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    During the early decades of the 20th century, when the music business was almost entirely controlled by white men, it was black women who created the greatest opportunities to express…

    In Remembrance: Charlotte Coleman

    In Remembrance: Charlotte Coleman

    Many of us at the San Francisco Bay Times have been fondly reminiscing these days about legendary LGBT activist Charlotte Coleman, who recently passed away. It would take volumes to…

    LGBT Rights and Abortion Rights Are Inseparable

    LGBT Rights and Abortion Rights Are Inseparable

    Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court heard one of the most important abortion rights cases in decades, Whole Woman’s Health v. Hellerstedt. At first blush, some LGBT folks might think…

    Second Chances

    Second Chances

    By Alex Randolph, City College Trustee The other day a friend of mine wanted to get dinner at one of those new restaurants popping up all over town. I quickly…

    Women Leaders Shine at Democratic State Convention

    Women Leaders Shine at Democratic State Convention

    Photos courtesy of Leslie Katz Now that it is Women’s History Month, it seems appropriate to take a look at some of the extraordinary women elected officials in California. At…

    The GLBT Historical Society Is at a Crossroads

    The GLBT Historical Society  Is at a Crossroads

    By Terry Beswick When I walk through the archives or the museum of the GLBT Historical Society, I never fail to be moved by the enormity of our community’s experiences…

    Good Will on Leap Day a Rare Thing

    Good Will on Leap Day a Rare Thing

    A rare thing happened at the State Capitol on February 29. The State Legislature passed a tax with bipartisan support. Such an event is less routine than Leap Day itself,…

    Who Will They Come for If We Let Them?

    Who Will They Come for  If We Let Them?

    At different times and places in human history, leaders have sometimes arisen by encouraging fear and hatred towards various groups. While these tactics have been used against African Americans, immigrants,…

    In Honor of Andy

    In Honor of Andy

    I am honored to be the coordinator for the Wine Train’s 6th annual LGBT event and the first Napa Valley Wine Train Pride Ride, which will benefit the Richmond/Ermet Aid…

    Diet and Brain Health: Delaying Alzheimer’s Disease Symptoms

    Diet and Brain Health: Delaying Alzheimer’s Disease Symptoms

    There is much conflicting evidence about the value of brain training–solving crossword puzzles, playing Sudoku and more–in maintaining brain health and reducing memory loss. There is, however, a growing consensus…