Tomorrow is "Day Without a Gay Day"

[bachman]

Oy Vey.

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2008/12/09/BAQM14KE03.DTL

[Gregory]

I know folks staying home to join the protest.

[Patch]

So if we don't post tomorrow, we're out-ed?

[Marcdachamp]

Edit: I misread the article. Still seems silly.

[Jason California]

That's... really, really stupid.


Why?

[bachman]

thatguyfromsyracuse is calling out "gay" to work. He just sent me a PM.

He sends me A LOT of PMs.

[Gregory]

Also known as "I'm fine with being called gay because I'm gonna watch the Dark Knight DVD 20 times in a row" Day.

[Ryudo]

Well, I guess I'll be able to find out if some of my suspicions are confirmed.

[Gregory]

thatguyfromsyracuse is calling out "gay" to work. He just sent me a PM.

He sends me A LOT of PMs.

Is it the "blew flu?"

[thatguyfromsyracuse]

thatguyfromsyracuse is calling out "gay" to work. He just sent me a PM.

He sends me A LOT of PMs.

:rofl: You said you liked it!

[bartleby]

This has been a topic on Adam Corolla's show this week. He was saying how you know some dude with pneumonia is going to have to drag himself out of bed tomorrow morning, hop in his Miata, and go to work just so that people don't think he's gay.

[Marcdachamp]

Why?

I misread the article, thinking it was proponents on the bill, not opposition.

Regardless, I think they should consider the state of the economy before calling off.

[bartleby]

thatguyfromsyracuse is calling out "gay" to work. He just sent me a PM.

He sends me A LOT of PMs.

He should change his screenname to thatgayfromsyracuse.

[Jason California]

This has been a topic on Adam Corolla's show this week. He was saying how you know some dude with pneumonia is going to have to drag himself out of bed tomorrow morning, hop in his Miata, and go to work just so that people don't think he's gay.


:lol:

[Patch]

:rofl: You said you liked it!

I bet he said he'd leave his husband too! Men!

[Jason California]

I misread the article, thinking it was proponents on the bill, not opposition.

Regardless, I think they should consider the state of the economy before calling off.


Well this way people will get an idea as how important or not important the gays are to the economy. Sometimes you have to make tough choices for social justice.

[bachman]

He should change his screenname to thatgayfromsyracuse.

thatbifromsyracuse. Small steps.

[bartleby]

Regardless, I think they should consider the state of the economy before calling off.

So because things are hard, they should just suck it up?

[bachman]

suck it up?

:)

[Marcdachamp]

Well this way people will get an idea as how important or not important the gays are to the economy. Sometimes you have to make tough choices for social justice.

This is true. It's a tough choice for people. I get it, though.

[Gunter]

I think they should only take half a day off.

Tops get the first half.

Bottoms get the second.

[Ryudo]

Well this way people will get an idea as how important or not important the gays are to the economy. Sometimes you have to make tough choices for social justice.

Really?

Can't they just wait until the next election? Put the time and energy from protesting and calling out of work for no reason into trying to sell the bill to the general public? That's the sensible solution.

[bachman]

Wait a minute, tomorrow is Wednesday! Do any of you have gay comic shop owners?! You're screwed!

[Jason California]

Really?

Can't they just wait until the next election? Put the time and energy from protesting and calling out of work for no reason into trying to sell the bill to the general public? That's the sensible solution.


There is always going to be a reason to put it off. The topic is fresh right now.

[Ryudo]

There is always going to be a reason to put it off. The topic is fresh right now.

Edited, because someone will turn that statement around and make me sound like a bigot, which I am not.

[Jason California]

If by "fresh," you mean "I wish they'd quit their whining and go through the appropriate channels," I agree.


How is this not an appropriate channel? And how is it whining?

These are people that are saying that they deserve equal treatment. They are saying that if you don't want to give it to them they will not participate in regular activities for that day so that you see how important they are to keeping the wheels greased.

This may backfire on them, I don't know. I do think it is a valid form of protest.

[Masculine Todd]

It's a dumb concept.

