in thearea and reached out to the Rainbowlers.He had never been in the sport in an adultleague setting and he joined the summerleague as a late addition in 2015.

“Bowling is one of the easier sports topick up as a rookie because there is suchdiversity in the skill levels,” Long says. “Ifound the veterans to be very welcomingand accepting of me. If you are good orbad, you are still a benet to your team,especially in handicap bowling.”

Long is now in his rst fall/winterbowling league and says his teammatesare always offering help and tips todevelop his skills. He has alreadycompeted in the Halloween Invitationaland has traveled to Philadelphia andPittsburgh for tournaments.

Last year he started back with hiscollege sport of tennis and is playing withthe Capital Tennis Association.

“I am having an absolute blast,” Long

says. “The camaraderie is incredible forme. Even if you compete badly, everyonestill wants you around.”

Robert Treadway has been the

president of the Capital Area RainbowlersAssociation for four-and-a-half years andhas been the tournament director for theHalloween Invitational multiple times. Hestarted bowling at age 6 while growing upin New Orleans.

After receiving his degree in journalism

from Loyola University New Orleans,Treadway came to D.C. for internshipswith the Washington Times and the St.Louis Post-Dispatch. He loved the areaand ended up moving here in 2004 towork with trade associations.

His rst boss was gay and hesubsequently met other bowlers throughhim and joined the club in 2004. Treadwayremembers what it meant to him joiningas a rookie and is now offering that samesupport to the newbies who are joining.

“When I rst joined, I was new to thecity and besides giving me tips andteaching me the courtesies of the game,my teammates showed me that it not justa completion, but also a place to makegood friends,” he says.

The Rainbowlers offer skill enhancementclinics with bowlers who are certied bythe United States Bowling Congress andspecial events such as mini-tournaments,scotch doubles and a crazy tournament.

“For the veterans, after you have donesomething for so long, it’s good to mix itup and experience the newness again,”Treadway says. “For the rookies, it givesthem tournament experience and theopportunity to experience a new format.”

Treadway has competed all over theUnited States from Fort Lauderdaleto Syracuse. He will be traveling totournaments in Philadelphia, Atlantaand Raleigh to promote the Halloweentournament in D.C.

He has also been a competitor with theCapital Tennis Association for four yearsand last month he placed second placewith his doubles partner in the C Divisionat the Sin City Shootout in Las Vegas.

“Joining the Rainbowlers has been one ofthe best things I have ever done,” Treadwaysays. “The social rewards are huge and itgave me the condence to try tennis.”

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JEREMY LONG, left, and ROBERT TREADWAY, a rookie and vet respectively in CARA.

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WNO’s season is presented with the support of Daniel and Gayle D’Aniello.

Support for Lost in the Stars is provided byAnne Kline Pohanka and Geoffrey Pohanka.

Eric Owens’s performances as Stephen Kumalo on February 12 and 13are underwritten by Mrs. Alexander J. Tachmindji.

This production is also funded in part by Joe and Judy Antonucci andThe Kurt Weill Foundation for Music, Inc. New York, NY.

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TODAY

Lavender Languages , a languageand sexuality conference, is at AmericanUniversity (4400 Massachusetts Ave., N.W.)today through Sunday. The conferencewill include a workshop led by DavidPeterson on Critical Discourse Analysis, abook discussion on “Queer Brown Voices”by Salvador Vidal-Ortiz and Leti Gomez

and a research panel on projects aboutgender, sexuality and language in theU.S., Ireland and Argentina. Tickets forthose who are employed is $20 and forstudents tickets are $10. For a completeschedule of events, visit American.edu/cas/anthropology/lavender-languages.

Women in Their 20s , a socialdiscussion group for LBT and all womeninterested in women, meets today atthe D.C. Center (2000 14th St., N.W.)from 8-9:30 p.m. All welcome to join. Fordetails, visit thedccenter.org.

A LGB support group meets todayfrom 10-11:30 a.m. at 16220 S. FrederickRd., Gaithersburg, Md., for individualsin Montgomery County. The groupwill discuss coming out of marriage,homophobia, parenting issues, ndingintimate relationships, LGB resourcesin the suburbs and more. For moreinformation, visit thedccenter.org.

