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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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City Life

LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Toasted Walnut Grand Opening Celebration.

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Change.Org Petition Calls for Mazzoni CEO, Medical Director to Resign

The nonprofit was named in the Gayborhood racism report.

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It’s Time to Rethink the Office of LGBT Affairs

Mayor Kenney should seize the opportunity presented by PCHR’s racism report.

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The 2017 Oscar Nominations Are Out, and It’s #GoodNightSoWhite

The Academy got it right this time around.

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PCHR Recommends Bias Training for Bars, Nonprofits

The commission confirms “disturbing reality” of racism in the city’s LGBTQ community.

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Black Trans Demonstration Planned for Creating Change

The conference has been called out for a lack of inclusion and sensitivity.

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LGBTQ&A: Naiymah Sanchez

The trans-Latina advocate on service and creating change.

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Creating Change 2017 Is Finally Here

Here’s our roundup of must-attend events.

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Donald Trump Is the President America Deserves

It’s time to admit what really played a role in him getting here.

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LGBTQ&A: Terrell Green

We chat with the out local performer about art, divorce, and his one-man show.

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LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Something of a Different Color.

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Community Leaders to Honor Gay Black Civil Rights Icon on MLK Day

The late Bayard Rustin will be recognized alongside Dr. King.

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PCHR Is Holding a “Know Your Rights” Session on Gayborhood Racism

The educational event takes place on Wednesday.

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Christopher Collins Remembered

The late LGBTQ advocate’s funeral service is on Tuesday.

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LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: GayBINGO’s Follow the Yellow Brick Road.