· The 40th NAACP Image Awards nominees are announced and a number of black gay artists are honored. "Noah’s Arc: Jumping the Broom was nominated for Outstanding Independent Motion Picture," reports Jasmyne Cannick. "In addition, creator, Patrik-Ian Polk was nominated for Outstanding Writing in a Motion Picture. Recently self-outed Wanda Sykes received a nomination in the category of Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series her work on The New Adventures of Old Christine."
· NYS appeals court upholds Westchester County's recognition of gay marriages performed out of state.
· Gov. David Paterson refers to LGBT issues in his State of the State address: "Hate has no place in the Empire State. I call upon all parents to increase their efforts to teach their children respect for all people—no matter their race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability or national origin. And we in State government must strengthen our school-based curriculum to reinforce the critical message of acceptance and tolerance.
· Report: Youth in Nigeria at an increased risk of HIV/AIDS because of a lack of information and counseling services.
· Cleveland Browns Wide Receiver Braylon Edwards: The year in pictures.
· Senate Republicans threaten to derail the confirmation of Eric Holder as attorney general. "Holder goes before the Senate Judiciary Committee Jan. 15. For conservative Republicans, he is the liberal face of nominees to come as Obama remakes the federal judiciary, and possibly the Supreme Court. Republicans also want to show they still have some clout in the Senate - enough votes to stop a nomination with a filibuster. Holder is expected to eventually win the AG job, but not without a fight."
· Mad Professah reviews The Diner in Washington DC's Adams-Morgan. "The ambiance is a bit loud but it is a very comfortable setting. The food is cheap, reasonably good and available 24 hours a day. I tried the chicken salad cheddar melt on English muffins with fries. The chicken salad was a bit salty but it's actually a really good idea to do a melt on an English muffin and the cheese was deliciously melted. The fries were good, not great."
· Florida state senator introduces legislation to repeal state ban on adoptions by gays and lesbians.
I'm glad to see Patrik Ian Polk and Noah's Arc getting some shine.
Posted by: David | 08 January 2009 at 19:32
I am a big fan of "Noah's Arc" and was very happy to see it on the big screen. Congrats to all. And thanks Rod for the mention ;)
Posted by: Winston Salem | 08 January 2009 at 19:37
The more I see and hear of this handsome Governor Paterson the more I am impressed. If only all states were so lucky.
Posted by: devereaux | 08 January 2009 at 19:40
Mercy, mercy. That Braylon Edwards can squeeze me anytime.
Posted by: 305 | 08 January 2009 at 19:56
Eh. I was not a huge fan of the series on Logo but the film was quite decent. I wish them luck with the award.
Posted by: Tryon | 08 January 2009 at 20:02
Hi Rod:
Another news story I think you might be interested in is the police shooting of Oscar Grant, which is causing an uproar in Oakland. I know it's not gay related but it should send a cold chill down any black man's spine (gay or straight).
Posted by: Brian | 08 January 2009 at 20:11
That's good news for Noah's Arc
Posted by: Viktor | 08 January 2009 at 20:26
Congratulations to the Noah's Arck folks. I've sometimes been critical of the acting and the writing but I do recognize how important the series and the movie are to the larger society and more importantly the sgl people of color here and abroad. Good luck fellas...
Posted by: FREELEO | 08 January 2009 at 20:36
I am excited about these nominations. Hopefully a sign of more to come.
Posted by: kevjack | 08 January 2009 at 21:06
great news about Patrick and Noah's Arc.
and thanks for the Braylon pics. I definitely have a crush on him. If only he caught passes as well as he looks :)
Posted by: ff | 10 January 2009 at 14:29