VOLUME NO. 16—Au ust 1 1996—Au ust 14 1996—Issue 210

Give the People Light and they will find their own way. The Wisconsin Light HIV+ Million Discharge Measure Defeated Washington— Congressional negotiators John Mc Cain (R-Ariz.) mandating uniform nixed a provision in the 1997 Defense treatment for all service members with chronic Authorization bill that would have discharged medical conditions. The Senate bill did not military personnel who tested positive for HIV, address the "don't ask don't tell" policy. the virus that causes AIDS. "Congress has already rejected both of these House and Senate conferees also rejected an policies" said Stachelberg. "The Conference amendment that would have overturned the Committee was right to repudiate these "don't ask, don't tell" military policy and that unnecessary, spiteful measures." would have made anti-gay witch hunts the law. Another Doman amendment outlawing Winnie Stachelberg, Human Rights Cam-paign abortions at overseas military hospitals was staff member lauded those who refused to back passed by the conference committee. Doman. "Extremists were dealt a setback today Last week, House GOP leaders denied Dornan and common sense prevailed. We hope this a seat on the conference committee, ostensibly atmosphere lasts until the end of the session." because he openly supports Joseph Dioguardi, Rep. Bob Doman, (R-Calif) personally attached the conservative Republican, who is challenging the amendments to the bill when it was before Rep Sue Kelly in the New York GOP primary. his National Security subcommittee. Doman has also staged several angry tirades The Senate version of the authorization bill on the House floor directed against fellow contained an amendment sponsored by Senator With the State Capitol in the background. A group of marchers proudly carried a large Rainbow Flag down State Please Turn to Military - Page 24 Street in Madison's Pride March on Sunday, July 21. Registration For September's AIDS Walk Wisconsin Now in Full Swing Milwaukee — More than 4,100 people and Midler is this year's Honorary Chair. AIDS 510 teams have already registered to Walk Wisconsin is produced by the AIDS participate in the seventh annual AIDS Walk Resource Center of Wisconsin, Inc. (ARCW) Wisconsin on Sunday, September 22, and benefits 16 AIDS education and service beginning at Milwaukee's lakefront. Bette providers throughout the state. Beneficiaries include Milwaukee AIDS Project, Madison AIDS Support Network, Center Project, Inc. - Green Bay, Southeast Wisconsin AIDS Project - Kenosha, Northwest Wisconsin AIDS Project - Eau Claire, Wisconsin AIDS Research Consortium, Camp Heartland, East Central Wellness Project - Oshkosh, The Counseling Center of Milwaukee, Visiting Nurse Association of Wisconsin, Sheboygan County AIDS Task Force, Milwaukee Indian Health Board, Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin, Great Lakes I lemophilia Foundation, AIDS/HIV Ministry-Wisconsin Conference of Churches, and Northern AIDS Network - Superior/Rhinelander. Pre-registration is required. Those who wish to walk, for a team, volunteer, or pledge Tom Reed, Director of Public Affairs for Miller Brewing Company presents a check for $10,000 to Tony should call 1-800-348-WALK. Once Rhodes, President of the Cream City Foundation. The Miller grant will allow CCF to continue its important work of providing grants to Gay and Lesbian groups. Please Turn to AIDS Walk - Page 27 Two Green Bay Clergy Agree to Preside Philadelphia AIDS Over Same-Sex Unions Ride Proved To Be affiliated with the United Church of Green Bay—Clergymen who notified their which is Christ, have agreed to preside over a service Somewhat Less Than congregation about plans for a same-sex wed- in a park. ding ceremony said they believe - homosexual Mize, Krejci and pastor emeritus Charles persons are God's good creation." Successful Melinda Paras, Executive Director of the National Bagby sent a letter to their congregation last Wisconsin law does not recognize same-sex Gay Lesbian Task Force was Grand Marshal of the month, summarizing their opinion. Milwaukee—In an update to an earlier coverage of the unions. Congress is considering similar leg- Madison Pride March. For complete "We believe that homosexual persons are story, both the Philadelphia Inquirer and Magic Picnic weekend events see islation that President Clinton has said he March and all the God's good creation; fully equal to heterosex- the Philadelphia Gay News (PGN), are re- SpotLight section in this issue would sign into law. the ual humanity and fully capable of practicing porting that the Philadelphia to Washington, Pastors Chuck Mize and Kay Krejci of Please turn to Marriage - Page 27 DC bike ride held in June, is expected to net Green Bay's Union Congregational Church, far less than its sponsors had hoped. INSIDE ITESISSUE The AIDS Ride was organized by Califor- nia-based promotional company, Pallotta and Associates headed by Dan Pallotta. The ride, THE SPOTLIGHT SECTION which drew 2,100 riders, was one of several • held, including one from the Twin Cities to Madison Does It All! Chicago. • Movie Reviews According to the Inquirer, the net pro- ceeds, to be divided among four local AIDS A Time To Kill service organizations (ASO), are likely to be Supercop "between $500,000 and $650,000," Chris Cole, ride director and a Pallotta employee, is Kingpin quoted as saying. That's about half as much • Phantom 01 The opera as the groups had anticipated raising. About $1.4 million was raised in pledges • Dusty Does Mad Town and donations at the June event, but $1.3 • million was incurred in expenses, the paper The Calendar said, according to a preliminary ride sum- • You're invited and more mary. Cole is reported as saying that of the $1.3 million in expenses includes Pallotta's fee and advance money which totals $380,000. PLUS... While final figures won't be available until August 8, if Cole's projections hold up, only Dozens of Full Color and about 30 cents of every dollar raised by a bike Black & White Photos from rider will go to ASOs to fight AIDS, The In- quirer said. • Madison's Magic Weekend By contrast, The Inquirer reports that 85 cents of every dollar raised by the Philadel- A large crowd turned out for the Post Pride March Show held in Madison on Sunday. July 21. Madison Police phia AIDS Walk held in the fall, goes to the „ ; r• estimated that a record crowd of over 5.000 people attended the March, Rally and Show. For complete coverage see Please Turn to AIDS Ride - Page 27 our SpotLight section. August 1, 1996—August 14, 1996—WISCONSIN LIGHT-2 Paper Sued to Print Lesbian Wedding News Portland, OR-AP- A judge is considering a lawsuit filed by a Lesbian couple seeking to News Briefs force Oregon's largest daily newspaper to publish a same-sex wedding announcement. Sandra Linebarier and Charlene Morris argued in court that restricting such announcements Court Sets Precedent for Same-Sex Couples to state-licensed marriages is discriminatory. Barcelona, Spain—AP— In a major boost for Gay rights in Spain, a court has ruled that a But Sandra Mims Rowe, editor of The Oregonian, said the newspaper does not discriminate Colombian Gay man was entitled to Spanish residency papers because he and his Spanish against Gays and Lesbians. partner were a stable couple. The newspaper, in choosing to publish wedding announcements, follows "the state's defini- The High Court in Barcelona ordered the government to review the necessary laws so that tion of marriage as a contract between a man and a woman, requiring a license from the state," foreigners wishing to live with their Spanish partners can seek visas regardless of the sex or she said. marriage status of the couple. Joe D. Bailey, Multnomah County circuit judge pro-tem, said he will rule in the case by Aug. The ruling came after a Spaniard. contested an Interior Ministry rejection of a residency visa 5. petition from his Colombian spouse. The ruling follows others in recent months that are leading to a gradual increase in rights for Colorado Town Faces Gay Rights Fight Gays in Spain. A San Sebastian court recently ruled that Gays were entitled to life insurance Fort Collins, CO-AP-Eight years after the city rejected a controversial anti-discrimination payments from policies opened by their deceased partners. ordinance in an emotional battle over Gay rights, Fort Collins officials prepared for another debate on the issue. Gays Win Discrimination Awards City officials have proposed a law updating the city's 1972 Human Rights ordinance to pro- Boston, MA-AP-A Gay man and two Lesbians who were ejected from a nightclub after hibit discrimination based on sexual orientation in employment, housing and public accommo- kissing and dancing with same-sex partners have been awarded $10,000 apiece by the Massa- dations. chusetts Commission Against Discrimination. MCAD Commissioner Charles E. Walker Jr. The ordinance also would prohibit sexual harassment, gender-specific dress codes for busi- said heterosexual couples were behaving in similar ways, but it was the Gays who were physi- nesses and discrimination based on a person's appearance and political activity. cally thrown out of the now-defunct nightclub. But city officials concede the sexual-orientation provision will be the law's most controver- Commission officials said the award was the first in a case of anti Gay discrimination in a sial element. public place. Already coalitions are forming on both sides of the issue. "What we're saying is, if you open your business to the public, then you must serve the pub- "I think it's a validation that discrimination is a problem in this town," said Eric Delehoy, di- lic and not just one segment of the public," Walker said. rector of the Lambda Community Center, a service organization for the Northern Colorado Gay The three who were ejected were among about 12 Gay men and Lesbians at the Stocks & and Lesbian community Bonds Restaurant and Dance Bar on State Street in Boston Oct. 6, 1990. Colorado for Family Values, the group that wrote anti-Gay rights Amendment Two that was George Varoudakis of Danvers, who owned the Stocks & Bonds, was ordered to pay each of ruled unconstitutional, vowed to fight the ordinance. three who were ejected $10,000. Alma Vigo-Morales, the city's former human rights officer, said she hopes people will be Cresswell said he will donate his $10,000 award to a Gay and Lesbian legal advocacy group. more understanding this time. "It saddens me that protecting people's sexual orientation would be offensive to anyone." she Lesbian Advisor Sued Over Alleged Affair said. "But I imagine it will be controversial." Tuscaloosa, AL-AP-A court fight over an alleged Lesbian affair between a University of Alabama student and her faculty adviser threatens to disclose the professor's past love life. A Jenny Jones Show Murder Trial Postponed federal judge has ruled against the introduction of evidence concerning a relationship the pro- Pontiac, MI-AP-The murder trial of an Oakland County man accused of killing a Gay asso- fessor had with another woman on the faculty. But lawyers filing the sexual harassment suit ciate who told a talk-show audience that he had a crush on him has been postponed again. say the information will eventually enter the case record. Oakland Circuit Judge Francis X. O'Brien postponed the trial at what he said was the request In her suit filed in December, Dale Gray, 40, a former graduate student, contends Alice of attorneys for both sides. He did not schedule a new trial date. Parker, a professor in the women's studies department, wrongly made their 13-month sexual Jonathan Schmitz, 26, is charged with first-degree murder in the March 9, 1995, shotgm relationship a basis for judging classroom performance. killing of Scott Amedure. Three days before the shooting, the two Orion Township residents During the gathering of evidence, U.S. District Judge Edwin L. Nelson on July 16 blocked taped a "Jenny Jones Show" segment about secret admirers. Amedure, who was Gay, told the attempts to reveal an earlier alleged relationship. Trial is not expected until next May. audience he was sexually attracted to Schmitz and described fantasies involving him. Schmitz has said he is heterosexual and believed he was going to meet a female secret ad- Germans Split on Same-Sex Marriage mirer. He also told police after his arrest that he shot Amedure after they returned from the Hamburg, Germany-AP-Germans may be generally more tolerant than Americans when it taping in Chicago and found a sexually suggestive note that Amedure admitted leaving on his comes to allowing same-sex couples to many, but the question is still divisive, according to a doorstep. recent survey. The "Jenny Jones" segment never aired. The Emnid poll, conducted last month for Spiegel-Special magazine, found 49 percent of At least three trial dates have been set, but various motions by both sides and a crowded Germans supported official recognition of Gay marriages, while 48 percent were opposed. court docket have repeatedly delayed the trial's start. In the United States, where an election-year debate on the subject is raging, a June Associ- O'Brien also ruled Wednesday that Schmitz's attorneys would not be allowed to call Jenny ated Press poll found 30 percent of Americans favored granting Gays the right to many, while Jones as a witness. 57 percent were opposed. The Emnid poll also found 93 percent of Germans said homosexuals should have equal ac- cess to the job market. The AP poll found 85 percent of Americans support equal rights in For Those with HIV Disease, Be Careful of terms of job opportunities. Kitty's Fleas and Claws Zimbabwe Again Bans Gay Books Harare, Zimbabwe-AP-The government banned a Gay rights exhibit from Zimbabwe's an- San Francisco — While a cat scratch may tremendous number of cats get infected?" nual book fair citing the "moral repulsiveness and deep distaste" with which Zimbabweans be the most common vehicle for transmitting says Koehler. "The identification of the view homosexuality. cat scratch disease (CSD) from felines to factors contributing to this large reservoir is Spokesman Bornwell Chakaodza said his government reacted with "dismay and consterna- humans, the common cat flea is probably the essential for developing strategies to prevent tion" to a decision by organizers of the five-day Harare International Book Fair to allow the most frequent way of transmitting the human and feline infection." small Gay and Lesbian Association to participate. infection between cats, say researchers at the Drs. Koehler and Chomel discourage the A similar exhibit was banned at last year's event, and this year's announcement was expected University of California, San Francisco and mass screening and treating of infected cats as to provoke another debate over censorship and civil rights at this year's fair, that opened in Ha- UC, Davis. an effective control method for several rare on July 30. Jane Koehler of the UCSF, Bruno Chomel reasons. "First, although there appears to be a The fair's organizers are independent, but the government has veto power because the event from UC, Davis, and their colleagues report huge number of cats infected, the number of takes place at a state art gallery. on a controlled experiment which demon- people who actually get CSD is relatively Keith Goddard, spokesman for the Gay rights group, said the group will not withdraw. No strates that the cat flea is a competent vector small." There are over 50 million cats in the immediate response was available from the fair's organizers. for Bartonella henselae (the cause of CSD) United States and approximately 22,000 cases and that direct cat-to-cat transmission could of CSD each year, she says, and CSD in Sheriff Dismisses Minister in Anti-Gay Dispute not be demonstrated in the absence of fleas. people with intact immune systems is almost Orlando, FL-AP- Outspoken televangelist John Butler Book will no longer serve as the The results appear in the August 1996 issue of always a benign infection that resolves sheriffs office volunteer chaplain because of his strident condemnation of Gays. the Journal of Clinical Microbiology. without antibiotic treatment. Secondly, cats Book, a longtime supporter of Orange County Sheriff Kevin Beary, recently argued that the These data suggest that control of flea who are treated for B. henselae bacteremia department violated its own policy by allowing a patrol car and deputy to be part of a Gay- infestation may reduce the number of insects often relapse. pride parade in downtown Orlando. capable of transmitting B. henselae from cat to In the first experiment, Drs. Koehler and Book called the parade a political event, and said the sheriff was quietly reversing his stand cat, and that in turn will reduce the feline Chomel and their colleagues evaluated the on Gay rights. reservoir from which humans can become ability of the cat flea to transmit B. henselae Beary responded by sending the preacher a letter, telling Book his public stand against Gays infected via a cat scratch," says Dr. Koehler. by removing fleas from infected cats and means he is no longer fit to be a counselor for deputies and their families. Those who work CSD has been recognized since the 1950s transferring them to two uninfected kittens in with the sheriffs office must serve all people and not show bias against any group, sheriffs but the bacterium that causes it has only a controlled flea-free environment. Both spokesman Steve Jones said. recently been identified. The most common became infected with B. henselae. The "If they had a Jewish parade, the sheriff would be involved even though he's a Christian," mode of transmission to humans is a scratch experiment was repeated 10 months later with Jones said Monday in Beary's absence. "He's not endorsing the parade. . . The sheriff is the from an infected cat. Infections apparently three more uninfected kittens, with the same sheriff for all people." cause no harm to cats and they display no results. Additionally, in both experiments Book said he had been so dismayed by the handling of the Gay-pride parade that he sent the symptoms. Symptoms in humans begin with fleas were collected from the infected cats and sheriffs department a letter of resignation before Beary told him to step down. an inflammation around the scratch site, tested for the presence of B. henselae DNA. which progresses to swelling of the lymph The researchers estimated that B. henselae Taylor Not Shy About Twisting Arms for AIDS nodes and a low-grade fever. was present in 80% of the fleas used in the Washington, DC-AP- Elizabeth Taylor, a longtime AIDS activist, says she has no problem "Our real concern is infections in AIDS first experiment and 45% of the fleas used in asking her fellow celebrities to open their checkbooks. patients," says Dr. Koehler. B. henselae the second. "I'm very crass when it comes to that," she said Monday night on CNN's "Larry King Live." infection in people with weakened immune The second experiment involved putting Taylor said she planned to ask House Speaker Newt Gingrich to open the federal checkbook systems can lead to a potentially fatal disease infected and uninfected kittens together in a when she meets with him. She's in town to lobby for more funding for AIDS research, better called bacillary angiomatosis (BA), which flea-free environment for 21 days. In contrast access to expensive, effective drugs and the repeal of federal and state bans on needle ex- looks like Kaposi's sarcoma. "But, because to flea-borne transmission, direct cat-to-cat change programs. so few HIV-infected people acquire this transmission among kittens could not be The actress cautioned against letting scientific advances in AIDS research make people com- infection from their cats and cat ownership is demonstrated in the absence of fleas, says Dr. placent about the disease. so beneficial, we do not recommend giving up Koehler. "It might seem that we can relax and resume business as usual," she said earlier Monday at pet cats. Instead, HIV-infected individuals Individuals shouldn't worry about acquiring the National Press Club. "But this progress, gained at such great cost ... is precisely why now should make their care-givers aware that they CSD infection directly from a flea, though. is not the time to turn back." have a cat, control flea infestation as much as "Although the flea-borne transmission of B. Taylor said she was proud that her fame had helped her raise money and awareness. possible, avoid getting scratched and if they henselae to cats appears to be very efficient, "I think it's the only reason to have clout. I think it's the only reason to have fame _ if you do get scratched, wash the scratch epidemiological data do not support efficient can use it to do somebody some good," she said on CNN. immediately." transmission from cat to human via the cat In a study of BA patients published in the flea," says Koehler. "Most case series of CSD President and First Lady to Co-Chair Quilt Journal of the American Medical patients report that CSD symptoms developed Association in February 1994, Dr. Koehler after the individual received a scratch, and in Washington, DC-President Clinton and the First Lady, Hillary Rodham Clinton, have and her colleagues identified 93% of cases in one large series, the inflamed agreed to serve as Co-Chairs of the Honorary Host Committee for the display of the entire the cat as the reservoir of B. henselae, and went on to cat scratch was still visible at the time of the AIDS Memorial Quilt in Washington, DC, which will occur October 11-13, 1996. This is the determine the number of cats that were initial diagnosis of CSD." first time a U.S. President has served in such a capacity for the display of the entire Quilt. bacteremic (had the bacteria in their Dr. Koehler does not rule out the potential The Honorary Host Committee includes notable American figures from the worlds of enter- bloodstream). The study estimated that 41% for flea-borne cat-to-human transmission but tainment, the arts, politics, sports, religion, and AIDS research. Among those participating are: of the cat population in the greater San says it requires further investigation. V U.S. Senators Barbara Boxer, Dianne Feinstein, Orrin Hatch and Edward Kennedy; U.S. Rep- Francisco Bay area could be bacteremic. resentatives Nancy Pelosi, Gerry Studds, Steve Gunderson and Barney Frank; figure skating "Additional studies in other regions of the champion Rudy Galindo; philanthropist James Hormel; Olympic diving champion Greg Lou- United States have demonstrated that feline B. ganis; entertainer Lily Tomlin, among others. henselae infection is very common. This Major sponsors for the display are American Express and Stadtlanders Pharmacy. prompted the question 'How did this August 1, 1996—August 14,1996—WISCONSIN LIGHT-3 Dying Lover Calls for His Spouse, But the Law Keeps Them from Each Other's Side Politically Speaking Long Beach, CA—When Juan Navarrete " Same sex sexual conduct does not touch Clinton's Re-election Not a Sure Thing came home from the market, he found his upon a fundamental right." partner lying on the concrete, his head cov- Another part of the argument touches on By Bill Meunier stances allow him to. We also believe that ered with blood. preventing the spread of AIDS. The state With a good sized lead in nearly enough those circumstances will ease considerably in He and LeRoy Tranton had been building a maintains that the anti-Gay sex law discour- states to clinch his re-election, most observers a second and final term. sun room, and Tranton had fallen off a ladder. ages sex between Gay men, who are at the think that President Bill Clinton is a safe bet Last but no means least, we prefer a young At the hospital, he slipped into a coma. highest risk of contracting the deadly disease. to retain the White House. energetic President to an old insider who's "I tell him to come back, we need him," re- The plaintiffs, in contrast, say the law is They are forgetting that the only thing that main claim to fame seems to be the length of calls Navarrete, a 36-year-old hotel waiter. intimidating and prevents people from being you can count on politics is that nothing stays time he has pandered to special interests in Tranton, 54, did come back four days later. open about their sex lives and from being static. That especially applies to standings in Washington DC. But he remained in the hospital, and nine tested for the virus that causes disease. the polls. Dole would be funny if a Presidential elec- months after the March 1989 accident, he The plaintiffs will have a chance to respond Clinton is to put it simply, not a "sure tion wasn't such serious business. It's fright went away again when his brother transferred to the state's brief; and the court isn't expected thing." The reason is equally simple, the ening to think that this man has a chance to him to a nursing home and prevented Navar- to begin weighing the case until year's end. GOP propaganda machinery is going at full be the leader of the free world. rete from seeing him. Unable to legally prove tilt. His lead is built in large part on He endorses a platform plank that would his relationship with his partner, Navarrete dissatisfaction with his Republican opponent. put every woman who has an abortion in jail lost him. MAP Sponsors If Bill Clinton looked out the window and for murder. Then he says the "Democratic Gay rights advocates hope to use Navar- said "Hey it looks like a great day out there position on abortion is an extremist one." rete's story to help pass into law a proposed Health Fair For and what nice shade of blue the sky is today." Dole says that smoking isn't necessarily domestic partnership ordinance that allows House Speaker Newt Gringrich and Senator addictive. When C. Everett Koop, arguably homosexuals to visit their partners in the hos- African-American Alphonse D'Amato would insist that he was the most popular Surgeon General ever pital or in prison. doing drugs and call for hearings to find out if objects, Dole says that Koop was "brain After the accident, Navarrete visited Iran- Hillary had supplied them. washed" by the liberal media. ton twice a day at St. Mary Medical Center, Women Gingrich, D'Amato and company have When questioned about his stance by a tactic of using taxpayer money to feeding him ice cream and soup, determined Milwaukee — Milwaukee AIDS Project's raised the milquetoast reporter, in a live interview, Dole the level of a fine art. to stay with him despite his brain damage. Dennis Hill Harm Reduction Center will host get at an opponent to threatened to sic the FCC on her for pushing The only good thing about the Whitewater "As long as he's alive, I'm happy with him," a free health fair for African American women the Democratic party line. he says. on Friday, August 16, 1996 from 8:00 a.m. to hearings is that they finally ended. As if those statements weren't unbelievable The Tranton's parents were dead, and his 4:00 p.m. Although the health fair is designed Whitewater hearings were such a waste enough, he also (with a straight face mind of our money that the Republicans were left brother, who has since died, lived in another to meet the needs of African American you) claimed the millions given to his party to claiming that some of the witnesses who state and didn't visit, Navarrete says. But sev- women, all members of the community are by the tobacco industry had nothing to do had passed lie detector tests had lied. eral months after the accident, the brother, invited to attend. The Dennis Hill Harm with his comments. who didn't approve of the Gay relationship, Reduction Center is located at 4311 West In other words, if a witness doesn't fit in Outside of his verbal missteps, the only with your preconceived notions and refutes sought to become Tranton's conservator. Vliet Street. hard news surfacing from the Dole campaign didn't exist, just Frightened, Navarrete went to court to The program will feature many different your theory about crimes that was his quitting his job and his appearance accuse her of lying. Of course, being a challenge the conservatorship. He says he was seminars on Milwaukee AIDS Project (MAP) without a tie in Cleveland. United States Senator, you can legally do it unfamiliar with a durable power of attorney programs including