FSC

News & Articles
1292 results:

L.A. County's Measure B Passes

Los Angeles County's Measure B has passed with 56 percent of the vote, according to final election results from the county's registrar.

Sportsheets Gets ‘Novelty Company of the Year’ Accolade From FSC

Sportsheets has been named 2012 Novelty Company of the Year by the Free Speech Coalition (FSC), for its unwavering dedication to lifting the BDSM and fantasy taboo with quality products designed to bring couples closer together.

Pipedream Says ‘No’ to Measure B

Pipedream Products is establishing itself as a strong opponent of Measure B, the Los Angeles county initiative appearing on the Nov. 6 ballot that proposes to mandate the usage of condoms and other forms of body-wear in all adult entertainment productions.

Gamma Wins Internet Company of the Year From FSC

Gamma Entertainment has announced that it has received the Internet Company of the Year award from the 2012 Free Speech Coalition (FSC) Awards.

Weinstein Demands 'No on Measure B' Give Back Manwin's $150K Contribution

AIDS Healthcare Foundation President Michael Weinstein on Tuesday called on for the No on Measure B campaign to give back a $150,000 donation from Manwin, saying the contribution by the adult entertainment conglomerate was a violation of federal election laws.

opinion

FSC Board Chair Jeffrey Douglas Asks Voters to Say NO to Proposition 35

<table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="left"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="256"><img src="http://fscblogger

Diane Duke ·

Adult Industry Convenes Over 'No on Measure B'

An adult entertainment industry meeting conceived to outline strategies and gain financial support in an effort to topple Measure B attracted a standing-room-only crowd today of about 120 adult industry heavyweights comprising of company owners, producers and performers.

FSC Summit Brings Together Industry Vets, Legal Eagles

The inaugural Free Speech Coalition Summit, a one-day event produced by XBIZ, will feature a slate of panels covering hot business topics of interest to adult industry professionals.

opinion

First-Ever FSC Summit Brings Together Industry Veterans and Legal Eagles for Exciting Seminar Panels

<table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="left"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="310"><img src="http://fscblogger

Diane Duke ·

Measure B May Have Trouble Drawing Voter Interest, L.A. Times Article Says

Measure B proponents may have a tricky time convincing voters to even consider mandatory condoms for the local porn production community, according to a Los Angeles Times article published today.

opinion

What’s the Story With the New gTLDs?

Recently, several members have asked for an update on ICANN’s new gTLD program and the timeline for its implementation. However, there is not an easy answer, because as with all things ICANN, the gTLD program is mired in confusion and uncertainty.

Diane Duke ·
opinion

FSC Thanks Those Who Helped Solidify LA Times and Daily News Endorsements

<table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="left"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="310"><img src="http://fscblogger

Diane Duke ·

L.A. Times, Daily News Say No to Measure B

Measure B is likely to stymie Los Angeles County government and bring little benefit to performers, according to the Los Angeles Times. The Times and Daily News of Los Angeles have officially come out against the proposal.

Manwin Gives TTS Green Light After APHSS Endorsement

Following news earlier in the day that Talent Testing Service has become an endorsed APHSS provider, Manwin announced this afternoon that it will once again accept results from the performer testing service.

FSC's Suit Over 2257 Heads Back to Court Next Month

U.S. District Judge Michael Baylson today scheduled a hearing for Monday, Nov. 26, to consider the Justice Department's argument that the issue of deciding the constitutionality of the federal recordkeeping and labeling law is "unripe."

FSC Distributes First Round of Performer Subsidy Fund Checks

The Performer Subsidy Fund will send its first round of subsidy checks to performers today, the Free Speech Coalition (FSC) announced.

'No on Measure B' Fundraiser Has Strong Turnout

The Free Speech Coalition on Monday night held its fundraiser for the "No on Measure B" campaign in front of a strong turnout at Hamburger Mary's in West Hollywood.

FSC Fundraiser for 'No on Measure B' Is Tonight

The Free Speech Coalition fundraiser for the "No on Measure B" campaign is slated for 8 p.m. tonight at Hamburger Mary's in West Hollywood.

opinion

NO on Government Waste – NO on Measure B Campaign Fundraiser Adds FSC Promo for Adult Performers

<table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="left"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="310"><img src="http://fscblogger

Diane Duke ·

'No on Measure B' Fundraiser Adds FSC Promo for Performers

Free Speech Coalition on Thursday announced a new incentive for adult performers to attend this Monday's fundraiser for the "No on Measure B" campaign.