SATURDAY, FEB. 13

In celebration of Galentine’s Day,GLOE at Theater J (1529 16th St., N.W.)presents “The Sisters Rosenweig” today at3 p.m. The play, by Wendy Wasserstein,explores three Jewish-American women’sromantic lives and the special friendshipsthey have with gay men. At 5:30 p.m. therewill be a post-show discussion with castmembers and relationship experts aboutthe relationship between straight womenand gay men. Tickets are $20 with couponcode GLOE. For more information, visitwashingtondcjcc.org.

Sock It To Me presents Cupid’s UndieRun , an organized underwear run for theChildren’s Tumor Foundation, startingat Asia D.C. & Eden Nightclub (1720 I St.,N.W.) today from noon- 4 p.m. Doorsopen at noon. Awards ceremony startsat 1:15 p.m. The run begins at 2 p.m.Tickets are $55. For more details, visitcupidsundierun.com.

Green Lantern (1335 Green Ct., N.W.)hosts Jox, an underwear party, tonight at 9p.m. DJ David Merrill will play music. Therewill be drink specials all night. Clothescheck is available. Cover is $5. For moreinformation, visit greenlanterndc.com.

Highwaymen TNT presents My FuzzyValentine, a dance party, at the D.C. Eagle(3701 Benning Rd., N.E.) tonight from 9p.m.-midnight. There will be jello shooters,

draft beer and more. There is no cover.For more details, visit dceagle.com.

SUNDAY, FEB. 14

Music Center at Strathmore (10701Rockville Pk., North Bethesda, Md.)presents “ Alan Cumming SingsSappy Songs,” an ant-Valentine’s Dayperformance, at 8 p.m. Cumming will singlove songs from Adele, Rufus Wainwright,Annie Lennox, Katy Perry, Miley Cyrus andmore in a theatrical performance. Ticketsrange from $35-85. For more details, visitStrathmore.org.

Arlington Gay & Lesbian Alliance(AGLA) hosts a Valentine’s dinner atFreddie’s Beach Bar & Restaurant (55523rd St., South, Arlington, Va.) at 6 p.m.No RSVP is necessary. All are welcome.For more information, visit agla.org.

Burgundy Crescent , a gay volunteerorganization, volunteers for D.C. CentralKitchen (425 2nd St., N.W.) from 9 a.m.-

noon. Volunteers will cook alongsidechefs who are graduates of D.C.Central Kitchen’s job training program.To volunteer, RSVP at jonathan@

burgundycrescent.org. For moreinformation, visit burgundycrescent.org.

D.C. Metro Circle of Friends presentsan evening of dance and romance atKellogg Conference Hotel Ballroom atGallaudet University (800 Florida Ave.,N.E.) tonight from 8 p.m.-midnight.Dress attire is “after 5.” There willbe hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar.Tickets are $55. For more details, [email protected] .

Human Rights Campaign hosts HerHRC DJ Battle at Town (2009 8th St.,N.W.) tonight from 7 p.m.-2 a.m. Fourlocal DJs will compete from 8 p.m.until midnight. Wicked Jezebel, anall-female band, will also perform.Hors d’oeuvres will be served. VIPadmission includes a meet and greetat Uproar (630 Florida Ave., N.W.) withan open bar and early admission tothe event at 7 p.m. General admissionbegins at 8 p.m. VIP tickets are $50and general admission is $20. VIP

plus brunch on Monday is $75 andgeneral admission plus brunch is $45.For more details, visit facebook.com/humanrightscampaign.

MONDAY, FEB. 15

Human Rights Campaign hosts itsoffi cial Her HRC Ladies Brunch atHank’s Oyster Bar (1624 Q St., N.W.).Admission is $25. This event is partof Her HRC’s weekend celebration.For more details, visit facebook.com/humanrightscampaign.

The D.C. Center (2000 14th St., N.W..)hosts coffee drop-in hours this morningfrom 10 a.m.-noon for the senior LGBTcommunity. Older LGBT adults cancome and enjoy complimentary coffeeand conversation with other community

members. For more information, visitthedccenter.org.

Us Helping Us (3636 Georgia Ave.,N.W.) holds a support group for gay blackmen to discuss topics that affect them,share perspectives and have meaningfulconversations. For details, visit uhupil.org.

TUESDAY, FEB. 16

Choral chamber ensemble SeraphicFire performs at St. Paul’s Episcopal(2430 K St., N.W.) tonight at 7:30 p.m.

They will perform Mozart’s “Requiem.”Patrick Dupre Quigley will conduct.Admission is free. For more information,visit seraphicre.org.

