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Does Ken Mehlman's coming out reflect progress on social issues within the GOP?
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Jada Arrington
student
North Philadelphia
“Yes, I think the Republicans are getting more comfortable with diversity. Cheney’s daughter is a lesbian. Sarah Palin’s daughter gave birth out of wedlock. Whether they like it or not, Republicans are being forced to accept diversity. This gentleman is the latest example.”
student
North Philadelphia
“Yes, I think the Republicans are getting more comfortable with diversity. Cheney’s daughter is a lesbian. Sarah Palin’s daughter gave birth out of wedlock. Whether they like it or not, Republicans are being forced to accept diversity. This gentleman is the latest example.”
Paul Rowe
bartender
Pennsauken, N.J.
“No, Republicans are still lagging behind the times. They’ve always opposed LGBT rights. It’s going to take more than one person coming out to change the homophobia within the party. It’s a shame he didn’t do this earlier, when he had more influence over policy.”
bartender
Pennsauken, N.J.
“No, Republicans are still lagging behind the times. They’ve always opposed LGBT rights. It’s going to take more than one person coming out to change the homophobia within the party. It’s a shame he didn’t do this earlier, when he had more influence over policy.”
Joshua Maletto
insurance-claims adjuster
Fitler Square
“As a Republican, I would hope it shows a change. I think it reflects a slow, small change that eventually will grow. But it won’t happen overnight. I’m more liberal than most of my fellow party members.”
insurance-claims adjuster
Fitler Square
“As a Republican, I would hope it shows a change. I think it reflects a slow, small change that eventually will grow. But it won’t happen overnight. I’m more liberal than most of my fellow party members.”
Alex Sheidler
teacher
Washington Square West
“Not necessarily. I think it’s his personal choice, and we shouldn’t read anything more into it. His coming out hasn’t changed my perspective on the Republican Party. It will be interesting to see how he’s treated. I don’t have a lot of optimism that the Republican Party will welcome him with open arms.”
teacher
Washington Square West
“Not necessarily. I think it’s his personal choice, and we shouldn’t read anything more into it. His coming out hasn’t changed my perspective on the Republican Party. It will be interesting to see how he’s treated. I don’t have a lot of optimism that the Republican Party will welcome him with open arms.”
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Should Obama issue a moratorium on gay military discharges until "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" is resolved?
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![<b>Harry Finnimore</b><br>
<i>laborer<br>
Rittenhouse Square<br>
“Yes, he should do it now. Sexual preference isn’t a valid reason to prevent someone from serving [in the military]. It’s a waste of time and money to go after gays and lesbians. If Congress decides to keep the policy, then at some point the discharges can begin again. But they shouldn’t be retroactive.”</i>](http://matchbin-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/public/sites/357/assets/53IJ_Finnimore__Harry_byTimothyC.jpg "<b>Harry Finnimore</b><br>
<i>laborer<br>
Rittenhouse Square<br>
“Yes, he should do it now. Sexual preference isn’t a valid reason to prevent someone from serving [in the military]. It’s a waste of time and money to go after gays and lesbians. If Congress decides to keep the policy, then at some point the discharges can begin again. But they shouldn’t be retroactive.”</i>")
Harry Finnimore
laborer
Rittenhouse Square
“Yes, he should do it now. Sexual preference isn’t a valid reason to prevent someone from serving [in the military]. It’s a waste of time and money to go after gays and lesbians. If Congress decides to keep the policy, then at some point the discharges can begin again. But they shouldn’t be retroactive.”
laborer
Rittenhouse Square
“Yes, he should do it now. Sexual preference isn’t a valid reason to prevent someone from serving [in the military]. It’s a waste of time and money to go after gays and lesbians. If Congress decides to keep the policy, then at some point the discharges can begin again. But they shouldn’t be retroactive.”
