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MARCH 16. 2007 JUStOUt, 5 letters Dedicated to Tim domestic violence in the queer community [“Help Geffen, the Choices program was mentioned as a To the E ditor : at Hand,” Feb. 16J. resource for offenders. Stop Abuse for Everyone Therefore, of course this writer doesn’t speak for all of us. I used to listen to Charlie FM’s [KYCH 97.1] 1 appreciate the care taken in the way the (www.safe4all.org) provides resources for all victims I have worked with several hundred trans peo morning show because of the personalities, Dr. Doug article was presented as well as the research put in of intimate partner violence. SAFE is a 501(c)3 non ple at this point in my career as a therapist. A few and Skippy. However, 1 stopped listening shortly to get various perspectives and to provide some of profit human rights agency with a mission that dic would agree with the author of the letter you after Valentine’s Day because 1 feel they weren’t hon the most relevant resources. In particular, I’m so tates “no victim he left behind.” It is important that referred to in your editorial. More do still identify oring their word on playing everything. I requested glad you talked with the Humane Society and were the public is aware of all the services and of the par as trans, in some fashion, well into their transition “Miracles” by Pet Shop Boys to be dedicated to my able to let people know that they are out there to ticular agencies that are inclusive, regardless of age, processes. 1 do myself. 1 am not the same person boyfriend, Tim. When the day came, I did not hear help, too. I have a dog and know that our animals gender, race or sexual orientation. All victims deserve 1 would have been had I been born male. The my song, nor did 1 get any e-mails about why they are extremely important; it’s so reassuring to know assistance, and all perpetrators should receive the female socialization I received, the 22 years 1 spent chose not to play my dedication. that there are options when we need them. most appropriate and effective intervention. living as a lesbian, the effect of 41 years living in an A few days later, the station played a dedication Nobody likes to think of their loved ones being to a straight couple. My question is, “Why is it that hurt by those who are supposed to care about them. S heila S mith more recently in a testosterone-based body—all straight person’s dedication was played and mine But knowing where to find help can make a world Stop Abuse for Everyone these in combination have shaped who I am. was not?” The only conclusion is that they do not of difference—especially in the LGBTQ communi like to play dedications to gay couples. ty, where past experiences or fear can leave us Points of Uncommonality as “just a man.” But I doubt it. I’m 51 now, and believing that there’s nowhere to turn. Thanks To the E ditor : don’t think 1’11 live long enough that rrfy early life K en S chram again for spreading the word! Portland Somewhere to Turn Bradley-Angle House, 1 just want to thank Malka Geffen for taking the time to focus on the issue of » * uvmwvif'c * Bunnes Directory Between The Pages BLOG OUT • Leonard Takes Resolution to Council Calendar of Events Arts B Culture Page 3 experiences won’t continue to contribute to my sense of identity. I’ll always be trans. But that’s me. people?” in wanting to drop the words “trans" or 1 will'never claim ownership of any of the defini Bradley-Angle House “tranny" and just refer to “men" and “women.” tions associated with transgender identities. We all r r r Safe Options 1 transitioned out of the lesbian community some To the E ditor : 10 years ago. At that time I used to joke, “Ask four In reading the excellent article by Malka Vi wyvi> a J" juttoutpersonal« Resources In Marty Davis’ Feb. 16 editorial, “Slam Dunk,” she asks, “Does this writer speak for all trans This might as well be a rhetorical question. On behalf of myself and my co-workers at Photo Gallery It might be that someday 1 will think of myself M elissa A dams To the E ditor : orí vuty life <-UO * estrogen-based body and the 10 years I’ve lived • World AIDS Day 2006 • Human Rights Campaign on Holiday Shopping College Send your letters, wedding announcements, transitions, or submit your events online at vwww.justout.com live this path differently. So, 1 suppose we do have that in common. lesbians a controversial question and you’ll get five R eid V anderburgh answers.” I thought there was no more diverse Portland community than the lesbian community. However, CORRECTIONS ask four trans people a controversial question and you’ll get six answers. This is a group of folks who The March 2 newsbrief “Offering Treasures have nothing in common other than some degree Today” included erroneous contact information for of not resonating with the gender assigned them at Yesterday and Tomorrow. The business is located at birth. There is no other point of commonality—not 7506 N. Albina Ave., on the corner of North sexuality, political affiliation, religion, class, educa Lombard Street and North Albina Avenue. The tional level, ethnicity, gender identity. You name it, phone number is 503-459-3230. Just Out regrets the we don’t have it in common. error.