Green Lantern (1335 Green Ct., N.W.)hosts its weekly FUK!T Packing Party from7-9 p.m. tonight. For more details, visitthedccenter.org or greenlanterndc.com.

Bachelor’s Mill has half-price drinksall night from 5 p.m.-2 a.m. tonight. Theyalso have pool, video gaming systemsand cards. Admission is free. For moredetails, visit bachelorsmill.com.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 17

Bookmen D.C ., an informal men’s gayliterature group, in honor of Black HistoryMonth will discuss “Silverchest,” CarlPhillips’s 2013 poetry collection, at theD.C. Center (2000 14th St., N.W.) tonightat 7:30 p.m. All are welcome. For details,visit bookmendc.blogspot.com.

The Tom Davoren Social BridgeClub meets tonight at 7:30 p.m. at theDignity Center (721 8th St., S.E.) for socialbridge. No partner needed. For moreinformation, call 301-345-1571.

THURSDAY, FEB. 18

Singer/songwriter MeshellNdegeocello performs at the Hamilton(600 14th St., N.W.) tonight at 7:30 p.m.Violin and viola duo Chargaux will openthe show. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.Tickets range from $37-46.50. For moreinformation, visit live.thehamiltondc.com.

SWERV Magazine hosts a party incelebration of its January/February issue

at Bachelors Mill (1104 8th St., S.E.) whichfeaturing LGBT web series “Bait,” “Triangle,”“Whorizm” and more. For details, visitfacebook.com/swervmagazine.

E-mail calendar items to [email protected] two weeks prior to your event. Space is lim-ited so priority is given to LGBT-specic eventsor those with LGBT participants. Recurringevents must be re-submitted each time.

ALAN CUMMING performs at the Strathmore with an anti-Valentine’s Day show Sunday night.

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Winter is the time for hibernation,and the Washington real estate markettypically shuts down from Thanksgivingthrough the middle of January. There isless inventory for sale and fewer buyerswilling to brave the cold to go out viewing.

This winter of 2015-2016 doesn’t seemmuch different, so in this article I thoughtI’d look at what the trends have been forthe last eight winters, and to extrapolatewhat that shows us about the winter thatwe’re in now.

First, some words of explanation: thegraph shows data for November through

January of each winter since Novemberof 2008. Although the time frames arediscontinuous (i.e. there are no valuesplotted between successive winters),nevertheless the “trend” shown by theline graphs approximately follows the12-month trend for that particular year.So here are the big lessons:

First, the inventory of available homes(“active listings”) has been declining since

2008, while the number of sold homeshas been relatively constant each month(right at about 500). Given that gure of500 homes sold per month, that meansthat each additional 500 homes on themarket represents another month’sworth of inventory to sell. In the win-ter of 2008, with about 400 homes soldand about 3200 active listings, we hadabout an eight-month supply of homes.(3200/400=8. Remember that even thesold inventory counts as part of the activeinventory before it is sold.) Most Realtorsconsider that a balanced market betweenbuyers and sellers is represented by a six-month supply of homes. So we could saythat the winter market in 2008-2009 wasslightly tilted in favor of buyers.

However, the market began tilting to-ward sellers, when the supply of availablehomes fell in the winters of 2009-2010and 2010-2011 to ve months of invento-ry, then 3.5 months worth in 2011-2012.Since the winter of 2012, we have beenin a sellers’ market, where the availablesupply of homes has held fairly steady attwo months for four winters (1,000 activelistings divided by 500 sold listings).

What about median sold prices? Me-dian sold prices in the winter markets

typically lag somewhat behind those forthe whole year. However, as you can seefrom the chart, sometimes they did andsometimes they didn’t during the lasteight years. For this last winter, medianprices did lag a bit behind, which sug-gests that this winter may be a bettertime to buy if you can brave the cold andaccept the limited inventory of homes forsale. But if you’re selling a home, you’ll domuch better to wait for the spring mar-ket, when the large inventory of homes

and increased number of buyers actuallydrives prices up.

Happy hunting!

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TED SMITH is a licensed Realtor with RealLiving | at Home specializing in mid-city D.C.Reach him at [email protected] follow him on www.Facebook.com/MidCi-tyDCLife , www.Youtube.com/TedSmithSellsDCor @TedSmithSellsDC. You can also join him onmonthly tours of mid-city neighborhood openhouses, as well as monthly seminars gearedtoward rst-time homebuyers. Sign up at www.meetup.com/DCMidCity1stTimeHomeBuyers/.

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