"In the Heights" and NOH8 by Rick CarotoRick Caroto's Portrait & Group Shot with actress Isabel Santiago In October 2009 we began the 1st National Tour of "In the Heights". We left behind our families and our friends to tell the story of "Heights", a musical about home, family and finding where you belong. About 6 months into the run of the tour I came across a NOH8 Photo on one of my friends Facebook |
"Do Ask... 'Cuz I Want to Tell" by Christopher VillanuevaMy name is Christopher Villanueva and I'm a Marine posing for the NOH 8 Campaign . One of the greatest right that this country allows us is the right to expression. If you ask a hundred people what love is, every person would give you a different answer, and every person would say that was ok. If we're ok with the dynamic expression of love as a whole, why do we |
Posing for My Family by Chase HardinWhy did I pose for the NOH 8 Campaign ? For my family. Armed only with this photo, a picture that simply implored the world to reject hate, I came out to my extended family with the following e-mail. Hey guys! I'm sending out this picture to family in hopes that it might help everyone better understand me and what the photo stands for. For those of you who don't know, |
Why I Posed by Jonathan DavisWorking in education here in Arizona at Scottsdale Schools for the past 5 years has reminded me how cruel kids can be to those who are different than them. I posed for the NOH 8 Campaign for the GLBT children who still are made fun of, picked on, bullied, discriminated against, etc. in hope of decreasing discrimination in their lives ahead of them. Jonathan Davis |
Why We PosedIt was important for me to pose for the NOH 8 Campaign with my partner because I want the world to know that we are JUST LIKE EVERYONE ELSE!!!! We are in a relationship, we have good days and bad, ups and downs just like any other couple, and we deserve to be treated EQUALLY and without predjudice and hate. Lora Jacobson Scottsdale, AZ Open Shoot |
Be Heard: Isiah Thomas & Joshua Zeke ThomasWe are Isiah and Joshua Thomas. We posed for the NOH 8 Campaign because we believe that all hate and discrimination is wrong. It is time for full equality and equal rights for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, religion, or gender. |
Why We Posed for the NOH8 CampaignWe have a California Proposition 8 same-sex marriage. We were heart broken when Proposition 8 passed. All of our friends, family and coworkers were ecstatic about President Obama's victory. Everyone was talking about what progress this election meant for equality, but for us, one of our basic civil rights was taken away at the voting booths. We moved to New |
To Judge or Not to JudgeWhat makes me to participate NOH8 photo event? The answer is pretty simple. They were there for me and I want to show that I am there for them too. When I faced the hardship, many Christians I knew backed off while gay and lesbian people came in and support me. |
Why I Posed by J.T.I was proud to talk about my photo and the NO H8 campaign because I didn’t need an invitation from a friend to do this. I walked up and down that block looking for the location on my own. This was my own accomplishment and I am so glad that I did. |
Why Our Family PosedHate isn't a way of life - love is the answer! We're here to make a difference and show that families come in every shape, size and color! Our family's story is one of hate, love and everything in between. My partner and I (commitment ceremony in December, 1995) had long been working on adoptions... |
Why I Posed by Shante "Boss Lady" Broadus"Supporting the NOH8 campaign meant a lot to me personally. Everyone deserves to experience love, no matter their color, race, or gender. I have employee’s and friends that are in same sex marriages, I did this campaign with them in mind. I also wanted to set an example for my children, teaching them not to judge and support! ((No Hating STOP hating on love!)) |
Why I Posed by Cathy DeBuonoMy name is Cathy DeBuono, and I posed for the NOH8 Campaign because more than ever it has become apparent to me that we as a community need to push back, fight back, and speak up for ourselves. We have been too complacent and too patient with the ignorance around us for far too long, waiting for folks to catch up. It's time to refuse it, time to draw lines in the sand |
Why I Posed by Dalila Ali RajahMy name is Dalila Ali Rajah and I posed for the NOH8 Campaign because art is one of the most powerful movers of hearts and minds . It is time for full equality and equal rights for everyone. I am committed to transforming the dialog between the African-American community and the LGBT community so that we can move forward with a new mutual understanding and respect. |
Why I Posed by Tatum DeRoeckA short answer to the following question: “Why was it important for you to be a part of this campaign?” I will do anything I can to help fight for equality. I would wear a red cape, pink tutu and green socks everyday if it made a difference. However I think duct tape is much more significant in conveying the silencing of our rights. |
Why I Posed by Nikki CasterBecause I sincerely believe we're all equal and deserve to be happy as much as the next person. The NOH8 campaign is a beautiful way to express that voice, without having to say a word. |