[Ryudo]

How is this not an appropriate channel? And how is it whining?

These are people that are saying that they deserve equal treatment. They are saying that if you don't want to give it to them they will not participate in regular activities for that day so that you see how important they are to keeping the wheels greased.

This may backfire on them, I don't know. I do think it is a valid form of protest.

There is a time for protest, and then there is a time for figuring out what went wrong and trying to fix it.

The election is over and now it's time to wait for a bit before they get something to change the proposition back on the ballot.

I can't really say I feel sympathy, though, when one of the top Californian political advisors says that they stole defeat from the jaws of victory (read it in Time).

[Jason California]

There is a time for protest, and then there is a time for figuring out what went wrong and trying to fix it.

The election is over and now it's time to wait for a bit before they get something to change the proposition back on the ballot.

I can't really say I feel sympathy, though, when one of the top Californian political advisors says that they stole defeat from the jaws of victory (read it in Time).


Well, I can see where you are coming from there at least. We will see what happens I guess.

[Marcdachamp]

There is a time for protest, and then there is a time for figuring out what went wrong and trying to fix it.

The election is over and now it's time to wait for a bit before they get something to change the proposition back on the ballot.

I can't really say I feel sympathy, though, when one of the top Californian political advisors says that they stole defeat from the jaws of victory (read it in Time).
Rolling Stone has a great article this month echoing that sentiment.

[Ryudo]

Rolling Stone has a great article this month echoing that sentiment.

Maybe it was RS that I read that in.

My days are becoming jumbled together.

[schizorabbit]

There is a time for protest, and then there is a time for figuring out what went wrong and trying to fix it.

The election is over and now it's time to wait for a bit before they get something to change the proposition back on the ballot.

I can't really say I feel sympathy, though, when one of the top Californian political advisors says that they stole defeat from the jaws of victory (read it in Time).

Wouldn't it be more apt to say "they pulled defeat out of the mouth of victory"?

*flashbulbs going off*
"We pulled defeat out of the mouth of victory...*looks into camera*...and then jizzed on its face. I have no further comments at this time."

[Ryudo]

Wouldn't it be more apt to say "they pulled defeat out of the mouth of victory"?

*flashbulbs going off*
"We pulled defeat out of the mouth of victory...*looks into camera*...and then jizzed on its face. I have no further comments at this time."

And then he

JIZZED
IN HIS PANTS

[Ray G.]

Wait a minute, tomorrow is Wednesday! Do any of you have gay comic shop owners?! You're screwed!

If Midtown is closed, I swear to God I'm voting for Jindal next time. :mad:

[schizorabbit]

If Midtown is closed, I swear to God I'm voting for Jindal next time. :mad:

What's funny is that in Atlanta, "midtown" Atlanta is famous for its strong gay presence--a plethora of stores, cafes, bars, businesses that cater to them. For a moment, I thought you were referring to that.

[Ray G.]

What's funny is that in Atlanta, "midtown" Atlanta is famous for its strong gay presence--a plethora of stores, cafes, bars, businesses that cater to them. For a moment, I thought you were referring to that.

Heh, no. Midtown Comics. I will not be denied. :mad:

[schizorabbit]

Heh, no. Midtown Comics. I will not be denied. :mad:

I picture a group of gay people outside of Midtown Comics, chanting "We're here, we're queer..." holding signs saying "GAY MARRIAGE NOW!!!" and you next to 'em, with your sign--"COMICS NOW!!!!"--screaming your head off.

[Dreaded Anomaly]

There is a time for protest, and then there is a time for figuring out what went wrong and trying to fix it.

The election is over and now it's time to wait for a bit before they get something to change the proposition back on the ballot.

I can't really say I feel sympathy, though, when one of the top Californian political advisors says that they stole defeat from the jaws of victory (read it in Time).

What went wrong was putting civil rights up to popular vote.

[modungo]

Is the nationwide? I thought it was just in Cali.

[Dan-C]

Why is it "DAY without a gay DAY?" Can't it just be Day without a gay? Or Without a gay day? 2 "day"s is just a little redundant.

