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Date:         Thu, 23 Jul 1992 16:57:39 -0400
From:         gaynet@ATHENA.MIT.EDU
Subject:      GayNet Digest Volume 5 Issue 572

In this issue:
                               More films
            more on films: Van Sant; derrick mickle's wisdom
           Applications invited for CA Curriculum Commission
                    Clinton/Gore rally in St. Louis
                               An Inquiry
                       Article from sci.med.aids
                     "One Life To Live" (Thursday)
                     Problematic Sig file (to some)
                                gregory
                       Dear Netters from a Lurker
                              queer carl?

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Date: Thu, 23 Jul 92 13:44:58 EDT
Subject: More films
From: An Anonymous Sender

       First, to revive a tired subject, did anyone _read_ SotL?  I
personally thought the book much more clearly explained the TV, TS, gay,
not-gay thing.  And, the character of Clarise is a much stronger person in
the book.  The movie was very well done, but you are bound to lose the
subtleties and dialogue a book allows.  I definately recommend it as a good
weekend read, I was able to finish it cover to cover on a 6 hour flight
from NY to LA.  Also, Lecter is so much more interesting.
        OK, on another subject,  has anyone seen Wild At Heart by David
Lynch?  I was horrified by this movie.  Speaking of films that trash
women!!  It upset me enough that I left before it ended, crying and
nauseous.  Do I think it should be censored, no.  Do I think I'd recommend
it to my friends?  Only if they wanted to see a movie that would offend
them.  I'm just curious what you all thought, if you care to comment that
is.

                                            LOCKE

"I myself have never been able to find out precisely what feminism is.  I
only know that people call me a feminist whenever I express sentiments that
differentiate me from a doormat, or a prostitute."   -Rebecca West, 1913

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Date: Thu, 23 Jul 1992 10:27:01 -0700
From: Jessea N. R. Greenman <jnrg@ocf.Berkeley.EDU>
Subject: more on films: Van Sant; derrick mickle's wisdom

From small note in today San Francisco Sentinel (gay newspaper of
dubious reliability): "Craig Zadan of Storyline Productions has confirmed
reports that Gus Van Sant has been signed on to direct the film version
of 'The Mayor of Castro Street.' If all goes according to plan, filming
will begin April 1 in San Francisco.  That, however, depends on how
well Becky Johnston's script (she scripted 'Prince of Tides') is received
by Zadan, Producer Oliver Stone, and Van Sant.  At this writing,
no concrete decisions have been been made as to who will play
Harvey Milk, though Robin Williams is likely candidate.  Casting
will get underway after the scrpt has been approved, which could
be as early as November." written by entertainment writer Steve Warren.

I must hasten a correction: Oliver Stone is not producer. Zadan (who
is gay) and a gay male colleague of his and an Asian-American woman
Janet ____(sorry, blanking on those last two names) are the three
producers.  Janet is affiliated with Oliver Stone's production company.

Re Derrick Mickle's extended and profound post analyzing some of the
complex interactions between film-makers and their markets/audiences:
yes!  AND, Marlon Riggs, gay African-American film-maker (Ethnic
Notions, Tongues Untied, Color Adjustment) confronted Spike Lee
on Spike's homophobia during a lecture-discussion Mr. Lee
gave here at Berkeley last year.  Mr. Lee's response was something
along the lines of "Oh, I am not homophobic, I was just trying to
portray the homophobia that exists in society."  Needless to say,
this represents a misunderstanding on several levels regarding
homophobia and the media impact of portrayals of same.  However, I
do believe it represents a not-totally closed-minded attitude
on SpiKe Lee's part, so we can approach this as the beginning of
Mr. Lee's learning curve regarding our community.  Translation:
we need to keep up the input to Mr. Lee at every opportunity.
If he can try to unlearn sexism, he can try to unlearn heterosexiam
and homophobia.  We can help by sending him stuff and by speaking
out to him at every opportunity.  Anybody got his address?

