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News

Defense attorney requests rescheduling in case of transgender woman attacked in Chinatown
Ali Jackson, Alvonica Jackson and Desmond Campbell plead not guilty to stabbing gay teenager in June
Range of speakers at D.C. soiree – from Sally Field to Cory Booker – stress importance of November votes
Several new efforts aiming to better LGBT D.C. and beyond
Makeup artist lends support to local LGBT center with cosmetology-certification courses
Question 6 is ahead, but proponents are bracing for increased opposition
Hearing for suspect in Family Research Council shooting scheduled for end of the month
Defense declines plea deal for June assault of gay teen near Howard Theatre
Robinson pleads not guilty to charge with bias enhancement, as defense demands jury trial

Opinion

Whether it's Tucker Carlson race-bating on Fox News or progressives decrying tax dollars for prisoner care, there's a hint of hate in the air
Choosing not to vote on Nov. 6, especially when there are thousands who can't cast a vote of their own, is a selfish and small act
At home and abroad, extremists threaten the global good
After years of writing about servicemembers ensnared by DADT, it's an honor to tell the stories of open, active-duty military

Feature

Randy Johnson found a kindred spirit in Janis Joplin, and his new show at Arena Stage pays tribute to the legend and her influences
Patti LuPone isn't difficult. She's just the ultimate perfectionist, on and off the stage
Chris Griffin's annual Hope Operas are a serialized series of shows featuring theater performers giving back

Nightlife

Tonight's list of Gay and Lesbian Nightlife
Get the latest on your favorite gay club, or find a new place to hang out - pictures, maps, links...
Just who is DJ Cottontail? He's a rabbit with a desire to make people dance
In the Spotlight
August 9-16, 2012

Arts

''Looper'' is a fine example of a tight, satisfying sci-fi movie
''The Paperboy'' is a sloppy excuse for Oscar bait, and it doesn't deserve serious consideration.
It's time again to raise your glass to Pink, say hello to Dragonette and hey baby to No Doubt
Despite his new band's name, Rich Morel is very much alive
''Jekyll and Hyde'' offers Alex Mills a star turn but little else, while ''Fly'' is a feel-good look at the Tuskegee Airmen
From ''A Chorus Line'' to GALA Theatre, Antonio Vargas is making his mark

Community

Be social with these upcoming health, politics, religion, sports & support happenings
Most complete list of LGBT resources for DC, Maryland and Virginia
This November, take a stroll through the boulevards of g.life, CAGLCC's newest community event

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