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JUNE 12 2009 S Darcelle XV Honored as Trans Hero Legendary drag pioneer Darcelle XV was honored June 10 by the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, in collaboration with the International Court System, as one of the “Stonewall 40 Trans Heroes” — a list of 40 impersonators, drag queens, transsexuals, drag kings and transgender individuals who have helped to shape the community. The iconic local personality is among a formidable group that includes progressive luminaries RuPaul and author Leslie Feinberg. Darcelle was obviously overjoyed at the announcement. “Wow! I guess if you live long enough, you get involved in everything. It’s really lovely, I’m really proud,” she said. Darcelle’s activism in the gay, lesbian, bi and trans community spans the better part of four decades. Her namesake revue is noted as the longest running drag show in the country. On June 25 a plaque, engraved with the names of all “40 Trans Heroes,” will be placed at New York City’s Stonewall Inn - the site of the infamous, groundbreaking riots. “When I read what [the honor] was really, then it really hit home,” said Darcelle. “It’s marvelous to be recognized among 40 people in the United States of America, in our com munity all over! It’s pretty prestigious to me. We’ve been to Stonewall many times, so it’s kind of fun.” For more information, visit thetaskforce.org. “Don't Ask, Don't Tell“ Appeal Dismissal Prompts Response The United States Supreme Court an nounced on Monday, June 8 that it would not listen to appeals in the case of Pietrange lo v. Gates. The decision marks a Supreme Court siding with the Obama administration regarding the Clinton-era gays in the military implementation of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.” Since the announcement, a nationwide cry from the sexual minorities community has been palpable, including outrage from local organizations. “Basic Rights Oregon is disappointed that the Supreme Court refused to take up the case regarding the military’s discriminatory Affordable, quality health care. Naturally! Call today to schedule an appointment! 503.552.1551 Classical Chinese Medicine 503.552.1552 Click the “clinic" link at Veterans marching in Portland PRIDE. The United States Supreme Court refused to listen to appeals in the case of Pietrangelo v. Gates, because of its position on the “Don't Ask. Don't Tell" policy. ban on lesbian and gay service members,” stated Frank Dixon, BRO board member and former military service member. The appeal came from former Army Cap tain James Pietrangelo II, who was dismissed under “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.” The Supreme Court had earlier thrown out a lawsuit by Pi etrangelo and 11 other veterans, but he was the only one in the group to request the high court rule the policy as unconstitutional. President Obama has indicated that he supports the eventual repeal of the policy, which prohibits homosexual conduct within the ranks of the United States Armed Forces, but has taken no specific action since taking office in January. “The Supreme Court’s decision under scores the urgent need for Congress to repeal ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,”’ continued Dixon. “I hope this will spur more Oregonians to pick up the phone today and call their Represen tatives and Senators to ask them to support the Military Readiness Enhancement Act (HR 1283). “’Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ is the only law in America that requires people to be dishon est about their personal lives or risk being fired or even put in prison. This kind of dis crimination puts American soldiers and our national security at risk.” L aurelhurst ENTISTRY Whether you want to keep your kids fit or maintain your own health and well-being, the doctors and practitioners at NCNM's teaching clinics can help. We use tested, time-honored naturopathic and classical Chinese medicine to treat the cause, not just the symptom, and work with you to help your body heal itself naturally. Naturopathic Medicine MARTY DAVIS WW JUSTOUT COM www.ncnm.edu GENERAL & COSMETIC DENTISTRY Treatment options include: Veneers ❖ Implants ❖ ZOOM whitening # Cerec technology 2520 EAST BURNSIDE, PORTLAND, OR 97214 PH: (503) 233-3622 FX: (503) 233-5882 WWW.LAURELHURSTDENTISTRY.COM From left to right: Sheila Bennett, DMD. Adrienne Fischl, DMD Diane Applegate. DDS, Clarice Johnston, DMD It’s a beautiful thing.