Come on gays (and gay supporters), I expect better from you.

Is the showtunes radio station in LA going dark tomorrow?

[justjeffery]

How many straight people are gonna go to work sick tomorrow?

[Greenville 90210]

I support gay marriage but this is not the way to go about it. It's not like you're illegal immigrants (the country would actually fall apart if they stopped working). This is not how to get straight co-workers on your side.

[gibbEy]

thatguyfromsyracuse is calling out "gay" to work. He just sent me a PM.

He sends me A LOT of PMs.

He told me he was over you!!!!!!!


:-x

[bartleby]

I support gay marriage but this is not the way to go about it. It's not like you're illegal immigrants (the country would actually fall apart if they stopped working).

Tell that to the people who have a wedding to be planned tomorrow or a dog that needs haircut.

[Greenville 90210]

Tell that to the people who have a wedding to be planned tomorrow or a dog that needs haircut.

Those unfortunates will just have to bring their dog to a barber and get a female wedding planner like in that movie.

[Keith P.]

So if you are bi, do you only work half a day?



If you're a tranny, do you show up, but just not do any work?

[Dan-C]

If you're a tranny, do you show up, but just not do any work?

I think they should drive back and forth to work all day. Unable to decide if they should go in or not.

[lonesomefool]

Yeah, I wouldnt be taking the chance of pissing off the bosses around this time of year anyway, what with the economy. That said, this shit never works. Remember when they had "No Mexicans For A Day" and that everything would collapse? Yeah....the nation can take a bunch of people calling in sick for one day. Look at the economy right now, a shit load of people stay home everyday sadly.

[Jason California]

Yeah, I wouldnt be taking the chance of pissing off the bosses around this time of year anyway, what with the economy. That said, this shit never works. Remember when they had "No Mexicans For A Day" and that everything would collapse? Yeah....the nation can take a bunch of people calling in sick for one day. Look at the economy right now, a shit load of people stay home everyday sadly.


Not all Latinos are Mexican. Might not want to lump them all together like that. Some, like my sister in law would take offense.

[Greenville 90210]

Not all Latinos are Mexican. Might not want to lump them all together like that. Some, like my sister in law would take offense.

What kind of Mexican is she?

[Dan-C]

LA peeps, they are talking about this on KROQ right now

[lonesomefool]

Not all Latinos are Mexican. Might not want to lump them all together like that. Some, like my sister in law would take offense.

Where did I say they were?

[bartleby]

After being arrested just yesterday, Illinois Governor Blagojevich will be going into work today. I guess on top of everything else, he's worried that people are going to think he's gay.

[schizorabbit]

Not all Latinos are Mexican. Might not want to lump them all together like that. Some, like my sister in law would take offense.


What kind of Mexican is she?

Well, if she speaks Mexican, isn't she...Mexican?

;)

Most of my coworkers are Hispanic. I love to fuck with 'em on that. Like I'd ask one, "Hey, what's The Day of the Dead?" or something Mexican-related, and they'd say, "I'm not Mexican," and I'd say, "But you speak Mexican."

[Patton]

Shit! I wanted to get my hair cut today.

And my anus penetrated.

[schizorabbit]

Shit! I wanted to get my hair cut today.

And my anus penetrated.

:lol:

Looks like you gotta do it yourself.

Just use a mirror.

And a cucumber.

[Jason California]

What kind of Mexican is she?

via Guadalajara, Jalisco. ;)


Where did I say they were?

You said "No Mexican for a day". It gives the impression you lump them all in one group.

[schizorabbit]

via Guadalajara, Jalisco. ;)



You said "No Mexican for a day". It gives the impression you lump them all in one group.

That was a real day, though, wasn't it. It was all in the news: No Mexican for a Day. There was even a movie that came out: A Day Without Mexicans, or something like that.

EDIT:
Here's a website: www.adaywithoutamexican.com

EDIT2:
Yeah, bartleby's post below...

[Jason California]

Shit! I wanted to get my hair cut today.

And my anus penetrated.


I don't think anus penetrating is work. Half of your day should be saved.

