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ON THE COVER
& ON THIS PAGE
PETE BUTTIGIEG
FEATURES
11 DREAM DENIED
CALIFORNIA SCHOOL CRUELTY
12 A BETTER TOMORROW
WHY PETE BUTTIGIEG MAKES
THE GOP NERVOUS
16 THE NEXT CHAPTER
NOAH’S ARC: THE MOVIE
DEPARTMENTS
06 THE EDITOR
08 THE TALK
10 THE CITY
14 THE NATION
18 THE SHARE
22 THE EVENT
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In this issue Victor Melamed explores why Pete Buttigieg makes the
GOP nervous (“A Better Tomorrow,” page 12-13).
Buttigieg continues to be a significant concern for the Republican Party
as the 2028 presidential election approaches. His unique combination
of intellectual prowess, articulate communication, and a compelling
background — as a Rhodes Scholar, Afghanistan veteran, and former
mayor—makes him a formidable potential Democratic candidate.
He challenges Republican attempts to caricature him, speaking with
measured conviction that resonates with a broad range of voters, from
suburbanites to working-class communities.
Perhaps most unsettling for the GOP is Buttigieg’s identity as the first
openly gay major presidential candidate. His comfortable presence on
the national stage alongside his husband, Chasten, forces the Republican
Party to confront evolving cultural norms.
While some may try to leverage his sexuality against him, such tactics
often backfire with younger and more moderate voters who increasingly
value diversity. His candidacy directly challenges deeply ingrained biases,
posing a substantial hurdle for a party often struggling with outreach to
diverse communities.
Also in the issue — a report on Caleb Degala-Burnett, a promising
eighth-grade baseball player, facing direct discrimination from Valley
Christian School in California, which rescinded its recruitment offer due to
his fathers’ same-sex marriage (“Dream Denied,” page 11).
The school explicitly cited a conflict with its “Christian values,”
illustrating a widespread loophole in federal law that allows private
institutions to deny admission based on sexual orientation. This incident,
which deeply angered Caleb and drew criticism from Equality California,
underscores how legal gaps perpetuate such discriminatory practices
against LGBTQ+ families.
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>> WHAT THEY’RE SAYING <<
COMPETE AGAIN
“After taking a step away,
I realized I miss skiing,
and I really want to
compete again.”
—Gay Olympic freeskiing
medalist Gus Kenworthy
announcing he’s ending his
retirement to compete at the
Milano Cortina 2026 Winter
Olympics, to
ESPN.
BRANDON
FLYNN
ANGIE
CRAIG
MY WHOLE LIFE
“I wake up every single day and
watch an administration take
away the rights of communities
that I care about and people that
I love… This is a fight I’ve been
fighting my whole life.”
—Lesbian Rep. Angie Craig
saying she’s “ready for the fight”
in her run to be Minnesota’s
next U.S. senator, in an
interview with The
Advocate, last
month.
GUS
KENWORTHY
THAT TRUTH
“This story dares to present
James Dean as a man
with real, complex
relationships, and I
think there’s power
in that truth.”
—Actor Brandon Flynn on
playing James Dean in the
upcoming new biopic “Willy
and Jimmy Dean” to the
Hollywood Reporter
last month.
TIGHT LOTUS
“… I was at the gym… and a guy walked up to
me and said, ‘I love your work, and I had to
come over to you because my boyfriend just
booked playing Saxon Ratliff in ‘The Tight Lotus.’”
—Patrick Schwarzenegger recounting how he learned
about “The Tight Lotus,” a gay porn parody of The White
Lotus Season 3 (in which he starred), to W Magazine.
JUSSIE
SMOLLETT
COME OUT
“It was either
come out or kill
myself.”
—First openly gay
rugby star Keegan
Hirst sharing
candid
details
about
his coming out
journey on the
All Out with Jon Dean
podcast, last month.
SAID YES
“I’ll be spending
my birthday with
my Fiancé He
said YES.”
—“Empire” alum
Jussie Smollett
announcing his
engagement
to Jabari
Redd on
Instagram,
last month.
KEEGAN
HIRST
COMPLETELY
FREE
“Moving forward
means feeling
completely free and
myself,”
—Erik Shoji, captain of the U.S.
Men’s National Volleyball Team,
coming out on social media last
month.
