Don: For everyone to know peace and happiness in the coming year, and for America to just survive. 

Human Rights Campaign released a report this week that ranked the Keystone State among the worst in the nation for LGBT rights.

With Trumpocalypse a few weeks away, it may be tempting to assume, rightfully so, that the new administration will be tone-deaf to progressive causes. However, we have to hang onto a glimmer of hope that someone — anyone — who has the ear of the president-elect and his top advisors will understand the reality that marginalizing LGBT Americans is not a smart move.

If you’re anything like us, your email was likely bombarded earlier this week for requests to contribute to “Giving Tuesday.” Countless nonprofit organizations across the country, including many LGBT agencies in our region, used the occasion to promote their work and encourage financial or other support.