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3rd November 2009

Election Day – Day 62 of 365

written by dav.d
50 stars and 13 stripes

50 stars and 13 stripes

I went to go vote this morning and I snapped a photograph of the sun shining through the flag of this the United States of America. In my district there was only one thing on the ballot – whether to issue a bond for the Granite School district. But still – I feel it my duty as an American to vote – and my privilege to vote.

Having been raised as a military brat as a kid I did see the men and women who fight and serve our country to keep it free. And I support them – where ever they are. I also support the fight for freedom and equality. One hundred years ago women were not allowed to vote. African americans had to win their freedom and then had to fight for the right to vote.

So vote! Don’t take it lightly.

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22nd June 2009

Human Rights Campaign Gala Dinner 2009

written by dav.d
Glassware and lights create a very cool photograph

Glassware and lights create a very cool photograph

Saturday night I photographed the Human Rights Campain Gala Dinner in Salt Lake City, Utah. I will say that I rock as an event photographer – and I am not afraid to toot my own horn. I should change my business cards to say dav.d, ninja photographer.

I get everywhere and I try to photograph everyone and everything. And I try to be as unobtrusive as possible. (more…)

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29th May 2009

Equality Utah bids farewell to Mike Thompson

written by dav.d

A toast to Mike Thompson and his work at Equality Utah

A toast to Mike Thompson and his work at Equality Utah


Equality Utah bid farewell to one hell of a leader this week. Mike Thompson has lead the fight for equal rights in the gay, lesbian, transgender, and bisexual community here in Utah for the last few years. He is leaving Utah with 3 openly gay legislators and a number of allies in the legislature.

Thousands of people state wide have benefited from his leadership and from his knack for fund raising. Politics is fund raising and he has been a champion.
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27th May 2009

An Evening of Protest

written by dav.d

A gay couple kiss in front of the Salt Lake City Mormon Temple

A gay couple kiss in front of the Salt Lake City Mormon Temple


To say that the California Supreme Court’s judicial decision regarding Proposition 8 was a disappointment would be an understatement. There were two good things that came out of the ruling – there are 18,000 gay marriages that are legal and protected by law in California. The second thing is that the fight for equality under the law continues.
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20th February 2009

Equality Utah vs. Sutherland Institute Debate

written by dav.d

Lively debate – what a country! And there is no surprise – I will admit I am biased. I am rooting for Equality Utah. I believe that we must fight for the rights of gay, lesbian, transgender and other people in the community.

The debate was spirited. I will stop my commentary now and I will let the photos speak for themselves. Tonight the news channels will have their sound bytes and channel 9 should replay the debate in full.

Click any of the following photos to go to my SmugMug gallery with about 168 photos.

Photo of the Equality Utah vs Sutherland Institute Debate

Photo of the Equality Utah vs Sutherland Institute Debate

Photo of the Equality Utah vs Sutherland Institute Debate

Photo of the Equality Utah vs Sutherland Institute Debate

Photo of the Equality Utah vs Sutherland Institute Debate

Photo of the Equality Utah vs Sutherland Institute Debate

Photo of the Equality Utah vs Sutherland Institute Debate

Photo of the Equality Utah vs Sutherland Institute Debate

Photo of the Equality Utah vs Sutherland Institute Debate

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5th February 2009

Utah’s Homeless Youth

written by dav.d

Last week I had the photography assignment of my life – it is changing my life. If photography is meant to do anything it is to raise awareness of issues that touch to the very core of humanity. It captures both beauty and ugly. It brings to light to the darkness that we don’t see.

These two photos are just a preview of what I hope will become a photo book that will accompany a documentary. The documentary is exploring the division of families by Proposition 8 and the LDS church. It also explorers the problems of suicide and homelessness. There are hundreds and possibly thousands of youth who were kicked out of their homes for being gay, lesbian, transexual, or bisexual.

These photos show where some of the homeless youth live. The location is known as a “squat.” Currently Utah law prevents providing shelter to homeless youth. If you would like to help donate food, sleeping bags or just volunteer to help visit the Utah Pride Center’s website for more information.

Photo of Gay Homeless Youth

Photo of Gay Homeless Youth

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24th January 2009

Rally for Common Grounds Initiative

written by dav.d

Rain, rain, go away.

Well, the rain didn’t go away. However, it did not drench the spirit of several hundred people who marched from Washington Square to the Utah State Capitol. At the capitol we listened to testimonials of several individuals including gay, bisexual, lesbian and transgender.

Several of these people have faced discrimination in the workplace. One person was fired from his job because he was bisexual. We are not fighting for “special” rights. We are fighting for the same rights as everyone else. The right to work, live, and several others. Click any of the following photos to see the full gallery.

I had brought my Lowpro backpack – which helped protect my lenses. Because of the rain I used my Nikon D300 and the Nikkor 18-200mm lens. The primary benefit of the 18-200 is not having to change lenses in bad weather.

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23rd January 2009

Equality Utah, A Private Reception

written by dav.d

Equality Utah held a private reception with Kate Kendall from the No On 8 campaign. The venue was hosted at the Alta Club in Salt Lake City. The top supporters and contributors were invited for a more private and intimate setting.

There was a question and answer session. Kate talked about factors on both sides that helped and hurt the campaign.

Kate discussed the future of the campaign in court and what to do depending on the California’s Supreme Court eventual ruling.

Click any of the following photos to see the full gallery.

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