ERIK
SHOJI
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SAN DIEGO
PRIDE ROCKED BY
KEHLANI CONTROVERSY
AND INTERNAL STRIFE
More than 30 community members
have signed an open letter calling for
urgent reforms at San Diego Pride, citing
a crisis in leadership, staff departures,
canceled programs, and a breakdown
in transparency. The letter demands
governance changes, an independent
audit, and clearer leadership practices just
weeks before the 2025 Pride festivities.
The organization is also facing sponsor
withdrawals and community backlash
over headliner Kehlani’s pro-Palestinian
views. San Diego Pride clarified it does
not endorse performers’ political stances,
while Kehlani denied accusations of
antisemitism, stating she is speaking out
against genocide and violence.
KEHLANI.
PHOTO: TORE SÆTRE,
VIA WIKIMEDIA
COMMONS
PALM SPRINGS
TERROR THREAT
INTENSIFIES DEBATE OVER
CLOSING ARENAS ROAD
FOR LGBT SAFETY
Discussions about closing gay section
of Arenas Road in Palm Springs to vehicle
traffic are intensifying after a recent
terrorist attack raised safety concerns.
Some residents and business owners
support making the road pedestrian-only
to protect the LGBTQ+ community, citing it
as a potential target. However, others worry
about losing already limited parking, which
could hurt retail businesses. Mayor Ron
deHarte and police officials emphasize
the importance of broader public safety
measures and community outreach rather
than street closures. No decision has been
made, but locals say Arenas remains a vital
community space.
LOS ANGELES
CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL LOS
ANGELES SHUTS DOWN
TRANSGENDER CARE
PROGRAM
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is
shutting down its Center for Trans Youth
Health and Development and its genderaffirming
surgical program, citing financial
and legal pressures, including executive
orders from President Donald Trump and
California’s budget crisis. The hospital
warned it could lose critical federal
funding tied to Medicaid and Medi-Cal if
it continued transgender care for youth.
Officials said the hospital could only
operate for 50 days without that support.
The closure is set for July 22, with families
being notified and assistance offered to
find alternative care. The Los Angeles LGBT
Center organized a rally in response. LA
city councilmembers, advocates, medical
professionals, parents, and community
leaders stood together to demand lifesaving
healthcare for trans youth.
WEST HOLLYWOOD
HAMBURGER MARY’S
BREAKS WORLD RECORD
Hamburger Mary’s WeHo was presented
with a certificate of world greatness by
the Guinness World Records, recognizing
it as the Longest-Running Drag-Themed
Restaurant in the world. Drag historian
Joe E. Jeffreys presented the certificate
to owners Dale Warner and Ruben
Lopez, along with cast members of the
Sunday Drag Brunch, last month. Jeffreys
stated that Guinness reached out to
him as part of an initiative to expand
their drag-related categories. This led
to Hamburger Mary’s being recognized
for its continuous operation since it was
first founded in San Francisco in 1972,
marking 52 years of serving gourmet
burgers alongside glitter, glamour, and
groundbreaking drag performances.
SANTA MONICA
SANTA MONICA
CELEBRATES PRIDE WITH
CITYWIDE FESTIVITIES
Santa Monica held its annual SaMo
Pride celebration last month with citywide
events including drag performances,
beach volleyball, live music, and comedy
shows. The festivities, which began in
2019, aimed to promote LGBTQ+ visibility
and inclusivity for all ages. The day also
coincided with Make Music Day, featuring
free outdoor concerts. Additional Pride
events continued throughout June. n
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CALEB DEGALA-BURNETT.
PHOTO: MICHAELDEGALA.
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DREAM DENIED
School rejects top athlete due to
parents’ same-sex marriage
Rising baseball talent Caleb Degala-Burnett, an eighthgrader
from Union City, was actively recruited by Valley
Christian School in Dublin, California, for its strong
academics and baseball program. Recognized as a “college
prospect,” Caleb and his father, Mike Degala, discussed
financial aid for the $24,000 annual tuition, according to The San
Francisco Standard.
However, the school’s interest abruptly ceased. Mike Degala
reported that a school official stated their “same-sex marriage
doesn’t align with our Christian values” and that the school
“would lose supporters.”
