Free Speech Coalition
Calif. Officials Reassign Condom Initiative Back to Prop. 60
In a release Saturday evening, officials announced that the Safer Sex in the Adult Film Industry Act slated for the Nov. 8 ballot has been reassigned back to its original designation — Proposition 60.
L.A. HIV Commission Votes to Oppose Condom Ballot Measure
The Los Angeles County Commission on HIV has voted unanimously to recommend opposition to the so-called “Safer Sex in Adult Film Production Act” ballot measure, according to the Free Speech Coalition.
Dallas Responds to Exxxotica's Federal Lawsuit
The City of Dallas has the right to block Exxxotica from a new contract at its municipal convention center because the adult exhibition previously violated its contract at a previous show, according to a response to a lawsuit filed by the porn expo.
The Condom Battle Is Far From Over
On Feb. 18, Cal/OSHA’s Standards Board voted down new regulations for adult film performers. These regulations not only included mandatory condoms, but latex dental dams to protect the mouth and eye protection such as goggles. This was a huge victory for adult performers, and the adult industry in general. However, the battle is far from over.
Mile High Named 2016 FSC Production Company of the Year
The Free Speech Coalition honored recipients of the 2016 FSC Awards at a luncheon last Friday at the 2016 XBIZ Show, where it named Mile High Media the Production Company of the Year.
FSC Appoints Eric Paul Leue as Executive Director
The Free Speech Coalition today said that longtime entrepreneur and HIV/AIDS activist Eric Paul Leue will take over as executive director of the adult industry trade organization.
FSC to Discuss New Year Plans at ANME
The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) is kicking off 2016 with a booth at the Adult Novelty Manufacturers Expo (ANME), held at the Burbank Airport Marriott, Jan. 11-12.
Charlie Sheen Reveals He Is HIV Positive
In an interview with Matt Lauer on NBC's "Today" show this morning, Charlie Sheen revealed that he was diagnosed HIV positive in 2011, and has paid people up to $10 million over the past 4 years to keep them from sharing his illness.
FSC Responds to Allegations of HIV-Positive Actor Sleeping With Adult Performers
The Free Speech Coalition told XBIZ that no adult performers have tested positive for HIV in their industry testing system, despite allegations by an unnamed adult film actress that 50 performers had sex with an HIV-positive Hollywood actor.
Nominations Period Begins for 2016 FSC Board of Directors
Free Speech Coalition (FSC), the adult industry trade association, has opened its call for nominations for the 2016 Board of Directors.
'FSC After Dark' Fashion Show, Auction Raises Funds for Free Speech
Some of the biggest stars in the adult industry came together Thursday night for a good cause at the first ever “FSC After Dark: Capes & Panties” porn star fashion show and auction.
'FSC After Dark' Fundraiser Set for Tomorrow
The "FSC After Dark: Capes & Panties," a porn star fashion show and auction to help fund the Free Speech Coalition’s mission to protect speech in adult entertainment, will take place tomorrow, Sept. 24, at Supperclub in Hollywood.
'FSC After Dark' Fashion Show, Auction Party Open to Public
Free Speech Coalition, the leading non-profit trade association for the adult entertainment and pleasure products industry, will present “FSC After Dark, Capes & Panties,” a once-in-a-lifetime porn star fashion show and auction to support free speech on Thursday, Sept. 24 at the Supperclub LA.
FSC CEO Diane Duke Responds to AHF's FPPC Claim
Free Speech Coalition CEO Diane Duke on Saturday issued a statement regarding a claim made by AIDS Healthcare Foundation that the state's Fair Political Practices Commission is going to investigate the porn industry over it's "No on Measure B" campaign.
Adult Industry Contingent Opposes Cal/OSHA Regs at San Diego Hearing
Adult performers and producers joined with infectious disease specialists and public health experts to voice strong opposition to proposed Cal/OSHA regulations, which could require adult performers to use condoms, dental dams and goggles while shooting adult film, at a hearing Thursday morning in San Diego.
FSC's Diane Duke Profiled in Cosmopolitan Magazine
Diane Duke is well known in the adult industry for tackling tough situations whether it’s policy issues, performer medical scares or everyday battles with anti-porn crusaders. And now mainstream is getting a look at what made the Free Speech Coalition CEO take on the controversial post in a Cosmopolitan magazine feature.
FSC Lifts Production Moratorium, Confirms 'False Positive'
The Free Speech Coalition lifted the production moratorium Saturday, confirming the HIV test result in question was a "false positive."
AHF's Calif. Porn-Condom Ballot Proposal Moves Forward
The state Attorney General’s office yesterday posted a title and summary report for the proposed ballot initiative over new porn production rules. Voters statewide would decide the ballot proposal in November 2016.
2015 XBIZ Awards Show to Recognize 3rd Annual Fundraiser Participants
XBIZ is pleased to announce plans for a special fundraiser show segment during the industry awards event of the year, the 2015 XBIZ Awards, presented by Fleshlight, this Thursday, Jan. 15 at the JW Marriott at L.A. Live.
XBIZ Announces 2015 Industry Pioneer Award Honorees
XBIZ is pleased to announce its 2015 Industry Pioneer Award recipients, who will be honored on Jan. 15 at the highly anticipated XBIZ Awards show in downtown Los Angeles.