![<b>Kirk Healy</b><br>
<i>medical salesperson<br>
Conshohocken<br>
“Yes. Put the discharges on hold. The policy is silly. While I understand the hillbilly mentality, I don’t agree with it. Sexual preference should be the least of the military’s concerns. We have two wars going on. We need people [to serve].”</i>](http://matchbin-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/public/sites/357/assets/G8KG_Healy__Kirk_byTimothyCwiek.jpg "<b>Kirk Healy</b><br>
<i>medical salesperson<br>
Conshohocken<br>
“Yes. Put the discharges on hold. The policy is silly. While I understand the hillbilly mentality, I don’t agree with it. Sexual preference should be the least of the military’s concerns. We have two wars going on. We need people [to serve].”</i>")
Kirk Healy
medical salesperson
Conshohocken
“Yes. Put the discharges on hold. The policy is silly. While I understand the hillbilly mentality, I don’t agree with it. Sexual preference should be the least of the military’s concerns. We have two wars going on. We need people [to serve].”
medical salesperson
Conshohocken
“Yes. Put the discharges on hold. The policy is silly. While I understand the hillbilly mentality, I don’t agree with it. Sexual preference should be the least of the military’s concerns. We have two wars going on. We need people [to serve].”
Beth Kane
server
South Philadelphia
“Yes. People are losing their jobs for no good reason. I don’t think who you have sex with should matter on your job. It could take a long time for Congress or the courts to act. The situation requires prompt action from Obama.”
server
South Philadelphia
“Yes. People are losing their jobs for no good reason. I don’t think who you have sex with should matter on your job. It could take a long time for Congress or the courts to act. The situation requires prompt action from Obama.”
![<b>Darien Marshall</b><br>
<i>writer<br>
Washington Square West<br>
“Yes, Obama needs to go in there and stop [discharges], because it’s wrong. Delaying the process only prolongs the agony. We shouldn’t have to wait another minute. Opponents of gays and lesbians need to get over it.”</i>](http://matchbin-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/public/sites/357/assets/3IOR_Marshall__Darien_byTimothyC.jpg "<b>Darien Marshall</b><br>
<i>writer<br>
Washington Square West<br>
“Yes, Obama needs to go in there and stop [discharges], because it’s wrong. Delaying the process only prolongs the agony. We shouldn’t have to wait another minute. Opponents of gays and lesbians need to get over it.”</i>")
Darien Marshall
writer
Washington Square West
“Yes, Obama needs to go in there and stop [discharges], because it’s wrong. Delaying the process only prolongs the agony. We shouldn’t have to wait another minute. Opponents of gays and lesbians need to get over it.”
writer
Washington Square West
“Yes, Obama needs to go in there and stop [discharges], because it’s wrong. Delaying the process only prolongs the agony. We shouldn’t have to wait another minute. Opponents of gays and lesbians need to get over it.”
Will the overturning of Proposition 8 be upheld in the appellate process?
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Drew Hodgson
graphic designer
Los Angeles
“It’s an exciting ruling, and I’m hoping to get married in California with my partner. My heart tells me the ruling will be upheld, but my head tells me otherwise. George W. Bush ensured that the Supreme Court is very conservative. It’s possible that the court will rule against marriage equality, unfortunately."
graphic designer
Los Angeles
“It’s an exciting ruling, and I’m hoping to get married in California with my partner. My heart tells me the ruling will be upheld, but my head tells me otherwise. George W. Bush ensured that the Supreme Court is very conservative. It’s possible that the court will rule against marriage equality, unfortunately."
Anthony Jackson
valet
Burlington, N.J.
“The Supreme Court won’t go so far as to make marriage a national right for gays and lesbians. But it will let the ruling remain in California, as a compromise. They’ll try to appeal to everyone. Of course you can’t make everyone happy. But that’s how the Supreme Court will settle it.”
valet
Burlington, N.J.
“The Supreme Court won’t go so far as to make marriage a national right for gays and lesbians. But it will let the ruling remain in California, as a compromise. They’ll try to appeal to everyone. Of course you can’t make everyone happy. But that’s how the Supreme Court will settle it.”
Benjamin Rapkin
student
Hillsborough, N.J.
“Yes, we’ve come this far. I believe the Supreme Court will make it national. The law is on the side of the gays and lesbians. Judges will reject the prejudice, and rule according to the law.”
student
Hillsborough, N.J.
“Yes, we’ve come this far. I believe the Supreme Court will make it national. The law is on the side of the gays and lesbians. Judges will reject the prejudice, and rule according to the law.”