Caleb, who had previously faced childhood taunts but not
institutional discrimination, expressed his anger, emphasizing
that “It really shouldn’t matter what your family is.” While federal
law prohibits discrimination based on race, color, and national
origin, it does not prevent private schools from rejecting
students based on sexual orientation.
Jorge Reyes Salinas of Equality California called the situation
“unacceptable regardless of the school’s private or religious
status.” Caleb’s father, Master Burnett, raised by Southern
Baptist missionaries, expressed disappointment, stating, “I don’t
consider discrimination a Christian value.” The family is moving
forward, with Caleb attending James Logan High School, his
father concluding, “It’s their loss.” n
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A
BETTER
TOMORROW
Why Pete Buttigieg Makes The GOP Nervous
BY VICTOR MELAMED
As eyes turn towards the upcoming
drama of the 2028 presidential
election, one figure consistently
causes a ripple of unease within
the Republican Party: Pete Buttigieg.
The former Mayor of South Bend,
Indiana, and former Secretary of
Transportation, Buttigieg possesses a
unique blend of attributes that make
him a formidable potential candidate
for the Democratic nomination, and
consequently, a source of significant
apprehension for the GOP.
INTELLECT AND APPEAL
His intellectual prowess and
articulate communication style
are often cited as major strengths.
Buttigieg’s ability to calmly and
thoughtfully dissect complex policy
issues, often in appearances on
conservative media, has earned him a
reputation as a clear and unflappable
debater. This stands in stark contrast
to some of the more boisterous and
often gaffe-prone figures that have
dominated recent political cycles, and
it presents a challenge for Republicans
seeking to caricature him.
They find it harder to dismiss “Mayor
Pete” as a radical liberal when he
speaks with such measured conviction.
Furthermore, Buttigieg’s background
offers a compelling narrative. A
Rhodes Scholar, a veteran of the war
in Afghanistan, and a former mayor of a
mid-sized Rust Belt city, he embodies a
blend of intellectualism and practical, onthe-ground
experience. This resonates
with a wide range of voters, from collegeeducated
suburbanites to working-class
communities, giving him a broader
appeal than some other Democratic
hopefuls.
SOURCE OF DISCOMFORT
But perhaps the most profound source
of Republican discomfort lies in his
identity as the first openly gay major
presidential candidate.
In a political climate where LGBTQ+
“WHILE SOME
WITHIN THE GOP
MIGHT ATTEMPT
TO DISMISS HIS
CANDIDACY BASED
ON HIS SEXUALITY,
THE REALITY IS THAT
SUCH ATTACKS
OFTEN BACKFIRE,
ESPECIALLY WITH
YOUNGER AND MORE
MODERATE VOTERS
WHO INCREASINGLY
EMBRACE DIVERSITY
AND INCLUSION.”
rights continue to be a flashpoint,
Buttigieg’s presence on the national
stage, and his genuine comfort in his
identity alongside his husband Chasten,
forces a reckoning for a party that often
relies on traditional cultural touchstones.
While some within the GOP might
attempt to dismiss his candidacy based
on his sexuality, the reality is that such
attacks often backfire, especially with
younger and more moderate voters
who increasingly embrace diversity and
inclusion. His very existence as a viable
presidential contender challenges deeply
ingrained stereotypes and biases, and
for a party that often struggles with
outreach to diverse communities, this is a
significant hurdle.
REPUBLICAN STRATEGY
For the 2028 elections, the Democratic
field is already taking shape, with figures
like Kamala Harris, Governors Gavin
Newsom and Gretchen Whitmer,
and Senator Josh Shapiro also being
discussed as potential contenders.
Buttigieg’s early moves, including
recent appearances in key early primary
states like Iowa, signal his continued
national ambitions, reinforcing the idea
that he is actively considering another run
for the highest office.
The Republican strategy against
Buttigieg, should he emerge as the
Democratic nominee, will likely be
multifaceted. They may attempt to
paint him as too liberal for mainstream
America, despite his often pragmatic
and moderate policy stances. They might
also try to highlight his relative youth or
perceived lack of executive experience
compared to some of his rivals. However,
the “gay factor” remains a potent, if often
unspoken, element of their calculation.
How they navigate a general election
against a highly intelligent, articulate, and
openly gay veteran will be a true test of the
evolving dynamics of American politics.
Pete Buttigieg, through his very being
and political acumen, is forcing the
GOP to confront a new reality, and that,
more than anything, is what makes them
nervous.