cooperative therapies, You know you're not being taken seriously without worrying about anything trivial like a for health care, and he had no proof he'd been early intervention program, support groups when the press reports what you wore (or slander or libel suit. Tranton's partner for eight years. The judge and mental health counseling, case didn't wear) rather than what you said. Plus you get on the network news and some rejected his challenge because he wasn't a management, Loving Spoonful food pantry, Once the euphoria of Dole's farewell to the people will probably believe you. Big deficits relative. clinical drug trials, as well as seminars about Senate party had worn off, people began in the polls become the big reasons for big Twice, the brother transferred Tranton to HIV and AIDS and alcohol and drug realizing why he left. lies. nursing homes without telling his partner, • treatment. Staying would have meant voting on issues Then there is the Hillary factor. Nancy Navarrete says. "Because MAP is a multicultural agency that Dole doesn't want to vote on. Vote one Reagan openly consorted with an astrologist Although the first nursing home returned that serves a diverse client population, the way and the conservatives he needs to win in and admitted that she made decisions of state Tranton to the hospital, Navarrete was unable Dennis Hill Harm Reduction Center is a key November get upset. Vote the other way and based on the woman's charts and predictions. to fmd out where he went the second time location for African American clients to access the American people are angry. Not much was said about it. But let Hillary until he received an ambulance bill listing the services," said Maggi Cage, Ph.D., MAP If Dole didn't have the energy and/or guts to have an imaginary conversation with Eleanor destination. When he went to the Canoga Director of Health Services. "This event is stay in the Senate and campaign, how can we Roosevelt and every Rush Limbaugh wanna Park nursing home shortly before Christmas, important as part of a larger effort to educate expect him to have the energy and/or guts to be is calling her a "Satanist." he says Tranton was asleep and his hands and the communities we serve about our programs be President? What the Republicans don't understand is legs were tied to a chair, purportedly to keep and services." Despite Clinton's lead and his ability (up to that they don't understand. We remember him from falling off. Health care providers and professionals will this point) to deflect Republican attacks he is that George Bush's own son was involved up When Navarrete tried to visit him, a nurse be on hand to provide information and advice. not yet home free. Expect Clinton to run to his neck in an S & L scandal that made stopped him, saying she'd been ordered to feature food, a raffle, free against Newt Gingrich and expect Dole to run The fair will also Whitewater look like a picnic. We also re- keep him away by the brother. . condoms, and demonstrations on acupuncture, against Hillary. Ross Perot will run against member that there was no GOP outrage or " I love him a lot," he told her. " He needs massage, condom use, and HIV testing. everybody and everything. investigation into that one. me." Seminars will take place throughout the day at Don't be surprised though if the supposedly We don't care what Bill Clinton did as The nurse acknowledged Tranton had been no charge, so interested members of the "independent" Whitewater Prosecutor, Ken Governor of Arkansas 10 or 15 years ago. calling, "Juan, Juan, Juan." But he left after community may attend any or all of the Starr, and/or Gringrich and D'Amato make What we do care about is what he is doing as she threatened to call the police. programs. some new accusation in the waning months of President now. "This statute is used every day to encour- Organizations participating in the health fair the campaign. We don't care about his alleged affairs. age discrimination against Gay people," said include Healthy Women and Infants Project, As things stand now, Clinton should win. After all didn't the American people make Franz. "Every day, good, law abiding people Wholistic Health Center, Rainbow But the election isn't now, it's in November. Grover Cleveland President in the last are declared felons." Community Health Center, Institute for Child Dole could still wake up and realize that his century despite his admission of having Smith also said the deviate sex law does not and Family Development - HIV+ Women of opponent is Bill Clinton and not Clinton's fathered an illegitimate child? wife. He could, but lets hope that he doesn't. violate privacy or equal protection guarantees, Color and Northwest General Hospital. While we may not fully trust him, most of He needs all the naps he can get. contrary to what Sherlock said in his ruling. more information, please contact For us believe that in the end Bill Clinton will do "States and governments have regulated Dorothy at (414) 225-1580. 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Then slip it in after you let your the end, because his condition, an amendment to the subject bare his guts. bill to finance a study of the differences in benefits Kush's cruel article is unworthy of The Wisconsin received by married people and Gay couples, wasn't Editorial Light. It must not be allowed to be the last word on included. But he came close, and had Newt Gingrich Bill Meunier's contributions to our community. The accepted his amendment, no doubt our wonderful Cream City Foundation and Miller Light owes Bill more. Republican would have lived up to his end of the And we owe Bill more too. We still need Bill's tal- bargain and voted against Gay marriage. That study The grant by Miller Brewery of $10,000 to the Cream City Foundation (CCF), could not have ents as a first-rate organizer, PrideFest builder, and would have provided interesting information, to be been better placed. Though CCF seldom promotes itself, it is, in our opinion, one of the most just plain decent human being: sure, but would it have outweighed the propaganda worthwhile, beneficial organizations in our community. It funds or helps to fund scholarships, • He was kind (yes, kind!) enough to turn the victory for the Religious Reich in having an openly events such as PrideFest, film festivals, concerts, organizations and a whole lot more. So often other cheek and continue to work as a volunteer Gay, "married" legislator vote against the recognition it is said, "Well, let's see if we can get a grant from the Foundation," for this or that project or rather than moon the motley gang that engi- of Gay relationships? event. CCF is there when we need it—and we need it more frequently than many people know. neered his ouster—illegally—so we could enjoy I think those who have heaped praise on Gunderson The same is true of Miller. It too, is there when we need it. Miller Brewery's record of giv- still another PrideFest with fireworks and flags; owe it to their readers to tell the full and true story of ing to this community is without peer. Festivals, concerts, LesBiGayTrans events of all kinds, • He was gracious (yes, gracious!) enough to ac- what he did. are bigger and better because Miller has given its support. Miller, too, is in the forefront of the cept a Lifetime Achievement Award from peo- AI Geiersbach struggle against AIDS. ple who were too timid to stand up for him Milwaukee We should thank the Foundation and give it our support by giving generously when asked when he needed their support and by remembering it in our wills. And finally, he was gentleman (yes, gentle- We should thank Miller Brewery, too. Have a Miller beer or another of the company's fine man!) enough to resign rather than risk ruining Deadlines products. Supporting Miller is giving support to ourselves. PrideFest for the rest of us. August 15th Issue Throw the bums out! We want Bill back! Mustache and shorts and cigarettes and all! Yes, he may be kind Articles - Aug. 9th of queer, but he's our kind of queer! And besides, Ads - Aug. 13th Letters we're used to him. Mikel Bruce J. August 29th Issue An Open Letter to the Community and to The Milwaukee Hooray for Bill Articles—August 21st Board of Pridefest Ads—August 24th TO THE EDITOR: Note: Please Note the change in Commentary By Eldon E. Murray who would contact me and others who had I was shocked to see the July 18-26 issue of your Recently the Board of Directors of done some checking on the lies and rumors paper quoting members of the PrideFest Board saying deadlines for the August 29th issue. Pridefest Inc. issued a press release an- when preparing his article. When I read the that they had "no confidence" in Bill Meunier's abil- This is due to the Democratic Con- nouncing the resignation of Bill Meunier as article by John Kusch that finally appeared I ity to represent them. As President of the Council of vention. Co-Chair which was printed exactly as issued was appalled. Apparently Mr. Kusch con- Festival Committees, Inc., I can attest to Bill's profes- in several Gay publications. I had been tacted everyone who had a grudge against sionalism and ability. waiting for a satisfactory explanation by the Meunier and but a few of his supporters. I Bill is well-respected in Milwaukee Festival circles. Give the People Light and they Pridefest Board for their actions in stripping know that I was not contacted and I was pre- It was his involvement with PrideFest that prompted will find their own way. Meunier of his duties just seven weeks before pared to give him the information I had gath- many of our vendor members, and even some of our the event was to take place. ered. I understand that several others who festival members, to get involved with PrideFest. His The press release, with its ambiguous took it upon themselves to check the stories ideas, genius, commitment, and professionalism have statements, did not explain, let alone justify that were circulating were not contacted ei- always shown through. The or excuse such shabby treatment of one of the ther, even though Mr. Kusch had been given There is not a festival chairperson from Bo Black most dedicated, hard working, and honest their names and phone numbers. So much for on down, who doesn't have their share of critics. Peo- Wisconsin persons in our community. Such statements "investigative" reporting. ple don't usually understand the difference between a as "...members of the Pridefest Board lost As far as Mr. Kusch's article in The Wis- good festival and a great one, let alone how to make a Light confidence in Meunier's ability to represent consin Light is concerned, I think he did the festival into a great event That lack of understanding the organization or enter into contract nego- best that he could with the information that doesn't make the critics right and the chairman wrong. tiations...", "decisions by the Board were he had. Unfortunately he did not dig deep The real test is the success of the festival, not the business related", and "best interests of enough or look for motives for some of the loudness or political position of the naysayers. Pridefest", which can be interpreted in sev- scurrilous statements that he quoted. For ex- PrideFest went from nothing to the Summerfest eral ways, all of them reflecting on Bill's ample, Miriam Ben- Shalom has been an im- grounds in four years. Regardless of what anyone else character, do him a great disservice. placable enemy of Bill Meunier ever since things, I'd say Bill Meunier passed that test with fly- Vicious rumors began to circulate in our she tried, unsuccessfully, to replace him as ing colors. community as soon as the word got around on director the minute it was obvious that a Janice Pelczynski the grapevine that Bill had been "dumped." small salary was to be given to Bill since he President, Council of Festival Committees In the interests of justice, I began to .track had no other employment. She wanted the Milwaukee down the sources of these rumors and to con- position because of the salary that was to ac- tact the persons outside of Pridefest who were company it. I was a member of the Pride Wisconsin Outdoor supposedly demanding Bill's resignation. Council at that time and had been concerned Executive & Editorial Offices also talked to persons on the Pridefest Coun- for some time by the back stabbing and ax Women 1843 N. Palmer throwing that occurred at nearly every Board cil who should have been involved in any de- Milwaukee, WI 53212 cision of such magnitude. I found that meeting. Ms. Ben-Shalom's dog-in-the-man TO THE EDITOR: Pridefest Council members were not con- ger politics was the last straw for me and I re- As long time members of the Wisconsin Outdoor (414) 372-2773 sulted concerning the action and that they had signed in disgust. My letter of resignation Women's (WOW) group, we were wondering why in LIGHT FAX: (414) been told by Sue Cook (PrideFest's Co- should be in PrideFest's files. a previous editorial it was stated that WOW is not a 372-1840 Chair) and/or Chris Klein (Cook's lover and I continued to watch Pridefest as best I success. Someone who evaluates WOW in this Office Hours: PrideFest's Treasurer) that Miller Brewing could from a safe distance. Little information manner may not be aware of the organization's and Cream City Foundation had both de- was available, but it was obvious that after mission statement which is "to provide high quality Monday-Friday-10:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m. manded Bill's removal and threatened to Ms. Klein's lover, Ms. Cook accepted the po- women's outdoor trips in a manner that is 24-Hour Recording withdraw their financial support if he were sition as Co-chair and voting Board member, environmentally sound". WOW has successfully Publisher not removed from power. Both sponsors cate- the power began to shift and a process to un- conducted over the years, skiing, camping, biking, Jerry Johnson gorically denied any such statements. Both dermine Bill was at work. His modest salary fishing, canoeing, high ropes courses, horseback stated that Bill had done a fine job and they was paid for only a few months before being riding, picnics, educational seminars and more. All Executive Editor. were pleased. People from Cream City even cut off. It was to be restored, interestingly women are invited to attend these activities at low cost Terry Boughner, Ph.D. and non-members alike. asked me to please try to scotch such rumors Please Turn to PrideFest - Page 27 — members Arts & Entertainment Editor because aside from being untrue, they made Although we empathize with the point of view that Geno finding our way into the community is unusually the Foundation look bad. Advertising Manager Applause for Bill difficult, it is not part of WOW's mission to be a social Another rumor stated that Bill had been Jerry Johnson "fired" because many of the vendors and per- club. In spite of the fact we have offered picnics as 372-2773 sons renting sales tables were threatening to TO THE EDITOR: purely social activities. Socializing has been withdraw from Pridefest and hold their own Miriam Ben-Shalom as arbitress of dress and deco- encouraged through potluck dinners which have rump festival if Bill were not removed from mm? Bob Mazzacone on the virtues of teetotaling? become a traditional part of all of our trips. In our office. This one was also traced back to Ms PrideFest as a Fortune 500 Company? Has the new opinion, it is not necessarily the organizations Cook and Ms. Klein. I was only able to find millennium already dawned? Have I missed some- responsibility to ensure that everyone has a good time. Columnists and Reporters one vendor who was unhappy with Bill. Bob thing? WOW is an entirely volunteer run organization and Glenn Bishop, Eugene "Geno" Brzenk, Mazzacone , of Designing Men, was very vo- Or did John Kush, investigative reporter extraordi- success or failure depends upon the members 'Ph.D., Sue Burke, Jason Jellison, Karen cal in public concerning the increased fees for naire, miss just about everything? With greater enthu- involvement in the group and its activities. Lamb, Ph.D., Bill Meunier, John Quinlan, sales tables since the event was to be at siasm than my hunky neighbor's Labrador on a romp We would like to invite women of all lifestyles to Carl Szatmary Summerfest grounds instead of War Memo- through the park, he seems to have sniffed every trace participate, get involved, and then make your own rial Park. He was also unhappy because he of "evidence" he could find to impugn Bill Menuier's evaluation. Associated Press would not be allowed to sell T shirts with the record as Co-director of PrideFest. That's what you Trudy Farrell p words "Wisconsin Pride" or "Milwaukee get when you send a Lab to do a Poodle's work. No Margaret Ruscetta Copyright © brains. Where's Glenn Bishop when you really need Milwaukee 1996 Pride" on them as he had last year. Indeed, I By Novo was told that he not only frequently wailed him? Graphics, Ltd. against Bill publicly, but actually tried to get Let's look at some facts. Bill Meunier turned a local Gunderson and DOMA THE WISCONSIN LIGHT is published biweekly by NOVO Milwaukee parade into a major Midwestern event. No GRAPHICS, LTD.. with offices at 1843 N. Palmer. other businesses and bars to join in a boycott Milwaukee, WI 53212. Advertising and copy deadline is the of Pridefest. When he was unsuccessful in small feat when you recall that a noted Gay author TO THE EDITOR: Tfiursday, prior to publication. Opinions expressed by those efforts he managed to secure the best once described Milwaukee as being 90 miles and four Those who have heaped praise on Republican Steve writers in WISCONSIN LIGHT are not necessarily those of light years the publisher, editor, or our advertisers. Any reference outside locations in the table area and then north of Chicago. Because of Bill's mar- Gunderson for his "stand" on Gay marriage should madE to any individual or organization should not be was heard to be loudly complaining when it keting skills, he brought more Queers to Veterans inform the public that he was ready to vote for the construed as an indication of the same's sexual or affection Park last year than this "Defense of Marriage Act" (DOMA) that defines orientation or preference. All copy, text, design, photos, and rained on his merchandise. year's amateurish take over illustrations in advertisements are, published with the I checked out several other rumors includ- crew managed to draw to the largest festival grounds marriage as being between a man and a woman and understanding that the advertiser is fully authorized and has on Lake Michigan. thus makes Gay marriage impossible. secured proper written consent for the use of names. ing one that Bill had categorically turned pictures, or testimonials of any living person, and down a large cash contribution that was to Yes, I suppose Bill could stand to read "Miss Man- We are indebted to a straight newspaper, the WISCONSIN LIGHT may lawfully publish and cause such ners," and maybe Dress for Success. Couldn't we Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, for making us aware of publication to be made; and the advertiser agrees by pay for nationally known name entertainment submitting ads to indemnify and save blameless the for the festival. That one really didn't make all? But with more than 20 years of fund-raising expe- Gunderson's perfidy. publication of any error that may be contained in said ad. rience. I assure you that Bill's a professional with the Apparently local Gay publications are operated by WISCONSIN LIGHT does not accept any responsibility for sense and of course, it was untrue. As near as any claims made by advertisers. The entire contents of ( I could come was that someone, whose name I best of them_ A Fortune 500 executive would be Republicans who chose to cover up his treachery. WISCONSIN LIGHT are © Comvighted and protected under the Federal Copyright Act and International proud to have done what Bill did with PrideFest A vote for DOMA by Gunderson would have { never found out, was bragging about his Conventions. Reproduction of any portion of any issue will connections to both money and national talent But then he'd (definitely a he) probably be a card- provided powerful propaganda for bigots such as Pat not be permitted without express written permisibm of carrying member of the Log Cabin Club, assuming Robertson and Pat Buchanan — both former NOVO GRAPHICS, LTD. Legal venue is Milwaukee Bounty. a few weeks before the event. Top name tal- Wisconsin. Printed in the U.S.A. ent could not possibly have been booked at they carry cards, and although he'd wear the Gucci candidates for the Republican Presidential nomination, such a late date even if this person had been loafers Miriam now deems de rigeur, he certainly I might add. Subscribe to able to raise the funds. Needless to say wouldn't smoke or drink or allow codoms to be dis- Just think of it: an openly Gay member of the House funds for this endeavor never materialized tributed in public. Just what we need. of Representatives who has lived for many years in a Wisconsin Light Kush's collection of rumors and innuendo and "relationship" with another man votes to exclude Gays and the name entertainment, although adver- 1 Year (25 issues) tised, never performed. "sources" must have made Joe McCarthy sit up in his from the federal definition of marriage. Why, if even a First Class I had not spoken out about my findings ear- grave. Mix lies and slander with honest praise from a "married" Gay legislator votes against Gay marriage, $24.95 lier because I was told that The Wisconsin few real community leaders like Doug Nelson and surely that must prove it's wrong. Third Class $11.95 Light had hired an "investigative reporter" Tony Rhodes and Si Smits and you forge one sharp No, Gunderson didn't vote against Gay marriage in August 1, 1996—August 14, 1996—WISCONSIN LIGHT-5 Mr. Mazzacone had no idea what was going The Truth Be Told on - he never was on the PrideFest board nor Several Gays Offer to Go to Montana and was he ever a sponsor nor a volunteer. Mr. A response to the so-called "investigative" Mazzacone was a vendor for the first time at report on the Have Sex to Test State's Sodomy Law "resignation" of Bill Meunier PrideFest '95, having rented booth space to from the PrideFest Board. sell his wares. Yet, Mr. Kusch found his Helena, MT—Montana should reinstate its the test. comments important enough to this ban on Gay sex, a law that has never been en- Smith said none of the writers said where Commentary by Roberta Niggemeier forced and doesn't violate personal privacy, or when they would engage in sex, but that My name is Roberta Niggemeier and for "investigative" report. Come on people, wake up and smell the shit. Montana's attorney general told the state Su- they would notify the police before they did those of you who may not have known, I was preme Court on July 24. it. the Co-director of PrideFest, along with Bill It was also implicated that Bill had a choice in this decision. Well, what would you do? The appeal by state Attorney General Joe The plaintiffs say that, although the law Meunier, since it's inception. was never All of Bill's responsibilities were stripped Mazurek is against a February ruling by a enforced, it fostered a climate of You may not have heard my name or known district judge in Helena that struck down the intolerance. of my involvement simply because I felt no from him - illegally by the way. (There is no Montana law making sex between Lesbians After a second need to publicize - rather I let Bill be the provision in the by-laws for this kind of ac- unsuccessful attempt, Navar- and Gay men a felony. The ruling came in a rete hired a lawyer to help him obtain visita- main spokesperson. Why? Because he was tion.) lawsuit by six Gay people last year who ar- tion rights. The morning of the court and still is a great spokesperson, motivater Yet by the kindness in the board's heart, his hearing, gued the "deviate sexual conduct law" was the brother's lawyer called and activist for this community. title alone still remained. Would you resign to say the session unconstitutional. wouldn't be necessary. Bill and I, along with the rest of those in- if this happened to you? Bill had no choice in "These kinds of questions, such as whether Tranton died four days earlier, and his body volved with PrideFest, fought hard to make any of this because these decisions were made same sex sexual contact should be legal, are had already been shipped out of state. PrideFest what it is today and it is with this during secret, illegal board meetings without difficult policy questions that should be left to "I was so disappointed," Navarrete says. in mind that I must finally speak out against Bill's knowledge. the Legislature and not decided in the courts," "Where is the human part there? Where is the injustices done to Bill in the months since It is right here that I am calling for a pub- lication of PrideFest's by-laws. When all of Clay Smith, the state's lead attorney in the the human part?" my resignation from the board July 24. you have a chance to read these by-laws for case, said Wednesday, A city domestic partnership ordinance I resigned from the PrideFest board in Oc- Holly Franz, a Helena lawyer who - yourself - you will be as outraged as I am re- wouldn't supersede the rights of a conserva- tober of 1995. Rumor has it that I resigned sents the plaintiffs in the lawsuit, said the garding the treatment of Bill Meunier and the tor, who can bar visitors, says Thomas Cole- because of Bill, however that is the furthest state is presenting the same arguments on ap- Nazi type actions made by this board. man, Navarrete's attorney. But a partnership from the truth. peal that it used in defending the law before If you think I am being harsh, you are right, registration statement could be used in a court Obviously, names need to be named, so District Judge Jeffiey Sherlock. It was Sher- because I am scared. Scared for our commu- hearing challenging the conservatorship or here goes. lock who ruled that the law violated the pri- nity. Scared that we have allowed ourselves seeking visitation rights. The original PrideFest board was composed vacy provision of the Montana Constitution. to treat each other in our community in such a "This could be very powerful evidence," of Bill and myself as Co-Chairs, Miriam Ben- "We believe the Supreme Court will agree manner. Coleman says. Shalom as Vice President and Michael that consenting sex between adults Insinuating that Bill has a drinking prob- is a very Navarrete is convinced a partnership state- Lisowski as Secretary. In 1994, we brought private matter and the state has no right to lem, dresses poorly, smokes cigarettes in ment would have persuaded a judge to let him Scott Gunkel on as Treasurer. He resigned regulate it," Franz said. public and has a grooming problem are the visit his partner, to make it clear he hadn't shortly after PrideFest '94. We ran without a The deviate sexual conduct law made sex most ridiculous and ignorant charges. abandoned him, possibly even to take him treasurer until the beginning of 1995, when between same-sex partners a felony punish- Were these facts, or simply angry words out home. Chris Klein was recruited to be acting treas- able by up to 10 years in prison and $50,000 of people who just do not like Bill? When "If I had a certificate to prove I was with urer. in fines. was the last time you read or heard charges him, it wouldn't have happened," Navarrete Ms. Klein volunteered to be our acting Gov. Marc Racicot encouraged Mazurek to such as these in the straight world? says. "He died quick because he didn't see treasurer only through PrideFest '95 and appeal the ruling, saying a state Supreme Imagine it, Peter Jennings calling for the me. If I had that certificate, he would still be though there was some controversy regarding Court decision would impeachment of President Clinton because he bring finality to the de- alive." her possible position with us, at the time we bate. Some of the Gays and Lesbians who forgot to flush after using the bathroom at a found the allegations unfounded and voted filed the suit also want the final say of the press conference. her on the board. court. BUY YOUR NEXT VEHICLE If you are going to investigate, Mr. Kusch, I Around this same time, we felt the need to Several attempts to abolish the law have suggest you do it right next time. Bill Me- FROM US AND WE WILL have a Legal Advisor on the board, since we failed in the Legislature. unier's record with PrideFest stands alone be- were looking at going into contract negotia- In its appeal, the attorney general's office cause he made it by himself. Obviously, DONATE $250 TO THE tions with World Festivals, Inc. says the case should be thrown out because some people just could not stand the fact that (Summerfest). the six people suing the state aren't accused of MILWUAKEE AIDS PROJECT Bill did it and did it well. Steve Brondino seemed perfect for the po- breaking the law. question is a good thing. To believe sition and he agreed. Thus we amended the To "The statute has never been enforced, no • Rent to Purchase Program everything you hear and read is not. Bill Me- by-laws to include the position of Legal Advi- one's ever been prosecuted," Smith pointed • Trade-ins Welcome sor on the board and Mr. Brondino was voted unier deserves at least that. out. "If they want to challenge the law, they • Financing Welcome onto the board. should wait until there's a prosecution." We all thought that things would look up The attorney general's office said that it had • Service Warranties Available for PrideFest. I mean, hey, we had all of our Wisconsin Cancer received several letters from Gay people of- (414) 282-9223 bases covered. We were wrong. Dead fering to come to Montana and have sex so 4739 S. 27" St. wrong. In-house power struggles began. Screening Project that they could be arrested and the law put to Ain.