S
omewhere in the crush of election events of early November,
Just Out quietly slipped into our 22nd year of publishing. No
party, no cakes, no to-do this year. Our efforts were better
served elsewhere. But now, unless you’re a candidate for
governor of Washington, the grime and grit of the election
results have been showered off, and a renewed shine is glowing forth.
Time to shore up and head hack to the front. We’re ready for year 22.
While we didn’t put on a public face this anniversary, behind the
scenes our office is abuzz with new energy and excitement. Just Out is
hustling with an influx of creativity, vision and dynamic motivation.
Part of this comes from new additions to the staff and part from a jug
gling of seasoned veterans. Here’s your up-to-date introduction to your
21st anniversary Just Out staff.
Larry Lewis, in his sixth year here, continues to be the voice of
quiet sanity and reason at Just Out. He’s the calm, cool and capable rock
that holds the sales department in place. (Plus he’s the only one who
knows how to fix the e-mail system.) Under his direction and guidance,
our most excellent sales staff—Kari Tate, Ashley Austin and Larry’s
hubby, Cshea Walker— excel at establishing and maintaining a high
level of personal rapport with our invaluable advertising clients. You’ve
heard me say it before, and you’ll hear it many more times: We are
nothing without our advertisers. We never forget it, and neither should
you. We all need each other. The past year was a tough one for our
community. Politically and economically we took some hard hits. C on
ditions are likely to stay turbulent for a while. Let’s work together to
capitalize on our strengths and continue to build a strong infrastructure.
In the editorial department, Jim Radosta is in his fifth year at Just
Out and now moves from the news desk to arts and culture. Jim is pas
sionate about movies, music, theater, arts, clubs and fluffy pink jackets.
Tirelessly he’s out there mixing it up and taking it all in. He’s got smarts,
opinions, ideas and perspectives, and he’ll he sharing all this with you in
his new column, “Jim’s Closet,” debuting in this very issue. Get ready
for a very good read.
As one new column appears, an old favorite will he leaving. Marc
Acito has announced that, after the Jan. 7 issue, he will no longer he
writing “The Gospel According to Marc.” As he explains, “It’s a bitter-
sweet decision, hut I want to focus all of my attention on my career as a
novelist and screenwriter.” We wish all the best to Marc and excitedly
look forward to the announcement (if who will play him in the movie
version of his recently published novel. Based on a recent appearance
on The Tony Danza Show, I’m voting for the chubby kid from Stand by
• The city o f W est Hollywood is now a reality and is the
first city in the nation to be controlled by a gay-lesbian
m ajority in city government. Santa Monica Boulevard.
W est Hollywood’s main thoroughfare, is lined on
both sides by an estim ated 100 gay-owned bars and
businesses.
• For Gay Pride W eek 1981, the Gay and Lesbian
Alliance o f Douglas County entered a float in the San
Francisco march. The float was a 12-foot utility trailer
decorated w ith a few bales o f hay, three potted trees
representing this area, a stick or two o f locally procured
firewood and an ax. It was pulled by a little Toyota pickup
covered w ith crepe paper.
• KBOO-FM features a gay radio senes The Dec 4
program deals w ith the “ Legal Aspects o f Being Gay"
w ith hosts Alan Coogan, Ben M errill and Cynthia Cumfer.
• Fumerist (fem inist/hum orist) Kate Clinton returns to
Portland for another great evening o f standup comedy
Dec. 9.
• KBOO-FM continues its gay radio series Dec. 25 w ith a
tentatively planned program featunng E Ann Hinds and Paul
S tarr discussing spintuality outside the confines of organized
religion.
Me, Jerry O ’Connell. The actor may have to tone it down a hit, though.
This guy was making Richard Simmons look hutch. His abdomen, how
ever, was amazing. A perfect Acito replica, I’m sure.
Marc, congratulations on the success of the first novel and best wish
es on wherever your path takes you next. And remember, if things don’t
quite work out, I always need delivery drivers at Just Out.
And now—drum roll, please— I’m very delighted to announce that
Sarah Rougher has joined the staff of Just Out as News Editor.
Described by Willamette Week as a “local singer/songwriter/academic/
activist,” this woman brings one mighty impressive Google to Just Out.
Also an adjunct professor in the women’s studies department at Port
land State University, Sarah spends part of her spare time working on a
book about the history of queer graphic design. Hmin, at no time in my
initial interviews with her did I even begin to imply that she would ever
again have spare time in her life. What is she thinking?
