The New York Times published an article detailing experiences of middle school-age children (roughly ages 11-14) who were open about their sexuality. Chris Stump of Exodus Youth responded with this article. In the Times article, we learn that while some…
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XGW Digest: October 3, 2009
-Daniel Gonzales lays out the similarities between ex-gay programs and Scientology. -Exodus ally Mark Yarhouse backs away from his previous support for reorientation efforts. -The Seattle, WA city council passes a resolution urging voters to vote yes on Referendum 71….
XGW Digest: September 26, 2009
-Former ex-lesbian Kori Ashton launches a gay-affirming website. -The Serbian government cancels Belgrade Pride due to safety issues. -Focus on the Family steps up its efforts to recruit younger supporters. -Opponents of marriage equality in Washington state showcase divorcees in…
XGW Digest: September 19, 2009
-The Atlanta police department offers questionable reasons for its recent raid on a gay bar. -President Obama to nominate law professor and out lesbian Chai Feldblum for Commissioner of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. -A Catholic church solicits funds for…
XGW Digest: September 12, 2009
-The National Equality March gains additional support. -Right Wing Watch warns that the religious right is regaining momentum. -Former Miss California Carrie Prejean to speak at the 2009 Values Voter Summit. -Arizona eliminates domestic partner benefits for the families of…
Randy Thomas has a history of speaking about transgenders without any real knowledge of the subject. So it was only a matter of time until he showed his ignorance and lack of any real knowledge on transgender issues once again. A…
XGW Digest: September 5, 2009
-Same-sex couples begin marrying in Vermont. -Former Maryland Gov. Parris Glendening apologizes for his past opposition to same-sex marriage. -Conservapedia continues to defend Paul Cameron’s “research.” -Carrie Prejean sues Miss California USA officials for religious discrimination. -A Washington state judge…
Exodus Unable to Give a Numerical Success Rate
In a post by Brad Sargent on the Exodus blog, the success rate of ex-gay therapy is addressed. 25 years ago, Brad became involved in Exodus. He started working for them in 1991, and was often addressed with the question,…
XGW Digest: August 29, 2009
-US District Judge David Carter dismisses a lawsuit against the Defense of Marriage Act on a technicality. -Harvey Milk is inducted into the California Hall of Fame. -Laurie Higgins of the Illinois Family Institute equates homosexuality with Nazism. -A Chicago…
In a piece called “Ministry to Gay Students,” Shawn Harrison of Exodus Youth goes the extra mile to portray condescension and religious supremacism as compassion. He also believes that the Bible is inerrant. First we get the compassion part: There…