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    Sister Dana sez, “Happy NATIONAL COMING OUT DAY…”

    By Sister Dana Van Iquity –

    Sister Dana sez, “Happy NATIONAL COMING OUT DAY on October 11 to specially celebrate awareness of LGBTQ people and anyone coming out of the closet! Come out and stay out—loud and proud!”

    Looking at just the final week of September, let us review only some of the actions that Dictator Trump took: threatened to sue ABC again over Jimmy Kimmel; demanded that the United Nations arrest someone regarding: a broken escalator (when he and Melania were forced to climb stairs like common folks), a malfunctioning teleprompter, and audio problems; ordered his Attorney General to prosecute perceived political enemies; fired a U.S. Attorney for not firing perceived political enemies; fired heads of agencies; threatened to fire federal employees permanently during the shutdown; and asked permission from the U.S. Supreme Court to fire a Fed Chair appointed by former President Biden. Sister Dana sez, “If that ain’t autocracy, what is? We the people gotta fight with our ballots and with our continued demonstrations in the streets!

    And the hard truth is, if Trump has his plan, the healthcare of MILLIONS of Americans will be RIPPED away. President Barack Obama warns us: “If MAGA Republicans get their way, seniors will pay higher costs on prescription drugs and insulin, and Medicare will be weaker!”

    On October 18, millions of us will rise again to show the world: America has no kings, and the power belongs to the people. Find an event near you and register at https://www.nokings.org/

    So, The Government shut down on September 10, Wednesday morning at 12:01 am, amid a bitter spending deadlock between dictator Trump, his manic minions, and Democrats fighting for our human rights, which will disrupt federal services and leave many federal workers furloughed. Sister Dana sez, “All hail King Caesar and his copycat Kings. But we rebels will not bow down—NOT EVER!

    Please do recall that our Senator Alex Padilla representing California had been rather recently handcuffed and forcibly removed from DHS Secretary Noem’s press conference. Senator Padilla has since said that “this Trump administration is out of control. We have to fight back and say YES ON 50. This vote will stop Trump’s power grab and protect our fundamental rights and our democracy.” Sister Dana sez, “We who believe in human rights and just basic sanity must vote for the ELECTION RIGGING RESPONSE ACT! YES ON 50!”

    Sister Dana (right) wth Kai Kai Bee Michaels at Ms. Michael’s birthday night Monster Show party at The Edge, 18th and Collingwood Streets, on Thursday, September 25.
    PHOTO BY CHRIS MICHAELSON

    But on happy news to report, a few of us queer nuns were able to attend THE MONSTER SHOW on September 25 at The Edge bar at 18th and Collingwood Streets—with several drag queens/drag kings (one was a fellow nun in her delicious drag persona as Amy BathHouse) performing when, on her birthday that night, the fabulous Kai Kai Bee Michaels both emceed and entertained. KaiKai is a beloved drag performer, activist, and tireless advocate for our community. By day, she works with our unhoused neighbors, helping them access housing, healthcare, benefits, and support. By night, she shines as a drag sensation, educator, activist, and cosplayer. For more than a decade, KaiKai has been an integral part of the Bay Area drag scene. She is a regular performer at Oasis, has hosted and co-hosted shows such as The Monster Show, volunteered with organizations such as the SF Ducal Court, Bay Area Queer Nightlife Coalition, and Bay Area Super Heroes, and produced numerous fundraisers for political causes, candidates, and community needs. 

    She and Otter (glorious stage manager of The Monster Show) were both ceremoniously and officially Sainted by us Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence: she is now Saint KaiKai of the Glittering Garnet Hole, Defender of the Unhoused & Cosplaying Champion for Change; and he is Saint Otter Nonsense, Majestic Maestro of Stage, Tremendous Tamer of Monsters & Wry Wrangler of Kittens. Well, all this nun can say to y’all: “Saints be praised!”

    Fabulosa Books at 490 Castro Street presented another of their delightfully informative Author Talks on September 29, GO-GO BOY:Memoirs from the Kitchen Floor to the Dance Floor” by DJ Reimer. During the lively Q&A with him that night, I got to speak to DJ. So, I found out that, yes, he was born David J by his upbringing as David; but his entire family has and still lovingly calls him as family without the need to letter him. Also, my Q&A query found that DJ, a proud owner of a college degree, wrote that, way back in his earlier days, he had been quite sadly depressed and repeatedly passed out on his home’s kitchen floor. That explains the long title of this amazing book. Anyway, he is just fine now in Northern California, but still this unapologetic and sometimes hilarious memoir reveals to us that he spent over a year unemployed and battling depression, having been trying to be a U.S. diplomat. So, after every job market disappointment, he turned to being a go-go boy, and DJ has written about his success—a journey of self-discovery, queer joy, and radical re-invention. Go-Go Boy will inspire his story for us LGBTQ readers. Buy this book at Fabulosa Books, or any way you can!

