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Feb. 9th Show
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Bryan Hlavinka (Houston, TX) wroteon February 9, 2009 at 10:56am
On tonights program...
9:00 pm Opening, general discussion
9:02 pm - Annise Parker, who makes her candidacy for mayor of the City of Houston official last week, is in her third term as controller, the city's elected fiscal watchdog. Her experience, she calculates, makes her one of the best people for the job in one of the worst of times. "Houstonians want a mayor who can lead the city through tough economic times, and a mayor who can continue our forward progress with jobs and neighborhoods," she said in an interview last week. "I have the skill set to do these things," she added as she prepared her announcement - an e-mail blast referring voters to an online video of her speaking to voters. Parker, 52, started thinking about running for mayor long before the nation's economic picture grew dark. But now that, in her words, "the No. 1 issue is going to be the economy and jobs," Parker is touting the ways she can cut city expenses. She's also worked as an engineering technologist for an oil company and as co-owner several years ago of a feminist bookstore. Of the four or five others being mentioned as potential candidates in the Nov. 3 election, Parker easily has the most experience running for and serving in office citywide. After losing two City Council races, she won an at-large seat in 1997, 1999 and 2001. She was elected controller in 2003 and was re-elected with no opponents in 2005 and 2007. Term limits are keeping Mayor Bill White from running again and Parker from seeking re-election as controller.
Parker got her start in local politics as a civic association president and leader of what is now the Houston Gay, Lesbian, Bi-sexual & Transgender Political Caucus. Gay rights and the candidates' personal lives have been broached as issues in most major Houston mayoral races of the last 30 years. About the voters' mindset on those topics, Parker said, "Houstonians are interested in who can manage the city." She said that because of her previous campaigns, "Houstonians know me." As mayor, she would foster partnerships among energy companies, government and researchers to put Houston in the forefront of developing alternative energy sources, she said. She cited neighborhood protection and preservation as a top concern, pointing out that on City Council, she spurred ordinances on minimum lot sizes and setback requirements for buildings. "We have to continue the progress we have made (and) keep our eye on the bottom line," she said, because less money will be available to carry out essential functions such as crime-fighting. Experience: Three terms as city controller; three terms as city councilwoman at-large; civic association president; leader of what is now the Houston Gay, Lesbian, Bi-sexual & Transgender Political Caucus Priorities: Parker says the top issues of her campaign will be the economy and jobs. She is also focusing on ways to cut city expenses. more
9:30 pm Newswrap, This Way Out's news coverage of GLBT issues around he world.
9:40 pm - LHI Valentine Dinner - Dance Saturday, February 14, 2009 6:30PM to 12:30AM Dressy to formal attire - no blue jeans or tee shirts please Renaissance Houston Hotel in GREENWAY PLAZA (Seniors age 62) or AAA members are eligible for a discount from Marriott Hotels year round - ask for it) Entertainment by Suzan Westenhoefeer $85 person or Tables for $850.00 (10 SEATS) Open seating only is on a first arrival-first seated basis at designated open tables.
Lesbian Health Initiativ's mission is to promote womens' health in the Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual and Transgendered communities. To accomplish this we will: Provide education and health resources to our community. Establish government and private agency liaisons to initiate and support funding of programs to promote health and wellness. Form partnerships with health care providers willing to ensure that women in our community have access to sensitive and responsible health care. more
9:55 pm MUSIC
10:00 pm Brad Odom, President of the Board of directors, will give us an update on what is in store for 2009 season of the Pride celebration for Houston. For over 30 years, Pride Houston has worked at the heart of the local GLBT community to increase awareness and equality in our city. Our initial goals of strengthening equality, building a stronger community and increasing public awareness of our causes still reside at the core of our mission.