[bartleby]

You said "No Mexican for a day". It gives the impression you lump them all in one group.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Day_Without_a_Mexican

[Jason California]

That was a real day, though, wasn't it. It was all in the news: No Mexican for a Day. There was even a movie that came out: A Day Without Mexicans, or something like that.


:lol:

[RegHorsten]

Wonder if this will make over to Germany? There is Love Parade and I think something called Rainbow Parade(I think) both have a large gay pop turn out.

Love Parade is more music oriented and not all gay. If your lucky you'll get to see naked boobies. Some cool DJs as well.

[Jason California]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Day_Without_a_Mexican

was that movie any good?

[bartleby]

was that movie any good?

I haven't seen it, but I'm going to guess no.

[Jason California]

That was a real day, though, wasn't it. It was all in the news: No Mexican for a Day. There was even a movie that came out: A Day Without Mexicans, or something like that.

EDIT:
Here's a website: www.adaywithoutamexican.com (http://www.adaywithoutamexican.com)

EDIT2:
Yeah, bartleby's post below...


I don't think the sit out day was called Day without a Mexican though.

[bartleby]

I don't think the sit out day was called Day without a Mexican though.

It was the Great American Boycott, but was commonly referred to as A Day without an Immigrant, inspired by the title of the movie, so I can see why someone could make that mistake.

[Jason California]

It was the Great American Boycott, but was commonly referred to as A Day without an Immigrant, inspired by the title of the movie, so I can see why someone could make that mistake.

I guess....

[schizorabbit]

I don't think the sit out day was called Day without a Mexican though.

It was on May 1st or something, and I remember conservative making it into a big socialist thingamajig. My co-workers called it "No Mexicans For a Day." Wait...I was just corrected by a coworker. I went, "Didn't you all call it 'No Mexicans For a Day." She goes, "No, that was what the zee-no-pho-beex called it." I went, "What?" "ZEE-no-PHO-BEEX." She was saying "xenophobes."

[RegHorsten]

It was on May 1st or something, and I remember conservative making it into a big socialist thingamajig. My co-workers called it "No Mexicans For a Day." Wait...I was just corrected by a coworker. I went, "Didn't you all call it 'No Mexicans For a Day." She goes, "No, that was what the zee-no-pho-beex called it." I went, "What?" "ZEE-no-PHO-BEEX." She was saying "xenophobes."

Sounds like someone has been spending a little too much time here: http://www.hookedonphonics.com/

[Jason California]

It was on May 1st or something, and I remember conservative making it into a big socialist thingamajig. My co-workers called it "No Mexicans For a Day." Wait...I was just corrected by a coworker. I went, "Didn't you all call it 'No Mexicans For a Day." She goes, "No, that was what the zee-no-pho-beex called it." I went, "What?" "ZEE-no-PHO-BEEX." She was saying "xenophobes."


Bart had it right.

[majorjoe23]

I hear Day Without a Gay Day is being sponsored by the Redundancy Department of Redundancy.

[Dave S.]

If any of my staff call in sick I'll be pissed.

[RickLM]

"We're not here, we're queer, get used to it."

[bartleby]

If any of my staff call in sick I'll be pissed.

Homophobia?

[bachman]

Homophobia?

:roll:

I think its pretty obvious that he's referring to the effect it would have on the workplace, as opposed to his personal feelings towards homosexuals.

[bartleby]

:roll:

I think its pretty obvious that he's referring to the effect it would have on the workplace, as opposed to his personal feelings towards homosexuals.

I think it's pretty obvious that I was joking.

[Wigner's Friend]

All this day makes me think of is, "Thank goodness I still live in a world of telephones, car batteries, handguns [*bang*!] and many things made of zinc."

[Ray G.]

Comic store was open. As was my favorite schnitzel stand.

The world may continue turning.

[bachman]

schnitzel

:shock:

[Busman]

:shock:

Are you afraid he just outed himself as a Nazi?

[Ray G.]

:shock:

It's become a staple of Israeli cuisine.

We took it as part of reparations.