    And suddenly more bad news appeared. At the official meeting of Top Generals, Admirals, and hundreds attending at Quantico, Virginia (dominated by Trump’s lies for 77 of his horrifying minutes), on September 30, the Not a Real Secretary of War Pete “Hegsmess” declared “shaping up” our War meant to not allow Generals to be fat or to be “beardos,” by which he meant any man having a beard. He was also even more anti-LGBTQ and anti-DEI than ever! He shockingly referred to having to fight “the enemy within.” Is that possibly us liberal lefties?! And T-rump suggesting the military should use cities as “training grounds”? Oh, puh-leeze, PrezzyTee, no way!!!

    After Congressional Democrats fought bravely for every American citizen’s healthcare rights (not asking for special rights for illegal aliens, as Republicans claimed), the country as we all know got shut down. Later, AG Pam Bondi had the gall to explain there would not be many, many thousands of federal workers suddenly fired “if the Democrats had voted to keep the government open.” Sister Dana sez, “But don’t worry your pretty little head, Pam honeypie, because Congress and the Administration will still be paid on time and with full health benefits you so richly deserve! Aaargh! NOT!!!” 

    On October 2, Trump wrote, “I have a meeting with Russ Vought, he of Project 2025 fame, to determine which of the many Democrat agencies, most of which are a political SCAM, he recommends to be cut, and whether or not those cuts will be temporary or permanent.” Sister Dana sez, “Our once great America is now being run by MAGA, Project 2025, and its self-appointed tyrannical king. Is it time for another American Revolution?!”

    For the whole month of October, STRUT at 470 Castro Street is exhibiting the art of Jordan Ramsey Ismaiel, who notes, “Using queer theory and futurity studies as the framework for my paintings and drawings, I examine concepts of disidentification and world-making as actions of radical self-care that are conveyed through self-provided partnership.” He adds, “I strive to construct a utopic environment where these individuals exist on their own ground—fulfilling desires, longing, and this need for emotional safety. It is through this self-referential method of working that my practice ultimately becomes a mirror for myself as the painter and a glimpse into the painter’s idealized fantasy for the viewer.” 

    After Trump sent 300 National Guard troops to “war-ravaged” Chicago and 200 to Portland, Oregon, U.S. District Court Judge Karin Immergut ruled on October 5 what should apply to any militarization of any American city: “This is a nation of Constitutional law, not martial law,” which risks “blurring the line between civil and military federal power—to the detriment of this nation.” 

    And later, Representative Madeleine Dean dared to approach House Speaker (Trump butt-smoocher) Mike Johnson to warn that the President is “unhinged” and “unwell”—with kiss-a$$ Mike denying everything—as usual. Ugh.

    We Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, Inc. (SPI), in partnership with The Bears of San Francisco (BOSF), are thrilled to announce the return of Bearrison Street Fair 2025! Taking place in San Francisco’s Leather and LGBTQ+ Cultural District in SoMa on October 18, noon to 6 pm, Bearrison is proudly known as “A Fair for Every Bear.” Our mission is to create an inclusive celebration for adult members of the LGBTQ+ community—uplifting body positivity, embracing cultural diversity, and strengthening a vibrant, welcoming bear scene. This year promises a day packed with entertainment, music, and pure fun. Expect high-energy performances, sexy competitions, world-class DJs, and plenty of surprises that will keep the fair buzzing with energy from start to finish. Anticipate old favorites like queer contests: queer wrestling, facial hair (real and not real) contest, barbell lifting, bicep contest, twerking contest, queer entertainment, drag performances and contests, and so much more. More information and opportunities to get involved are at the Bearrison Street Fair website: www.bearrison.org

    Attendees can also follow @BearrisonSF on Instagram and Facebook for updates. 

    Meanwhile, Trump’s administration is cancelling nearly $8 Billion in funding for energy programs, which will impact 16 states—all of which voted for former Vice President Kamala Harris in last year’s unfortunate presidential election.

    As we go to press, Trump is demanding colleges commit to his political agenda regarding admissions, women’s sports, free speech, student discipline, and college affordability—among other overreaching topics—or lose their usual federal grant money. Sister Dana sez, “I am raising my hand, Professor, because I need permission to use the rest room after trying to digest all that crap you spewed!”

    Adding to Trump MADministration insanity, Kash Patel has fired an FBI agent trainee (who previously worked as an exemplary FBI support specialist in Los Angeles) for displaying a Gay Pride Flag. Patel claimed this “criminal” had shown improper political messaging in the workplace during his assignment in California under President Joe Biden. Way back in the good ol’ days.

    Sister Dana sez, “Well, I guess that’s what we get for being DEI these days. We do not even DARE to fly our freak flag freely!”

    Sister Dana Sez, Words of Wisdumb from a Fun Nun
    Published on October 9, 2025