There was a large show of force by the Sheriff's Department at the Proposition 8 protest rally on May 26th!
The well-behaved marchers kept their cool, though, and the rally - which attracted thousands - ended on a positive note without incident.
A slice of Life with Julian Ayrs
There was a large show of force by the Sheriff's Department at the Proposition 8 protest rally on May 26th!
The well-behaved marchers kept their cool, though, and the rally - which attracted thousands - ended on a positive note without incident.
The protestors showed up on the heels of the ruling of the California Supreme Court mad as hell and saying they were not going to take it any more!
The mood was optimistic & high-spirited until the march approached a vigil at one corner on the parade route.
The faces of the victims of Hate Crimes were a painful reminder that the grab for equal rights and an end to discrimination and hate against Gays has not been one without great loss, suffering, and grief.
Captured on HD Video by Julian Ayrs @ the Tattler.
On the heels of the California Supreme Court Ruling which rejected Prop 8 Challenges, gays, straights, mothers, fathers, children - you name it - took to the streets loud & proud.
Captured on HD Video by Julian Ayrs @ the Tattler.
On the heels of the California Supreme Court Ruling which rejected Prop 8 challenges, gays, straights, mothers, fathers, children - you name it - took to the streets loud & proud to protest.
Captured on HD Video by Julian Ayrs @ the Tattler.

In spite of the fact Bill Clinton has stated for the record that he opposes Proposition 8, the former President has refused to cancel a speaking engagement ($$$) at a San Diego Hotel on Sunday - owned and operated by businessman David Manchester - who contributed $125,000.00 in support of the anti-gay marriage initiative in California.
Opponents to Proposition 8 have been boycotting the Hotel - in a vocal strident action - which has allegedly resulted in a revenue loss of over $2 million to the smug Hotelier.
Although reputable organizations such as the American Association of Law Schools, the California Nurses Association, and the International Foundation of Employee Benefits have honored the boycott in the recent past by foregoing on following through on events booked at the Manchester, the California State Bar - who have invited slick Willy to elucidate his thoughts on the holiday weekend - won't budge.
A Clinton lackey informed Associated Press that while Clinton's views have not changed on the issue, he intends to honor his commitment to speak.
Of course, this is from the man who has always been wishy-washy to begin with.
Slick Willy was the ingenuous dude who admitted to smoking marijuana - but, not before asserting first - that he did not "inhale".
The former PREZ with the active libido also conjured up a curious slogan for the military when the issue of Homosexuality reared its ugly - um - head.
"Don't ask. Don't tell."
I guess the Lewinski affair inspired that one - at least from Hillary's point of view - I'd speculate.
And, if I am not mistaken, the flim-flam man also also had the audacity to stoop quite low and split hairs when it came time to fess up about his infidelities.
"It depends on what "is" is," he conjectured, with an awkward "caught with his di** in the wringer" sort-of expression on his naughty little school-boy face!
If Mr. Clinton took a defiant stand, instead of sitting on the picket fence once again, he might effect some positive change instead of the same old tripe.
In fact, I just betcha that if Clinton backed out of the commitment this late in the game, while the spotlight is so intense on the issues, his sponsors just might re-think their stance on Proposition 8, don't 'ya think?
But, since the man has no integrity?
Won't happen.
He'll just slink away with his di** hanging limply between his legs, as usual.
"You don't have any ba**s either, Bill."




Forget about a quick jaunt to the local dope dealer for a bit of crack, or a quick romp in a cheap motel with skanky pu**y.


Forget about a quick jaunt to the local dope dealer for a bit of crack, or a quick romp in a cheap motel with skanky pu**y.

In an earlier post, I noted that gay activists determined earlier in the week that an employee - Marjorie Christoffersen (a Mormon disciple) - donated $100 towards the vote "yes" on Prop 8 campaign.

"I don’t know why that West Hollywood crowd are all pissed off at blacks because they voted 70% in support of Proposition 8. The reaction they are having toward blacks, etc. is “exactly” why they voted the way they did.
Everyone knows those Gays up in Weho are some of the most “racist” group of people unless it benefits “them”. Here’s some advice West Hollywood Group or Gay’s. How about trying to treat people the way you want to be treated.
If you all want Prop 8 passed one day and get the support — how about getting the support of these other “groups” and help them understand why they should support your cause. Calling people names and using the “slave derogatory word” won’t get you anywhere.
If anything it will make people vote against you. Final word, take “no one’s vote” for granite. Hatred and ignorance has no place in America anymore! If you want “America” to change — you have to start in your own house first."
Post: 11/12/08 http://www.julian1st.wordpress.com/
In my response comment, I noted - for starters - that there were more "blacks" living and working in WEHO than ever before.
And, I might add, in harmony with their neighbors!
I should know; after all, I've resided in West Hollywood for the past twenty years.
Frankly, Monster 62's response was out-of-line, if you ask me.
Not only have gays welcomed blacks, Mexicans - whomever - into the community with open arms, they also incorporated a city where gays and minorities could feel comfortable in their skin, at home in their sexuality, and free of discrimination.
Notwithstanding the obvious, when A.I.D.S. first broke out years ago, it was the gay community that reached out to all those inflicted when the government, straights, and the ignorant would not.
Despite skin color or sexual persuasion, gays offered medical services, shelter, food, and financial assistance.
The A.I.D.S. walk was also instituted, in a bold-faced effort to build a powerhouse of resources so scientists, doctors, and researchers could fight the disease and hasten a cure.
I find it appalling - if true, as Monster 62 alleges - that 70% of the Black community voted down Gay Marriage.
When gays jumped on the bandwagon, and started to back Obama in his bid to be 1st Black President of the United States, I recall penning a post that posed an all-important question of the Presidential hopeful.
Would Barack be urging his supporters to Vote "no" on Proposition 8?
If he took appropriate action, his voice must have fallen on deaf ears.
In retrospect, it appears that the Black Community stabbed all gays in the back.
Is that the thanks gays get for opening up their community in a spirit of humanity?
In view of what has transpired in recent days, I can only opine this.
Too bad we can't turn back the clock!
If blacks are unhappy with the gay lifestyle in West Hollywood, then they should find another community to leach off of.
They're a thorn in the community's side, otherwise!

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