Editorial

Editorial

By The Seattle Lesbian
February 8, 2018
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Editorial
When my relationship with my long-term girlfriend came to an end, so did a part of me that existed when we were together. She was my first real girlfriend. ...
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By The Seattle Lesbian
December 27, 2017
Krystal Marx campaign photo with her family.
Editorial
I wish I could say that my decision to run for local office had a loftier beginning, but I have heard that people don’t like it when their elected officials lie. To that end, I want to share with you what it was like to decide to run. ...
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By Sarah Toce, Editor-in-Chief
December 6, 2017
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I’m sure many of us have thought this same sentiment: “She can rest while the girls nap.” Except that’s not the reality when you’re a nanny. You’re preparing food, bottles, cleaning - and, god forbid - taking the opportunity to visit the bathroom alone. ...
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By The Seattle Lesbian
November 30, 2017
Senator Gayle Goldin (left) attends a bill signing with Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo (center).
Editorial Politics
As a Rhode Island state senator, I know I’m already judged by the clothes I wear, the tone of my voice, and whether I'm likable enough. I'm expected to be a fierce champion and a team player—all while wearing lipstick and nice shoes. ...
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By The Seattle Lesbian
October 26, 2017
Julia-Grace Sanders
Editorial
As an adult, I’m passionate about the outdoors and I can’t help but get a little angsty that my Boy Scouts education was cut short at the soap-carving unit. ...
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By The Seattle Lesbian
September 28, 2017
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Instagram: We're continuing to provide mental health resources to you when you need them most. If you see someone going through a difficult time or in need of support during a live broadcast, you can report it anonymously. ...
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By Jill Mullins-Cannon
August 6, 2017
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Editorial Politics
Maintaining a tradition of issuing cases impacting the LGBTQ community on June 26, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its decision in Pavan v. Smith, upholding the requirement outlined in Obergefell (the case that banned marriage discrimination based on sexual orientation/gender) that birth and death certificates reflect the same-sex spouse. ...
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By Sarah Toce, Editor-in-Chief
July 14, 2017
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Editorial Health
Americans may have the edge on Olympic medals, fast food chains and Broadway musicals, but we’re severely lacking in the parental leave department. ...
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By The Seattle Lesbian
December 15, 2016
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Editorial
The Lesbian Avengers were launched almost 25 years ago during another wave of anti-gay and white supremacist hate. ...
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By The Seattle Lesbian
December 8, 2016
Susan Johnson
Health
In order to choose a health plan, you’ll probably want to gather additional information, which will help you choose a plan which best fits your needs. ...
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