
National Equality March in 2009
Lady Gaga… We haven’t talked a lot about her here, but the time has come.
People inside and outside the LGBT community have mixed reactions to La Gaga. But one thing is for certain, and for that one thing -– I think she’s great. No matter what she does, what she wears, what she says or where she goes, that one thing that remains true -– is that she’s got our back.
I have a confession to make — the first time I ever really noticed her was in October of 2009. I had organized 25 buses to come from New York to DC for the National Equality March.
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I was with friends and quickly found my way to the front of the crowd to take photos of the speeches. Pressed up against the plastic fence on a very warm afternoon, I was astounded by the incredible sense of community I felt. People were kind and people were respectful of one another’s space… and then Gaga came out.
Within a matter of 4 seconds, I was on the ground with my face pressed against the plastic fence. The crowd dove for the fence and all civility disappeared to catch a glimpse of this blond wonder.
While on the ground and snapping pictures, I was amazed. This pretty, young celebrity was screaming at President Obama to listen to us. It was a speech I won’t soon forget. And she was gone as quickly as she came.
Over the past two years since then, she has advocated for us on several occasions – from speaking out in defense of her gay “little monsters” to being a steadfast advocate for the repeal of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.
Now, she’s putting her money where her mouth is. Her hit song, “Born This Way,” is an anthem to the LGBT community that has been censored in some countries due to it’s LGBT inclusion. She has spoken out against this censorship and is taking it to the next level.
It seems she has recorded a country version of the hit and has decided to release it.
Today, Gaga announced that proceeds from the single will benefit the Gay, Lesbian, Straight Education Network (GLSEN).
GLSEN is an incredible organization we’ve spoken about frequently at Talk About Equality and is responsible for Gay Straight Associations (GSAs) at high schools and colleges around the country.
Please support GLSEN and purchase this single from one of our most ardent supporters.