Name and occupation: David Levine Owner of Illinois Nut & Candy How do you show gay pride? We celebrate gay pride by having a policy of being inclusive. Before Gay marriage was legal anywhere in the United States we created the first of their kind LGBT friendly Chocolate Wedding Cake Toppers and Chocolate Party favors. … Continue reading »
Name and occupation: Elliot Tiber – gay writer, humorist, anti-hate crimes crusader, mensch. How do you show gay pride? I tour both nationally and internationally as a public speaker and humorist. I use these opportunities to explain and promote GLBT pride and equality. Why do you support LGBTQ issues? I am a gay man, so … Continue reading »
Name and occupation: Frank Anthony Polito, Author How do you show your gay pride? By writing stories that not only reflect the LGBT experience but educate non-LGBT folks as to what it’s like for us living as LGBT individuals. Are there any issues within the gay community that you’d like to change? I find there … Continue reading »
Name and occupation: Kergan Edwards-Stout, Author How do you show your gay pride? I long ago learned, as a gay dad, that the best way to show my pride was for my kids to see me living as authentically and truthfully as possible. I try to live by example. And the gay pride stickers on … Continue reading »
Name and occupation: Renee James, author, writer How do you show your gay pride? I’ve been an active member of the transgender community in Chicago for many years. This year I am launching a mainstream suspense novel that is narrated by a transwoman heroine. In addition to a good story, “Coming Out Can Be Murder”, … Continue reading »
