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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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Anti-Gay Bill Might Harm Atlanta’s Super Bowl Bid

Plus more national LGTBQ news.

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Julie Gard Opens Up About Same-Sex Parenting

Home Studies explores gay adoption, coping with hatred, and embracing one’s familiar roots.

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TOP PICKS: 5 Unique LGBTQ Events This Weekend

Coming up: concerts, charity, and St. Patrick’s Day festivities.

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Mimi Imfurst on Life After RuPaul’s Drag Race

The nationally renowned drag queen on why she loves the Gayborhood.

Convicted gay basher Kathryn Knott walks from the Criminal Justice Center in Philadelphia on December 17, 2015.
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What Twitter Had to Say About Kathryn Knott

Plus: Mimi Imfurst reveals new solo album with a Philly release party and DVLF announces their 2016 HEROES honorees.

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Hillary Clinton Apologizes — Again — for Reagan Remarks

Plus more national LGBTQ news.

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Marni Snyder Says She Would Be Tough on LGBT Hate Crimes

Continuing our series of Q&A’s with candidates in the 182nd District.

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5 Unique LGBTQ Events This Weekend

Coming up: casinos, art, and the luck of the Irish.

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OPINION: Identity and Acceptance Collide in LGBTQ News

From Michael B. Jordan to Lilly Wachowski — and yes, Caitlyn Jenner — society proves it’s not ready to accept nuance in identity.

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LOCAL NEWS: Justice Delayed — Again — For Transwoman Murder Victim Keisha Jenkins

Plus: Two charged in the murder of Maya Young.

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NATIONAL NEWS: SCOTUS Reverses Alabama Court Ruling

Plus: ‘No Gay Thursday’ teammates arrested in West Chester; Lyft issues apology for transphobic driver.

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Lou Lanni on Running as an LGBTQ Candidate

The former police officer says his experience sets him apart in the 182nd District race.

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6 Unique LGBTQ Events This Weekend

This weekend’s events include First Friday, charity, and service.

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OPINION: LGBTQ Entertainers Deserve Better From Hollywood

After this year’s Oscars, it’s time to demand more.

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Councilman Proposes Bill to Aid LGBT Small Businesses

Plus: LGBT meetings and conventions are expected to generate $21.9 million.