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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#HeterosexualPrideDay Proves Mainstream Homophobia Still Exists

The insensitive hashtag is a sign that, culturally, we still have a lot of work to do.

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Non-Discrimination Bills Look Stalled for Summer

Plus more local LGBTQ news.

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Justin Timberlake, Twitter, and Me

I called him out for appropriating black culture. His response was infuriating.

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LGBTQ&A: Cory Wade

The activist and celeb updates us on life after America’s Next Top Model.

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The Best LGBTQ Events This Weekend

Coming up: quizzos, cookouts, charities, and an “Under the Sea” prom.

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OPINION: Allies, It’s Time to Advocate for Us

The issue is bigger than same-sex relationships — it’s about our existence.

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Isaiah Solomon Freeman’s White|Wash Wins Award

Plus: ActionAIDS has now transformed into ActionWellness.

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Westboro Protesters Blocked in Orlando

Plus more national LGBTQ news.

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LGBTQ&A: Dante Austin

The deputy sheriff officer speaks about his new LGBT liaison role.

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The Best LGBTQ Events This Weekend

Coming up: a Pulse benefit and plenty of community-building events.

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State Senator Proposes Three Nondiscrimination Bills

Plus: ICandy is hosting a fundraiser for Orlando victims tonight.

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OPINION: Intersectionality and the Orlando Shootings

The victims were LGBTQ people of color. That carries weight.

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How Philly’s LGBTQ Community Reacted to Orlando

A vigil is planned tonight at City Hill.

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LGBTQ&A: Dame Luz

The Cutn Paste events producer on what it will take to make the Gayborhood more inclusive.

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TOP PICKS: The Best LGBTQ Events This Weekend

Philly Gay Pride weekend is in full swing!