As we've made progress to these ends, that mission has expanded to include a variety of new initiatives. Ranging from annual charity events to aiding support and counseling networks, our activities continue to promote social awareness and enrich the diversity that helps our community thrive. The Pride organization consists of a number of groups and individuals who work together to produce, manage, and promote the many events hosted by Pride. more
10:18 pm MUSIC
10:22 pm - Tom Zeppelin is an American of German descent; born and raised north of Pittsburgh, PA. I moved to Houston in 1987 while following my career as a service engineer for CT and MRI scanners. After many years, he decided to seek a more rewarding career helping others feel well in body, mind and spirit. Upon graduating from Health Masters School of Massage and Sports Massage 1 & 2;he found my calling as a massage therapist. He provides deep tissue and sports massage and tailor my pressure techniques to suit my client's specific needs. more
10:40 pm - This Way Out's news coverage of GLBT issues around he world. more
9:00 pm Opening, general discussion
9:02 pm - Annise Parker, who makes her candidacy for mayor of the City of Houston official last week, is in her third term as controller, the city's elected fiscal watchdog. Her experience, she calculates, makes her one of the best people for the job in one of the worst of times. "Houstonians want a mayor who can lead the city through tough economic times, and a mayor who can continue our forward progress with jobs and neighborhoods," she said in an interview last week. "I have the skill set to do these things," she added as she prepared her announcement - an e-mail blast referring voters to an online video of her speaking to voters. Parker, 52, started thinking about running for mayor long before the nation's economic picture grew dark. But now that, in her words, "the No. 1 issue is going to be the economy and jobs," Parker is touting the ways she can cut city expenses. She's also worked as an engineering technologist for an oil company and as co-owner several years ago of a feminist bookstore. Of the four or five others being mentioned as potential candidates in the Nov. 3 election, Parker easily has the most experience running for and serving in office citywide. After losing two City Council races, she won an at-large seat in 1997, 1999 and 2001. She was elected controller in 2003 and was re-elected with no opponents in 2005 and 2007. Term limits are keeping Mayor Bill White from running again and Parker from seeking re-election as controller.
Parker got her start in local politics as a civic association president and leader of what is now the Houston Gay, Lesbian, Bi-sexual & Transgender Political Caucus. Gay rights and the candidates' personal lives have been broached as issues in most major Houston mayoral races of the last 30 years. About the voters' mindset on those topics, Parker said, "Houstonians are interested in who can manage the city." She said that because of her previous campaigns, "Houstonians know me." As mayor, she would foster partnerships among energy companies, government and researchers to put Houston in the forefront of developing alternative energy sources, she said. She cited neighborhood protection and preservation as a top concern, pointing out that on City Council, she spurred ordinances on minimum lot sizes and setback requirements for buildings. "We have to continue the progress we have made (and) keep our eye on the bottom line," she said, because less money will be available to carry out essential functions such as crime-fighting. Experience: Three terms as city controller; three terms as city councilwoman at-large; civic association president; leader of what is now the Houston Gay, Lesbian, Bi-sexual & Transgender Political Caucus Priorities: Parker says the top issues of her campaign will be the economy and jobs. She is also focusing on ways to cut city expenses. more
9:30 pm Newswrap, This Way Out's news coverage of GLBT issues around he world.
9:40 pm - LHI Valentine Dinner - Dance Saturday, February 14, 2009 6:30PM to 12:30AM Dressy to formal attire - no blue jeans or tee shirts please Renaissance Houston Hotel in GREENWAY PLAZA (Seniors age 62) or AAA members are eligible for a discount from Marriott Hotels year round - ask for it) Entertainment by Suzan Westenhoefeer $85 person or Tables for $850.00 (10 SEATS) Open seating only is on a first arrival-first seated basis at designated open tables.
Lesbian Health Initiativ's mission is to promote womens' health in the Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual and Transgendered communities. To accomplish this we will: Provide education and health resources to our community. Establish government and private agency liaisons to initiate and support funding of programs to promote health and wellness. Form partnerships with health care providers willing to ensure that women in our community have access to sensitive and responsible health care. more
9:55 pm MUSIC
10:00 pm Brad Odom, President of the Board of directors, will give us an update on what is in store for 2009 season of the Pride celebration for Houston. For over 30 years, Pride Houston has worked at the heart of the local GLBT community to increase awareness and equality in our city. Our initial goals of strengthening equality, building a stronger community and increasing public awareness of our causes still reside at the core of our mission.
As we've made progress to these ends, that mission has expanded to include a variety of new initiatives. Ranging from annual charity events to aiding support and counseling networks, our activities continue to promote social awareness and enrich the diversity that helps our community thrive. The Pride organization consists of a number of groups and individuals who work together to produce, manage, and promote the many events hosted by Pride. more
10:18 pm MUSIC
10:22 pm - Tom Zeppelin is an American of German descent; born and raised north of Pittsburgh, PA. I moved to Houston in 1987 while following my career as a service engineer for CT and MRI scanners. After many years, he decided to seek a more rewarding career helping others feel well in body, mind and spirit. Upon graduating from Health Masters School of Massage and Sports Massage 1 & 2;he found my calling as a massage therapist. He provides deep tissue and sports massage and tailor my pressure techniques to suit my client's specific needs. more
10:40 pm - This Way Out's news coverage of GLBT issues around he world. more