° "'NTAL• Greenfield, WI 53221 Bill's job performance was suddenly ques- tioned, as well as his personal and profes- sional conduct. My God, I began to think that Targets Older Bill was running for President! Every move that Bill made was questioned and decisions Lesbians he made as Co-director were fought against. Madison— The Wisconsin Women's In no instance CONTAMINATED BLOOD did Bill abuse his position or Cancer Control Program is a project dedicated make any deals with anyone that the board to providing women who are over the age of was not aware of. 50 and meet the income guidelines with free PRODUCT Bill was doing his job and unfortunately, health screenings. This project covers tests some people wanted it. Personally, I could such as mammograms, clinical breast exams, Attention Immunoglobulin Users not take the in-house struggle any more and I and Pap and pelvic exams for women who do resigned. After 4 PrideFests, helping to bring not have insurance that covers these Gammagard is an immunoglobulin used to treat conditions such our celebration out of $12,000 in debt, screenings annually. as immune system problems or leukemia. charging over $2,500 onto my personal credit Although this program has always been cards to keep the first PrideFest running and targeted toward ALL women who meet the Baxter Healthcare recalled Gammagard in February, 1994 spending thousands of hours on the fest so we program's guidelines, the Wisconsin had something to be proud of, I resigned. No, Women's Cancer Control Program in Dane because the product could have been contaminated with the I did not resign because of Bill. If he were County has just launched a new effort that Hepatitis-C virus. the reason, I would have resigned years be- specifically targets the Lesbian population. fore. So, get the facts right. The Lesbian community has all-too- If you, or any one you know, have used Gammagard between Speaking of getting the facts right, I am out- frequently fallen victim to neglect within the September, 1992 and March, 1994, please call: raged by the so-called "investigative" report medical system and it is recognized that, written by John Kusch and published in Vol- along with the general risk factors, Lesbians ume 9, issue 209 of the Wisconsin Light. also face insensitivity and homophobia in the The Law Offices of Charles Johnson & Associates Never have I seen, with the exception of arti- medical community, which may put Lesbians cles in the National Enquirer, a more biased, at an increased risk. (612) 633-5685 or 1 (800) 535-5727 poorly researched piece of reporting. The program's focus is on promoting early I guess for those of you not involved in all detection via screening. According to the You may be entitled to compensation. of this mess, it probably read truthful. How- Wisconsin Division of Health, when breast ever, from one who was involved, I am sick- cancer is detected early, meaning that it is ened by the personal attacks on Bill, as well localized breast cancer or non-invasive, as the implications that Bill even had a choice survival rates increase 94 percent. in his resignation. Please read on, this is go- Regular mammograms and monthly breast ing to get quite good. self-exams (B SE's) increase the chances that After I resigned in October of 1995, Susan breast cancer will be detected early. This Cook took my place as Co-director. She program is of particular interest to Lesbians seemed the natural choice, except for the fact on Medicare, since Medicare does not cover PRODUCTS FOR THE that she and Ms. Klein are lovers. Somewhat these tests annually. of a conflict, yet nonetheless we felt that this This program is not only a means of EARTH CONSCIOUS would not be a problem. Yet, a mere 3 assuring that older Lesbians receive the months later, Bill's job is on the line. screenings they need, but a means of educa- • ORGANICI CLOTHING As stated in the by-laws, each position on tion. • HEMP CL HIND COSORIES responsibilities and the board has certain job Kathleen Krchnavek, the program coor- • .NATURAL CLEA -made behind Bill's limits. Decisions were re dinator, states, "The Wisconsin Women's • ORGANIC COTTON 04 01 :;:fit COMFORTERS back. Everything Bill had normally done in Cancer Control Program is about empower- • UNBLEACHED a UNTREATED DOING his realm of Co-director was now under scru- ment. It is a way for women to learn about • PERSONAL CARE PRODUCTS,'. DY OILS tiny and in most cases - re-done. and take control of their health." BEESWAX There was no reason for this follow up on If you are a Lesbian age 50 and older, with • ENERGY cimsERvkTigNA:,..poucrs Bill - he had done his job and as always, done little to no health insurance, and meet the -'igoo_towmoosolco otgots it well. Bill was responsible for the grants income guidelines, you may be eligible to • CHItOMA4iiiituLt,,tpEctRum,tiews in excess of $20,000. given to PrideFest receive free screenings. BAY CLOTHING'8.AiCGE.S.SO TIES Bill was responsible for achieving the larg- For more information about obtaining free *it 466** est dollar amount raised from any fundraiser O'ignoNERY screening tests for breast and cervical cancer, • for PrideFest - $12,000. So, you ask, why the contact: Kathleen Krchnavek, Dane County problem? Power hungry people. Human Services Department, Division of HOME ENZROrM:ENETs It simply amazes me that as an investigative Public Health, at (608) 242-6392. Kathleen 216 N. HENRY STREET, MADISON reporter, Mr. Kusch was not able to find any can also be contacted if you are interested in 251'4905 answers. My belief is that he did not take the attending monthly Lesbian Health Issues HOME MON, TOES, WED, FRI. SAT 10-6 • THURS 10-8 • SUN NOON-5 • • • • • • • •• • • time or effort to find out the truth. Take me Workgroup meetings. V for example - I was never questioned. Instead JUST OCT STATE STREET, NUT 10 MIMOSA BOOKSTORE Mr. Kusch felt the need to question Bob Mazzacone - a vendor at PrideFest. August 1, 1996—August 14,1996—WISCONSIN LIGHT-6 Judge Rules RNC Effort to Block Free On The Road to the Conventions Speech at Convention Unconstitutional Buchanan's Out, Gingrich Fades, Gay San Diego, CA — Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual against discrimination based on sexual and Transgender VOICES '96 scored a orientation; (2) Recognition of the rights of Hollywood Ponders, Reed Scents Victory, historic victory on July 19 in United States Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender District Court in San Diego against the families including the right to adoption, child Republican National Committee (RNC) which custody, foster parenting, and the freedom to While the Religious Right May Split Away had sought to move the "free speech zone" for many; (3) Social acknowledgment and San Diego—As political insiders have long "The organized Gay lobby will go into or- demonstrations during the week of GOP condemnation of anti-Gay prejudice, predicted, Pat "Culture War" Buchanan has bit," The Times quotes Reed as saying. Reed convention. In a ruling that will dramatically intolerance and violence based on sexual said he may lead a walkout from the GOP added he was counting on a series of disrup- bolster the right to free speech at future orientation; (4) Increased funding for research convention. tive and embarrassing demonstrations against political conventions, Federal Judge Rudi and quality, accessible health care for people Ostensively, Buchanan's reason for the Clinton just as the presidential campaign got Brewster ruled that the City of San Diego with AIDS/HIV, breast cancer and other walkout would be the GOP's refusal to retain underway. acted unconstitutionally when it moved the serious diseases; (5) School- and community- an extreme anti-choice, anti-Gay stand. Bu- Although the Defense of Marriage Act designated "free speech zone" 300 yards away based support for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and chanan says publicly that if Dole picks a pro- (DOMA) has yet to pass Congress, Clinton's from the San Diego Convention Center simply Transgender youth. choice running mate the anti-choicers "would aides said his announcement of support for to placate the contractual demands of the In addition, VOICES '96 has also adopted a likely break, and part of it would leave the the bill was meant to prevent Sen. Bob Dole Republican Party. The American Civil Statement of Solidarity with communities convention. I don't think that's even arguable." from using the Gay marriage issue against Liberties Union (ACLU) Foundation of San fighting to: keep Affirmative Action; preserve However, Buchanan's promised walkout him in the campaign. Diego and Imperial Counties represented federal assistance programs as entitlements; from the convention is not just about being Reed's remarks seem to signal a shift in VOICES '96, the San Diego County. Chapter end the scapegoating of immigrants as the anti-choice or anti-Gay. Rather, it is in re- strategy for the Christian Coalition, which in of the National Organization for Women cause of our economic woes and the LGBT sponse to his being declared persona non recent months has tried to tone down its em- (NOW) and the Chicano Federation of San communities as a threat to "family values"; grata by the GOP. At this point, (late July) phasis on Gay issues. Reed has said focusing Diego County, co-plaintiffs in the suit filed uphold the separation of church and state; and convention planners aligned with the Dole on Gay related subjects is seen by too many in June 20 against the RNC and the City of San protect a woman's right to choose. campaign do not plan to let Buchanan speak the electorate as divisive and is therefore po- Diego. ' A Week of' Activities Planned or even invite him inside the convention hall. litically unproductive. The issue of Gay mar- In February, the San Diego Police The coalition has secured permits for four According to the Washington Post, Paul riage, however, seems a win-win proposition Department announced that it had selected a events at the designated "free speech zone." Manafort, in charge of planning next month's for the group. parking lost adjacent to the trolley tracks On Monday evening, August 12, the opening San Diego convention for the Dole campaign, Reed has activated the Christian Coalition directly across from the Convention Center as night of the convention, a Lesbian, Gay, said party officials would block any effort to network to win approval of the legislation, the designated site for the Special Events Bisexual and Transgender Rally will be held put Buchanan's name in nomination and that though he readily admits that it wasn't neces- Area where demonstrations would be held at the "free speech zone" from 6:30 p.m. to he "will not be a presence" at the convention. sary. Congressional support for the bill is so during the Republican National Convention in 8:30 p.m., preceded by a march from nearby On July 16th, Buchanan snubbed a unity overwhelming that even Gay organizations San Diego, August 12-15. The site was Pantoja Park (north side of G Street, between luncheon hosted by Dole for his vanquished are convinced it will reach the President's selected by the Police Department because it Columbia Street and India Street). Planned primary rivals. One senior campaign strategist desk. met security, logistical and constitutional speakers include Melinda Paras, Executive called Buchanan's refusal to attend "a mis- Right Wing Third Party? criteria. The FBI and Secret Service endorsed Director, NGLTF; Candace Gingrich, take" and "a pretty strong statement that he's As many political observers have been pre- the selected site. spokesperson for the HRC; Donna Red Wing, still a candidate. People are laughing about dicting for months, the Religious Right has The RNC has a contractual agreement with National Director of Community Affairs for that." drawn up contingency plans in the event that the City which allows the RNC authority to GLAAD; and Urvashi Vaid, Former NGLTF Of course, some people are laughing about the GOP doesn't fulfill their demands. approve the security plans for the convention. Executive Director and author of Virtual Bob Dole too, which is why Buchanan is still Howard Phillips, president of the Conser- In what the court determined was a partisan Equality. In addition the Flirtations will be a candidate. GOP officials, speaking on the vative Caucus has surfaced as the front man political endeavor to move protests as far performing a special tribute to Michael condition of anonymity, said late Wednesday, for the Religious Right's attempt to mobilize away as possible from the convention, the Callen, a former member of the singing group July 24, that the snub annoyed Dole and all a religious reactionary party if the GOP does- RNC proposed that the Special Events Area who died of AIDS. but ruled out any high-profile convention role n't nominate a VP and write a platform to its be relocated to a parking lot one-third of a On Tuesday evening, an AIDS rally is for Buchanan. liking. mile further south. In an attempted planned at the site from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Buchanan is demanding a prime-time Phillips says: "It is possible constitutionally compromise, the City moved the "free speech again with a pre-march from Pantoja Park. speaking slot. "I am going to be heard at that and legally to be on the November ballot in zone" to a lot three full city blocks away from Planned speakers include Derek Hodel, Public convention," Buchanan vowed on July 15th. all 50 states in 1996, and to withhold a deci- the originally designated site. Policy Director, Gay Men's Health Crisis; Joe Short of an armed take over of the podium, sion about the identity of an independent, pro- At a June 20 press conference announcing Zuniga of the AIDS Action Council; Elizabeth Buchanan will probably not be heard. life, anti-sodomy ticket until after the Re- the filing of the suit, Jordan Budd, Managing Birch, HRC Executive Director, and Sean Gingrich publican convention in San Diego." Attorney for the ACLU affiliate cited previous Sasser of the HRC. The Flirtations will be Another interesting note is that Newt Gin- The new religious party has already been federal court cases that have determined that performing on Tuesday night as well. grich's role in the convention has been greatly formed, called the "U.S. Taxpayers Party," protesters must be allowed within eyesight Wednesday afternoon, from 12:45 to 1:45 reduced. Custom dictates that the party's con- and headed by reconstructionist theologian and earshot of convention delegates. Budd p.m., a Queer Youth SpeakOut will be held in gressional leader serves as the convention R.J. Rushdoony, who supports what he noted, "The national convention of a major the "free speech zone." Among those invited chair. That means wielding the gavel and be- maintains is the Biblical death penalty for political party is one of the greatest moments to speak is Kelli Peterson, who founded the ing the most visible person at the convention. Gays. in the political life of our nation. If the First Gay-Straight Alliance at a Salt Lake City high However, Gingrich is so unpopular with the Phillips is rounding up support for the new Amendment means anything, it should mean school, setting off a statewide move to ban American people that the Republican party party among Religious Right leaders. that people may stand close enough to such an Gay clubs from schools. passed over Gingrich and named governors In a June 2, 1996 memo from Phillips to event to be seen and heard." Speaking On the closing night of the convention, Christie Whitman of New Jersey and George James Dobson leaked to the press by someone immediately after the July 19 court hearing, VOICES '96 will be part of the "Voices for W. Bush of Texas to be co-chairs. inside Dobson's organization, Phillips de- Budd stated, "Today Judge Brewster ruled Justice Coalition March and Rally" which will While Gingrich will have some air time, his scribes the new party mobilization plan a that the RNC's veto of the Police protest against the politics of scapegoating exposure will be sharply diminished. "political insurance policy." The memo states Department's designated speech venue was an from religious political extremists within the Out There, the entertainment industry's that Pat Buchanan is Phillips' first choice for unconstitutional act of censorship, and struck Republican Party. Sponsoring organizations Gay and Lesbian activist/support group held a the new party's presidential ticket,and the it down. The judge strongly endorsed the include VOICES '96, San Diego County recent meeting to debate whether it would first objective is to get the U.S. Taxpayers First Amendment principle of 'scrupulous Chapter of NOW, the Chicano Federation, the throw its support behind Clinton in '96 as it Party on the ballot inall 50 states. neutrality' in the regulation of free speech, ACLU, the San Diego County Democratic did in '92. Phillips's memo is attempting to elict Dob- and ruled that Ethel City of San Diego could Party, the Gem Party Council, the Poor As with most current debates involving the son's support in this objective. not give the RNC the right to relegate its People's Party, the Coalition for Reproductive president and the Gay community, much of Dobson has already said he would support a critics to a more distant venue, simply to Choice, Handgun Control, and others. the group's focus centered on Clinton's sup- third party if the GOP "fails to address the divert attention from their message." Melinda Paras, NGLTF Executive Director, port for the Gay marriage ban now barreling things that matter most." Tony Valenzuela, Co-Chair of VOICES '96 will be addressing LGBT issues. Other its way through Congress. Dobson wrote a letter last March to Repub- was elated at the decision. "This is a victory speakers will address issues such as the rights Variety quotes Out There co-chairperson, lican National Committee Chairman Haley for the First Amendment," proclaimed of organized labor, reproductive choice, Bruce Cohen, a DreamWorks producer, as Barbour. Valenzuela. "Groups exercising their rights Affirmative Action and the California Civil saying Clinton's early retreat on the Gays on Dobson complains that Barbour is focusing to free speech within the Lesbian, Gay, Rights Initiative (which would abolish the military issue in 1993 came as a blow, but on economic issues and ignoring "the great Bisexual and Transgender communities felt Affirmative Action programs in state that his position on same-sex marriage moral issues of our time. .... In your smoke- we could not effectively convey our message programs, agencies and institutions). Fol- "throws everything into question." filled think tanks somewhere in the bowels of of justice and equality from the site that the lowing a march, the rally is to be held at the Co-chair Nina Jacobson concurred. Both, Washington, you have concluded that those City and the RNC had selected. This time "free speech zone" site from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. however, see danger in' the degree of Gay who put you in power can be snookered ... around, the RNC has not been successful in Other VOICES '96 events include a Town apathy towards the Democratic ticket this Remember, 43% of your votes last November censoring differing points of view." Hall Meeting, at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, August year. came from evangelical Christians. They The judge left the determination of the 11 at the Spreckels Masonic Lodge (3585 Both acknowledged that dissension among trusted Republicans to deal with their deepest actual demonstration site to the City of San Front Street at First Avenue). Urvashi Vaid the wealthy and influential Gay powerbrokers longings and fears.... If Republicans fail to Diego. "Now that the decision will be placed will moderate a critical dialogue with some of in Hollywood gives the Republican ticket a address the things that matter most ... you in the hands of the City," Valenzuela the movement's most well-known and boost it desperately needs, especially in Cali- leave us with no recourse but to consider a observed, "we are confident that they will respected leaders and community members fornia. third party candidate for President in 1996." make the best decision that will meet the around issues such as civil rights, AIDS, And regardless of Clinton's lukewarm sen- The primary issue of the U.S. Taxpayers constitutional requirement of free speech for coming out, violence and harassment, sitivity to Gay and Lesbian issues, as Clin- Party is to ban all abortions. It is this issue, all interested groups. Considering that the Gay/Lesbian family issues, and youth suicide. ton's long-time friend, David Mixner indi- along with anti-Gay rights, which is at the site at 4th Avenue and K Street is the only Wednesday afternoon, from 6:00 to 9:00 cated, it's a good deal better than the hostility heart of the secession from the GOP. other site that has been considered and p.m. at the Cypress Room, 3665 Park showed by the GOP. In his memo to Dobson, Phillips says, "the approved for security reasons by the San Boulevard (catered by California Cuisine), an The group's mission is to decide whether to Reagan and Bush administrations, in signifi- Diego Police Department, the FBI and the "Honoring Our Voices" fund raising reception formally sit out the election, or rally for cant respects, advanced abortion by approving Secret Service, it seems as if the City will will be held to honor the many movement Clinton to let Dole know his attempt to stir hundreds of billions of dollars in subsidies for once again propose that site." leaders who will be in town for the trouble between Clinton and Gay powerbro- Planned Parenthood." VOICES '96 convention. Later that evening, starting at kers won't work, said Cohen. Between 300 Phillips goes on to outline how the new LGBT VOICES '96 (Lesbian Gay Bisexual 9:00 p.m., a "Politics of Dancing" party will and 400 of Hollywood's "Best and Brightest" party, if granted the Presidency would quote - and Transgender Voters Organized in be held at Rich's, a popular dance club were at the power pow-wow. - "appoint only anti-abortion judges...veto Coalition for the Elections) is a San Diego- located at 1051 University Avenue in the One thing of interest: While the female funding for all pro-abortion programs and based grass roots coalition of local and Hillcrest area of San Diego. stars went in through the front door, most of services... instruct U.S. attorneys to prosecute national organizations coordinating political Hotel and motel rooms will be scarce during the males in that category slipped in through "abortuaries"... withhold funding for courts action, educational forums, and cultural arts the convention. Limited community housing the back. andjudges who have violated the laws of God prior to and during the Republican National will be available on a first-come, first served Meanwhile, according to The New York with respect to abortion." Convention. Organizations involved in the basis. Times Ralph Reed, executive director of the It is unclear how much support Phillips will coalition, in addition to approximately 20 Call (619) 296-1179 for more information. . Christian Coalition, is pushing Congress to be able to muster. What is clear is that he local groups, are the Human Rights Campaign "Men on Vacation" has secured a block of send President Clinton legislation by Labor wishes to establish a fundamentalist theoc- (HRC), the National Gay and Lesbian Task hotel rooms for VOICES '96, with prices Day that would deny federal recognition of racy in this country, and if the GOP won't do Force (NGLTF), Gay and Lesbian Alliance starting at $104 per night. To make a same-sex marriage. it, a third party will. Against Defamation (GLAAD), National reservation, call (800) 854-7688. Reed said he doubted Clinton would actu- Given how much noise Pat Robertson, Latino Lesbian and Gay Organization The mailing address for LGBT VOICES '96 ally sign the legislation, as the President has Ralph Reed, James Dobson, and others in the (LLEGO) and the Los Angeles Gay and is P. 0. Box 3128, San Diego, CA 92163- said that he would. If he does, however, Reed Religious Right have made the past three Lesbian Community Services Center. 