Queer etc

Some thoughts on metaphors for bisexuality, to mark International Celebrate Bisexuality Day.

Memories, metaphor and song, on the death of a friend

Authors speaking, other stuff about books, and some thoughts I had.

Description of the event (having been to it), and some commentary/evaluation, generally positive.

An article by Jon Harley, republished here with permission. Some people have legitimate reasons for wanting or needing privacy; others don’t, but that’s not a good reason to dismiss the whole issue on behalf of everyone.

A follow-up to my previous post about Big Bi Fun Day, and a response to Ian’s comment there.

UK elections today. A quote from David Mitchell in the Observer, and some thoughts of my own.

The section on home-based education from the proposed Children, Schools and Families Bill was ditched in the “wash-up”. Musings on what’s next, including the election, and legislative process in general.

Big Bi Fun Day, Leicester – link to announcement/details page.

On the discounting of first-hand voices in favour of external “experts”. This is an obstacle to determining ethical and effective courses of action. Featuring quotes from Marcus Riggs and Charlotte Cooper, and references to the Children, Schools and Families Bill.

The book Flat Earth News gives an invaluable insight into the present-day news media. Highly recommended for all activists. Quotes and discussion here.

On the last day of the year, a slightly retrospective flavour exploring one theme of my year.