Jena Vela
server
South Philadelphia
“Yes, it has a good shot. The political climate of the country is very supportive of marriage equality. Middle America is seeing more examples of loving same-sex couples. It remains to be seen whether the Supreme Court will reflect the changing times. But I’m optimistic.”
server
South Philadelphia
“Yes, it has a good shot. The political climate of the country is very supportive of marriage equality. Middle America is seeing more examples of loving same-sex couples. It remains to be seen whether the Supreme Court will reflect the changing times. But I’m optimistic.”
Did the Sherrod flap alter your opinion of the Obama administration's commitment to minority rights?
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Zachary Gray
canvasser
Washington Square West
"I never thought the administration was all that committed to minority rights. I'm very concerned about the limits it's placed on women's reproductive freedom. Somebody screwed up by firing Shirley Sherrod. But I'm reserving judgment as to the scope of the problem."
Russell Langley
musician
South Philadelphia
"It makes me a little wary of Obama. If you're going to fire somebody, you should look into it carefully before taking such drastic action. The administration drops just a notch in my estimation. But I don't blame Obama personally."
Anders Larson
student
South Philadelphia
"I don't question the sincerity of Obama's commitment to minority rights. But political expediency comes first with him. Most presidents would get rid of a person that's seen as politically damaging. This doesn't change my view of Obama or his administration."
Amy Miskovsky
nursing student
Washington Square West
"The president shouldn't rely on a media source, Fox News, that's not known to be impartial. It was surprising to me that Obama made such a poor and rash decision. But that doesn't necessarily reflect a lack of commitment to minority rights."
Will Obama appeal the ruling overturning DOMA?
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Theresa Jones
nurse
West Philadelphia
“No. I think Obama is a fair person. He has bigger fish to fry than to pick a fight with this ruling. There are so many bad things in the world: starvation, poor education, pedophiles. Why would he impose on individuals’ happiness?"
nurse
West Philadelphia
“No. I think Obama is a fair person. He has bigger fish to fry than to pick a fight with this ruling. There are so many bad things in the world: starvation, poor education, pedophiles. Why would he impose on individuals’ happiness?"
Crystal Peton
student
Bensalem
“I think he’ll leave the ruling alone. I get the impression he’s liberal enough to let this gay-rights victory stand. I can’t be more definite, because it’s still early in his administration and he hasn’t shown exactly where he stands.”
student
Bensalem
“I think he’ll leave the ruling alone. I get the impression he’s liberal enough to let this gay-rights victory stand. I can’t be more definite, because it’s still early in his administration and he hasn’t shown exactly where he stands.”
Joey Rosenwald
student
West Philadelphia
“He’ll probably let it happen the way it is. I don’t think Obama will go out of his way to interfere with the judge’s ruling. He’s been supportive on other gay issues. He has more integrity than most politicians, and realizes that marriage is a fundamental right for people.”
student
West Philadelphia
“He’ll probably let it happen the way it is. I don’t think Obama will go out of his way to interfere with the judge’s ruling. He’s been supportive on other gay issues. He has more integrity than most politicians, and realizes that marriage is a fundamental right for people.”
Tierney Standring
student
Portsmouth, N.H.
“No, I think he might take a risk. He hasn’t made many concrete advances so far. I hope he doesn’t try to take away from an advance already in place. This is something tangible he can hold on to. But as a president, he’ll also consider his re-election possibilities.”
student
Portsmouth, N.H.
“No, I think he might take a risk. He hasn’t made many concrete advances so far. I hope he doesn’t try to take away from an advance already in place. This is something tangible he can hold on to. But as a president, he’ll also consider his re-election possibilities.”
Would a boycott of Hawaii help bring about civil unions?
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Michael Anticoli
server
South Philadelphia
“No, it would be a waste of time. People wouldn’t pay attention, with everything else going on in the world. It wouldn’t get much publicity. Also, the oil spill limits our options for a vacation. Hawaii is still a viable option.”
server
South Philadelphia
“No, it would be a waste of time. People wouldn’t pay attention, with everything else going on in the world. It wouldn’t get much publicity. Also, the oil spill limits our options for a vacation. Hawaii is still a viable option.”