1128; phone (619) 296-1179; FAX (619) 296- said he expects a politically embarrassing months about splitting fioin the GOP and VOICES '96 has adopted a platform which 2462; e-mail at [email protected]; and showdown between the president and his Gay forming a third party, Phillips' vision is not identifies five issues that will be the focus of World Wide Web at http://www.rainbow- supporters. that far from being a reality. the coalition's activities: (1) Legal protection mall.com/sandiego/voices/. V August 1, 1996—August 14, 1996—WISCONSIN LIGHT-7 President Lauds Greg Louganis' Appearance at Centennial Olympics San Francisco—President Clinton con- cluded his late July $5 million fund-raising trip out West with a promise to seek extra money for AIDS patients, an obvious gesture to Gay voters. Speaking before a Democratic Party fund- raiser Tuesday night, July 23, Clinton said he would increase his fiscal 1997 request for state AIDS drug assistance programs by $65 million, for a total of $117 million. The funds must be approved by Congress. Jim Steakley, Barbara Cox and Richard Uspel received awards for their outstanding work on behalf on the community at the Les/Bi/Gay Clinton said the AIDS funding increase rep- Alumni Brunch held in Madison on Sunday July 21. Around 250 people including openly Lesbian State Rep. Tammy Baldwin and Madison Pride resents the type of function the federal gov- ernment ought to perform, contrasting that March Grand Marshal, Meldina Paras, Executive Director of the National Gay Lesbian Task Force, attended the event. For complete coverage of against earlier calls in Congress that some Weekend see The SpotLight Section in this issue. Madison's Magic Picnic/Pride federal agencies or functions ought to be tested. And still, for all my great resolve to eliminated. I'm Not Really Gay... I Just Have Sex With not be a homo, every time I was back in New "Is this an area where the government is a Jersey, I'd fmd myself on hands and knees in problem? I don't think so," Clinton said. "It's Men—All Kinds of Men, Lots of Men. some stinking restroom with some guy's dick a good thing that we cut back on the deficit, down my throat, and there was never any but it's also a good thing that we're continuing Commentary by Chris Margolis It's not a mere linguistic coincidence that thought of safe sex, good God, carrying an to spend money on things that make a differ- That's not really as silly as it sounds at first. there's two separate words, "maricon" for unlubed condom would imply that I was in- ence." For me, being "Gay" is about identifying with bottom, "cacorro" for top, and "maricon" is tending to suck some guy's dick, that I was States use ADAP funds to provide pre- a recognizable subculture. Being Gay means the one that's used as the insult. I've noticed some sort of faggot, and I wasn't one of them, scription drugs and new methods of treatment hanging out at Gay hangouts, joining organi- in plain old English from the culture Pm fa- by god I was just an opportunist is all... to AIDS sufferers who otherwise would not zations run by and for Gay men, having Gay miliar with, if you suck dick, you're a cock- Oh, I did get tested recently, admitted to have access to them. The White House esti- friends, and most importantly perhaps, sucker but you might not necessarily be a fag- myself Pm Queerer than a 3-dollar bill, mated that the programs have helped 69,000 "dating" Gay men, whatever the heck dating got. There's a subtle difference between the and I owed it to the guy I"ve been sleeping people with the HIV virus. means... two, being a cocksucker isn't quite as bad as with to get myself tested. Clinton made the announcement during a Being "Gay" is more than just about what being a faggot, perhaps because everything What a relief, that I'm negative. No traces of campaign fund-raiser that netted $500,000 for body parts you choose to stick where and with short of anal or vaginal penetration isn't con- hepatitis-B, either. I must have a guardian the Democratic National Committee. That whom, i.e. it's not so much about who you sidered actual "sex" in American culture. angel, I dunno. Maybe I was spared just so I event, plus a smaller, $25,000-per-couple re- fuck as about who you love. Obviously this might vary with experience, could tell my story? ception that also raised $500,000, capped the I've had sex with countless numbers of men, my Jerseyboy pals made this distinction, but fund-raising tour expected to collect $5 mil- If I had to guess, I'd say upwards of a hun- Pm sure lots of guys will disagree. lion for the Democratic National Committee. dred. If I had sex with the same guy twice, it The one time I did pick up an actual self- He wove his AIDS funding announcement was an accident, unless I was raped. I'm not identified Gay man, an older co-worker, when ;74, WINTER into a message of inclusion tailored to the counting that, only consenting events. I I was around 19, he was sweet and gentle, IS ON ITS WAY Gay community, even citing past Olympic started cruising in my mid teens, I am count- and I flipped out. What did he think I was gold medalist diver Greg Louganis' participa- ing that as consenting, I sure as hell believed some sorta fag?? I just wanted to get my rocks tion in opening ceremonies at the 1996 games I consented whether it was legal consent I off, I didn't want him to... love me, respect CRUISE 'APPLE' FUNJET in Atlanta without regard to the fact that he could care less. me, treat me like a boyfriend for God's sake! suffers from AIDS. I didn't cruise the spaces where guys who I wasn't nasty to him, I'm at least proud to say Winter Prices are In "The Olympics had Greg Louganis stand identify as "Gay" cruised, I did the restrooms, I was never the sort of Gay-bashing closet- up there as a hero, and said we're not ex- bus stations, parks, the McDonald's near the case we all know and hate. CALL (414) 255-6461 cluding people because they're HIV positive, Gay bars. Part of this is due to looking so But I did flip out, started crying and shit, it because somebody might not like it," Clinton young and New Jersey not having picture IDs was a big mess, the poor man... 27 year-old 1-800-255-4359 opet e said. "That whole show was about how we're back then. kid, in reality... he seemed old, at the time. stronger when we're together than when we're The bouncer at the leather bar in Montreal He was afraid he was going to have to call the TRAVEL PLUS, INC. 1Nig:t looking for ways to be divided." wouldn't let me in, so I had no choice but to white-coats, I'm sure. I was a blithering mess, cruise the crowd around the bar. rocking and crying, a big wet fetal blob. When I say I've had sex with a lot of men, I don't remember how I made it back to my and hardly any of them were Gay, people parents, I only remember I spent the rest .of laugh, but it's true. For one thing, because I the weekend, all day Saturday and Sunday, could easily pass for "chicken" till my late lying on my back on my parents couch trying 20s, the strangers who believed they were to decide if I should kill myself, I was so non- getting a blow-job from a real 13 year-old boy functional that even my mother asked me if I weren't Gay or straight, they were pedophile. was OK. Most of them were married business farts. Somehow though, he and I survived the ex- The guys I actually was stupid enough to go perience, though God knows I went from be- somewhere like a hotel room with, were al- ing completely uncertain about my orientation most universally psychos, but that's another to vehemently denying I was Gay, I was just story. "experimenting", obviously I couldn't really Also, I was a primary bottom, I sucked be Gay, why else did I freak out?? guys, sometimes they fucked me. Though I We certainly never tried anything again, for never let them fuck me for money. Somehow, one thing, he had a boyfriend he was living that made me feel like more of a whore than with... yeah well. Pm not proud of that, either. just selling blow-jobs. Maybe that's why Pm He came to visit me in the hospital later that still HIV-, I have no clue why Pm still alive... year, what a decent guy. I ran into him years Anyway, the point I was wandering towards later, home from college, exchanged pleasant- is, it's real common among some cultures, ries in the Toys R Us doing Xmas shopping. esp. Latin American ones (i.e. Puerto Ricans, I graduated college in '83, moved to Texas this was New York and New Jersey, remem- ostensibly to go to graduate school, ber), that exclusive tops don't identify as Gay, but really, I believe now I moved here in an you're not a fag unless you take it up the ass. attempt to scare myself straight. I desperately didn't want to be Queer, and maybe some un- SEPTEMBER 22 We Lost One of conscious part of me was trying to get me out A 10K Fundraising Walk Along Milwaukee's Lakefront of my old stomping grounds before the odds Our Own in TWA caught up with me and I either picked up a Jeffrey Dahmer or a deadly disease. I some- HONORARY CHAIR Flight #800 how managed to survive New York and spent the rest of the '80s jerking off with men's un- New York, NY—On July 15th, Trans World derwear catalogues and trying off and on to Airlines Flight 800 met a tragic end when it date women, mostly off. exploded over the New York coastline. One Vacations back east with -my parents were of the victims of the fatal accident was 47- rough, though. Same-o same-o trolling the BETTE year-old Jed Johnson, an openly Gay interior greyhound stations, that one in New Bruns- decorator from New York who, with his life wick got a lot of hot young sailors through it, partner architect Alan Wanzenberg, designed and they all seemed to like it rough and the homes of such celebrities as Richard Gere, quick, which suited me fine. Mick Jagger and Andy Warhol.. Just a day or two ago I was talking to this MIDLER Johnson made many friends during the old buddy of mine, an old childhood friend. of his life, including Good Morning He's been visiting, and you know how you get PRODUCED BY THE AIDS RESOURCE CENTER OF WISCONSIN, INC. course Milwaukee AIDS Project, Madison AIDS delivered a Benefitting the America host Joan Lunden, who reminiscing; I was asking after some guys we Support Network, Center Project, Inc. - Green Bay, Southeast memorial at the end of the popular morning knew. Wisconsin AIDS Project - Kenosha, Northwest Wisconsin show on July 19th. Her sensitive and heartfelt Dead. AIDS Project- Eau Claire, Wisconsin AIDS Research memorial to Jed Johnson and her AIDS. Consortium, and other AIDS education and service acknowledgment of Alan Wanzenberg as his And it hit me, how, being a closet case providers throughout Wisconsin. life partner when none of the mainstream these past ten years, I didn't make any new press had the courtesy or decency to do so, Gay friends, and didn't have to deal with the afforded him the dignity and respect so often whole AIRS crisis by watching friends die. I reserved only for heterosexual spouses, split that scene, left my friends and acquain- particularly by the media. In one simple and tances behind to die. touching act, Lunden made a significant Jesus that hurts me to paint that picture of contribution to Gay visibility and Gay and myself, what a coward, what a chickenshit Lesbian civil rights. thing to do, fuck my reputation as a bad butch The tragedy has a nation grieving. We bottom into serious rough trade. Split town, should commend Joan Lunden for her act of but always, in the back of my mind, for the compassion, acknowledging the significant last ten years, every sore throat... wondering, pain felt by Mr. Wanzenberg for a lost loved is this the beginning of the end? Afraid to get one. V August 1, 1996—August 14, 1996—WISCONSIN LIGHT-8 LGBT VOICES Emerges to Respond to the GOP Convention in San Diego San Diego, CA — A nonpartisan grassroots Thursday, August 15, VOICES will be coalition of San Diego participating in a Progressive Coalition organization activists March and Rally which will bring have initiated a nation- together a multitude of communities wide mobil-ization to under attack by the religious political ensure that the voices extremists, including people of color, of the Lesbian, Gay, women, labor, immigrants rights groups, Bisexual and Trans- welfare rights groups, and others. gender community are clearly heard during In addition to events relating to the the Republican National Convention in San Republican National Convention, VOICES Diego, August 12 - 15. will be coordinating a massive voter LGBT VOICES '96 (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual registration drive in the San Diego area. In and Transgender Voters Organized in November, VOICES plans to follow-up with a Coalition for the Elections) was formed to "get out the vote" drive to ensure that LGBT provide a coordinated positive response to the voters and their allies get to the polls. Most religious political extremists threatening to political analysts agree that California is dominate the GOP convention. critical to the outcome of the presidential The official VOICES '96 kickoff was held election, so there will be an opportunity for April 16 outside of the Lesbian and Gay the LGBT vote in San Diego and other cities Men's Community Center in San Diego. in the state to vote and have a real impact. Representatives from local organizations were The NGLTF's Power at the Polls survey joined by Melinda Paras, Executive Director results, based upon 1992 and 1994 exit of the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force polling data collected by the Voter News (NGLTF) and Daniel Zingale; Political Service (VNS), shows that the Lesbian, Gay Director for the Human Rights Campaign and Bisexual vote will play a critical role in (HRC) in addressing the crowd of the 1996 elections. approximately 300. The exit polls indicate that 3.2% of the The national rollout of the VOICES '96 voters self-identified as Lesbian, Gay or campaign continued April 25 in Washington, Bisexual, although the actual percentage is DC at a press conference hosted by the likely to be substantially higher since many NGLTF Policy Institute at the National Press Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual people are afraid Club to unveil the Policy Institute's survey to reveal their sexual orientation to a pollster. report, Power at the Polls: The Significantly, in large urban areas with a Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual Vote. population of 250,000 or more, the percentage Brenda Schumacher and Tony Valenzuela, of self-identified Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual LGBT VOICES '96 Co-Chairs, were invited voters exceeded 8%. by NGLTF to make a national announcement Dr. John D'Emilio, director of the NGLTF of the VOICES plans for political, cultural Policy Institute, points out that "eleven states and educational activities during the with urban areas and well-organized Gay, Republican National Convention. Lesbian and Bisexual communities — such as Members of the Milwaukee Brewers and local celebrities will join the fight against AIDS The trip to Washington provided an California, New York, Illinois, Michigan and for the second annual Athletes against AIDS Golf Tournament Pictured above (L-R back opportunity for Schumacher and Valenzuela to others — together provide 49% of the total row) are Jim Pasdike, Scott Karl, 13i1 Sdiroeder, (front row: Mike Potts, Jeff Cirillo. - Photo meet with representatives of a variety of by Joe Picciolo. electoral vote." While the VNS data shows national organizations to inform them of the that 72% of the Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual work that VOICES is doing and to discuss voters supported Clinton in 1992, D'Emilio Clinton's AIDS Advisors Say He is Being Too ways that VOICES could collaborate in cautioned that their votes cannot be taken for exposing the agendas of the political religious granted in 1996. Timid in Pushing Needle Exchange extremists. Productive meetings were held In 1992, the LGBT community was with representatives of NGLTF; HRC; People galvanized by the hate-filled rhetoric of the Washington, DC—President Clinton's report issued Monday, July 9', the 30 advis- for the American Way; Log Cabin GOP convention in Houston. Pat Buchanan handpicked AIDS advisers say his admini- ers said he had made "an unprecedented and Republicans; Gay and Lesbian Parents declared a "cultural war" in this country in stration may be the best so far in battling laudable investment," including increasing Coalition International; the National Latino/a which he accused Gays, feminists, AIDS, but it still is "overly timid" in pushing AIDS funding by 43 percent and blocking ef- Lesbian and Gay Organization (LLEGO); environmentalists and others as having stolen aggressive prevention programs such as nee- forts to dismantle government-funded health AIDS Action Council; Parents, Families and America from its rightful heirs. The 1992 dle exchanges for drug addicts. insurance programs used by half the nation's Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG); the GOP platform claimed that Gays and Lesbians Overall, the Presidential Advisory Council AIDS patients. Interfaith Alliance; Out There (an were a threat to "family values", opposed on 111V/AIDS endorsed Clinton's efforts. In a But the report did urge Clinton to display organization of open Lesbians and Gays in the legislation providing protection from "moral and political courage" in strengthen- Hollywood entertainment industry), and the discrimination on the basis of sexual ing the fight against AIDS, and criticized a office of Congressman Barney Frank. orientation, and opposed legislation that continuing ban on federally funded programs Organizations that have already committed legally recognizes same-gender marriages and Obituary for drug addicts to exchange dirty syringes for resources and support for the VOICES '96 allows Gay or Lesbian couples to adopt clean ones. efforts include NGLTF, HRC, the Gay and children or provide foster care. Chris Komar An estimated one-third of AIDS patients Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation "This year", Schumacher said, "VOICES catch the HIV virus through intravenous drug (GLAAD) and the Los Angeles Lesbian and aims to expose the religious political Chris Komar, assistant artistic director of the use. Gay Services Center, in addition to extremists and their attempt to control the Merce Cunningham Dance Company and a (See article on needle exchange in this is- approximately 20 local San Diego GOP convention, the Republican Party, and leading Cunningham dancer, died on sue). organizations. our country. . We will challenge and respond Wednesday, July 17, 1996 at Beth Israel Hos- The ban "is not consistent with current Other groups can become a "supporting to divisive rhetoric and attacks on the LGBT pital in Manhattan. He was 47. He was buried knowledge regarding the impact of such pro- organization" by contacting VOICES (see community in the party platform and from the in Milwaukee on Monday, July 22, 1996. grams," the report said. contact information below). podium. We will support the democratic According to his life partner, Art Becofsky, "Clearly our job is not yet finished, and it VOICES has adopted a platform which principles of fairness, justice and equality and Chris succumbed to complications due to won't be as long as there is a single infection, identifies five issues that will be the focus of invite all fair-minded people to join with us in AIDS. a single diagnosis or a single death," said the coalition's activities: 1) Legal protection San Diego this August as we counter Chris was born in Milwaukee on October White House AIDS coordinator Patsy against discrimination based on sexual intolerance and defend democracy." 30, 1947. He matriculated at the University of Fleming. orientation; 2) Recognition of the rights of Hotel and motel rooms will be scarce during Wisconsin-Milwaukee as a music student, but But AIDS activists seized on the report to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender the convention. Community housing will be switched to dance. He was a charter member blast Clinton, who promised in his 1992 cam- families, including the right to adoption, child available to visiting activists on a first-come, of the Milwaukee Ballet, which began under paign to fund needle exchanges. Congress custody, foster parenting and the freedom to first-served basis. Call Cathy at the VOICES the auspices of UWM. outlawed the programs until they are proved many; 3) Social acknowledgment and '96 Housing Hotline at (619) 280-4304, Chris was a small, slightly built dancer with to reduce HIV's spread without increasing il- condemnation of anti-Gay prejudice, Monday - Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. a big jump and an unfailingly serious de- legal drug use, proof the Centers for Disease intolerance and violence based on sexual (Pacific Daylight Savings Time). Be sure to meanor. He stood out for his terse way of Control and Prevention and the independent orientation; 4) Increased funding for research leave your phone, fax, email and/or address. moving and the clarity of thought and physi- National Research Council both say is in and quality, accessible health care for people Limited hotel rooms are available. Call (800) cal attack that he brought to Cunningham's hand. with AIDS/HIV, breast cancer and other 854-7688 and mention VOICES. choreography. He became intrigued with the "How many men, women and children are serious diseases; and 5) School- and The mailing address for LGBT VOICES '96 Cunningham repertory and style early in his now HIV positive, or have AIDS, because of community-based support for Lesbian, 'Gay, is P.O. Box 3128, San Diego, CA 92163- dance training and remained a devotee, com- Clinton's cowardice?" asked Steve Michael of Bisexual and Transgender youth. 1128; phone (619) 296-1179; email: menting eloquently on the dances over the ACT-UP, the AIDS activist group. "He's VOICES has also adopted a Statement of [email protected]; World Wide Web: years. more concerned about winning re-election Solidarity with communities fighting to: keep http://www.rimbow-mall.com. V Susie Bauer, a well-known Milwaukee than saving lives." Affirmative Action; preserve federal Editor's Note: Wisconsin Light will be dancer and choreographer, met Chris when But a senior administration official said assistance programs as entitlements; end the sending 5 reporters to the Democratic they were students at UWM. They kept in Monday that Clinton's main holdup is that the scapegoating of immigrants as the cause of National Convention in August and will have touch through the years. law requires proof that needle exchanges re- our economic woes and the LGBT first-hand reports from the GOP convention as "He had incredible strength, extension and duce drug use. Government-funded studies communities as a threat to "family values"; well. power," she said. "He was a fantastic chore- are under way in an attempt to prove that. uphold the separation of church and state; and ographer, though he gave that up because he Needle exchanges funded by private or protect a woman's right to choose. loved Merce's work so much. He was a fan- other nonfederal funds already operate in 55 Contingent on approval of permits, tentative tastic person. He was my best friend." U.S. cities, including those in Wisconsin, and VOICES activities for the week include: Chris began teaching at the Cunningham some 8 million needles were exchanged in ✓ A LGBT VOICES '96 March and Rally studio in 1973, and was Cunningham's as- 1994. on the opening night of the convention, Get the Latest Information sistant, helping with repertory workshops Clinton is moving on several of the council's Monday, August 12. throughout the U.S. and Europe. He staged recommendations, the White House said. ✓ On Tuesday afternoon, August 12, Call The Wisconsin Light Cunningham dances for companies around the Among them: VOICES will host the National Youth world, among them, the Theatre du Silence in _A national AIDS action plan will be re- SpeakOut, in which youth, through their France, the Ohio Ballet, American Ballet leased in August, 1996. own words and experiences, will voice SPOTLINE Theatre, the Paris Opera Ballet and Mikhail _Clinton is seeking a dlrs 34 million in- their demands for safety and education Baryshnikov's White Oak Project. crease for the CDC's AIDS prevention pro- within their schools and communities. • At the time of his death, he was working on grams. The House recently approved dlrs 15 ✓ On Tuesday evening, a dramatic AIDS (414)299-0857 a book of Cunningham's combinations of million, but the Senate hasn't acted. candle light march will be held. classroom steps, which Chris had been tran- _Clinton is preparing to seek at least din ✓ Wednesday evening, VOICES is Press: scribing into dance notation since 1988. 52 million more in 1997 funding to buy AIDS planning an "Honoring our Voices" In addition to Bucofsky, Chris is survived drugs for the uninsured or patients who don't reception to recognize national movement 1 For The Milwaukee Bars by Pearl Graef, his mother; sisters Nonna Sue qualify for Medicaid, the government health leaders and "out" celebrities. ✓ 2 For Happenings Elsewhere Komar and Eunice Weber; and brothers Jo- insurance program for the poor. Later Wednesday night, a VOICES '96 seph Jr., Charles and James, all of the Mil- Dance Celebration is planned. 3 For Our Complete Calendar waukee area. ✓ On the closing night of the convention, August 1, 1996—August 14, 1996—WISCONSIN LIGHT-9 Dykes Towateh Outfor byAlisolisechaei Why Not Recognize Same-Sex Marriage FRICkiN. SAUNA HEY, 611./DER MAD PRO- There is MO, 14/ KM OF THESE MID-RANGE JEER, ir5 A Since Already Same-Sex Divorce? FESSOR SYENEY 09ER AGApl CALDDE5 )0.1THIPAC 5ADULP IN HERE. FIRS-T TE2ANWA JAW )AST sEu BerrER? THE WE SAREP Ur OUR HEALTH IN5uouvJCE,INEH NOW: SIEASKEP ABOUT you. Commentary by Angela Asmodeus be a boy. She's four and a half now. ( Kids LIKE A MANATEE, oR SHE 'WOWS OFF THE AK. tie ugm.uslic In the Transgender community, same-sex these days, they can't cooperate with any- marriages do exist. A heterosexual couple thing! ) gets married, one of them discovers they are a Furthermore, if it were remotely possible to pill transsexual, goes through the transition, and do anything like that, the March of Dimes 2 becomes a member of the opposite sex. In would be screaming "You can resolve homo- this situation, the state does not revoke the sexuality and transsexuality in the womb, but marriage. not prevent birth defects?" It's much cheaper Sometimes one or the other no longer for them to print lies and brainwash people, 01996 By ALISON BECHDEL wishes to be married, usually the one that than to try and prevent the inevitable. IM NMI I CAN'T STAND 0H, Pis n" up, TREA! didn't go through the transition. The couple Since homosexuality and transsexuality is THAT Pohtry- HEADED PR imi,4 EVERYONE loJow5 YW goes through divorce, and the state recognizes something we are born with, and not neces- IX /WA. BESIDES, NEVER WERE LONERS 01./cE. Go tilt WITH HOWIE WHO AHD YOU'RE SO EVA- this couple, and grants the divorce. sarily a choice, it becomes more obvious that SIVE HER, IT5 DIP WHATEVER IT WAS SIE Arun So why don't these states recognize a god intended for some DID TOW- NoT HARD 111) GUESS 9IE FucKED OVER.. same-sex marriage, when they recognize a people to exists like this. same-sex divorce? Is that too much like And thus, we ARE a part of god's plan. thinking for them? Perhaps our existence is part of god's plan to Oh, that's right, the Religious Right wing is help curb overpopulation, since Right Wing- putting the pressure on them. They claim it ers tend to reproduce like cockroaches. as a perversion, they would be the ones who The Religious Right wing denouncing us as are experts on being perverted. perverts, are in turn, questioning god's judg- The religious right wing has a unique way ment for making us a reality in r mo,yoe'VE M )5-T-03/.1FuSE.D714 P:MT KA0m/ of twisting the scriptures in the bible to jus- the first place. )bv BEEN TRRAIlmo r 6uE55 I -PIouurT 900 IT; APIPIIN(/ AEK/0 " ME AKE A JE - AND r WERE CLOSER tify their hatred for ANYONE different from I really don't think something like Lois! GOP!GET A HoVAH.5 5.11-PIESs THAN IT115P45 air wE them. is in ten 2, will be decided us. It Pi4, Sew oktr There no disclaimer the com- Amendment against LJY Au_ /My! 15 IT REALy ARE. ormp/E? My BREAM ? mandments. based on the Religious Right Wing's mental- 110,,YKAT? It is "Love thy neighbor", no conditions ity, and an amendment based on religious here. ideas is unconstitutional. The Religious It's not really us, had we been socially ac- Right Wing is composed of the very people cepted thousands of years ago, right now they the forefathers of this country had in mind would have a witch hunt on a different group when they wrote separation of church and of people. It is the NEED to hate that the state into the Bill of Rights. Religious Right wing has in common with the They claim that sex outside a marriage is a Hitler mentality. sin against god, yet won't allow us to a same- IT WAS AN ACCIDENT. HOW BECAUSE YOURE ASHAMED AN IN - There is some scientific proof of a differ- sex marriage. Since they are afraid of ac- Lo,JG HAVE YOU BEEN TAJONG cc poriNG INTO Pot THAT STUFF? I JUST DcmeT Sipiouf CCRFORATE ence in the brain structure with heterosexuals, cepting us, they will try anything to prevent UNDERSTANo wry YoU *LLD- TO TOM US Au. 1Nip homosexuals and transsexuals. ( See Nature, us from heaven. This is probably the basis N'T TELL ME! NtI1ai0-ovrEMDTio14- AL ZamillES Vol. 378, Nov. 1995, The reference there for them not wanting us to be allowed to shows a heterosexual male, heterosexual fe- marry. They are systematically deterring us male, homosexual male and a male to female from any sort of dignity. They have to be transsexual ). stopped, just like any other disease. Scientists speculate that this difference in brain structure occurs in the womb during the period when the brain develops. What does all this mean? It means we really don't have Think There's Nothing To a choice about being Gay or transsexual. Do This Evening? I pointed this fact out to somebody, but their response was as if they (the fascists) Call (414)299-0857 YoungQueer were to find out about this, they may come up with some way to prevent this from occurring. The Wisconsin Light Wrong! When are We Going to Wake Up and Realize They can't even be right about whether a SpotLinc baby is going to be a boy or a girl, let alone That We Are Not "Just Like Them?" examine the brain structure of a fetus in the And Think Again! womb. They told me that my last child would Commentary by Dan E. Boy step at Stonewall. It was drag queens, dykes Whatever happened to Queer Activism? and fags. Where are all the drag queens, leather boys, It was people who weren't going to take it dykes on bikes, and Queer Nationeers? It anymore. seems that we are seeing fewer and fewer It was people who refused to have to hide "radical" activists who really want to make a themselves away and be ashamed. change in this country, and more of the We are NOT all alike, we are all com- "political" activists who band together only pletely different. Every one of us has their when they are attacked. own hopes and dreams. Every one of us has This doesn't mean that those who work to longings for completely different things, but organize the fight against the religious right we are ALL being repressed -- and not just by and their like are not doing good work, or that others. this work is unnecessary, yet at what cost We all need to be able to have our place in does it come? this country, and we won't get that place "at Those in "power" in the "lesbigay" commu- the table" by becoming lesbigay clones. nity are constantly working to present the im- Queers are a very vital and necessary part of age that we are "just like them." They try to this revolution, and to force us away from you show how we are exactly the same as every- will only lead you further into the mold that one else, that we all strive for the same the religious right is creating for you, a mold things. Whether it's saying that we too have created in their own image. 