Ladlad Partylist

I have huge respect for the organizers of Ladlad, starting with their
books. The homophobes out there are missing a lot in not liking
these people. They are fun, witty and they generally have good taste
on the good life.

So here is my way of supporting them. Read on.

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Dear Friends Far and Near,

I am inviting you to donate a work or attend and buy something at the Ang
Ladlad auction of paintings, sculptures, books, prints, photographs,
dresses, art items, gift certificates and professional services. The
auction will be held at the National Museum on September 30, Saturday, 5-8
p.m. It is organized by John Silva for Ang Ladlad, and hosted by Boy
Abunda.

Ang Ladlad is a national organization of lesbian, gay, bisexual and
transgender Filipinos. We need funds for our projects, as well as for the
possibility of our running for party-list elections on May 14, 2007. Our
platform includes support for the Anti-Discrimination Bill, support for
the anti-Vagrancy Bill, support for LGBT-related and LGBT-friendly
businesses, setting up of microfinance and livelihood projects for poor
and disabled LGBT and setting up of centers for old and neglected LGBT as
well as young people above 18 driven out of their homes. These centers,
which will be set up in the major cities, also include counseling, legal,
and information counters.

Together, let us offer hope and healing to a neglected and marginalized
group of Filipinos. And together, let us all make history. We also promise
to improve the fashion sense in Congress -- as well as raise the quality
of grammar used in the debates. Go, girls!

Maraming salamat po,

Danton Remoto
Chairman, Ang Ladlad
Columnist, Lifestyle, Philippine Star
Associate Professor of English, Ateneo de Manila University


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