Ellie Ruttenberg
student
Rittenhouse Square
“No. It’s a little far-fetched, and seems retaliatory — not very productive. I think it’s unfortunate, definitely, that civil unions were vetoed by the governor in Hawaii. I just hope there’s a more productive way to make civil unions possible.”
student
Rittenhouse Square
“No. It’s a little far-fetched, and seems retaliatory — not very productive. I think it’s unfortunate, definitely, that civil unions were vetoed by the governor in Hawaii. I just hope there’s a more productive way to make civil unions possible.”
Jesse James
dancer
Asheville, N.C.
“No. While I understand the desire for a boycott, I question its effectiveness. A boycott would have an adverse affect on the queer community in Hawaii. My focus would be on protecting the queer community. A boycott has the potential of alienating that community, and hurting their livelihood.”
dancer
Asheville, N.C.
“No. While I understand the desire for a boycott, I question its effectiveness. A boycott would have an adverse affect on the queer community in Hawaii. My focus would be on protecting the queer community. A boycott has the potential of alienating that community, and hurting their livelihood.”
Benjamin Williams
yoga instructor
Asheville, N.C.
“No. There’s a lot of wonderful things about Hawaii, wonderful people. It’s one of the coolest states, in my opinion. The governor’s actions don’t reflect the views of the population as a whole. Don’t punish the state for the actions of one person.”>/i>
yoga instructor
Asheville, N.C.
“No. There’s a lot of wonderful things about Hawaii, wonderful people. It’s one of the coolest states, in my opinion. The governor’s actions don’t reflect the views of the population as a whole. Don’t punish the state for the actions of one person.”>/i>
Should minority rights be subject to voter referendum?
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Maurice Gooding
furniture installer
Southwest Philadelphia
“Yes. I do support voters’ rights, and government of the people. I just don’t like it when gay rights are trampled on. But that’s the way it is. The harder we push, the harder the right wing will push back. We have to learn to live with it.”
furniture installer
Southwest Philadelphia
“Yes. I do support voters’ rights, and government of the people. I just don’t like it when gay rights are trampled on. But that’s the way it is. The harder we push, the harder the right wing will push back. We have to learn to live with it.”
Halimah Marcus
grant writer
West Philadelphia
“Yes and no. I’m interested in opportunities for direct democracy. If the popular vote decided the outcome of the 2000 election, we wouldn’t have gotten stuck with George W. Bush. But the utopia idea of direct democracy is a false promise when the majority is often better organized and funded.”
grant writer
West Philadelphia
“Yes and no. I’m interested in opportunities for direct democracy. If the popular vote decided the outcome of the 2000 election, we wouldn’t have gotten stuck with George W. Bush. But the utopia idea of direct democracy is a false promise when the majority is often better organized and funded.”
Nathan Wilson
artist
West Philadelphia
“Not when it comes to civil rights. Elected officials should be making these decisions rather than individuals. We elect politicians to interpret the laws, so let them do their jobs. Also, there can be a lot of obstacles placed in the voting process that skew the results.”
artist
West Philadelphia
“Not when it comes to civil rights. Elected officials should be making these decisions rather than individuals. We elect politicians to interpret the laws, so let them do their jobs. Also, there can be a lot of obstacles placed in the voting process that skew the results.”
Jason Olevski
construction worker
South Philadelphia
“No. I don’t trust the majority to act in an unbiased way when it comes to minority rights. There’s too much temptation in the privacy of a voting both to let your prejudices kick in. That invalidates the system.”
construction worker
South Philadelphia
“No. I don’t trust the majority to act in an unbiased way when it comes to minority rights. There’s too much temptation in the privacy of a voting both to let your prejudices kick in. That invalidates the system.”
Who is the biggest impediment to LGBT rights?
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Rose Koslosky
student
Manayunk
“Sarah Palin. She’s a very visible woman who opposes same-sex marriage. I consider her to be a political puppet of the right wing. For the most part, she doesn’t know what she’s talking about. I just wish she’d open up to the LGBT people, because her policies are affecting them.”
student
Manayunk
“Sarah Palin. She’s a very visible woman who opposes same-sex marriage. I consider her to be a political puppet of the right wing. For the most part, she doesn’t know what she’s talking about. I just wish she’d open up to the LGBT people, because her policies are affecting them.”