Sarah’s musical talents will he on stage Dec. 11 at Mississippi Pizza
Pub, where she’ll perform at a benefit for In Other Words Women’s
Books and Resources. Here at Just Out we’re also breathlessly looking
forward to our annual holiday dinner; Sarah has agreed to do a part of
her Andy Williams tribute act. It’s rumored that she channels Donny
Osmond.
Keeping pace with Sarah’s talent is new Art Director Bonnie
Barrett. This self-described “Jersey girl” has been in Portland for two-
plus years, and she also brings a stunningly impressive resume and work
ethic to Just Out. Her past design work includes a stint at Girlfriends
magazine and time spent designing artsy props on Late Show with David
Letterman. Look for great things to come from the mind and vision of
Bonnie Barrett. Under her guidance, we enter our 22nd year with
visions of new logos and redesigns dancing in our heads.
Rounding out the editorial and production team are Staff Writer
Meg Daly and Production Assistant Zanne dejanvier. Meg brings to us
all great heart and sensitivity and the ability to write brilliantly about
absolutely anything and anyone. Zanne is the mastennind behind the
witticisms tucked in between the classified ads at the hack of the paper.
She brings value to even the smallest space in the paper. You owe it to
yourself to lcxrk for her work.
So there you have it, 21 years old and getting better by the day. My
heartfelt thanks to the staff, our free-lance writers, the advertisers and
all our wonderful readers. Together we are nothing short of great.
And finally, speaking of nothing short of great, happy birthday,
Darcelle XV. J H
• Portraying a side o f Christmas many o f us
forget to look at, or don’t want to see. the
Fallen Angel Choir begins its ninth season of
satirical Christm as caroling in the Portland
area. This four-woman a cappella group
emerges annually the day after Thanksgiving
to poke fun at the commercialism o f
Christmas and to sing about the realities of
seasonal "good tidings and joy." Original
founder Judith Rizzio portrays Tilly, a
cantankerous bag lady who disdains the
upper crust but loves children.
• The Lesbian Forum meets for a talent
show, holiday party and dessert potiuck
Dec. 18. Talented women should call
W illow to sign up.
• 'W om an of Courage" for 1984, Rosa
Louise Parks, broke a segregation law
Dec 1, 1955, in Montgomery, Ala. She
refused to give up her seat on a bus to
a w hite man as ordered by the bus
driver: she was arrested and jailed
Parks action changed the course of
history in the United States.
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24 PINK MARTINI AND THE BRAIN
Inside the beautiful mind and music of
Thomas Lauderdale
NEWS
8-17 NORTHWEST
Mopping up after the passage of Measure 36;
gay doctor opens STD clinic in Southwest
Portland; Eugene mayor and mayor-elect affirm
protections for queer city residents; Beaverton
City Council unanimously supports equal rights
19-21 NATIONAL
McGreevey steps down as New Jersey gover
nor; national election roundup; National Gay
and Lesbian Task Force looks to the future at
meeting in St. Louis; call for boycott against
Florida reggae festival
22-23 WORLD
Gay Uzbek journalist granted asylum in the
U.S.; teen gang murders gay man in London
ARTS AND CULTURE
34-35 FILM
Kinsey; Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason;
Hard Goodbyes: My Father; The Machinist;
The SfxmgeBob SquarePants Movie
37 MUSIC
Le Tigre moves up in the world
39 PEOPLE
Patrick Califia explodes the gender binary
41 THEATER
Tony Kushner parallels Nazi Germany and
GOP America
43 SPORTS
Portland Avalanche wraps up fall season
45 DIVERSIONS
Gay furniture designer in the spotlight;
Diva’s damn grand exit; Pageant
OLUMNS
33 MS. BEHAVIOR
Fiancé doesn’t want his family goin’ to
the chapel
36 EPIQUEEREAN
LoBu gets its foodie groove on
44 JIM ’S CLOSET
In great company
46 THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO MARC
Learning your ABCs and STDs
PUBLISHER & MANAGING EDITOR
Marty Davis
NEWS EDITOR
Sarah Dougher
ARTS AND CULTURE EDITOR
Jim Radosta
STAFF WRITER
Meg Daly
ADVERTISING DIRECTOR
Larry Lewis
ADVERTISING REPRESENTATIVES
Kari Tate, Ashley Austin, Cshea Walker
ART DIRECTOR
Bonnie Barrett
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
Zanne deJanvier
CONTRIBUTORS
Marc Acito. Kathy Beige, Stephen Blair,
Meryl Cohn, Evan James. Kevin Moore,
Gary Morris, Bob Roehr, Floyd Sklaver,
Cori Taratoot, Rex Wockner
DISTRIBUTION
Kristine Ashton, Allison Benn,
Lisa Benson, Brian Boucher, Bob Terry
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