Summary
The May/June 2013 “Double Issue” of Equal Magazine also served as the 2013 Pittsburgh Pride magazine, celebrating Pittsburgh Pride, which took place from June 7-16, 2013. The issue’s theme was “I Wanna Marry You,” reflecting the ongoing fight for marriage equality at the time.Key highlights from the magazine include:
- Pittsburgh Pride 2013: The magazine serves as a guide to the events, including “Pride in the Street” featuring Adam Lambert, the Pride March, and PrideFest. It also lists various partner events and parties happening throughout Pride week.
- Theme of Marriage Equality: The issue heavily focuses on the push for same-sex marriage, with articles discussing the legal landscape (Prop 8 and DOMA), social media campaigns like the red equal sign on Facebook, and personal stories of inspiring couples. Political figures like Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald and Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl express their support for marriage equality.
- LGBT History: An article titled “From Stonewall to Now” provides a recap of the LGBT movement, highlighting significant events and challenges, including the Stonewall Riots, the AIDS epidemic, and legislative battles.
- Community and Support: The magazine emphasizes the importance of community, inclusion, and the role of allies. It features articles on faith communities welcoming LGBT individuals (“Circle of Faith”), and the work of organizations like the Delta Foundation of Pittsburgh, Persad Center, and the University of Pittsburgh’s Office of Health Science Diversity.
- Local Businesses and Organizations: Numerous Pittsburgh-based businesses, non-profits, and city council members are featured as proud supporters and sponsors of Pittsburgh Pride and the LGBT community. These include UPMC, PNC Bank, Ernst & Young, Highmark, American Eagle Outfitters, Jim Beam, Rivers Casino, and UBS, among others.
- Contributors: The magazine lists its editorial team, including Editor-in-Chief Joe King, and various guest contributors who wrote articles and provided photography.
- TransPride: A dedicated section announces TransPride events from June 21-23, 2013, focusing on creating safe and supportive spaces for all gender identities.
- Advertising and Subscriptions: The magazine includes advertisements from its sponsors and encourages readers to subscribe to Equal Magazine.