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AT THE ABBEY
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THENATION
>> NEWS BRIEFS <<
ELIZABETH
WARREN
WARREN &
COLLINS PUSH
FOR SAME-SEX
MARRIAGE TAX
EQUALITY
On the 10th anniversary of
the Obergefell v. Hodges ruling
legalizing same-sex marriage,
Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-
MA) and Susan Collins (R-ME)
have reintroduced the Refund
Equality Act. This bipartisan
bill would allow same-sex
married couples to amend past
tax returns, enabling them to
claim an estimated $55 million
in refunds to correct previous
financial disparities.
NEW INJECTABLE
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AGAINST HIV
The FDA has approved Yeztugo
(lenacapavir), a new injectable
drug from Gilead that offers
96% protection against
HIV. Administered every six
months, it nearly eliminated
the virus’s spread in trials.
While a significant prevention
advancement, its $14,109 per injection price raises accessibility concerns. The drug was
previously approved for treating multi-drug-resistant HIV.
SUPREME
COURT BACKS
PARENTS ON
OPT-OUT
FOR LGBTQ+
BOOKS
The Supreme Court
ruled 6-3 that parents
in Montgomery County,
Maryland, can opt
their children out of
elementary school classes
using LGBTQ-themed
books. The conservative
majority, led by Justice
Samuel Alito, found the
school board’s refusal
violated parents’ First Amendment religious freedom rights. Dissenting Justice Sonia
Sotomayor warned of “chaos for this nation’s public schools.”
FEDS ORDER
CALIFORNIA TO RESCIND
TRANS ATHLETE PRIZES
The Secretary of Education, Linda
McMahon, has ordered California
to rescind sports prizes awarded to
transgender athletes and ban them
from competition within 10 days.
McMahon claims the state’s allowance of
transgender athletes on teams aligning
with their gender identity violates Title IX,
directly challenging a 2013 California law.
The California Department of Education
has not yet commented.
JUDGE BLOCKS TRUMP
PASSPORT POLICY
FOR TRANSGENDER,
NONBINARY, AND
INTERSEX AMERICANS
A federal judge has expanded an order
blocking a Trump administration policy
that required passport applicants’ sex
designations to reflect their sex “at
conception.” This ruling now allows all
transgender, nonbinary, and intersex
Americans to seek passports aligning with
their gender identity, as the government
failed to justify the policy. n
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JULY 2025 | THE FIGHT 15

THE NEXT CHAPTER
“Noah’s Arc: The Movie” explores fatherhood and
new beginnings, now streaming on Paramount+
The beloved “Noah’s Arc” universe expands once more with
the highly anticipated premiere of “Noah’s Arc: The Movie,”
now streaming exclusively on Paramount+.
Released last month, this new film marks a significant
milestone, arriving 20 years after the original series first debuted,
and continuing the rich narratives of its iconic characters.
Visionary creator and executive producer Patrik-Ian Polk returns
to helm this latest chapter, which catches up with Noah, Alex, Ricky,
and Chance as they navigate new stages of life.
At the heart of the new movie is the evolving journey of Noah (Darryl
Stephens) and Wade (Jensen Atwood), who are now expecting twins.
Their lives take an unexpected turn when both are offered their dream
jobs, forcing them to grapple with the momentous decision of which
partner will take on the role of a stay-at-home parent.
“It’s fascinating to explore how these characters have grown
and changed over the years,” Patrik-Ian Polk shared in a recent
interview. “We wanted to delve into themes that resonate with our
audience now, and the journey of fatherhood for gay men, and
the choices that come with it, felt incredibly timely and universal. It
brings new layers of drama, comedy, and heartfelt moments that
‘Noah’s Arc’ is known for.”
The film also delves into Alex (Rodney Chester) and Trey’s (Gregory
BY PATRICK TSAKUDA
Kieth) experiences raising a teenager, and explores the realities of gay
men moving into middle age, touching on health and relationship
dynamics for Ricky (Christian Vincent) and Chance (Doug Spearman).
The original core cast members—Darryl Stephens, Christian
Vincent, Rodney Chester, and Doug Spearman—all reprise their
roles, joined by returning favorites like Jensen Atwood as Wade
and Wilson Cruz as Dr. Junito Vargas.
