2020 became the perfect year of less is more. Arguably, that’s also my style, being highly reflective. But even with the sadness, the social distancing, the isolation, I managed still more accomplishments. My first go was a letter to the editor through the Dorchester Reporter, published on March 4th: To the Editor:Election Day registration simply … Continue reading
On Sunday, August 12th, 2018, I finally attended Boston Comic Con, and compared to attending many different years of Boston Pride, being a delegate to the Massachusetts Democratic Convention in Worcester, as well as volunteering at Southie’s St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast, I’d say this was a hell of lot more enjoyable for me than all … Continue reading
I had wanted to attend the Massachusetts Democratic Party Convention for some time – try the last 6 years+ – so when I had the opportunity to go as a delegate, I definitely took it. you know what they say, “If you aren’t at the table, you’re on the menu.” Worcester was a really great … Continue reading
On Sunday, June 10th, following Boston Pride’s Back Bay Block Party, I had the pleasure in seeing the Pointer Sisters perform for free at Copley Square, closing out the United States Conference of Mayors’ 86th Annual Meeting being held in the city. It was absolutely gorgeous out just prior to their performance. Mayor Walsh did … Continue reading
I personally think other people think it’s very odd that I can feel treated so poorly and simply not exist anymore, like disappear in a puff of smoke like the wicked witch. It’s as though I’m not show ashamed to show my face again because I do what I would like to without asking first. … Continue reading
Another year, yet another Pride attendance! Admittedly, no matter how many Pride’s I attend, I am just not a Pride person, but I am a community type, so attending is important regardless of what people think, or say, about me. In truth, I celebrate Pride 365 days a year, because I am very unashamed of … Continue reading
I had never actually been to the Dorchester Day Parade before, so being my first was pretty enjoyable on June 3rd, 2018. This included seeing the Suffolk County Sheriff Steve Tompkins, Boston City Council President Andrea Campbell, City Councilor Michael Flaherty, State Representative Dan Hunt, State Representative Dan Cullinane, and Mayor Marty Walsh. I was … Continue reading
(Photo credit: Portraits of America) The quote for this is as follows, back from January 2014: “My dream is to run for public office.” “What’s the highest-level public office you’d pursue?” “Probably Congress.” “Where would you like to make the biggest impact?” “I want to see more LGBT people in public office.” “What does this … Continue reading
This past Summer and Fall I volunteered with Greater Ashmont Main Street, mainly for their Farmer’s Market. I frequently attended the Summer Coffee Hours hosted by Greater Ashmont Main Street, and, as you can see, my arms are crossed. This is pretty signficant, as according to Westside Toastmasters‘ Book of Body Language, Chapter 4: Why … Continue reading
One of the greatest pleasure is every year having a part of the Boston Pride celebrations, as I did in 2012, 2014, and 2015. It is a wonderful thing to do every year! As usual, though there are certain events that strike greatly with me, such as the Political Forum held at the Edward M. … Continue reading
On July 22nd, 2017, the RoxVote Coalition held a Cookout with At-Large Candidates for Boston City Council behind Hibernian Hall in the rear parking lot, located in Dudley Square. Many candidates showed up to the event, including William King, Brian Keith, Domonique Williams, Althea Garrison, Joao DePina, Charles Clemmons Muhammad, and Rufus Faulk. Thanks @RoxVote … Continue reading
The houses we live often can say a lot of things about ourselves, our experiences, and our character. As such, I decided to simply briefly go over the houses I have lived in and ways they have shaped me. Growing up in Cambridge was a family affair. In this house I was surrounded by family, … Continue reading
As addressed in two previous posts, I have sought to discover just how far back my roots go in Boston, Massachusetts (United States) through my Jewish side of the family. I can definitively say that Philip’s earliest known location was in New York, on June 9th, 1895, according to Massachusetts Naturalization Record, coming from Antwerp, … Continue reading
On April 14th, 2016, I had the opportunity to meeting Ambassador Dennis Ross, who has a very long and distinguished career working in diplomatic relations, particularly with the Middle East, and dealing directly with the parties in negotiations. These include: During President Jimmy Carter’s administration, Ross worked under Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense Paul Wolfowitz in the Pentagon, co-authoring a … Continue reading
It was a pleasure to meet Dylan Kelly, Chapter Leader of the Massachusetts Log Cabin Republicans at the Boston Pride Political Forum on June 7th, 2016, during Pride Week. Certainly, there is no issue to me whether someone in the LGBT community is a Democrat, Republican, Independent, etc. only so long as they take a … Continue reading
Customer Service Experience The first job I had was at Dunkin’ Donuts, located at Ranger Plaza, in Methuen, MA. Even with my first job, there was contention over it between me and my family. My father was very displeased that I was not able to get employed somewhere closer to home, instead of working so … Continue reading
On July 31st, 2012, it was quite a pleasure to finally meet the openly bisexual Amanda Palmer. I had known of her for quite some time since my younger brother, Jeffrey, would play her music all the time, as part of the Dresden Dolls alongside Brian Viglione. These include from their self-titled album, The Dresden Dolls: … Continue reading
The first piece of legislation I ever worked on was the Transgender Equal Rights Bill. I put a great deal of work into it, volunteering to get it passed, because I knew that Transgender individuals were not really that different from me. It was just that simple. Gov Patrick speaks at the ceremonial signing of … Continue reading
For three summers during the 1990s, I attended the West End Camp in East Parsonfield, ME, which marked a pivotal time of my personal development. For some idea on what the camp is: West End House Camp, founded by James Storrow in 1908, comprises 135-acres, including 4,000 feet on beautiful Long Pond. We offer affordable … Continue reading
For the first time in 2011, I marched with a group in the Boston Pride Parade: MassEquality. If there is one thing Boston Pride 2011 wasn’t, it would be “dry.” It was raining the entire time. I recall Charles Street being one of the worst parts of the route that day. It was great to … Continue reading
The Progressive Democrat 