Ernest Owens

Writer at Large, Politics

Ernest Owens is an award-winning journalist and CEO of Ernest Media Empire, LLC. As an openly gay black journalist, he has made headlines for speaking frankly about intersectional issues in society regarding race, LGBTQ, and pop culture.

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A Gay “Berniecrat Socialist” Announces Surprise Run Against Brian Sims

Philadelphia businessman James McDevitt wants to become the first independent elected to the Pennsylvania State House.

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Black Trans Woman Murdered at Old York Road Wednesday Morning

Close friends are confirming that 30-year-old Shantee Tucker was killed in an apparent shooting.

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Made in America: What I Saw Behind the Scenes

A reluctant festival-goer has an unforgettable first time at the annual music extravaganza.

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82 Mazzoni Center Staffers Sign Petition Addressing Recent Turmoil

The document calls on the Mazzoni board to “force resignations where just cause exists” and to reinstate a recently terminated diversity director.

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Diversity Director Fired by Mazzoni Center Files PCHR Complaint

Kay Martinez claims they were misgendered by the LGBTQ nonprofit’s CEO and “not allowed to do my job.”

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Mazzoni Fires Diversity and Inclusion Director, Prompting Staff Protest

Kay Martinez, the nonprofit’s first-ever first director of diversity, equity and inclusion, was fired on Monday morning.

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LGBTQ&A: Mike Hisey

We chat with the venture capitalist turned human rights advocate known as “Alt-Facts Kelly” on Trump, fashion, and why “protest is never a drag.”

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Kenney Must Be Dizzy From All the 180-Degree Turns He’s Pulling

Our mayor once again proves that pandering harms more than conviction.

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LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: South Asian Drag Night

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“The Skorpion Show” Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary

The latest episode of the hit show, created by local gay YouTuber Kevin Simmons, will be taped live at the Free Library.

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LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Sweat Party

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The Real Trouble With Trigger Warnings

The impulse behind trigger warnings is a good one. But they’re now being used for a very different purpose.

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Opinion: I Could Have Been Michael White

Why are Black men always seen as the predators, not the victims?

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Dining While Black: Race and the Philly Food Scene

It’s not just a Starbucks problem.

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Family in Viral Cinemark Incident Disputes Chain’s Account, Plans Rally

Ashley Jimenez says police were called on her family at the chain’s University City location when the aftermath of a refund request escalated.