'family values," or that we are all "upstanding" citizens of the community, it is 'Completely Free all an effort to make the point that we are Wisconsin AIDS "normal." Instead of focusing on the fact that we are Deaths all people, and that all people have cultural, •Referrals religious, and other differences, this view- Milwaukee—Wisconsin's official death point tries to drive home a point that we are toll from AIDS has reached 2,000 with re- just like those who are attacking us. ports of deaths arriving with increasing fre- But what happens to those who do not fit quency, state health officials said Thursday, this stereotype? We are asked to change, to July 25th. •ResourceL conform to the way we should act for the Since it began keeping count, the state "common" good. Or we are forced to remain took 10 years to record its first 1,000 deaths in the background. from acquired immuno-deficiency syn- The gay press, local and national, blatantly drome. ignores us or projects us in a negative light. The next 1,000 were reported in just 3 1/2 The political groups we have worked for dis- years. tance themselves from us. The families we "It's a sobering moment," Doug Nelson, Authentic queer youth operators have created in the Queer community desert executive director of the Milwaukee AIDS us. Project, said. "It says that this epidemic is will be standing by to help you! This push for conformity IS having an affect in full force in our state." -- it's pushing us back into a closet, a new More than 3,350 AIDS cases have been Gay Youth Wisconsin Hotline. kind of closet. It is a closet in which we all reported in Wisconsin since 1982, when re- have to act in a certain way, or we cannot be a cords were first kept, the Wisconsin De- part. It is no better than the military's "Don't partment of Health and Family Services Ask -- Don't Tell" Policy. It is another way to said. hide us from the world, so that we are not Medical professionals are required to re- seen as a stain on the image of this "great port cases of HIV, the virus that is blamed for the contagious disease. -TEEN country of freedom." 272 Where will this new political move take us? Will it win us the freedom to love others, a our birth? Or will it Read freedom granted us by Now You Can -GAY TEEN only force us further back, back before 1-888 Stonewall and into the 50's, a place Pat Rob- (outside the Milwaukee area) ertson yearns to be. And who will be forced to The Wisconsin Light change next? 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"I'm on your side." tion issues," Fellows said. "It's a gesture of Fellows also found that many of the men smug Samaritans who are extending support grew up feeling a sense of social isolation, to wayward souls who have come home to and feeling deprived of information about die. It's troubling, but maybe it's a step toward their sexuality. Thomas E. Martin attorney at law 765-9413 a breakthrough." "Many of these men felt growing up in ru- Sensitive to the legal issues unique to our community. Fellows, a Gay man who grew up on a farm ral areas hindered their ability to recognize in south-central Wisconsin, now is a health being Gay," Fellows said, "their ability to and nutrition educator in Milwaukee. He said deal with sexuality in general and homosexu- he felt like a misfit in the urban Gay commu- ality in particular." Denis I. 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Many Get a Viral Load Test! completed trials showed that, as expected, this people who have types of HIV which are By The Boston AIDS Writers' Group In 1996, proper treatment of HIV disease combination effectively delays disease resistant to the currently available drugs After the 1 1 th International Conference on begins with a viral load test, a measurement progression and extends life. should have some options to choose from in AIDS in Vancouver, one hope shines through: of the amount of virus in the blood. Doctors Two other combinations, D4T+ddl and the near future. HIV disease may be manageable. The goals and researchers at the conference agree that ddl+Hydroxyurea, continue to look effective. Agouron's new protease inhibitor, Viracept, for treating the illness have been permanently there is a definitive plan for utilizing these D4T and ddl, when used together, work nearly can reduce viral load to undetectable levels changed by breakthroughs in the use of certain tests to your advantage. as well as AZT/3TC, and some researchers when combined with D4T. While it probably combinations of antivirals. HIV positives and Take two viral load tests two to four weeks believe it will last longer. This combination won't be approved until early in 1997, there is doctors who treat the disease should use the apart to establish a point of reference (or is being tested in people with over 200 T- a lot of interest in it already. Agouron also new technology in ways that have been baseline) from which to judge the eens, and may not work as well with people claims that this drug is not cross resistant with demonstrated to stop the virus, at least effectiveness of therapy. Then, take another below that level. the other protease inhibitors. temporarily, from continuing to ravage the viral load test three to four weeks after The ddl+Hydroxyurea combination (also Another protease inhibitor, Glaxo immune system. beginning new therapies. If viral load goes used in people with higher T-cell counts) Wellcome's Vertex, due out in 1997, What Time Is It? down by about 70% (3-fold, or 0.5 log) or efficiently reduces viral load for at least one promises to be a good addition to the current It's time to put HIV disease on hold! This more, then the therapy is working; if it year, but the boost in T-cell counts is not as arsenal of available antivirals. Pharmacia can be achieved by reducing the amount of doesn't, switch therapies. good as that of the triple combinations. This Upjohn also has a new protease inhibitor virus in the bloodstream (viral load) to zero, When an effective combination is found, combination is also exciting because it which will begin testing at the end of this or at least to levels that are not detectable by take a viral load test every three to four appears to make ddl effective again in people year. They too claim that their drug is not the currently available viral load tests. months to make sure it is still working. who had types of HIV that were previously cross resistant to other protease inhibitors. Studies at the conference indicated that only Remember that the goal of treatment is to get resistant to it. Glaxo Wellcome's new nucleoside very low viral loads predict extended life and viral load down as low as possible, preferably Warning: These combinations have more analogue, known as 1592U89, dropped viral health. The good news is that effective to undetectable levels. If the treatment you side-effects in those people who have lower T- load as much as some triple combinations. combinations of drugs are available and are using does not reduce viral load to cell counts. Hopefully, it too will be available next year. should reduce viral load for those who don't undetectable levels, consider adding more Non-Nucleoside Reverse There are many other drugs in more have problems with side-effects or drug antivirals. Transcriptase Inhibitors primitive stages of development which work resistance. The currently available test made by Chiron NNRTI's, for short, include Nevirapine, differently than any of the currently available It is time to find out if you are HIV positive. only measures viral loads down to 10,000. It which was recently approved by the FDA and antivirals. These drugs are expected to It is more important than ever before to know is important to use the test that can measure is currently available, and Delavirdine. When enhance the ability to treat HIV disease for because many studies at the conference made the lowest viral load. Roche Diagnostic NNRTI's were originally developed, studies everyone. it clear not only that the disease is Systems' AMPLICOR MONITOR currently on their effectiveness showed that HIV A Final Note manageable but also that the earlier the measures viral loads as low as 400 and the became resistant tot hem very quickly, For a Conference which was built up with a infection is treated the more likely viral load new Chiron test measures as low as 500. sometimes in a matter of days. press conference to discuss the possibility of can be reduced to zero. Roche is offering two free viral load tests to However, recent studies show that when curing HIV disease, the important news was Although there are still competing strategies any HIV positive person between now and used in combination with two nukes, in other areas. This doesn't mean clearing the for making the best use of the available August 16. The first test must be taken and Nevirapine does an excellent job of lowering virus from the system can't be discussed; in combinations of antivirals, people who have submitted to a lab by that date, so if you or viral load, and, in most cases, does not have fact, it is an exciting possibility. The success HIV can extend their lives and health by your doctor has not already done so, call 1- severe side effects. In fact, the combination of is that the question can now be seriously getting treatment now. It is time to carefully 888-TEST-PCR (1-888-837-8727) and ask Nevirapine, AZT and ddl did as well as some considered. However, as Dr. Deborah Cotton choose a treatment strategy (usually three that application forms be sent to your doctor. of the triple combinations involving a protease of Mass General Hospital said quite antivirals) that will reduce viral load the Warning: if your doctor doesn't use the inhibitor in people who have not taken any of eloquently, "If those treatments can eradicate most, preferably to undetectable levels, for as most sensitive tests available then you might the drugs before. The data was impressive the virus, wonderful, but let's have the press long as possible. not know when the therapy you are using enough that the usually slow and careful FDA conference then." In the mean time, there are One take-home message was clearly stops working due to resistance. moved quickly to approve it. a lot of options for people with HIV disease to packaged by Dr. Jeep Lange to emphasize this Drugs, Drugs... The studies on the effectiveness of extend their lives and their health. point: Protease Inhibitors Delavirdine were not as impressive because it V V V "It is an illusion to think that monotherapy There was a wealth of information on the was tested in combination with only one nuke. Paul Mitchell, a founding member of the [the use of one antiviral at a time] will help effectiveness of the nine currently available The HIV-affected community is anxious to see AIDS Writers' Group, passed away the same people with HIV disease." antivirals used in combinations at the the results of studies using Delavirdine in day that the Vancouver Conference ended. To insure that the treatments will be long International AIDS Conference. triple combinations. His strength to persevere and his wonderful lasting, leading researchers stressed the The mainstream press did a good job Warning: It is unknown whether Or not sense of humor kept us focused and inspired. importance of choosing treatments to which reporting the success of the triple NNRTI's can be effectively combined with each other. However, HIV will not become resistant, and taking the combinations including a protease inhibitor protease inhibitors or This article is dedicated in memory of Paul. full recommended dose consistently. Drug and two nucleoside analogues. The good some researchers believe that it may be a bad V resistance (the loss of effectiveness of a news was that these combinations, like the idea to try it on your own until there is more certain antiviral) is less likely to occur if viral Energizer Bunny, are "still going." After a information. load is very low than if it is high. To best year most people who are using these fight HIV and avoid the problem of drug combinations are maintaining very low viral resistance, combination therapy is the way to loads. LesBiGays to Have Large Presence at the go. Studies on all three of the currently For those people who have already taken available protease inhibitors, Hoffman La Democratic National Convention in August antivirals to which HIV has become resistant, Roche's Saquinavir, Merck's Indinavir, and Washington, DC—According to Brian it may be more complicated to choose the best Abbott's Ritonavir showed promising data on est with 34 Delegates and 8 Alternates. Wis- Bond, Director the Lesbian and Gay Outreach combination, but there are plenty of options their effectiveness when used in combination. consin and 13 other states will have one. for the Democratic National Committee, 146 available for you to discuss with your doctor. Saquinavir still has a problem being absorbed Party Time openly Gay or Lesbian Democrats will be at- LesBiGay Delegates, Alternates, Standing into the blood, but a new version of the drug tending the Democratic Convention in Chi- which doesn't have this problem will be Committee Members, VIPs and members of cago, August 26-29 as convention partici- the Elizabeth Taylor available soon. Also, Ritonavir has the most Gay press accredited to the Convention pants. To date, the Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual will problems with side-effects, although doctors be attending a "splashy political party" contingent includes: 102 Delegates, 25 Alter- during the Promotes Importance have found ways to minimize them. Convention. nates and 19 Standing Committee Members. United in More good news on protease inhibitors is Victory, a gala reception honoring "This will be the largest Lesbian and Gay Democratic that the combination of Saquinavir and Gay and Lesbian officials and of Needle Exchange contingent ever for the Democratic Party," party Ritonavir is working well in early trials. It activists, will be held on August 28 at said Bond. "The DNC and the Clinton/Gore the Museum of effectively reduces viral load and does not Contemporary Art in Chicago. Programs Re-elect Committee worked very hard to open The reception seem to cause any more side-effects than each will be hosted by the Gay and doors and ensure inclusion in the Delegate Lesbian Victory Washington, DC-Educating young people, drug used alone. Fund, the Illinois Federation Selection process." for Human making new, more effective drugs available More news on the effectiveness of Rights, the L.A. Gay & Lesbian In 1992, there were 81 openly Gay and Les- Center for all and allowing needle exchange pro- combining protease inhibitors will be and Life Lobby of California among bian Delegates, 10 Alternates and 13 Stand- others. grams for drug users are necessary weapons available soon. ing Committee Members. in the continuing fight against AIDS, actress Regarding protease inhibitors, the Special entertainment includes the Chicago "As it stands now, we have a 38% increase Gay Men's Elizabeth Taylor said Monday, July 22. discussions at the conference were centered Chorus, Lunacy Drummers, and in the number of Lesbian and Gay Convention the Righteously Outrageous Taylor, speaking to members of the Na- around the problem of cross resistance. Cross Twirling Corps. participants from 1992. This is not political A silent auction featuring a tional Press Club, pushed especially hard for resistance trip for two to is the phenomenon where HIV rhetoric, this is an example of real funda- Hawaii will be held. repealing the federal and state bans on needle develops resistance to one drug, and is then mental empowerment within the political The reception is being exchanges, calling such laws "murder." resistant to another drug to which it hasn't yet sponsored by Sea- process of the Democratic Party," Bond said. gram Americas and Miller "To continue to withhold the means of self- been Brewing Com- exposed. The California contingent will be the larg- pany, among others. protection from part of our population is not From these discussions emerged an benign neglect," she said. "Is it not a deliber- important debate. Some people believe that ate act of premeditated and selective murder, all protease inhibitors are cross resistant with an act clearly unacceptable in any country each other. This implies that those who have that calls itself civilized?" types of HIV that are resistant to one protease The idea of needle exchanges in particular inhibitor may have forfeited the opportunity to Turn your LIFE INSURANCE into CASH NOW, is an area where misunderstanding, social benefit from using the others. Other scientists squeamishness and lack of compassion have believe that cross resistance will not be such a prevailed over sensible public heath practice, large scale problem. Your NEEDS must be met NOW. Taylor said. In fact the jury is still out on whether or not CASHNOW, While news .of promising treatments for the Saquanavir is cross-resistant with the other Your DREAMS must be fulfilled disease is a "bright glimmer of hope," the two protease inhibitors, although there is a NOW. next step is getting those drugs to all who general agreement that HIV which is resistant CASHNO1/ need them, she said. Programs that help the to Indinavir will also be resistant to Ritonavir HIV-Challenged disadvantaged and poor receive their medica- and vice-versa. tion should be expanded, she added. Regardless, drug combinations must be Taylor criticized Congress for not acting on chosen very carefully so that a maximum Call for FREE Brochure and Video CASHNOW these issues. "Access to experimental drugs, benefit can be achieved. Understanding the needle exchange and sex education for very issue of cross-resistance between protease 800450-3333 young people have worked, but Congress inhibitors is a priority for best using these Ca NOVA wants to maintain the status quo," she said. antivirals. The actress also cautioned against letting Warning: Protease inhibitors must be some of the scientific advances in AIDS re- taken religiously, on time, and at the full search make people complacent about the recommended dose. Missing doses or taking evtite ?Pe Sideutold CASHNOII disease. inadequate amounts of these drugs can cause "It might seem that we can relax and re- HIV to become resistant to them sooner and sume business as usual," shF•said. "But this render the drugs useless. progress, gained at such great cost ... is pre- NOW Nucleoside Analogs CASH cisely why now is not the time to turn back." Viatical Settlements, Ines Many combinations of these drugs (nukes) fr Taylor also presented a $500,000 check are still being studied and there are some from her foundation to the American Founda- promising results to report. Founding Member 1\11*, Member NAPWA tion for AIDS research. The combination of AZT and 3TC has been Record Crowds, The Picnic, The Parties, The March And More IN MADISON THEY DID IT ALL! Madison's Magic Weekend Is the Best Queer Party Ever!

By Bill Meunier proximately 300 people in attendance ap- Madison--It wasn't supposed to happen plauded. this way. The Hotel Washington had Madison Pride Rally burned down, and the local bigots had Then came what for many is the main mounted vicious attacks on the event, the Madison Pride March and Les/Bi/Gay community. Rally. With the State Capitol as a back The rumor was that the community mo- drop, over 1,000 people cheered three rale was down. Adversity often breeds excellent speakers. strength,. On the weekend of July 19, 20 De Ette Tomlinson, Director the United, and 21 the strength of a community un- spoke of the importance of following the der attack came to the fore. "footprints of those who have come be- Madison's Queer community rose to the fore us." and of "leaving footprints for occasion by putting on their biggest and those who will follow." best ever Magic Picnic/Pride weekend. Paul Wesselman, Board member of Something For Everyone MASN and co-host of WORT's "Inside There was something for everyone to Out" radio show gave a moving speech. enjoy. If you liked parties, there were Paraphrasing the famous words of Anti- plenty of those. If you liked bar hopping Nazi Pastor Nimoller, he reminded those A packed dance floor did the Y-M-C-A during the 10% Society Dance the opening event throwing there were some great places in the crowd of the importance of sup- of Madison's Magic Picnic/Pride weekend. Hundreds of people of all ages attended the politics is your out the welcome mat. If porting each other lest the day come Dance held at the UW Memorial Union. thing there was plenty of that too. when no one is there to support them. 10% Dance Then came Melinda Paras, Executive uore finished as the runner up in a closely members to help fill out its strong core The weekend started out with a big Director of the National Gay Lesbian fought contest. ensemble. Particularly desired are blast off' courtesy of UW-Madison's 10% Task Force and grand marshal for the Meanwhile over at Manouevres, porn individuals who bring diversity to the society. Pride March. star/ singer David Burrill was performing. musical heritage of the organization, as Paras grew up in Madison and returned Burrill generated plenty of heat in a bar well as those who are interested in "Step by step we are win- as a heroine. She told the crowd her first crowded with hot men, often pulling offering quality music to the many ning."--- Melinda Paras Grand "action" came when she led a protest members of the audience out on the floor peoples of our community. against a Madison West rule barring girls to dance with him. Rehearsals will begin on August 7, Marshal of the Madison Pride from wearing pants. Paras went on to All told it was spectacular success. 1996, at the First Unitarian Society on N. March talk about how much stronger the com- There was something for everyone and Astor Street. To arrange for an audition, munity is now and declared "Step by step every taste. By the end many people contact the Wisconsin Cream City Chorus The group's monthly dance was over- we are winning." were already talking about next year office at (414) 344-WCCC or write to P. flowing with men and women of all races The Pride March when Madison Does It All, all over again. 0. Box 1488, Milwaukee, WI 53201- and age groups. Organizations and ven- The Paras speech set the tone for a ra- 1488. V dors set up booths outside of the crowded cous march Led by a huge "GALVANize Cream City Chorus dance floor. It was a fitting start. banner" about 1,000 marchers cheered The MAGIC Picnic on by 4,000 watchers lining State Street Lesbian Alliance Next up was the MAGIC picnic. The displayed their pride. Sets Stage for its annual fundraiser for Madison org- As the parade stepped off a deafening Education Fund anizations attracted around 3,000 people. roar went up from the on lookers crowd- 10th Anniversary As usual there was great food and great ing the sidewalks. Except for a handful of Holds Annual fun. The drag race and purse toss protesters everyone along the route even Season games were a real scream and had hun- the straights waved and cheered. Milwaukee—Planning Variety Show dreds of revelers doubled over with The Rodney Scheel House van was for the Wis- laughter. consin Cream City there. So were floats from R Place, Ma- Chorus 1996-97 Milwaukee— The Lesbian Alliance of The "Homophobe Game" season is already well which noeuvres, and Geraldines. They were underway, and Metro Milwaukee Education Fund awarded includes three major neckalces to those who threw a joined by contigents from The United, concerts, plus dart hitting a picture several community (LAMMEF) proudly presents its annual of a homophobe ran MASN, GLADE, the Dykes on Bikes, the appearances. This out of prizes. year, which marks the variety show Starry Starry Night, on Wisconsin Community Fund, the New chorus' 10th Picnic anniversary, August 24 at 7:30 p.m. at the Broadway organizer, Greg Scheel, told Harvest Foundation and at least a dozen includes a few changes for Light, that the the chorus, Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway. picnic grossed a little over other groups. The march also included a including new locations and a $15,000. The funds will new schedule. In its third year, the show's an annual divided between car from the Gay Lesbian Police Officer The first Lesbian and Gay participating organizations. Scheel gave Association and the Wisconsin Light major concert of the season who's who of some of the credit for the will be a large turnout to car, a beautiful convertible splendidly truly traditional winter concert, a entertainment. The Wisconsin Light. tribute to appear include: "I have no doubt decorated by Allan Eslinger. and revelry in the diversity of Some acts scheduled to that the Light's advance coverage helped holy days and holidays at year's end. The Shoreline Dancers, Lo Jo Russo, us tremendously." Christmas, Hanukkah, Winter Solstice Linda Smith, Stardust and Lu Shanti. "The Party of the Weekend" As the parade stepped off a and more, plus good old winter itself, will There will also be a special sneak Saturday evening saw the party of the deafening roar went up from be celebrated in song. preview screening of Visible Women, weekend, the Hotel Washington Reunion. April will find the chorus performing a Invisible Lives, a short educational video Held at the Depot, a restaurant located the on lookers crowding the classical concert, featuring Faure's produced by the Lesbian Alliance of Metro next to the Hotel Washington site, the sidewalks. Requiem and other pieces of Milwaukee. An after party will be held party attracted over 800 people. remembrance for those who have left us upstairs at the Broadway Theatre, so plan Post By the time Cass Marie and Big Daddy Parade Show due to AIDS. This event promises to offer to stay out all night and watch the stars. The stood on the bar to perform their numbers post parade show featured some music that will touch the hearts of all who The show is traditionally a sell-out, so fine the mood was one of total celebration. entertainment that was as varied as attend. get your tickets soon. Call the Lesbian Madison itself. The "We are very appreciative of the people hot Dykapella was The final concert of the season, held at Alliance of Metro Milwaukee Education excellent. So was drag who turned out and showed support for star, Patty Cakes the MCPA's Vogel Hall, will be our festive Fund at (414) 264-2600 and charge who brought our rebuilding efforts," said Greg Scheel, the house down more than Gay Concert. Look forward to another tickets by phone or send a SASE to the once. They Hotel Washington owner. "From the re- were joined by Mary Wai- night of Gay pageantry, humor, and the Lesbian Alliance of Metro Milwaukee trovich, Mable action I saw, everyone seemed to be Kane, Dana Beilke and Second Annual Cream City Chorus silent Education Fund. others. having a great time." auction. A true celebration of our 10th Tickets are available from LAMMEF by A Parties Everywhere Pageant and A Porn Star anniversary, this concert will be one to sending a SASE to P. 0. Box 93323, For those not tired out But even the Hotel Washington Party from three days remember for years to come! Milwaukee, WI 53203 with your check for of fun two of couldn't keep Madison's Queer bars from Madison's Queer bars , R But, true to its roots in the community, $15.00 per ticket (charge orders require a Place and being crowded. R Place, Manoeuvres Manoeuvres offered special the Cream City Chorus has also set aside $1.00 per ticket transaction fee). shows on Sunday and the Shamrock all had large crowds evening. time in its schedule to continue its Tickets at the door will be $18. Tickets The Miss Capitol throughout the night. It certainly seemed City Pageant at R outreach to Milwaukee's people, including may also be purchased at Just Us, Place attracted a like everyone in Madison was out to packed house. The appearances at many local fund-raisers, Designing Men, Outpost Foods, High crowd cheered party. Duwanna Moore, Sage community activities, and churches. Winds Bookstore and Afterwords book La Sunday morning began with the Gay Rue, Lorretta LaMohr and Cass Marie Organizations interested in hiring the store. ... as they took to the and Lesbian Alumni Brunch. Jim Steak- stage. They were chorus' talents for an event during the '96- DON'T MISS OUR NEXT ISSUE FOR jonied by four ley, Barbara Cox and Richard Uspel re- contestants. The climax 97 season should contact the chorus COMPLETE COVERAGE OF THE came when Susie ceived awards for their outstanding work Saran Wrap was office as soon as possible. LAMM VARIETY SHOW AND THOSE on behalf on the community, while ap- crowned as Miss Capitol City. Kitty Liq- The chorus is also auditioning new PERFORMING IN IT. SPOTLIGHT THE August 1, 1996 to August 14, 1996—W1SCONSIN LGHT-43