Why I Posed by Suzanne WestenhoeferBecause the work is just not done yet people!!! |
Why I Posed by Shawnee HarkinsTo be a part of this campaign is very personal. Our faces need to be seen...not just our voices. |
Why I Posed by Courtney JacksonThe NOH8 Campaign is a movement that I couldn't wait to be apart of. Hate is only a frame of mind and if we can change that through beautiful photos of self expression, I'm all about it. |
Why I Posed by Sandra VallsMy name is Sandra Valls and I posed for the NOH8 Campaign because I believe that no one wins if some are losing. It's important to be a part of this campaign because I believe all people should have the right to love and live their lives however they choose. I am huge advocate of human rights and through my comedy, light the lamp of hope in people's hearts to live their |
Why I Posed by Meghan McCainI was so honored to be asked to pose for the NOH8 Campaign. I am a proud member of the Republican Party and a proud supporter of marriage equality. I especially love the incorporation of the little elephant with his tusks duct-taped in the photograph. Marriage equality is not just a Democrat or Republican issue, it is a human one. Read More Here |
Equal Rights for AllI posed for the NOH8 Campaign because I believe in equal rights for everyone. I am straight and it breaks my heart that people in my life that I love are treated as second class citizens because of whom they love. After the passage of Prop 8 I got involved with several grass root efforts to overturn the proposition. I will continue to stand up for equal rights and fight |
I Can Make a DifferenceAfter yes on Prop 8 passed, my girlfriend and I were left in dismay. We had discussed getting married before the vote as a political message in case we didn’t win but we were sure we would win. We were devastated when we were denied our rights. What we opted for instead was to file for a domestic partnership since that is what we had to settle for. Meanwhile, |
Making a StatementI chose to pose for the NOH8 Campaign because the ignorance in our country really frustrates me. I 've always been a bit different: when I was a elementary school student I would go to school and play with Barbie dolls and the other kids would ridicule me; now about ten years later I 'm a full time college student and Next-Generation New York City Club Kid, |
Why I Posed by Abiola AbramsNOH8 Campaign NYC. Why Straight People MUST Participate. People have asked me many times, Abiola, why did you participate in the No H8 Campaign? They've said, Abiola, you live in NYC not LA, your books, columns, Web TV series and blogs are about heterosexual love. You have a strong fan base that has followed your fun stories about your love of and dating mishaps |
Why I Posed by Nathan ManskeLast year I started a website, www.ImFromDriftwood.com, which collects true stories by gay people from all over the world, in hopes of helping gay teens feel not so alone. I believe that belonging to a group, feeling accepted and knowing that you're not the only one out there is the first step to every gay persons path to happiness. The NOH8 Campaign, while |
Transgender IssuesThis blog is about my recent experience in the Family Court system. The Honorable Joseph P. Brannigan has imposed many restrictions. Some of which egregiously violate 1st amendment rights of freedom of speech and expression. Judge Brannigan has prohibited me from discussing "transgender issues" |
Called To ServeCalled to Serve The military continues to operate under the “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy, which even the Pentagon says is unsubstantiated. As General McChrystal asks for more troops in Afghanistan, one gay Navy vet offers his service to his country in spite of the policy that would deny him. By Christopher T. Landavazo On May 13, 1996, I raised my right |
Why I Posed by Jay MaroseWhy I Posed for the NOH8 Campaign by Jay Marose Posted: July 9, 2009 11:26 PM This is why I posed for the NOH8 Campaign , a silent photographic protest. As a publicist, it is second nature to opt out of photos. I have a wonderful collection of pictures of famous clients or amazing events with only my black clad arm or leg in frame. However, when I first saw the NOH8 Campaign |
Why I Posed by Jill BennettMy name is Jill Bennett and I posed for the NOH8 Campaign because it's time for everyone in our community to take a stand against intolerance and hatred. B e i n g i n v o l v e d m e a n s b e i n g v i s i b l e - t o o u r s t r a i g h t a l l i e s , to our f a m i l y , our f r i e n d s , a n d especially to those who oppose equal rights. The supporters of Prop 8 need to see our faces, feel our presence and to |
Why I Posed By Ohene CorneliusI am a supporter of freedom. The right to be, say, and speak. The acceptance. I might not always understand, but for me this picture means I'm listening. |
Scott Herman on Why He Says NOH8Scott Herman on Why He Says NOH8 By Advocate.com Editors Fitness model and personal trainer Scott Herman first stepped into the public eye when he joined the cast of the 21st season of The Real World, set in Brooklyn, N.Y. Now Herman has taken to the Web to talk about his support for marriage equality after posing for the NOH 8 Campaign, a move that he says, despite |
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