AltBrothers

I look over my posts and I see so much about politics or the state of the world. I don’t see anything about being a black gay man, not outright. I don’t have pictures of gym-sculpted half-naked bodies, not posters for the latest gay street party, boat cruise or ski weekend. No […]

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There’s a disparaging saying going about these days, “I blog therefore I’m an activist”. I feel that it’s a back-handed slap. “You aren’t here in the protest line, in the march, on the phone calling government officials… therefore you are not a real activist.” It isn’t fair and it isn’t smart. […]

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As our marker for a year of time turns from 2007 to 2008 it’s good to turn down the volume, walk away from the noise and distractions and reflect, think and decide. Ask yourself. “Self? Did I make 2007 what it was? Was it good or was it a mess?” […]

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This is a nice little video clip. It seems to be from a reality TV show and features a young white gay couple, and a straight black guy named Steve. Near the end Steve and his girlfriend (who also appears to be black) talk about Steve’s personal growth which includes his growing respect […]

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Marcus Stringer / Stringmages.com

End in sight for historic church building - Seattle P-I
Developer strikes deal for property
Comment: I totally support the Seattle First United Methodist Church’s attempt to be a social mission in the city. However this type of stuff (destroying architecturally rich historic buildings before re-developing parking lots and parking garages) is why for […]

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If you get a chance, check out the African American Photographers Association photo display at the Washington State Convention and Visitor’s Center in downtown Seattle. The display runs till March 16th and is free and open to the public during building’s open hours.

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