Patricia Morency
customer-service representative
Washington Square West
“The Rev. Fred Phelps. His hate for gay people knows no bounds. He terrorizes vulnerable members of the LGBT community, which hampers their ability to be active in the movement. I just wish he would find something better to do with his gifts.”
customer-service representative
Washington Square West
“The Rev. Fred Phelps. His hate for gay people knows no bounds. He terrorizes vulnerable members of the LGBT community, which hampers their ability to be active in the movement. I just wish he would find something better to do with his gifts.”
Kurt Stamm
artistic director
New York City
“Ann Coulter. She spews negative energy about the LGBT community that, unfortunately, many people buy into. She always puts us in the worst light possible. She’s an extreme example of antigay rhetoric that I don’t need to hear.”
artistic director
New York City
“Ann Coulter. She spews negative energy about the LGBT community that, unfortunately, many people buy into. She always puts us in the worst light possible. She’s an extreme example of antigay rhetoric that I don’t need to hear.”
Lawrence Pemberton
student
Washington Square West
“Bill O’Reilly. He’s a hatemonger. He bullies people, including gay people. There’s got to be something better for the airwaves than him talking shit. He uses hype, and counts on people’s ignorance to get them on his side.”
student
Washington Square West
“Bill O’Reilly. He’s a hatemonger. He bullies people, including gay people. There’s got to be something better for the airwaves than him talking shit. He uses hype, and counts on people’s ignorance to get them on his side.”
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« John L wrote on Tuesday, Jul 06 at 02:54 PM »
Alan I agree. Hospitality is a thing of the past.
Alan
I am so surprised to see your name. You may remember me from about 30 years ago. A college kid from Scranton you met at Gatsby's. I would love to get in touch
Alan
I am so surprised to see your name. You may remember me from about 30 years ago. A college kid from Scranton you met at Gatsby's. I would love to get in touch
« Alan Spezzano wrote on Friday, Jul 02 at 05:07 PM »
Goodbye Woody's
As it is I find it insulting the city charges $3.00 for 2 hours of parking, recently I had lunch at a bar called Woody's. I asked the bartender (no Neck) for some quarters for the meter. His response to me was they only deal in dollars and to go to the restaurant "they may have quarters" "aren't you parked at a kiosk" I abruptly left never to waste my money their again. Stick to the Venture Inn where hospitality is the best.
As it is I find it insulting the city charges $3.00 for 2 hours of parking, recently I had lunch at a bar called Woody's. I asked the bartender (no Neck) for some quarters for the meter. His response to me was they only deal in dollars and to go to the restaurant "they may have quarters" "aren't you parked at a kiosk" I abruptly left never to waste my money their again. Stick to the Venture Inn where hospitality is the best.
What's your ideal summer getaway?
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![<b>Tonya Bridges</b><br>
<i>job coach<br>
Mt. Airy<br>
“Bermuda. I’m craving the beach, the clear blue ocean. Philly is getting on my nerves. I’ve been praying I’ll get to Bermuda before the [Gulf Coast] oil spill does. The news has been awful. It’s very upsetting.”</b>](http://matchbin-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/public/sites/357/assets/Bridges__Tonya_byTimothyCwi.jpg "<b>Tonya Bridges</b><br>
<i>job coach<br>
Mt. Airy<br>
“Bermuda. I’m craving the beach, the clear blue ocean. Philly is getting on my nerves. I’ve been praying I’ll get to Bermuda before the [Gulf Coast] oil spill does. The news has been awful. It’s very upsetting.”</b>")
Tonya Bridges
job coach
Mt. Airy
“Bermuda. I’m craving the beach, the clear blue ocean. Philly is getting on my nerves. I’ve been praying I’ll get to Bermuda before the [Gulf Coast] oil spill does. The news has been awful. It’s very upsetting.”
job coach
Mt. Airy
“Bermuda. I’m craving the beach, the clear blue ocean. Philly is getting on my nerves. I’ve been praying I’ll get to Bermuda before the [Gulf Coast] oil spill does. The news has been awful. It’s very upsetting.”