Racine Native, Ray Friedeck shown above as Ubaldo Piangi in a scene from " Phantom of The Opera" will be one of the Phantom cast members performing at a special "non-Pbantom" show ou Monday, August 5. The show will be held at the Milwaukee Reperatory Theater's Powerhouse Theater. Proceeds will benefit MAP and Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. `Phantom of the Opera' Lives Up to, and Exceeds All Expectations Racine Native Ray Friedeck in "Phantom of the Opera." Reviewed by John Arthur Jahn seamlessly and with nary a pause in Special Performance by "Phantom" If you've watched the local news or read action and music. the paper at all during the past couple And what glorious music! The 15- Cast Members Will Benefit MAP months or so you're well aware of all the member orchestra, including not only hype and hoopla surrounding the conventional instruments but also a Milwaukee — Phantom of the Opera Theater, however, is not all that Milwaukee run of the Andrew Lloyd synthesizer, performed beautifully. cast members will host an enchanted important to him. Family, and the chance Webber-Charles Hart musical, The Act One is particularly musically rich, benefit, Phantom Voices, to be held at to do something for the community, Phantom of the Opera. containing the two, big hit songs of The the Milwaukee Repertory's Powerhouse including the one that he called home for For the many readers of The Light who Phantom, namely The Music of the Night Theatre on Monday, August 5 at 7:00 many years are perhaps his biggest have or plan to get tickets to this show, and All/ Ask of You. p.m. Proceeds from the performance will motivation. I'm pleased to inform you that The Act Two's musical highlights are the benefit the Milwaukee AIDS Project (MAP) His work has positively affected many, Phantom will live up to, or even exceed, aforementioned Masquerade scene and and Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. not only in Milwaukee but in communities your expectations. Christine's lovely lament, Wishing You MAP is a service agency of the AIDS across the country where Friedeck helps After a brief opening auction scene, Were Somehow Here Again. Resource Center of Wisconsin, Inc. to organize the Phantom Voices benefits. containing virtually the only spoken dialog Of course all the of the fabulous (ARCW). Although Friedeck lost an uncle to AIDS of the entire work, the powerful overture costumes, the wonderful music, and the and understands the disease all too well, bursts forth, and accompanies the technically brilliant choreography and he feels that there is still a lack of dramatic hoisting of the massive 1,000 staging would mean nothing without an education about AIDS. pound, 10-foot-high chandelier. All of equally fine cast to wear the costumes, "People are still unwilling to embrace what follows is pure delight, and a feast sing the songs, and effortlessly and other people and life, but the loss of life for the eyes and ears. effectively move about the stage. Here, due to AIDS is amazing," noted Friedeck. The costumes are the most colorful and too, I was very impressed. "It's hard to believe that there is still such elaborate I've ever seen, and superbly The Phantom is a musical and an a stigma against the disease." choreographed scene changes make for opera, and much of the singing is actually He performed for two seasons with the some startlingly quick costume changes closer to romantic opera than to the Skylight Opera, and has appeared at as well. standard American musical theater. Music Under the Stars and the Florentine The Phantom contains scenes from All three of the principal characters have Opera. The casting director for the ever- three operas (Hannibal, in which a large, much singing to do, and the three popular Phantom of the Opera very realistic elephant makes its brief performers filling those roles lived up to discovered Friedeck while he was appearance, II Muto, which The their tasks: Diane Fratantoni (Christine), auditioning for Guys and dolls. He Phantom thoroughly sabotages, and The John Schroeder (Raoul), and by far the welcomes the opportunity to use his Phantom's own Don Juan Triumphant). best performer in the cast, Thomas notoriety from Phantom to help others. It is mainly due to these three operas- James O'Leary (thankfully, he's The "Phantom Voices can reach out and within-the-musical that the 230 different Phantom). The six principal supporting touch many people," Friedeck added. costumes can be seen. cast members also gave fine "From that, I can gain some sense of There is also the fabulously rich performances. doing something that's right." Masquerade (Act H, Scene One) which I've attended countless plays, musicals, "What is most important is keeping not only contains the full company in operas, ballets, and symphony concerts people aware that money and help are splendid costumes, but 11 life-sized over the past 15 years here in Milwaukee. still needed," said Christian Nova, mannequins and a 1.5 ton staircase. The performance of The Phantom I Phantom understudy. "The cast is very The staging and choreography (Gillian attended on Saturday, July 20 was the dedicated to the mission to raising Lynne) were, in a word, flawless. The most exciting and technically flawless live Christian Nova awareness about AIDS. We can use entire production is about two and one- performance I've ever been to. If you everybody's help." haven't already arranged it, do try to The evening of first-class entertainment half hours long, involving two acts theater, and Nova's vocal performance was selected catch this Phantom before he disappears will feature opera, musical containing 19 different scenes. members of the from an off-Broadway musical. The once and for all. On a scale of 1 to 10, dance performances by More conventional productions of the Opera. The selection, titled What You'd Call a this show rates a 10. cast of Phantom of musicals or "real" operas containing so who select their own pieces for the Dream, was written by a friend of his, The Phantom of the Opera is playing artists, many different scenes could take two or welcome the opportunity to give Craig Carnelian. at the Marcus Center in downtown benefit, three times this long to perform, but a chance to view their "The cast members of Phantom of the Milwaukee through August 24. For fans of Phantom thanks to the technical prowess of the 60 talents in another light. The benefit Opera have shown a strong commitment remaining tickets, call Ticketmaster at crew members and the mechanical allows the cast members to express to the fight against AIDS," said Jim (414) 276-4545. wizardry, the scenes flow together themselves outside of their Phantom Moore, ARCW special events production personas. associate. "I am very grateful to them for Milwaukee's Theatre X Hires Its First Knowing that Phantom of the Opera putting on Phantom Voices on one of reaches so many people, the cast their few days off in Milwaukee." Director appreciates the occasion to raise both Following the performance, a reception Producing money for and awareness about AIDS. will be held with the cast which will include a silent auction featuring nation-wide Christian Nova, Mark Agnes and Ray Milwaukee — After a extensively throughout the United States. Phantom memorabilia. The reception is Michael Friedeck, with the help of many others, search, Theatre X has hired As an administrator, he has worked as sponsored by local restaurants and Director. organize the Phantom Voices events Ramach as its first Producing Producing Director of Timber Lake caterers. Producing across the country. Ramach was the founder and Playhouse, General Manager of the Tickets are still available for Phantom Company in Racine Native Director, of Triangle Theatre Kentucky Shakespeare Festival and Voices and are $10, $15 and $20; with an seasons. Milwaukee--Racine native Ray New York City for eight Production Manager of Opera Theatre of additional $15 for the reception. Tickets premieres of Friedeck, performing the part of Ubaldo At Triangle he produced Saint Louis. Ramach has an M.F.A. in may be purchased through the Milwaukee Love and Democracy and directing from Webster University and a Piangi in Phantom of the Opera, was Unchanging Repertory box office, located at 108 East Esther by Romulus Linney, More Fun B.F.A. in theatre from Illinois Wesleyan coaxed into the theater by a junior high Wells Street or by phone at (414) 224- Than Bowling and Painting It Red University. school English teacher. Friedeck, a 9490. V (which he also directed) by Steven Dietz, "I am happy to be with Theatre X and to Racine Horlick High School graduate, will Playing With Fire (After Frankenstein) be in Milwaukee," said Ramach. "I look perform a piece entitled Sara Lee, by Barbara Field, The Last Resort by forward to working with the Company and composed by Kander and Ebb in Read Tom Ziegler, and many others. Board of Directors to continue the 27 Phantom Voices. Friedeck studied vocal The Wisconsin Light Online At La Mama Experimental Theatre Club years of excellence at Theatre X. The performance at th'e University of in New York, where he also worked as an 1996-1997 season will be unusual and Wisconsin - Eau Claire, where he Our Internet Address is: administrator, he directed various original exciting, but I think that is what Theatre X appeared in Carnival and A Funny Thing works including Brecht's Berlin, which is all about." V Happened on the Way to the Forum. http://www.gayunlverse.cominews3.html he also wrote. Ramach has directed among others.

THE SPOTLIGHT August 1, 1996 to August 14, 1996-WISCONSIN LIGHT-15

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Bill Bill

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Who won? These four entrants shown in the picture above finished at the top of the heap in The Miss The Miss Capitol City Pageant capped a great weekend at Madison's R Place, where an enthusiastic Gay Milwaukee US of A pageant held at B's on Saturday, July 27. After announcing one winner (Vanessa crowd and staff welcomed hundreds of out of towners during the MAGIC Picnic/Pride weekend. Shown Torrez) at the pageant, the organizers contacted Light and told us that a second person (Janice Erkel) above (I to r) are 2'd Runner Up Lacy J Cox, 3rd Runner Up Tina Devine Peterson, 1st Runner Up, Kitty had actually won. We were promised that an explanation would be sent by fax. As of press time, we Liquore, the new Miss Capitol City, Susan Saran Wrap, and perfomers Lorretta LaMour, Miss Gay were still waiting. Wisconsin US of A and Duwanna Moore. Our photographer didn't get Sage La Rue (not shown), Miss Meanwhile the Light received complaints that some contestants were given judges score sheets that had Great Lakes US of A At Large also performed a great number. Sage was off doing something (or comments but that did not have scores listed in every category. One of the judges told Light the sheets someone) given to the contestants were comment sheets and not the actual score sheets. According to this Judge separate score sheets were filled out for each contestant. While some of these comment sheets had Frontiers will have a picnic at Devil's Lake. scores listed on them, some did not. On Tuesday August 6, a field trip to see the Splendors of Imperial China at the Chicago Any of the four pictured above (I-r) Helen A Handbasket, Vanessa, Aja Night, and Janice Erkel would be Art Institute will leave at 7:30 AM. Wednesday August 7, the group will gather for the final an outstanding representative for Milwaukee. From what we understand, Vanessa who was crowned at Summer concert on the Square. Look for the Blue Tarp to join in the fun. the end of the pageant is really the First Runner Up and Janice Erkel is the winner. Both performers The Bridge Club meets on Saturday August 10. This month the Bridge Club meets in qualified for the Miss Gay Wisconsin US of A pageant. Whoever won we congratulate them and the Baraboo. On Sunday August 18, Frontiers will be biking the Military Ridge Trail from other contestants all of whom did a fine job. Our hats are also off to B's for doing a great job in hosting this event. Verona to Mt. Horeb. Wednesday August 21 is Movie Night. The critically acclaimed "Strawberry and Madison's Frontiers Announces Activities Chocolate" will be shown. Sunday August 25, a trip to door County including sailing and dinner is on tap. Wednesday August 28 features dining at Muskie's Lounge and Crab For August house. Last but not least the group will be going to Minneapolis August 30 to September 3. We hope you have some room on your social calendar for the month of August. Frontiers, a Madison social group has announced a full slate of activities for August. Come to one or come to all of these fun events. Helping Hands For information on these and other activities call Frontiers (608)241-2500. On Saturday August 3, the group will be rafting/canoeing. Sunday August 4, AIDS Benefit at Club 94 Zion, IL—Helping Hands Outreach AIDS Ministry (HHOAM) will be holding a fundraising event at Club 94 in Ke- nosha (hwy 94 & hwy C). "One Night Only—the Drag-O-Rama Reunion '96" will feature a variety of people in an as- sortment of comedic acts. Most of the performers are not professional imper- sonators, some are firemen, hairdress- ers and office workers, getting dressed up to raise funds for a good cause. Some of you may remember the troupe from a couple of years back. A raffle will also be held that evening. The $3 cover is being donated by the bar directly to the event. HHOAM is a service of the Joy of Life Metropolitan Community Church in Waukegan, which provides support groups, transportation and assistance to those persons infected and affected with HIV. They have also been working in con- A hot show at a hot bar! Porn Star/Singer David Burrill put on a junction with HIVCO to deliver food hot show at Manouevres in Madison on Sunday July 21, as part of through the Hand to Hand program. the MAGIC Picnic/Pride Weekend celebration. This is a new group and as such, is badly in need of funding. With the cut- Second Annual Gay & backs at the federal level, there were no Mr. SSBL during the Gilberto Botello from Balistreri's Softball team won the coveted title of grant moneys available this year. Competition League's annual fund raiser at Club 219, Saturday July 27. For information on the event or how to Lesbian Bar contribute to HHOAM, please call (847) Despite Hang Ups Midwest 623-3550 and leave a confidential mes- Kicks Off for AIDS Walk sage. Corporate sponsorships are wel- — Register for AIDS Walk Wisconsin as come and tax deductable. Milwaukee Womyn's Autumnfest is Full a member of your favorite bar's Walk team and help av.) win the second annual Gay and Lesbian bar Steam Ahead competition. Last year the friendly competition among Milwaukee's Gay and Lesbian bars raised over DeKalb, IL-Organizers of the Midwest Womyn's Autumnfest $17,000 and over 400 individuals participated. experienced frustration and discrimination when looking for this Walk organizers are hoping that this year will be year's festival site. Last year's camp was unavailable because "Our even more successful with several new bars signed-up values were not in accordance" with the camp. for the competition. Bars that participated last year Another location in our area was found, and after lengthy include Mama Roux, M&M Club, Just Us, This Is It, negotiations, the owners agreed to rent the land. We jumped Kathy's Nut Hut, Fannies, Triangle, B's, La Cage, through many hoops, including purchasing an unreasonably large Renez Coz-Comer, 1100 Club, Cafe Melange and insurance policy. Loose Ends. Similar competitions are in place in Only nine weeks before our event, the land owners backed out of Madison and Green Bay. our rental agreement citing their fear of "women driving after dark" More than 6,500 people and 735 teams have already as the primary reason for canceling the contract. We were registered to participate in the seventh annual AIDS devastated. We had spent months preparing for and promoting the Walk Wisconsin on Sunday, September 22, beginning festival. We were financially and spiritually committed to the fest. at Milwaukee's lakefront. Bette Midler is this year's After much soul searching, we found another location to hold the Honorary Chair. AIDS Walk Wisconsin is produced festival, only 15 minutes from the other site. by the AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin, Inc. The festival will be held on Sunday, September 1, 1996—Labor (ARCW) and benefits 16 AIDS education and service Day weekend. providers throughout the state. If you are planning to attend this year's festival, please pick up the In addition to the prizes available to individual new directions at any of the ticket outlets (hsee below), or send us a walkers, the Gay and Lesbian bar competition SASE to: Athena Productions, 217 S. 2 d St., #193, DeKalb, IL features a grand prize of two roundtrip tickets to South 60115, or call (815) 748-5359. Beach, FL and hotel accommodations for the bar This year's festival features an all-star cast of performers. These team member who turns in the greatest amount of include: Alix Dobkin, Deidre McCall, Susan Herrick, Jamie An- money on September 22. The team which raises the derson, and many more. most money will be honored with a plaque, and a prize Volunteers are needed for all aspects of the festival. To volunteer, will be awarded to the top team captain. please write or call the address or phone number given above. To register, contact your favorite bar or call 1-800- Tickets are $25 in advance, $32 at the gate. This price includes 348-WALK and ask to be registered with a bar team. admission to all performances, workshops, movies and the market her annual appearance at If you have already registered for the Walk, you may place. Ticket price does not include food, which will be on sale In the Flesh! Miss Francesca made Club 219 on Saturday July 27. As be added to a team roster by calling 1-800-348- throughout the day, the Mr. SSBL contest held at drew rave reviews from those in WALK. Tickets are available at A Room of One's Own in Madison and usual her performance No word yet from Mr. Blackwell as to what he Check out our web site at: http://www.netgains. AfterWords in Milwaukee. Tickets may be purchased by mail order attendance. thought of her dress. com/aidswalkwisc. or with VISA?Master Card through Athena Productions. THESPOTUGHT-' August 1,1996 to AugUst 14,19964VLSCONSINLIGHT-16 ' • •

OCT on Film

Oliver Platt, Sandra Bullcok and Mathew McConaughey star in the thriller "A Time to Kill" a new movie based on the best selling novel by John Grisham `A Time to Kill' is a Melodramatic Rollercoaster; Take Lots of Hankies

Reviewed by Glenn Bishop Grisham and Schuamacher pull out all Although Glenn hasn't himself read the stops in A Time to Kill, delivering a John Grisham, Glenn is familiar with the melodrama of near epic proportions and fact that John Grisham is a book selling with a running time of 2 hours 25 min- machine, seemingly patterned after Ste- utes, near epic length. phen King (another author Glenn has not Yet despite some appropriately dra- read). Both sell books in the millions, if matic scoring and some fabulous cine- not zillions, of copies. And since both matography which beautifully, if occa- write immediate best-sellers, you're a fool sionally stereotypically, evokes a south- if you ever pay full price for one of their ern community ripe for an explosion of books. racial tensions, Glenn was left to ponder Be that as it may, Glenn has not read if the packaging wasn't masking simplis- Grisham's A Time to Kill, the book from tic solutions Grisham offered. which the film is based. A historical note Acting throughout the film is first-rate Wallace and Gromit speeding down the street in this scene from is that A Time to Kill was Grisham's first with special mention to Oliver Platt as "Close Shave" 1996 winner of an Academy Award for Best Animated book and not an immediate best-seller Jake's morally bankrupt best friend, Chris Short. "Close Shave" and eight other animated short films including and only became so once he achieved Cooper (star of Sayles' Lonestar) as the author stardom. several other award winners can be seen at Milwaukee's Downer deputy Carl Lee accidentally maims and Glenn only mentions this touch of trivia theater in "Wallace & Gromit: The Best of Aardman Animation." especially to Samuel L. Jackson mes- because Mr. Grisham is on record as merizing in Carl Lee's too few scenes. saying that this is his favorite book and Take some tissue and be ready for `Supercop' Is an Action Film You Can that because so, he was determined to melodramtic rollercoaster with McCon- make sure that there would be a faithful aughey and Bullock in A Time to Kill Wait to See on Video cinematic adaptation. Rating: $$$$ (scale $ to $$$$$$) As is the case with any summer block- A Time to Kill is playing at theatres Reviewed by Glenn Bishop over how the actors talked without mov- buster, A Time to Kill has had more than everwhere. It took some convincing to get Glenn to ing their lips and vice versa. Then, when it's share of media hype. Swirling around Supercop. First, Glenn has a celebrated Glenn finally tuned into dialogue, voices the making off A Time to Kill was the aversion to big, senselessly bloody action at turns ranging from an affected celebrated casting of the (then) virtually films. Unless it's an Arnold Schwartz- "English" accent to California "Valley Girl" unknown actor Matthew McConaughey in enegger classic action title. speak, Supercop's mission was already the pivotal role of Jake Brigance, the (Glenn just loved Arnold's signature line well underway. Matching voices with small-town lawyer who becomes em- from this summer's Eraser: "You're lug- characters seems to be a skill beyond the broiled in a racially-charged murder case. gage." How does he come up with these grasp of the producers of this film. But Grisham and director Joel (Batman) great lines?) As with most other entries into the ac- Schumacher also cast America's latest Glenn has an even greater aversion to tion pic genre, Supercop's plot is secon- cinematic sweetheart, Sandra Bullock, in badly-dubbed foreign films. Actually dary to the action of the...well, of the ac- a relatively secondary part that defies her badly-dubbed seems to be a bit of an tion. top billing. oxymoron. Still, given the modest num- Chan's Chen Chiachu, an unconven- Bordering on over-heated Southern bers of scenes containing dialogue of any tionally self-styled "Supercop", is sent on melodrama, A Time to Kill focuses on sort, Glenn was left to ponder why Mi- a mission from his Hong Kong home for the small Mississippi town of Clanton. As ramax didn't just leave Supercop subti- a bit of espionage in China. Some such the film opens two of the slimiest good ol' tled. nonsense about cracking some evil inter- boys to hit the screen since Deliverance Somehow Glenn was successfully con- national drug ring. His partner turns out turn up in Clanton, drive drunk through vinced and one evening was to be found to a the beautiful but tough, strong but town and finally encounter an adorable in the audience for Jackie Chan's Super- still feminine Director Wang (played by 10-year-old Black girl along a quiet little cop. In a line, Jackie Chan ain't no Ar- the beautiful but tough, strong but still backroad where they subsequently beat, nold Swartzenegger. feminine Michelle Yeaoh). rape and attempt to murder her. Still, Supercop does have it's mo- Bad guys get blown up, good guys save Recognizing the fact that in the past, ments. the day, you know the score. Familiar incidents involving white youths accused Glenn isn't really sure how the film stuff. The film's raging implausibilities of raping and/or murdering Blacks gener- started. First, Glenn began by obsessing are deftly sidestepped by a delightfully ally led to acquitals, Carl Lee Haily We Hate to light, tongue-firmly-in-cheek tone that (Samuel L. Jackson), the girl's father Reach the Wisconsin was sadly missing from this summer's takes matters into his own hands. His BRAG but we subsequent murder trial disastrous ID4 (Independence Day for electrifies the have a REALLY LesBiGay Community those not lost in that film's overblown previously sleepy-eyed town. hype). Grisham's protagonist is Carl Lee's BIG DECK Although martial arts is the specialty lawyer, Jake Brigance (the aforemen- Advertise In here, and some truly spectacular martial tioned Matthew McConaughey). Saddled Come See It ... arts to be sure, there should be sufficient with a less-than thriving practice, little Haug Out!!! The Wisconsin Light explosions, blood, car chases and other actual trial experience, a rehab home and assorted acts of daredevil destruction in a beautiful wife and an equally beautiful Supercop for even the most jaded action young daughter, Jake accepts his as- We offer.... man. One might think that Chan copied signment with a vengence that borders on the train/helicopter sequence from this obsession. summer's Mission Impossible except Briefly seen in a small role in John t k; • The Largest Circulation of Any that Supercop was actually filmed in Sayles' Lonestar, McConaughey clearly Wisconsin LesBiGay Publication 1991. Who copied whom? has a "can't miss" label written all over Jackie Chan is an appealingly if unlikely him. Blond with matinee-idol good looks • FREE Ad layout and Design "Supercop" and his scenes with Michelle and a voice that melts even the most Yeaoh possess an refreshingly engaging cynic movie critic's heart, Matthew charm. Few other characters are devel- McConaughey heats up the screen in any • Flexible Deadlines to Meet Your oped beyond the cannon fodder stage. scene he's in. Needs Be forewarned to stay for the film's Clearly aware of his abundently appar- closing credits which include a delightful ent physical attributes, McConaughey at sequence of out-takes from the Super- FINE MEXICAN • Low Rates times seems to be playing more to the cop -- see just how the film's thrilling se- camera than to his co-stars. quences are actually filmed. Conversely, Sandra Bullock who cap- CUISINE • A Solid Reputation Built Over Supercop is a pleasant enough cine- tured the hearts of America in Speed and 7 DAYS A WEEK Nearly Nine Years of Serving the matic diversion but if you are like Glenn, then again in While You Were Sleeping you might want to wait until Supercop is here has a LesBiGay Community throw-way part as an ener- 734 South 5th Street available at your local video emporium -- getic young law student seeking to help badly-dubbed films are far less annoying Jake on the case. A little long in the 645-9888 To Find Out More Call Us on the small screen. tooth for the part perhaps but Ms. Bullock Rating $$$ (scale $ to $$$$$$) does a credible job holding her own with Corner of 5th & National, across (414)372-2773 Supercop is currently playing at Mil- Mr. McConaughey. from the Milwaukee Ballet waukee's Oriental Theatre. THE SPOTUGHT August 1,1996 to August 14,1996-WISCONSIN LIGHT-17 `Kingpin' is a Blah Film Where the Hairstyles are Funnier than the Movie Stop In Reviewed by Glenn Bishop a career of selling condom novelties for At best, sports movies are an anomaly. bowling alley vending machines and way and Enjoy Occasionally directors seek to elevate too many regrets. In a word, he's bitter. sports mythology into existential meta- "Big Em" on the other hand is a beloved our phors for life. See, for example, Kevin bowling hero. Fate, what can you say? Costner's weepy, Field of Dreams. "If Roy thinks his luck has changed when only I'd have played catch with Dad...sob, he discovers a ditzy Amish bowling whiz Daily sob." named Ishmeal (Randy Quaid) who is a More often sports flicks are some kind sure bet to win a million dollar winner- of variation on the "Bad News Bears" take-all bowling tournament in Reno. Specials theme. You know the routine. Poor Let's introduce really bad sports flick to group of underachieving misfits somehow the tried and true "road picture". and our learn to work together, believe in them- Along the way to Reno (and fame and selves...blah, blah, blah. fortune), the boys pick up a street-smart beauty named Claudia (Vanessa Angel). 