Thursday, March 16, 2023

TORCH SONG TRILOGY 1988 - MOVIE

 

#MovieTime - "Torch Song Trilogy" is a heartwarming and hilarious 1988 film about a drag queen named Arnold Beckoff (played by the fabulous Harvey Fierstein).

 Arnold is on a journey to find love and acceptance in a world that doesn't always understand him. 

Through a series of ups and downs, Arnold navigates his relationships with his mom, his ex-boyfriend, and a new love interest. Along the way, there are plenty of laugh-out-loud moments and touching scenes that will make you root for Arnold every step of the way.

CRUSING 1980 - MOVIE

 

#MovieTime - "Cruising" is a 1980 crime thriller film directed by William Friedkin and starring Al Pacino. 

It follows an undercover police officer, Steve Burns (Pacino), who is assigned to investigate a series of murders in the New York City gay leather scene. As Burns immerses himself in the subculture, he becomes increasingly torn between his duties as a cop and his own identity. 

The film explores themes of sexuality, identity, and the dark side of human behavior.

Thursday, March 09, 2023

Book: The Subtle Art Of Not Giving A Fuck

#LifeLesson - Here are some key points from "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F***" by Mark Manson:

- Stop trying to be happy all the time. Instead, focus on your values and what you truly care about, even if it causes discomfort or pain.

- Not giving a f*** about everything frees you to focus on the things that truly matter in your life.

- Accepting that life is inherently difficult and painful can actually make it easier to handle.

- Our problems often stem from trying to avoid or escape them, rather than facing them head-on.

- Being honest about your flaws and shortcomings can actually bring you closer to people than pretending to be perfect.

- Don't take yourself or life too seriously- humor can be a powerful tool for coping with challenges.

- Identify your core values and principles, and use them to make decisions and guide your actions.

- Gratefulness and appreciation can help counterbalance the negativity and challenges of life.

- Accepting responsibility for your problems and mistakes can empower you to change them.

- Embrace your own mortality and the shortness of life- it can motivate you to make the most of your time. 

I hope these help!

They are banning books to erase gay culture 🤣

Basketball Jones by E Lynn Harris

#Bookworm - Basketball Jones tells the story of a successful basketball player named AJ, who secretly struggles with his sexuality and his relationship with his best friend Rodney. 

As the two navigate their romantic feelings for each other, they face challenges both on and off the court, including societal pressure, family disapproval, and an injury that threatens AJ's career. 

The novel examines themes of identity, acceptance, and the complexities of love.

Wednesday, February 22, 2023

THE TWO PARTY SYSTEM IN AMERICA IS A HOAX!

 


The presence of multiple brands of the same product in the market offers several advantages to the consumers. By having a number of different options, consumers can find a product that best meets their individual needs and preferences, rather than settling for one specific product. Additionally, competition among brands forces each company to continuously focus on improving the quality and features of their product in order to remain competitive. This leads to higher quality products in the market, since each brand is striving for excellence in order to differentiate themselves from their competition. Competition among brands also usually leads to lower prices, as companies strive to make their products as competitively priced as possible in order to stay competitive.


Having only two choices can limit consumer options and, without competition from different brands, companies may lack the motivation to innovate and create better products. This means that consumers may be spending money on a product that may not offer the features and benefits of a higher quality item. In addition, without competition, consumers may have to pay higher prices for the same product as there is no incentive to offer competitive rates.

 From the perspective of a voter, having only two choices could lead to political stagnation and apathy, as voters may lose faith in their ability to choose representatives that best represent their values and interests. This could lead to lower voter turnout and less meaningful debate around topics that deeply impact people's lives. Ultimately, having too few choices could lead to a decline in civic engagement, which is needed for true democracy to flourish.

 Limiting the number of political parties can be beneficial to the wealthy as it can make it easier to direct financial resources to particular ideological preferences, allowing them to influence political outcomes more effectively. This can give the wealthy more control over the policy decisions that are made, helping them to benefit financially while making it more difficult for those of different political beliefs to secure public office.

The illusion of democracy can be detrimental because it gives the false impression that everyone has an equal say in their government, when in reality, their voices may be overshadowed by powerful forces such as the wealthy or elites. This can lead to unfair decision-making that favors certain interests over others and can lead to systemic issues such as income inequality and a lack of representation for marginalized groups.

One way to establish more political groups in America is to use grassroots organizing. This involves recruiting volunteers, planning protests and events, and networking with other organizations in order to bring attention to an issue. It can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months to establish a political group, depending on how much time and resources are dedicated to the effort. Additionally, grassroots organizers can leverage the power of social media to spread information about their cause more quickly and efficiently.
 
 Multi-party systems offer voters the opportunity to express their political views more clearly by allowing for the formation of several different parties, each with distinct ideologies and platforms. This gives citizens more choices and allows them to select the party that best represents their own beliefs and values. Furthermore, multi-party systems provide a counterbalancing force to monopolizing power as they prevent any one party from gaining absolute control. This gives voters more power and representation in a political system.

Thursday, February 16, 2023

FEBUARY 2023 MAN-CANDY! Celebrating black sexiness in Black History Month!


The black male body is an embodiment of power, pride, strength, and resilience. Throughout centuries of oppression and marginalization, black men have managed to continue to be a vital part of society. This blog celebrates the black male body in all its forms – be it muscular or slim, tall or short – and shines a spotlight on its beautiful complexity. 

 It will also touch upon the history of black male representation in media and society and how it has shaped our views of beauty and identity. But above all, it is a tribute to the wonder of the black male body, an ode to its strength, and a platform to amplify its beauty.









 





 
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