Philadelphia Magazine

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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OPINION: Why Seth Williams Hasn’t Resigned

Owens: Philly’s tolerance for corruption provides a refuge yet again.

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“Pop-Up Love Party” to Counter Anti-Trans Bus

The transphobic road tour will meet with protest in Philly.

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LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: POSSE’s The Greatest Show on Earth!

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OPINION: Weiss Must Step Down From Gayborhood Roles

Owens: His involvement in the D.A. scandal shouldn’t be treated lightly.

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Philly Music Hall Director: We’re Not a “Sex Club”

Deborah Rose Hinchey explains her sex-positive community center.

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LGBTQ&A: Ashley Coleman

We chat with the outspoken queer businesswoman of color.

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LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Femme Noir.

Sunlit Philadelphia City Hall
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Black Politicians Are Going to Have to Earn My Vote

Owens: I’ve given up on “visible representation.”

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18th-Annual Black-Tie GayBINGO Honorees Named

“Favorite Straight Person of the Year” is one of the many awards to be given out.

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LGBTQ&A: Aamina Morrison

We chatted with the long-time black trans activist.

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LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Miss Richfield 1981: 2020 Vision.

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Single-Identity Social Justice Is No Justice at All

Owens: Championing an issue without recognizing intersectionality discredits the entire cause.

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Local Black Trans Women Speak Out

Groups held a direct action against the recent violence against black trans women nationwide.

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LGBTQ&A: Angela Giampolo

The popular attorney speaks on LGBTQ racial discrimination and her new advocacy project.

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LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: The 2017 Bechdel Test Fest.