2-For-1 Bad things continue to happen to our hapless heroes but, as is the way with Cocktail these summer comedies, you just know that all will live happily ever after. As might be suggested from the Far- Hour, 4-gm relly brothers last film, Dumb and Dumber, Kingpin is a no brainer. The jokes are rude and crude and vomit does 7 Days seem to be the bodily fluid of choice. The few truly inspired comic bits, the Jeffer- A Week 625 South 2nd sons on Ice for example, are simply too Street few and too far between. Special merito- a rious mention must be given to hairstyl- with Milwaukee ists Melissa A Yonkey and Betty Lou 273-2693 (Betty Lou!!) Skinner for some truly in- Free Pool spired comic hair bits. Yes, that's right, comic hair bits. Kingpin is just that kind of flick. & Darts Leads Woody Harrelson, Randy Quaid and Vanessa Angel seem to be awfully Woody Harrelson good sports and Bill Murray probably can IN BETWEEN Whoopi Goldberg's recent Eddie or play a snidely slimy scumball like "Big Rhea Perlman's Sunset Park are recent Em" in his sleep. Glenn's question is (unsuccessful) examples, neither of which how Chris Elliot such some high billing Milwaukee's Ultimate Social Bar was redeemed by generous helpings of for a couple of throw-away scenes. superfluous shots of male flesh. Glenn doesn't imagine that anyone can MONDAY TUESDAY THURSDAY As the title might suggest, Kingpin is a possibly have any real expectations for a bowling flick. Glenn is at a loss at com- bowling movie, so Kingpin doesn't actu- Pop A Balloon Pull A Chip Spin ing up with titles of any other bowling ally disappoint but with a running time of $300 for flicks. Perhaps there's a good reason for 113 minutes, it seems awfully long for your drink The this: Bowling is pretty gosh darn boring to thing sort of thing. in Prizes price Wheel watch. Rating $$ (scale $ to $$$$$$) Kingpin is currently playing at theatres everywhere. FRI/SAT/SUN 2-For-1 FREE Milwaukee's Cocktail Hour Gunderson and POOL/DARTS Place to 4-9pm During Cocktail Morris at Borders Party! 7 Days A Week Book Shop Hour Madison—Congressman Steve Gun- derson and his partner, Rob Morris, will discuss and sign copies of their new book, House and Home at Borders Book Shop, 3416 University Avenue in Madison, on Sunday, August 18 at 7:00 p.m. House and Home is the remarkable memoir of Gunderson, the only openly Gay Republican congressman, and his life partner, Rob Morris, a Washington architect. Skillfully written from the point of view of both men, House and Home re- counts the pressures on the two men as they strive to build a home for them- Randy Quaid selves in the pressure cooker that is in- Kingpin begins with a young Roy Mun- side-the-beltway politics. son(Will Rothhaar) bowling in the back- Yet, in a larger sense, House and yard (that's right, in the backyard) with Home is the story of so many couples Dad. Dad tells young Roy that bowling is in our community as they try and put his gift. their lives together to make of "you and Jump ten years and a grown up Roy me" an "us." House (Woody Harrelson looking a wee bit old) According to Newt Gringrich, Congressman Steve Gunderson clearest evi- is defeating Ernie "Big Em" McCracken and Home "provides the varied for the 1979 Oder Eaters Championship. dence of how people from widely Morris, will ideological perspec- and his partner, Rob A bad sport, "Big Em" takes his revenge backgrounds and to work together to pro- on the gullible Roy, conning Roy into a tives are able historic results." discuss and sign their book cheesy bowling hustle that goes sour. duce more information, call Borders at Jump even more years and Roy is a For (608) 232-2600. Home drunken has-been with a hook for a hand, House & Sunday, August 18, 7:00 p.m. AfterWords at Borders Book Shop End 0' Summer ,W, W1fAVIVIt)W Sale-a-rama BORDERS® BOOK SHOP & CAFE

August 2405 Also: Will Fellows discusses Farm Boys: Lives of Gay Men (Be there!) from the Rural Midwest Tuesday, September 10 at 7:30 p.m. www.afterwords.com 3416 University Ave. Madison, WI 53705 (608) 232-2600 (a new way to shop at AfterWords)

THE'SPOTUGHT August 1, 1996 to August 14, 1996-WISCONSIN LIGHT-19 smiling and having fun. Of course Dusty The Post Parade show was very good. was busy working the crowd, I mean I especially enjoyed Dyke-A-Pella. These working for the Light taking pictures so gals can sinnnnggg! Yes they sing Les- he didn't get to dance. BUT he did meet bian music, but the themes are universal some very nice people and offers special and they are very good. 7&t "Ple9Ati thanks to bartenders John and Joe for So was Mary Waitrovich and Patty .de9k helping him with those photo ops. Cakes. Ms. Cakes brought the house Its a good thing that the Scheels threw down with her "Stuff Like That There!" this bash. Madison's Queer bars were all number and then again when she twirled very crowded that night. I don't know a drill rifle around while doing another where the 800 plus people at the Depot number later in the show. DUSTY DOES MAD TOWN would have gone. The one thing that I noted during the By Dusty Sass service and they are pretty good bartend- I ran into openly Gay Madison Alder- show was that the men listened and Okay I admit it. When they first said, ers and cooks too! man, Mike Verveer at the Depot. Being cheered for the Lesbians and the Lesbi- "Do you want to go to Madison and cover Manouevres a few blocks away was hot the public servant that he is, Mike was ans listened to and cheered for the men. the whole Magic Picnic Pride Weekend?" and steamy. There were so many good holding a series of meetings with his con- That doesn't always happen everywhere I acted cool. After all its always best not looking guys that it was almost enough to stituents. They of course were so grateful else. to let them know that they are doing you give me a case of the vapors. that they tried to help him adjust his The Miss Capitol City Pageant was a favor by sending you to one of the best After an hour or two of that it was a real clothing. very good. Some fine title holders like parties in the state. "Sure I guess it'd be pleasure to go back to R Place where The Pre-Parade Rally was great. Eve- Sage La Rue, Duwanna Moore, Lorreta okay" I mumbled. Rich and his staff awaited. These guys ryone was there. There were some great LaMohr and Cass Marie were on hand to Course soon as I was out of ear shot, I go out of their way to make you feel at speeches. Melinda Paras really got the help crown the winner. The crowd was let out a yell. YES YES YES. All those home. I really enjoyed sitting on the crowd going and I bet even the Guv large and very enthusiastic and rightly so. parties and all those hot men. couch in the Fire Place room and chatting heard the cheering (not that he wanted The contest was very close. Both of the The MAGIC picnic, and all those hot with some of the many hunks there. to) top contenders, Susie Saran Wrap and men. The Pride Parade, and all those hot The MAGIC Picnic was the best I'd The Pride Parade was a whole lot of Kitty Liquore, had large rooting sections men. been to yet. First off it didn't rain. (That's fun. I finally got to ride in Allan Eslinger's on hand. The David Burrill show and all those hot because I packed an umbrella just so I fabulous 1957 T-Bird convertible which The David Burrill show at Manouevres men! The Miss Capitol City pageant and wouldn't need it. ) was used as The Wisconsin Light Car. was equally worth while. The audience all those hot men. Melinda Paras, and As usual the Miller Lite was the first We especially appreciated all those got into the act, literally. Burrill kept all those hot men! beer to run out. Just to show you how people who waved and yelled that they pulling audience members out onto the Of course there is always the problem popular Miller Lite is, when they changed love The Light. (We never hear enough dance floor where he helped them out of of moving to another city for a weekend. the barrel going down to two taps, a of that) their tight fitting clothes. I packed lightly. Only two suitcases one large crowd jostled its way to the spigots The R Place Float wins Dusty's prize After all that it was a relief to get back for clothes and one for urn, er let's just ignoring the open taps at the other beer as the group having the most fun. These to Milwaukee. Of course I told the editors say a few entertainment devices Dr. trailers. boys know how to party. They boogied that the weekend was all work, work, Susie Shovelit lent me. (Don't worry I The games were a lot of fun. The drag and partied the whole route to the delight work. Well actually it was work, but bleached them all) race was a real scream. There was one of the crowd. It was just like being in the thanks to some great people at the So what happened? guy who was yelling to the women asking bar except you were moving down State Shamrock, R Place, Manouevres and the Was it worth the trip and all those walks for advice on how to attach his bra. Street. Hotel Washington it was fun too. from one site to another definitely. After the race each contestant came out Manouevres also had a great entry In conclusion there are several things I Here are a few sidelights, highlights and to sashay for the crowd. Can you say with manager Charlie a former Mr. Wis- simply have to say. m idlights. "attitude?" Yes they showed it. The win- consin Leather awardee, riding in the 1. The people of Madison are first rate. The 10% Dance was a real trip. I was ner of the most coordinated outift was a back. You can never see enough of a That goes double for the staffs at R surprised to see so many teens there. 10 year boy who could barely keep from hot butch man on a sunny day. Dusty Place, Manouevres and the Shamrock. Perhaps other cities should consider tripping over his dress. was tempted to tell Charlie to roll up the And it goes triple for Rich at R Place, holding events in venues where those Greg and Sherry Scheel, along with windows, pull the top up and head for the Charlie at Manouevres and Eli at the who are not of legal drinking age can at- Mark Mueller and the rest of the Hotel nearest park, but alas duty called. Shamrock. tend. Washington crew did a fantastic job. There was one accident in the march. 2. You don't need a car in Madison. To I was also surprised to see so many The Hotel Washington Party at the One of the Dykes on Bikes reved up her party in Mad Town, just about everything people out on the Union concourse. Depot was a must-go-to. The crowd was engine (on the motorcycle) and it popped is within easy walking distance. There was a lot of mouth watering eye so large that to the delight of many of the a wheelie flying into the rear of the Ger- 3. Lest any editor reading this gets the candy. Mindful of my crucial assignment, women in attendance, for most the eve- aldine's float. Fortunately neither the wrong impression, Dusty did not have however, I pressed on. ning, there was line to get into the men's rider, the bike or the float were hurt. fun. He worked his butt off all weekend. Another nice thing about the dance was room. Of course there were obligatory pro- (NOT!) the mix of people. Older lesbians were The Hotel staff did an unbelievable job testors. Does Wisconsin have some kind 4. Every city should have a family like the joined by young straight men. The DJ did in converting the Depot into a Queer of law that requires picketing whenever a Scheels. They are truly wonderful peo- a first rate job. disco for the night. few thousand of us get together? I don't ple. The bars on Friday night were DJ Ty, kept the crowd hopping all night know about anyone else but I saw those 5. Dusty can't wait for next year's "tough packed. I enjoyed a great burger at the long. signs and they didn't make me want to assignment." when he covers the Magic Shamrock. Eli and his crew give great Everywhere you looked people were run off and get married to a woman. Weekend again. THE PIV OT CLUB Jingle Productions Presents: Dry Night MISS GAY GREAT LAKES MONDAY: mOilie Night USOFA AT-LARGE Isom: PAGEANT V pareust An Official Preliminary to the Miss Gay USofA At -Large ISCONIESDAY: featuring: _1_.... 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Madison's Repertory Theatre Offers PAIX60 V0.066 THUS SD :rte.na).; the Smash Hit "Nunsense II" t1'3 ' 10303 9.8V,g0 998(5% the Commanty... Madison— The Little Sisters of Hoboken supported in part by The Shubert grace Madison with their presence in Foundation, the Madison Civic Center Madison Rep's "habit forming" production Foundation and the Wisconsin Arts Board Now accepting new members! of Nunsense II: The Second Coming by Wisconsin. with funds from the State of To set up an audition, call 344-9222, or Dan Goggin. This hilarious musical runs Corporate sponsor for the production is J. write to PO Box 1488, Milwaukee, WI 53201. from July 19 through August 25 at the H. Findorff & Son. Isthmus Playhouse of the Madison Civic Rehearsals resume August 7. Center, 211 State Street. Nunsense II: The Second Coming Dedicated to the positive promotion of gays and lesbians throughout the community through picks right up where the original quality choral performances and community activities. Nunsense left off. Having tasted the thrill of the stage in the original Nunsense, the five Sisters band together to stage another variety show to thank the audiences who made the first one such a Find Out What's Going On success. Their thirst for stardom peaks with a rumor of a "Star Search" talent scout in the audience. Meanwhile, trouble looms CALL large as their convent is threatened by a health inspector and a visiting order of Franciscan nuns who come to claim one THE WISCONSIN LIGHT of the sisters as their own. Both the original Nunsense and Nunsense II: The Second Coming are extremely popular across the U.S. and abroad. Nunsense opened in Greenwich SPOTLINE Village in 1985, and became one of the longest-running hits in Off-Broadway history. Nunsense II premiered in 1993 and met Madison's Paddy Cakes brought the house (414)299-0857 with immediate success. According to down with two well performed numbers during the one review, Nunsense II is "...integrated post Pride March show in Madison, Sunday July Updated Daily with double entendres and other peppy 21. This is a free hits and surprises that will probably knock service provided by The Wisconsin Li• ht you right out of your seat from laughing so hard." Through the years, some • productions have even invited real nuns to perform in the show. The idea for Nunsense began when The Lesbian Alliance of Metro Milwaukee Education Fund playwright Dan Goggin hit on an idea for — greeting cards with nun themes. The presents — humorous notes, with their comic puns punctuated by make-believe Sisters, caught on and evolved into a musical revue which became the first Nunsense. Goggin, who attended Catholic school as STARRY STARRY , a child, remembers that "...many of the nuns who taught me were funny people...Every nun in the show is based •• • on someone I knew growing up. Of all the people who attend the show, the greatest fans are priests and nuns." NIGHT Nunsense II: The Second Coming °pot icd on l-nday, July 19 at 8:00 p.m. and runs through Sunday, August 25th. Single ticket prices are $17 for Saturday, August 24 Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday performances and $20 for Friday and Saturday performances. Broadway Theatre Center • 158 North Broadway Discounts are available for groups of 15 or more. Group information is available by calling the Rep at (608) 256-0029. SHOWTIME: 7:30pm (Doors Open at 7pm) Discounted rush tickets may be purchased by request on the day of the show. Tickets are available through the —After Show Party with LuShanti — Madison Civic Center ticket office at (608) 266-9055. All are welcome. The Sunday, Augus. 11 performance will be interpreted in Show will include some of thefollowing: American Sign Language. TTD: (608) 267-2674. Madison Repertory Theatre's production of Nunsense II: The Second Coming is Broom Street Theater Presents "Please, Please, Please Love Me" Madison— Everyone's desperately looking for love and they'll do anything to get it. ANYTHING!! How they get it is all part of the action in Please, Please, Please Love Me, a new comic-drama about neurotic love, written and directed by Rick Vorndran. Please, Please, Please Love Me opens on Friday, August 2 at 8:00 p.m. at Madison's Broom Street Theater. Please, Please, Please Love Me, set in the mythical region of Palm City, California, revolves around a group of needy people who will do everything to get the love and affection they think they *************** deserve. The play has nine characters, TICKETS * * each of whom is self-contradictory in $15 in Advance / $18 at the Door * TICKET OUTLETS * some sick and twisted way. Please, * Please, Please Love Me is a startling Just Us and significant departure for author- Tickets can be obtained through the mail by sending * director Rick Vomdran who created last check/money order to: * Designing Men * summer's Broom Street hit I Am Star * Trek. LAMMEF • P.O. Box 93323 • * All shows of Please, Please, Please Milwaukee, WI 53203 * Outpost Natural Foods * Love Me are at 8:00 p.m., Friday, * Saturday and Sunday evenings from Or to charge tickets by phone call (414) 264-2600. * Highwind Books * August 2 through September 8 at the air- (Add $1 per ticket service charge when using your credit card) * conditioned Broom Street Theater, 1119 * * Williamson St., Madison, WI. Tickets are Afterwords $6.00 at the door only (sorry, no VISA * * reservations). Call (608) 244-8338 for *************** more information. V • August 1, 1996 to August 14, 1996-WISCONSIN LIGHT-22 THE SPOTLIGHT YOU'RE INVITED

Saturday August 3 Milwaukee Repertory Theater's Pow- erhouse Theater, 108 E. Wells Street. with the cast Miss Southeastern Gay Wisconsin A food and drink reception a silent auction At Kenosha's Club 94 will follow the show and memorabilia will also Club '94 will be the site of the Miss featuring Phantom Southeastern Gay Wis US of A pageant. be held. to $20.00. Loretta Lamohr, Miss Gay Wis. US of A, Tickets range from $10.00 at the Mary Richards Miss Gay Wis, '96, Kylie Tickets may be purchsed located in the West, Miss Gay Kenosha, US of A, '96 Milwaukee Rep's box office an a- and Vickee Ms. Gay Wis, '95 will be on theater lobby. The reception is hand to help liven things up and celebrate dditional $15.00. with the winner. Friday August 9th

Sunday August 4 Red Party & Sage's Birthday At Appleton's Fabulous Pivot Club! Riverwest Rainbow Picnic The Ultimate Red Party will be held at The new Riverwest Rainbow Asso- Appleton's Fabulous Pivot Club, 4815 W. ciation a group of Lesbians and Gays Prospect Ave, in celebration of Sage La living in the Milwaukee's Riverwest area Rue's 30th Birthday! will hold a picnic and softball game at Miss La Rue will be waiting to welcome Kern park from 2 to 5 PM. you and her special guest, Porn Star, Everyone is invited to come out and Alex Austin. make some friends. The event will held The evening will also feature a great at Picnic area 4 which is the area closest show. This is a wonderful opportunity to to the River. For more information call help a great performer celebrate the big Our photographer caught these guys while they partyied at Milwaukee's This Is It Bar, 418 E Wells. (414)225-1645. 30 and to get a good look at another They are (kr) Todd Richards, Rici Collins, Mark Hager and Jeff Schell. great performer, Alex Austin. Miss Gay WI America Pageant at Manoeuvres in Madison Saturday August 10th Manoeuvres, 150 S. Blair St., Madison will host the Miss Gay Wis. America Sass In Green Bay Holds Car Wash for Pageant. Special peformances from Ker- the Center Project & Trisha ri Nochols Miss Gay America'96 Sass, 840 S. Broadway, Green Bay, will '96 will add Reese, Miss Gay Wisconsin be holding a car wash from 1 Pm to 5 to the fun! There is a $5.00 cover or you PM. Get your wheels washed while you can reserve a table for just $25.00. wait. The $5.00 price includes something you'll never get at one of those auto- National Night Out On Celebration mated car washes, a free drink plus all On Milwaukee's East Side proceeds go to the Center Project's Milwaukee's National Night Out cele- Gurnsey Gala. bration for the City's lower East Side neighborhood will take place this evening. Sunday August 11 The fun starts with a pot luck at 6:30 at St. Hedwigs Hall 1150 E. Brady (Brady Miss Gay Great Lakes At Large and Humboldt). Singsational will perform Pagent at the Pivot Club and local and state officials are expected The Miss Gay Great Lakes US of A At to be in attendance. Large Pageant will be held at the Pivot Club. Monday August 5 Special performances from Sage La We found the folks at a table in C'est Le Vie, 231 S. Second St., Milwaukee, were all smiles. They Rue, the reigning Miss Gay Great Lakes are (I-r) Jonathon Mayer, Playwrights Studio Artistic director, Michael Nevill, Joan Collins and Ave Casale. At Large and Chelsea Pearl, Phantom Cast Theater Does US of A Miss Gay US of A At Large will highlight Benefit Show for MAP the eve-ning. The cast of the "Phantom of the Opera" There is a $5.00 cover or you can will be putting on a special benefit for the reserve a table for $10.00. To reserve a Milwaukee AIDS Project and Broadway table call the club at 1-800-401-2748. Care/Equity Fights AIDS. The show which will NOT include ma- terial from "Phantom " will be held at the

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The Wisconsin Light AI I )S Group or St. Hedwig's Theater, 108 E Wells, and Announcements for Prospect, Appleton sTI) Clinic Humboldt and Brady, Milwaukee the Augus115 Edition of SPOTLINE i or Sites And Times Milwaukee The Wisconsin Light (414)299-0857 THE SPOTLIGHT August 1, 1996 to August 14, 1996 -WISCONSIN LIGHT-23 ere's the dirt By Doktor Suzee Shovelit BY Doktor Suzee Shovelit Another revealing first hand account If you would like a recap of your event comes to us from the Disney Diary or if you have dirt to share in "Here's the column in the Orlando Weekly Dirt" call the Wisconsin Light at newspaper. In it writer Jeff Truesdell (414)372-2773 and make an appoint- recounts the day. "Take away the Gay ment. Or call the Spotline at (414)299- workers and Disney World becomes the 0857 and leave a message. I don't make planet's largest self service theme park." house calls but I will listen to your cough I understand the Miss Capitol City pa- and may prescribe for you over the geant had its share of technical prob- phone. Or you can throw your dirt lems. a) It started an hour late, b)the CD directly into my e-mail box Dshovelit player brought in by the promoters didn't ao/.com. operate properly. The enthusiastic crowd Well its time to accept the facts— and the professionalism shown by the August is upon us, Summer is almost performers, contestants and the staff at R over, and the season of drag shows has Place carried the day and brought about once again descended on us like a tone a fine show. of foam rubber padding. The MAGIC picnic recently held in From The American Family Asso- Madison reported its biggest crowd ever. ciation Journal for August, 1996 the The organizers were swift to thank Bill Evan McGregor stars in "Trainspotting." The film opens August 2 at Milwaukee's headline, "Families Shocked by Homo- Meunier and The Wisconsin Light for Downer Theater. sexual Celebration at Magic Kingdom" its expanded advance coverage. Miller dry. How sad, how sad. year's MAGIC Picnic and Pride March is "The 1996 Gay Day at Disney provided Lite was the first beer to run out. Then Recaps because they were busy celebrating few surprises for those who watched the even tho there were only two taps of it The Federal Election Commission is PrideFest Treasurer Chris Kleins 40th infamous gathering over the years. But and open taps of other beers (with no suing the Christian Coalition for alleg- Birthday at Just Us. Its too bad Ms. Klein for unsuspecting families who happened waiting line) the Madison crowd (which edly making illegal contributions to help thinks solidarity with her friends in a bar long lines to get into the lair of depravity, shock would e loves its Miller) waited in former President Bush and other Re- is more important than showing solidarity finally ran an understatement." a glass. But alas, Miller Lite publican candidates win federal office. with Madison's Pride Committee (which Apparently the Coalition made "in kind" has consistently shown support for Gay Leaders Denounce Clinton's Decision to contributions by distributing voter guides PrideFest.) I'm stunned she missed this and conducting "get out the vote" efforts opportunity to walk around and show off Sign Anti-Marriage Bill for specific candidates. The Coalition is a who's boss. Virginia based corporation and because it That a certain Wisconsin Light editor Washington, DC—A Republican-sponsored passed to Rep. Frank and that word had been is a corporation is barred by federal elec- in chief is thoroughly enjoying his sou- drive to make same-sex marriage illegal un- HRC that the President would sign the bill. tion law from spending for or contributing venir photo of porn star David Burrill der federal law was inspired by concerns One high and well-placed White House any service to any about morality, not politics, says Rep. Henry source, speaking on condition of anonymity, candidate or group from his recent show at Manoeuvres in Hyde (R-IL), chairman of the House Judiciary said, "What are you people out in the Mid- involved in a federal election. Madison. We can't say exactly what Committee. west surprised about? This is an election year The Coalition is vowing to fight what it David wrote on the photo, but we can say Supporters of a bill defining marriage as a and this whole thing by the President is po- calls a baseless and frivolous suit. that Dr. Boughner insists that its true. "legal union between one man and one litical, pure politics." Rumor Has It That Kevin at Club 219 was literally woman" aren't engaging in election-year ma- The source, interviewed by phone, went on That a Madison alderman was nearly stomped by one of Dino's Teasers male Thursday, May 30th, as explain that what Clinton was trying to do neuvering, he said to "depantsed" during a meeting with his strippers during a recent appearance at the panel's constitution subcommittee ap- was