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The Great Nationwide Kiss-In

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Thanks, Joe!

December 17, 2009 1:45 AM by David Badash

Thanks, Joe! Joe Jervis, better known as Joe.My.God., is an awesome blogger and activist who has served our community well for many years. I had the honor of meeting him a few weeks ago at the gay marriage vote protest rally in New York City’s Union Square. He was there, standing in the crowd. A [...]

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The Great Nationwide Kiss-In Thanks All Participants!

August 16, 2009 9:18 PM by David Badash
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If you had told me one month ago, that on August 15, 2009, thousands of people would come together in over 55 cities, across the United States and Canada, to stand together and kiss for equality, I would have said, “impossible!” But, in fact, that’s what you did. And now, the only thing I find [...]

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Kiss Me Once, Kiss Me Twice, And Kiss Me Once Again…

August 12, 2009 6:37 PM by David Badash

The Great Nationwide Kiss-In’s Videos! But first, a golden oldie… Now for the good stuff!

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Our Final Video: The Great Nationwide Kiss-In!

August 10, 2009 11:23 AM by David Badash

Yes, just five days until The Great Nationwide Kiss-In! kicks off. What an amazing ride it’s been. With events planned in 50 cities, including two in Canada, here’s proof that Americans are passionate, supportive, and believe in fighting for what’s important. The Great Nationwide Kiss-In will take place in 31 states, two countries, 50 cities, [...]

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Update On The Great Nationwide Kiss-In In NYC!

August 7, 2009 5:00 PM by David Badash

Hello, Friends! With just eight days left, I wanted to update you on our plans for New York City’s Great Nationwide Kiss-In! When I thought back to the idea of the Kiss-In, I remembered that this was created to be a celebration and an affirmation of everyone’s right to share a kiss with their loved-one, [...]

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Our Second Great Nationwide Kiss-In Video!

August 3, 2009 1:02 PM by David Badash

Because It Takes Two

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Why The Kiss-In Is So Important

July 27, 2009 5:41 PM by David Badash
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I got an email from a reporter last week. Lovely woman. Her name is Becky Bruce and she works for Salt Lake City’s WKSL radio. We arranged a telephone interview and she asked me a few questions about the Kiss-In. She recorded it and told me the story would air today. It did. Perhaps ignorantly, [...]

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Video Premiere: The Great Nationwide Kiss-In!

July 27, 2009 9:00 AM by David Badash

Our First Video! Homophobia exists because we let it. And the best way to eradicate it is to be good role models. So, join the Kiss-In in your town. Show the world that the earth won’t stop turning if gays and lesbians kiss or hold hands in public. Help them see that we’re all just [...]

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What’s Going On Here?

July 26, 2009 8:35 PM by David Badash

“Hey, wait a minute! What happened to all the gay rights news you used to write about?” I’ve been hearing that a lot. And I’m sorry. Ever since I called for The Great Nationwide Kiss-In! just two weeks ago, I’ve been working my you-know-what off to get it up and running. And I have to [...]

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The Great Nationwide Kiss-In Wants YOU!

July 22, 2009 5:13 PM by David Badash
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You Oughta Be In Pictures! We’re having a Kiss-In and not only are you invited, but we want your mug – and that of your better half – on our promotional video! We’re putting together a video to let people know that The Great Nationwide Kiss-In is happening August 15. And what better way to [...]

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The Kiss-In Is ON!

July 20, 2009 5:08 PM by David Badash

Just a quick update: The Kiss-In is ON! We’re getting amazing support from Join The Impact organizers and have a fair number of cities planned already! What’s a Kiss-In? Why are we doing this? All your questions answered: “It’s Time For A Nationwide Kiss-In!” and our Facebook page, “The Great Nationwide Kiss-In!” More soon!

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It’s Time For A Nationwide Kiss-In!

July 13, 2009 6:03 PM by David Badash
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2009 may be remembered as the year same-sex marriage took hold in the United States. Sadly, it may also be remembered as the year gay couples were repeatedly arrested – for kissing. Recently, three couples have been arrested by police after simply kissing in public. In December, two women in San Antonio, Texas, were arrested [...]

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