The movie also features exciting special appearances from
television legends Jasmine Guy and TC Carson, alongside reality
“IT’S FASCINATING TO EXPLORE HOW THESE CHARACTERS HAVE
GROWN AND CHANGED OVER THE YEARS. WE WANTED TO DELVE
INTO THEMES THAT RESONATE WITH OUR AUDIENCE NOW…”
TV stars TS Madison and Kennedy Davenport, among others.
“Noah’s Arc: The Movie” follows the events of the 2020 reunion
special “Noah’s Arc: The ‘Rona Chronicles,” offering fans a
seamless continuation of the story. Its release during Pride Month
reinforces the series’ enduring legacy as a vital space for authentic
Black queer representation and joy.
“The unwavering support from our fans has been truly incredible,”
added Darryl Stephens in a recent press event. “To bring these
stories back, especially two decades later, and to see new generations
discover them, is a testament to the power of seeing yourself reflected
on screen. We hope this film continues to offer that same sense of
community and validation that the original series did.”
Viewers can now stream the film exclusively on Paramount+.
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THEIR BEST LIVES
We asked these clean and sober individuals with different lengths
of recovery time about the tools they use to live their best lives
BEING OF
SERVICE
“I’m doing everything
that I did 17 years
ago. I go to one
meeting every day.
I’m involved in the
program of recovery,
I’m of service. I
stay busy. I’m a
secretary now. I
have sponsees. I
have a big sober
family and we’re
engaged every
day—we read the
Daily Reflections.
I share and reflect
on that. I just surrender
to the Program, because the disease is active in my mind and
in my life. When the work gets me tired, because it can get
very repetitive, I get more involved. I throw myself into service
more. Before I got sober, I was in my disease. My only way
of living was the bottle and my negative mind. I was living in
fear, it was all the about self, about being unhappy and
acquiring toxic relationships.
I was busy with my men. I
wanted them to love me and
praise me and that was my
life. I was mentally sick and
emotionally bankrupt, and now
I’m busy being of service.”
—Claudia Estrada, sober since
May 15, 2008.
STAY PRESENT
“I stay sober by practicing
honesty, open-mindedness,
and willingness. Today I show
up for myself and I’m part of a
community. I stay present, making
sure that I’m always open minded
when I meet with my sponsor and
I follow that direction and I get out
of my own way. Before I got sober,
KASEY
NELSON
CLAUDIA
ESTRADA
I was self-centered, I was ego driven. It was debauchery.
It was self-loathing. It was just me in my own way and
in my own mess. It was desolate. It was dark. Now I’m a
proud product of the Van Ness Recovery House. I wear
that like a badge of honor. The Van Ness House showed
me the tools that it takes to work a program. It’s a program
of willingness. Then there’s also the daily work. You can get
sober, but you have to stay sober, and that’s where the daily
work comes in. I’m closing in on eight years this fall, and I
feel lucky.”
—Kasey Nelson—sober since December, 21 2017.
PAUL
HANCOCK
MY
PERSPECTIVE
“I have a morning
routine that includes
journaling and prayer
and meditation. I don’t
do it perfectly, but
when I do it, my day
tends to go a little bit
better. I try to reach
out to other sober
people on a regular
basis. I just keep up
with them and talk
about what’s going
on with me because if
I don’t, I tend to keep
everything in. That’s
when my disease
kind of takes over. I
try to be compassionate towards myself,
because I have a pretty negative narrator,
and I try to catch that when it happens. I
try to redirect the thinking or the thought
patterns about whatever’s going on in
that moment because my inner saboteur
will try to take over. I go to meetings,
take service positions, fellowship… These
tools have changed my outlook and my
perspective on things. It’s given me a
sense of a Higher Power that I didn’t
even know existed.”
—Drew Ransom, sober since
January 4. 2024.
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LOS ANGELES PRIDE PARADE 2025
Los Angeles Pride 2025 celebrated the enduring strength and resilience of the LGBTQ+ community last month with its powerful
theme, Pride Marches On. The parade proudly featured a stellar lineup of grand marshals, including actor Andrew Rannells,
popular social media duo Trino Garcia and Adam Vasquez (TrinoxAdam), and married couple Niecy Nash and Jessica Betts.
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When alarming symptoms arise, you want the best care possible. And when
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