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In Editorial, Calif. Papers Call Prop 60 'Overreach'
The Fresno Bee and Sacramento Bee, in an editorial published today, called Proposition 60’s intentions “overreach” and further told readers that California is not ready for a law that would offer bounties and invite frivolous lawsuits.
FSC's Leue Hails SF Chronicle Opposition to Prop 60
In a direct and unequivocal editorial, the San Francisco Chronicle came out in opposition to Proposition 60, the adult film initiative which would allow private citizens to sue adult performers when a condom is not visible.
FSC Addresses AHF's 'Forced Antibiotics' Claim
Eric Paul Leue, the Free Speech Coalition’s executive director, today posted a statement in regards to some of the claims AIDS Healthcare Foundation has been making to Cal/OSHA and in the press.
Cal-OSHA Reporter Details Last Week's Hearing in Walnut Creek, Calif.
Today’s issue of the daily Cal-OSHA Reporter newsletter reported details of last week’s Cal/OSHA Standards Board hearing, where a regulatory panel heard from members from the adult entertainment performer community and those from the AIDS Healthcare Foundation over two proposals that would amend or expand rules for bloodborne pathogen exposure at porn shoots.
San Jose Mercury News Opposes Prop 60
The Free Speech Coalition this evening noted that the San Jose Mercury News, the second largest newspaper in California, has published an editorial excoriating Proposition 60.
FSC Issues Advisory for Meningitis Infections in S. Calif.
The Free Speech Coalition issued an advisory tonight stating that there is a general health alert for meningitis infections in Southern California.
U.S. Social Media Collection Proposal Is Criticized
The U.S. government is seeking to document your social media handles and pseudonyms.
3rd Circuit Makes 2257 Judgment Official
The 3rd Circuit on Friday made official its judgment against the Justice Department in its petition for a rehearing over a decision involving 18 U.S.C. §§2257 and 2257A.
Cal/OSHA's Standards Board Sends Proposals to Advisory Committee
Cal/OSHA’s Standards Board on Thursday voted, 6-0, to send two proposals that would amend or expand rules for bloodborne pathogen exposure in the adult film industry to an advisory committee.
APAG, 424 Local Crew Union Issue Statement Over Court Decision
The Adult Film Actors Guild (APAG) and 424 Local Crew Union have released an “official statement” in regards to yesterday's court decision over endorsements made for the California ballot pamphlet.
3rd Circuit Won't Rehear 2257 Case
The 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Thursday denied the Justice Department’s petition for a rehearing over a three-judge panel’s decision over 18 U.S.C. §§2257 and 2257A, the federal statutes that govern performer record-keeping for sexually explicit content.
'Yes on Prop 60' Must Remove False Endorsements, Judge Says
A Sacramento Superior Court judge ruled today that the AIDS Healthcare Foundation was wrong to list two groups that had not formally endorsed the controversial adult industry initiative Proposition 60 and that the false endorsements should be stripped from the official voter guide.
FSC Sponsors Inaugural CatalystCon Sex Worker Summit
The Free Speech Coalition has announced sponsorship of the inaugural CatalystCon Sex Worker Summit in Los Angeles
Judge: Prop 60 Ballot Pamphlet Statements Need Alterations
A Sacramento Superior Court judge made a tentative order Wednesday that will force changes on the official ballot pamphlet in regards to Proposition 60.
'Yes on Prop 60' Camp Says Mike South Is Onboard
FAIR, which is funded by the AIDS Healthcare Foundation, paid for a press release to be disseminated through Business Wire that states adult entertainment industry blogger Mike South has endorsed Proposition 60.
Porn Stars Say Airbnb Booted Them Off Service
Two porn stars have come forward, claiming that they’ve been booted from the giant online marketplace that enables people to list, find, then rent vacation homes for a processing fee.
IEAU, S.F. Medical Society File Writ to Be Removed From Calif. Voter Guide
At least two groups listed as supporters of Proposition 60 by AIDS Healthcare Foundation say they do not support the controversial adult film initiative, according to the Californians Against Worker Harassment campaign.
FSC, AHF Petitions Weighed Prior to Cal/OSHA Meeting
Cal/OSHA’s Standards Board released findings this week on two petitions that sought to alter § 5193, which prescribes protections against bloodborne pathogens for California porn shoots.
Venus Lux's 'Syren Burlesque' to Include Raffle for APAC, FSC
Venus Lux Entertainment has announced the addition of a raffle for the premiere of Syren Burlesque.
Updated: Derrick Burts Claims Prop 60 Opponents Are Spreading Lies
Derrick Burts, the former gay porn star who said he contracted HIV from another performer in 2010, has filed a lawsuit charging certain porn stars and a California lawmaker are intentionally spreading lies about Prop 60 to voters.