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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Mayor Kenney, Don’t Shut Out the Press

Owens: The Mayor’s Office has recently taken a worrying anti-transparency stance.

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LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: DVLF’s TOY 10th anniversary.

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PCHR Releases Gayborhood Racism Hearing Transcript

We highlight some important testimony.

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LGBTQ&A: Abdul-Aliy Muhammad

We chat with the queer social-justice activist.

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LGBTQ Event of the Week

Philadelphia Gay Men’s Chorus presents “All Wrapped Up.”

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Change.org Petition Asks Kenney to Replace LGBT Affairs Liaison

It garnered more than 100 signatures in 12 hours.

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Gayborhood Racism: A 30-Day Progress Report

While the PCHR is still working on its post-hearing findings, there has been movement in other quarters.

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How to Be a True Ally in Trump’s America

Owens: Safety pins and self-righteous pity parties won’t cut it.

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Yes, You Can Still Support Valley Youth House’s Holiday Giving For LGBTQ Youth

The group reached its Secret Santa goal. Here are other ways to give back.

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Enough With the Free Turkeys, Politicians — Get Serious About Reducing Poverty

Owens: City officials have put a Band-Aid on our poverty epidemic for far too long.

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Woody’s Is Hosting a Q&A to Amend Allegedly Discriminatory Policies

The Tuesday event will allow the public to weigh in on the bar’s dress code.

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LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: the International Transgender Day of Remembrance.

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LGBTQ&A: Christian Lovehall

We talked to the outspoken trans activist on his advocacy, identity, and music.

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Trump’s Victory Has Me Considering Gun Ownership

Owens: Being black and gay, I no longer feel safe.

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Here Are 5 Major Issues the Trans Community Faces

Trans Awareness Week begins today.