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Date: Thu, 23 Jul 1992 10:38:50 -0700
From: Jessea N. R. Greenman <jnrg@ocf.Berkeley.EDU>
Subject: Applications invited for CA Curriculum Commission

[quoting from an official announcement]
"The California State Board of Education seeks applications of
candidates for appointment to the Curriculum Development and
Supplemental Materials Commission (CDSMC).  The CDSMC is a
statutorily constituted advisory body to the State Board of
Education and the Superintendent of Public Instruction on
all matters pertaining to curriculum framework development
and instructional materials adoption.  The Board appoints
13 members of the CDSMC, each representing different public
and professional groups.

Currently, the Board is seeking a qualified candidate to represent
kindergarten through grade twelve teachers, administrators, or
representatives of higher education especially with subject
matter expertise in Mathematics or English-Language Arts.

In making its appointments, the Board attempts to keep the CDSMC's
composition reflective of California's general population within
the specific constraints of law.  Seven of the thirteen Board
appointments must be teachers.

The work of the CDSMC is important and demanding.  Individuals
applying should be knowledgeable and willing to commit the
time and effort required to devote additional time to committee
work as necessary.

CDSMC terms are four years.  The term of the pending appointment
will begin November 1, 1992.  Only travel expenses are reimbursed.

Applications should be submitted to the Board Office as soon as
possible and postmarked no later than FRIDAY, AUGUST 28, 1992.

All applications will be carefully screened and those candidates
selected will be asked to appear for an interview.  Interviews
are anticipated in October.  Announcement of the Board's
appointments will follow soon thereafter.

For copies of the application, please call or write to:
State Board of Education, POB 944272, Sacramento CA 94244-2720
916-657-5478."

END OF QUOTED ANNOUNCEMENT

Folks, I cannot emphasize how important this is: the future health
and success of our community depends on our inclusion in public
education, and California's Curriculum Commission is arguably
the most powerful and influential such body in the country.
Please refer the above announcement to all eligible l/g/bi
people and encourage them to apply.  Please offer to
interested. eligible candidates that they can call me at
GLAAD/SFBA for advice and support.  Thanks. Jessea Greenman.
GLAAD/SFBA 415-861-4588.  Our fax is 415-861-4893 and I'd love
mailed or faxed copies of any applications submitted by members
of our community.
Ta Ta For Now!

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Date: Thu, 23 Jul 1992 13:21 CST
From: SIMERLGD@SLUVCA.SLU.EDU
Subject: Clinton/Gore rally in St. Louis

The Clinton/Gore rally in St. Louis yesterday attracted between twenty and
thirty thousand people. This was the last stop on their bus tour that
began in NY. I saw only a couple of l/g/b or AIDS posters, banners, etc., but
that might have been because we were off to one side and behind the speaker's
platform. We were able to hear about half of what Clinton said, and none of it
included anything about l/g/b issues. As Clinton et al. were boarding the bus,
we heard (but couldn't see) a group yelling "what about AIDS, Bill." I hope
that the convention won't turn out to be the only mention of l/g/b issues.

Cheers,
Greg Simerly
Saint Louis University
simerlgd@sluvca
simerlgd@sluvca.slu.edu

PS-anyone besides me on the net in St. Louis?

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Date: Thursday, 23 July 92 13:57:04 CST
From: LLRLF%UTXDP.BITNET@utxvm.cc.utexas.edu
Subject: An Inquiry

Does anybody in the GayNet know where I can get a copy of the "Definetly
Gay"-"Definetly Straight" posters that were such a controversy several
months ago? I believe that a Boston newspaper ran these, but I never
found out which and when.  Help!

Richard Foster
UT-Austin, Texas

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From: scott@phlpa.pha.pa.us (Scott Scheingold)
Subject: Article from sci.med.aids
Date: Thu, 23 Jul 92 14:42:05 EDT

I just got this article from the group sci.med.aids and I wanted to pass it
along. It does prove to be interesting but how true? I have followed alot of
theories from the  government did it to get rid of gays to this. I would be
interested to correspond with people about this "theroy" and what they
think. While I feel if it is true it may be a better way to find a way to
fight this. ( That is only my opinion)


Scott



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