to "blunt a wedge issue" before the GOP constituents. To avoid this em-bare-ass- the Club. use it. The stripper (who claims to be proved the idea. could ing problem, meetings will no longer be "Don't assume people are doing this for "What do you want in November?" the straight) alleged that a customer stuck held during the Rod's Reunion party at political profit," said Hyde. "Some of us be- source asked. "President Clinton or President his finger up his ass while he was per- the Hotel Washington. lieve that same-sex unions sanctioned by the Dole?" forming. Apparently there were no government trivialize marriage and condone David Mixner, a friend of Clinton's for 25 That Milwaukee's PrideFest Committee witness to this ass-ualt, even though it public immorality." years, and an openly Gay man and leader, ex- was not represented at this year's MAGIC allegedly happened during his perfor- The subcommittee voted 8-4 along party pressed his outrage at the decision. "It's rep- Picnic in Madison. Shame, shame, mance to a crowded house. lines to approve the bill, bringing it a step rehensible and cowardly," he told Newsweek shame,- how soon we forget the golden After throwing an ashtray at Kevin, the closer to a vote on the House floor. The Sen- magazine. rule of "you scratch my back, I'll scratch stripper left the bar only to return and ate has not yet begin work on a similar bill However, Mixner added that "It was politi- yours." blindside Kevin. Dino's has apologized introduced by Sen. Don Nickles, (R-OK). cally smart." That the reason, the PrideFest Co- During the subcommittee hearing, Hyde (Mixner will be coming to Milwaukee in and promised that it won't happen again. mmittee represented at this claimed that the timing of the bill "is dictated late summer to sign copies of his forthcoming was not by the courts," referring to the case in Ha- book.) waii. Light's source said that "overall" Gay "What action by what court, and when did leaders have been "outraged, but calm." it happen?" shot back Rep. Barney Frank (D- "Okay," he said, "Gays poured a lot of Think... MA). money into the (Clinton) campaign, but Mr. Hyde offered no answer. President plays to the numbers and the Gay A spokeswoman for the Human Rights leaders understand the numbers." Campaign (HRC), Kim I. Mills, disagreed. The reference was to the fact that according "The fact that proponents of this clearly un- to a recent poll, only 33% of the country ap- constitutional bill couldn't even articulate proves of same-sex marriage. There's NOTHING happening why they think it's necessary, just demon- The House bill, sponsored by Rep. Bob strates that it's a cheap political ploy." Barr, (R-GA)., would define marriage for Mills added, "No state recognizes same-sex federal purposes, keeping same -sex couples tonight? marriage, and Hawaii—the only state that ineligible for a wide range of federal benefits, might—is at least two years away from that including Social Security payments. decision." It also would give states the authority to Meanwhile, Ralph Reed, executive director reject the validity of same-sex marriages per- of the Christian Coalition—which has been formed in any other state. But it wouldn't pushing anti-same-sex marriage bills in state block any state from conferring its own legal legislatures—said his group would put its full status on same-sex unions, according to the CALL THE SPOTLINE force behind getting the Defense of Marriage bill's sponsor. bill to President Clinton's desk before Labor Supporters say the legislation is necessary (414)299-0857 Day. because of a court case that could make Ha- President Clinton and congressional Demo- waii the first state to recognize same-sex mar- crats have accused Republicans of coming up riages. If that happens, the Constitution may with the plan to whip up anti-gay sentiment require that all other states accept same-sex and better their chances of winning the White marriages performed in Hawaii as legal, they House in November. say. But the president has said he'll sign the bill. Democrats said the bill was politically mo- Find out what's happening if it remains in its current form. tivated and unnecessary because it would give The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force states no more power than they have today. (NGLTF) voiced outrage at Clinton's state- Congress has more important issues to work ment. on, such as employment, health care, crime "We are deeply disappointed and dismayed and the economy, said Rep. John Conyers, • In Milwaukee at the announcement that the President is (D-MI). willing to sign into law anti-marriage legisla- "Here we are, 160 days before an election, tion. In making this decision, the President and this committee ends up with nothing to • Around the State has abandoned his commitment to tolerance, do but this," Conyers said. "If we don't have compassion, and fairness and has also made a anything to do, we probably shouldn't be • Hear the Updated Calendar serious political misstep," said Tracey Co- meeting." naty, an NGLTF spokeswoman. Democrats—led by Rep. Frank tried repeat- • Leave Calendar Announcements Conaty called the President's decision to edly to amend the bill's language Thursday, sign the bill "a slap in the face of Gay and May 30th, but they were outvoted by the ma- Lesbian families across America." jority Republicans. Elizabeth Birch, HRC's executive director, Freshman Rep. Michael Patrick Flanagan, called the Clinton decision "a capitulation to (R-IL), voted for the bill despite reservations religious extremists." about the intrusion of the federal government Birch went on to say, "This bill is a ploy by into marriage, which traditionally has been the floundering Dole for President campaign regulated by the states. & Think Again! to drive a wedge between the Gay community "The federal government has never defined and President Clinton." marriage, but that it was always understood David Mixner what that meant," he said. "But now we find According to Light's sources inside the it necessary to say that out loud." Beltway, the Clinton decision came as no Flanagan also said that since some parts of surprise. Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual leaders the bill have tax implications, the House had known that it was coming "for weeks;" Ways and Means Committee should study it. August 1, 1996—August 14, 1996—WISCONSIN LIGHT-24 When are We Going to Wake Up and Realize David Clarenbach Resigns From Gay and That We Are Not "Just Like Them?" Lesbian Victory Fund —Gay and Lesbian Vic- sader for the rights of Gay people. "He will do Commentary by Dan E. Boy seen as a stain on the image of this "great Washington, DC Director David Claren- very well and I wish him the best of every- Whatever happened to Queer Activism? country of freedom." tory Fund Executive his departure on July 30 from thing," Clarenbach said. Where are all the drag queens, leather boys, Where will this new political move take us? bach announced position. Clarenbach's resignation is ef- "The Victory Fund is in good hands, and I dykes on bikes, and Queer Nationeers? It Will it win us the freedom to love others, a that 9th. look forward to working with Jonathan," seems that we are seeing fewer and fewer freedom granted us by our birth? Or will it fective August resignation to the Victory Clarenbach said. activists who really want to make a only force us further back, back before In his letter of "radical" gave his desire to Clarenbach, a veteran of 18 years in the in this country, and more of the Stonewall and into the 50's, a place Pat Rob- Fund Board, Clarenbach change opportunities" as the rea- Wisconsin State Legislature, where he pushed "political" activists who band together only ertson yearns to be. And who will be forced to pursue "professional resignation. through the nation's first "Gay Rights law", when they are attacked. change next? Maybe transexuals and cross- son for his sudden Fund Board of Directors has said that he was "very proud" of the Victory This doesn't mean that those who work to dressers, because they give us a bad name, or The Victory, member and former Victory Fund's growth in the year since he became organize the fight against the religious right men and women being asked not to wear appointed Board Jonathan Wilson as Interim Executive Director. He said that such is the and their like are not doing good work, or that leather because it makes "them" think that all Fund candidate while a search for a per- Fund's energy and dedication that he fully ex- this work is unnecessary, yet at what cost we are interested in is sex. Executive Director is being conducted. pects that after the 1996 elections, "half the does it come? It wasn't good little men in suits and sub- manent Executive Director corporate attorney, states and one third of the state legislatures Those in "power" in the "lesbigay" commu- missive women in dresses that took the first Wilson, a successful served on the Des Moines, Iowa School Board will have openly Lesbian or Gay elected offi- nity are constantly working to present the im- at Stonewall. It was drag queens, dykes step for 12 years. He gained national attention cials serving." age that we are "just like them." They try to fags. and when he came out as a Gay man during a Clarenbach said that while he misses Wis- show how we are exactly the same as every- was people who weren't going to take it It contentious school board discussion concern- consin, he has "no plans" to return to his na- one else, that we all strive for the same anymore. ing more uniform implementation of the tive state. "I'm going to stay in Washington," things. Whether it's saying that we too have was people who refused to have to hide It school district's long-standing sexual orienta- he said. 'family values," or that we are all themselves away and be ashamed. tion non-discrimination policy. The Victory Fund Board has asked Claren- "upstanding" citizens of the community, it is NOT all alike, we are all com- We are According to Victory fund co-chair Joy bach to serve as a management and policy ad- all an effort to make the point that we are different. Every one of us has their pletely Tomchin of New York, "In his year as our Ex- visor to the Fund during the transition and "normal." hopes and dreams. Every one of us has own ecutive Director, David provided the Victory search process. Instead of focusing on the fact that we are longings for completely different things, but Fund with essential administrative and finan- As members of the Victory Fund delegation all people, and that all people have cultural, are ALL being repressed -- and not just by we cial management and austerity. He has accom- to Chicago during the Democratic National religious, and other differences, this view- others. plished much toward ensuring that the Victory Convention, Clarenbach and Wilson will take point tries to drive home a point that we are all need to be able to have our place in We Fund is a highly successful, effective, and part in joint Gay and Lesbian community ac- just like those who are attacking us. this country, and we won't get that place "at well-run organization with a healthy and sta- tivities. But what happens to those who do not fit the table" by becoming lesbigay clones. ble financial condition. David will be sin- Clarenbach will also participate in activities this stereotype? We are asked to change, to Queers are a very vital and necessary part of cerely missed and the board of directors surrounding the Republican National Conven- conform to the way we should act for the this revolution, and to force us away from you wishes him well." tion in San Diego, including LGBT VOICES "common" good. Or we are forced to remain will only lead you further into the mold that In a phone interview, among many other '96 and the National Log Cabin Club Con- in the background. the religious right is creating for you, a mold things, Clarenbach praised Wilson as a cru- vention. The gay press, local and national, blatantly created in their own image. ignores us or projects us in a negative light. The political groups we have worked for dis- tance themselves from us. The families we have created in the Queer community desert us. 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Packets include pledge Brewing, United Airlines, Wisconsin Energy believe the bishop would deal with them per- "Internal politics, rather than Meunier's per- forms, Walk updates, and tips on collecting Corporation, Aurora health Care, WPS Health sonally." formance, have also been cited as a possible pledges. Insurance, the Milwaukee JoumaUSentinel "Same-sex unions are not supported by the reason for the Board's action." He further Walk planners and organizers have set and TODAY'S TMJ4. V (Evangelical Lutheran Church of America)," states that "as to the real reasons behind Me- 17,000 walkers as the goal of the event. It is The Rev. George Krempin of Grace Lutheran unier's departure from Pridefest, very few expected that the walkers will shatter last MARRIAGE Church in Green Bay said. outside the Board of Directors and Meunier year's fundraising record of $766,464. Continued from Page 1 "Individual pastors who would perform a himself will ever know the truth in its en- Prizes will be awarded to those participants marriage self-sacrificing human love in lifetime part- would not be abiding by the spirit of tirety, and those who do know the truth refuse who collect the most money by September 22, the ELCA's speak out publicly." nerships," it said. practice," Krempin said. to 1996. Prizes will be awarded depending on The Rev. part of the truth and that is why I am "We have not come to that conviction eas- Keith Schroerlucke of Green Bays I know the amount of money collected and turned in First United speaking out publicly. Motives remain un- ily or quickly. Our convictions concerning this Methodist said regional Meth- the day of the Walk. Those raising $100 will odist of Bill's success? or simply issue are rooted in study and prayer. And they leadership has agreed to become a clear. Was it envy receive and AIDS Walk T-shirt; for $250, an "reconciling a power play (Miss Klein denies this in a have deepened as we have witnessed the per- conference." AIDS Walk sweatshirt; for $500, a Ricoh It is a quote in the article)? or was someone prom- sonal struggle and Christian faith in the lives symbolic gesture, saying the confer- Super 35mm camera; for $1,000, a Koss CD ence is "open ised things by persons outside of Pridefest of this congregation's homosexual members." and welcoming of all persons discman with car adapter; and for $2,000, a regardless of who wished to capture the festival for them- Earlier this year, the Rev. Ken Hull of An- sexual orientation in the name Samsung 13" color television. Camera, of Christ." selves, for whatever reason, using Pridefest gel of Hope Metropolitan Community Church discman and television are donated courtesy However, the leaders as the instruments of the capture? in Green Bay performed a union ceremony for official position of the United of American. Methodist Church One thing is certain; this action was not a two couples. The MCC was established for doesn't let pastors perform The top three pledge getters for the entire same-sex unions. "reorganization" as the article infers. It was a Gay and Lesbian Christians. Walk will receive the following prizes: grand "On this issue, long planned capture of power forcing a res- "In the Gay community, we are criticized we, like a lot of churches, prize — two roundtrip tickets to Hawaii on are in process," ignation of Meunier, done after almost all of because people say we're promiscuous, but Schroerlucke said, "and I United Airlines and five nights deluxe hotel don't think we've the real hard work for the festival had been then they say you cannot many," Hull said. heard the final word. We're accommodations courtesy of United Vaca- trying to move as the done by him. Even if a change in leadership The Rev. Joe Leonard of the National spirit leads us." tions; first prize — two roundtrip tickets to was needed, it could have been done after this Council of Churches said nearly every main- San Francisco on United Airlines and three year's event was over, but if the event had line denomination has a segment urging nights first-class hotel accommodations PRIDEFEST been a big success such action might have greater acceptance of Gays and Lesbians. courtesy of Travel Associates; second prize — Continued from Page 4 been more difficult. The person(s) who engi- In the United Church of Christ, Leonard two roundtrip tickets on United Airlines to neered this disgraceful scenario evidently felt said, it is called "open and affirming," among any destination in the contiguous 48 United that they could not take this chance. Baptists it is called "welcoming and affirm- States that United flies. In closing I call for the resignation, at least, ing," and in the United Methodist Church it is enough, on April 1, 1996. It was not restored The day of the Walk begins with a breakfast and Ms. Klein, if for no other known as "reconciling." and on April 13 his powers were taken away. of Ms. Cook at the Italian Community Center. Tickets for this action took place while they "To my knowledge, the only mainline de- Who made the decision not to send the check reason than the breakfast are $50 and can be purchased by were seemingly in control. A real reorgani- nomination that has affirmed same-gender on April Fool's day? The Treasurer? calling the Walk hotline: 1-800-348-WALK. unions is the United Church of Christ," said Ms Klein is quoted in The Wisconsin Light zation, with community participation, could Walk sign-in begins at 10:30 a.m., opening place, possibly at a Town Hall coordinator of the Associa- article as saying: "Bill was never removed then take ceremonies will be held at noon, and the Walk Brenda Moulton, tion of Welcoming and Affirming Baptists of from Pridefest. His duties were delegated." I meeting like the one recently held to begin will begin at 12:30 at the Summerfest the American Baptists Community Churches. have in my possession a copy of a form from the establishment of a community center. grounds. TODAY'S TMJ4's Carole Meekins The Roman Catholic church opposes homo- the Corporations Division of the State of Wis- "The people I admire most are sensitive and will be the emcee for the breakfast, Walk sexual marriage, the Rev. Willie Van De Loo, consin (Report Form 17, a required report un- want to create something or discover some- kickoff, and Walk closing ceremonies. The diocesan vicar for priests, said. der s 181.651 Wisconsin Statutes. The form thing, and do not see life in terms of power." "We wouldn't recognize the union. It had been sent to Christine Klein as desig- E.M. Forster--What I Believe CLASSIFIEDS wouldn't be a sacrament in our sense of the nated Corporate Agent, requiring the names word," he said. and addresses of all Board Members and Of- AIDS RIDE ficers. The other Board Members are all Continued from Page 1 Meunier's name does not ap- Estate listed, but Bill Accomodatious Real pear at all. Obviously, as far as Ms. Klein was concerned, Mr. Meunier was no longer a 60+ ASOs that they fund. Bar For Sale Board Member. Her lover, Ms. Cook, how- Ride coordinators initially projected the Chanticleer Guest House—located on 30 private Milwaukee bar for sale. Tavern. Est. business. ever, is listed as Co-Director (with no one to June ride had raised $4.5 million for the four acres in picturesque Door County, WI. Suites in- Parking lot. Confidential inquires to: Wisconsin Co- with). By the way, the document is dated - bath, en- ASOs in Philadelphia and the two ASOs in clude: double whirlpool, fireplace, private Light, Box 70, 1843 N. Palmer, Milwaukee, WI April 13, 1996 (the same date Bill's duties breakfast to room. For reserva- Washington, with about $2.6 million ear- tertainment center, 53212. Replies will be forwarded. were taken away from him) and signed by tion or color brochure, call Bryon and Darrin at marked for expenses. Christine Klein. The due date for the docu- The ASOs are being asked by Pallotta and (414) 746-0334 Klein ment was June 30, 1996. When did Ms. Associates to come up with $325,000 advance Innat Pine Ridge, a B & B esp. for womyn. Employment Hot become the Registered Agent? With Board money for a similar ride to be held next year. tub, sauna, veg. brunch. Hike, bike. Near Eau Claire. approval? By res. (715)984-2272. Cole stressed the advance money was Architects, the Heyer Hopes Foundation, a non-profit There is other evidence that Ms. Cook ancl prliminary. AIDS organization, is looking for an architect to assist Ms. Klein were making decisions without "That figure is not set in stone. It's still with the design and renderings of a National Mu- consulting the Co-Chair or possibly the rest of being negotiated with Mr. Pallotta," PGN Services Offered seum —Interested architects should contact Stuart C. the Board.. In March of this year a scam let- quotes Cole as saying. Heyer, Founder/Director, at 1-800-799-1227 ter and documents came into PrideFest's The Inquirer, which contacted Pallotta, about Study seeks lesbians for telephone interviews Post Office Box, supposedly addressed to Ms. said that the promoter insisted that the Ride breast exams. feelings and barriers related to Cook as Co-Chair of Pridefest. She and Ms. was successful. The paper reported him as Seeking midwest women Body Confidentiality guaranteed. Improvement Klein were so taken in by the bogus offer saying that the riders had ,"an incredible ex- mammogram in the last over 51 with no cancer & no (with a return address of a Post Office Box in perience" making the trek and that the stage months. Please call 1-800-991-5539 q Carson City, Nevada) of a million dollar do- 13 Penis and Nipple Enlargement was set for an even more successful ride next nation to come to eight local Gay groups that Custom vacuum pumps or surgical. Gain 1-3 year. Bivouac '96 Recruits: they decided to keep the matter a secret as the inches. Permanent, safe. Enhance erection. For FREE Change in orders: scam artist requested. They received the "We really built a foundation for something brochures: Dr. Joel Kaplan, (312) 409-1950. Latest Report to Mission site at 2100. package with its hand written letter and very that can provide a significant flow of in- enlargement ink.. 1-900-976-PUMP ($2.95/m) Information (608) 835-9115 crudely forged documents of support on a come," Pallotta said. Wednesday. By Friday they had contacted Other reports indicate that Pallotta \ in!2. representatives of the other groups requesting shouldn't be so sure of himself. Housing/Rent that they attend a meeting at the AIDS Project At a meeting held July 15 of the Philadel- MOVING Offices on Sunday at 11 a.m. It was revealed phia ASOs involved in the Ride, ActionAIDS, Madison Apartment: Moving? One item or everything, careful, experi- at that meeting that Co-Chair Bill had not which had been responsible for managing 2-spacious 2-Bdrm apts. In 4 unit building. enced, insured. (414) 479-0595 or 230-9916 q even been informed until 9:30 that morning, pledges for the Ride, distributed a budget 1' and T'd Floor, Off street parking included. New an hour and a half before the meeting was to summary that painted a far worse picture than Carpeting. Pets and significant others are welcome start that a meeting had been called. When the one outlined by Cole. $530/month, heat included. Call Mark/Todd (608) Organizations asked why, they stated that "they did not That summary, based on transactions up to 835-9115. trust" Bill to keep the secret. June 30, showed net proceeds for Philadel- phia of just $109,076. Huge bay When I examined the documents carefully National W. 526 Third Floor 1890 Vet Volunteers & Ideas Needed Hurricane Pallotta and Associates, which was repre- gas lights, plaster Productions Womyn's Music & Culture, P.O. late Sunday, it was clear to me that they were windows, HWF, 3 large bdr, antique sented at the meeting, said the figure was KIT and appliances. New Box 71268, Milwaukee, WI 53211. badly done cut-and-paste forgeries, more ceilings, new BA/gourmet "only preliminary," and did not reflect addi- No smoking. No pets. $725/mo. amateur than most kidnap ransom notes. I furnace & C/A. GALANO CLUB. A social club serving the tional revenues that have come in since June (414)964-8224. recovering Gay and Lesbian community. talked to Bill early Monday morning and he Regularly scheduled AA, NA, Al-Anon, ACOA quickly came to the same conclusion and 30. No specifics were given. Quoting an un- New 2 Bedroom Upper with laundry hookup,. NO and other 12-step meetings. Open nightly. 2408 called for a Monday evening meeting at named source, PGN said "It was an ugly dogs. Merrill Park area. Quick, convenient Lisa at N. Farwell Avenue, (414) 276- 6936. PrideFest's office. By the time of that meet- meeting. Nobody laid any money down and 933-0194. q ing, Terry Boughner, Editor of The Wisconsin no contracts were signed. If I were to guess, Personals Light had discovered that the Carson City P. there won't be another bike ride in Philadel- Sleeping Room for Rent 0. Box was that of the Colorado State Prison phia next year. Why should this city be part of where the sender is a prisoner known for a production where the creator (Dan Pallotta) 231 South 2nd Street GWM-36, 5'10", 195 lbs. Looking for friendship or continuing his scams from behind bars. The raises his money, whether you make yours or 1. (Above C'est La Vie) relationship to settle down with. Willing to relocate. group quickly decided not to respond to the not? He has a good thing going." New Paint & Carpets * Very Clean I'm handicapped with speech impairment, but mobile. offer and not to send the almost $1600 worth Heshie Zinman, executive director of the Call (414) 291-9600 Call Mark at (414) 253-0921. of prepaid postage mailing envelopes and Philadelphia Health Alternative, said he was the scam artist that were required "disappointed." GWPM COUPLE- We are looking to meet other supplies to offer in effect. A resolution "Obviously we are concerned about what couples for friendship. Please respond to: Boxholder, by him to put the praising Cook and the final figures will show," Zinman is quoted Box 2432, Brookfield, WI 53008-2432. was passed, however, CLASSIFIEDS' Klein for their professional actions regarding as saying. the offer. James Roberts of the Minority AIDS Project CLASSIFIED ORDERS: Completely fill out this form and mail to WISCONSIN LIGHT, 1843 N. of Philadelphia, demanded that Pallotta re- Palmer, Milwaukee, WI 53212. I told Bill that I did not think it was busi- nesslike to take such an obvious scam at face turn some of his income to Philadelphia. A RATES ARE $2 for each line. Each line can contain up to 42 characters, tincluding spaces). Indicate if letter will be sent to him to this effect, PGN you would like a BOLD HEADLINE of up to three words above your ad for an additional $2.50. Also value without checking it out; certainly it indicate classification under which your ad is to be run. wasn't professional to make important deci- reported. "This whole thing (the AIDS Ride) was a DEADLINE for placing a classified ad in WISCONSIN LIGHT is noon Wednesday prior to sions without consulting the Co-Director. I publication. If you mail your ad we must receive it on or before Wednesday. NO CREDIT or BILLING warned him privately to watch out because I fiasco from the beginning," PGN quotes Rob- SERVICES are offered, and we DO NOT accept any classifieds on the phone for placements or did not see how he could work with people erts as saying. "Money was bled from Phila- renewals. who stated to community leaders that they delphia that should have gone to people with "did not trust" his judgment. One of the signs AIDS. NAME ADDRESS PH.04 of an imminent ousting of leaders is when Roberts organization is slated to receive those who wish to take over treat the leaders about $27,000 from the Ride. Mr? STATE ZIP-COD# "What could we do with that?" Roberts is PLEASE CHECK THE ISSUE[S] IN smog YOU WOULD LIKE YOUR AD TO APPEAR. without respect and see them as too weak, stupid or incompetent to deserve decent quoted as asking. "Buy everybody a ham Aug. 15; Sept. 12; Sept. 26; Oct. 10; Oct 24 treatment; so threatening that any destructive sandwich and maybe a Pepsi to go with it?"