Erin Kuhls
advertising executive
Northern Liberties
“Tuscany, Italy. The wine, food and scenery are spectacular. Second choice would be England. It has so much history: The country is much older than ours. And they speak English, so you can avoid the language barrier. That’s a definite benefit.”
advertising executive
Northern Liberties
“Tuscany, Italy. The wine, food and scenery are spectacular. Second choice would be England. It has so much history: The country is much older than ours. And they speak English, so you can avoid the language barrier. That’s a definite benefit.”
Clint Shultz
store clerk
Washington Square West
“San Diego. I like the beach-bum attitude that’s prevalent there. It’s a very relaxing atmosphere. The people aren’t uptight. And the weather is great — always in the 60s, sunny, with low humidity.”
store clerk
Washington Square West
“San Diego. I like the beach-bum attitude that’s prevalent there. It’s a very relaxing atmosphere. The people aren’t uptight. And the weather is great — always in the 60s, sunny, with low humidity.”
Robin Friend Stift
actor
Center City
“Greece. All of modern culture originated in Greece. So, naturally, I have a curiosity to experience the area. And I’d enjoy sailing the Mediterranean. Also, I’m an actor. Greece is where theater started. So I’d like to visit the Dionysian theater, where it all began.”
actor
Center City
“Greece. All of modern culture originated in Greece. So, naturally, I have a curiosity to experience the area. And I’d enjoy sailing the Mediterranean. Also, I’m an actor. Greece is where theater started. So I’d like to visit the Dionysian theater, where it all began.”
Have you been educated adequately about HIV/AIDS?
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Marc Caglia
casting director
Orlando, Fla.
“No. Why is there no vaccine to prevent it, and no cure after you acquire it? I’d like to see more public education to inform people about any advances or break-throughs taking place.”
casting director
Orlando, Fla.
“No. Why is there no vaccine to prevent it, and no cure after you acquire it? I’d like to see more public education to inform people about any advances or break-throughs taking place.”
Keith Smith
human-resources manager
Orlando, Fla.
“No. I have questions about the medications we hear about. Are they effective? I’d appreciate updates on the subject. You hear a lot about breast-cancer awareness, but nothing about AIDS. There should be more proactive outreach and education.”
human-resources manager
Orlando, Fla.
“No. I have questions about the medications we hear about. Are they effective? I’d appreciate updates on the subject. You hear a lot about breast-cancer awareness, but nothing about AIDS. There should be more proactive outreach and education.”
![<b>Suzee Hankinson</b><br>
<i>events planner<br>
Bella Vista<br>
“Yes, I keep myself informed. Fortunately, it’s not a personal issue for me. So I don’t immerse myself in the [AIDS] literature. But I don’t participate in risky behaviors. I keep it in the back of my mind when I’m in dating situations.”</i>](http://matchbin-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/public/sites/357/assets/Hankinson__Suzee_byTimothyC.jpg "<b>Suzee Hankinson</b><br>
<i>events planner<br>
Bella Vista<br>
“Yes, I keep myself informed. Fortunately, it’s not a personal issue for me. So I don’t immerse myself in the [AIDS] literature. But I don’t participate in risky behaviors. I keep it in the back of my mind when I’m in dating situations.”</i>")
Suzee Hankinson
events planner
Bella Vista
“Yes, I keep myself informed. Fortunately, it’s not a personal issue for me. So I don’t immerse myself in the [AIDS] literature. But I don’t participate in risky behaviors. I keep it in the back of my mind when I’m in dating situations.”
events planner
Bella Vista
“Yes, I keep myself informed. Fortunately, it’s not a personal issue for me. So I don’t immerse myself in the [AIDS] literature. But I don’t participate in risky behaviors. I keep it in the back of my mind when I’m in dating situations.”
Dara Perry
art student
Center City
“Enough to keep myself safe. My high school didn’t teach me anything about it, but my parents did. There’s a lot that’s unknown. The experts need to work harder to come up with answers. After 30 years, we need to end AIDS.”
art student
Center City
“Enough to keep myself safe. My high school didn’t teach me anything about it, but my parents did. There’s a lot that’s unknown. The experts need to work harder to come up with answers. After 30 years, we need to end AIDS.”