"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Alexis Murray of the Beta Phi Omega Sorority, a feminine lesbian sorority Murray is trying to establish in the Charleston area. She discusses the history and activities of the sorority, her personal challenges as an African American lesbian, and her experiences at college. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA).
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Mike Schwarzott, community activist with the Alliance For Full Acceptance, Lowcountry Gay and Lesbian Alliance, the Human Rights Campaign, and the South Carolina Equality Coalition. He talks about his history working as an activist in Charleston. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and Catherine LaFond Real Estate Attorney.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Carol and Bob Reeder of Conway, South Carolina. They talk about accepting gay children and how their son's male Dutch partner cannot reside permanently in the US due to US laws. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and Catherine LaFond Real Estate Attorney.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Mark Nagle, an HIV-positive gay man, who as an amputee, uses a wheelchair. He talks about his life, how he came to Charleston, and how his disability interacts with his gay identity. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and Michelle Hawk with Keller Williams Realty.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Charlie Smith, a Charleston real estate agent. Smith talks about his life and involvement in politics as an out gay man. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and David Tester with CSA Real Estate.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Lauren Rodgers, former US Air Force intelligence officer who was harassed, sexually assaulted, and discharged from the military because she is a lesbian. She discusses the Don't Ask, Don't Tell policy in the US military. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and Steven E. Clem Charleston Tax Masters.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Jim and Warren Redman-Gress about their lives together, adopting internationally and being gay parents in Charleston, South Carolina. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and DEFUSE (Demanding Ethical Fairness and Universal Spiritual Equality).
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Heather and Joan Lyman, a couple living in Charleston. The couple had a civil union in Connecticut and compare it to their experiences in South Carolina. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and Open Door Christian Church, and Market Street Munchies and Gift Baskets.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Harlan Greene, historian and author of several novels. Greene discusses his novels, Charleston history, and the importance of LGBTQ representation in the historic record. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA).
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Bradley Childs, executive director of Lowcountry AIDS Services. Childs discusses Dining with Friends, the flagship fundraising event for Lowcountry AIDS Services, as the event enters its fourteenth year, and he talks about the work the organization is doing as well as the challenges the community faces. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and DEFUSE (Demanding Ethical Fairness and Universal Spiritual Equality).
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Steve LePre and Mark McKinney, a gay couple living in Mount Pleasant. They talk about their lives, the rights gay couples lack, and the changes they've seen in Charleston. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and Michelle Hawk with Keller Williams Realty.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Ken Hubbard. In his second appearance on the broadcast, Hubbard speaks about his involvement with Unitarian Church in Greenville, the NAACP, and other organizations in South Carolina. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA).
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Ken Hubbard, an African American Charlestonian involved in several local justice organizations. Hubbard discusses his life and the intersection of his gay and African American identities. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and Open Door Christian Church.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews is Sean Stacey, a transgender woman who talks about her life experiences. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and David Tester with CSA Real Estate.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein turns the attention to herself in this segment. In the first part of the show, Hein, pastor of Open Door Church of Charleston, answers many questions others have posed to her and she had to answer herself regarding her life as a transgender woman. In the second half of the show some pre-recorded snippets of Hein's twenty-year journey are broadcast. Sponsors for this episode: Association for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and Dr. Holly Wiegreffe Atlantic Planning Partners, Mt. Pleasant, SC.
"Equal Time" host Wilhelmina Hein interviews Lynn Moldenhauer, co-chair of A Dialogue on Religion and Sexual Orientation (ADORASO), a program offered by the Alliance for Full Acceptance that focuses on the issues of religion and sexual orientation. Moldenhauer discusses the program's background, its importance to the LGBTQ community, and how the program is working towards increased respect for LGBTQ individuals from faith-based institutions. Sponsors for this episode: Alliance for Full Acceptance (AFFA) and David Tester with CSA Real Estate.
An advertisement for Hunks of History Volume Two, a calendar from 1997. The men included in the calendar are John Logan, American Horse, and Robert Brown Elliott.
A description of a historical diorama depicting Francis Salvador's death. Also includes some historical facts about Salvador, the location of several historical markers related to Salvador, and a list of contributors.
A pamphlet for an exhibit on Jewish participation in the Civil War. Includes a brief overview of the exhibit, a map of Jewish communities in the United States during the Civil War, lists of organizations and individuals who contributed to the exhibit, and a list of objects in the exhibit.
A letter from Lomax telling Rivers a bit about his family's history in Virginia, where he grew up. From there, the letter transitions to Lomax telling Rivers to "take off the kid gloves and kill the so-called Civil Rights Bill."
A letter of appreciation of the work Rivers is doing in regard of opposing the Civil Rights Bill. It gives Barber great pleasure that Rivers is fighting to protect the rights of citizens in the South.
A letter from J. M. Chico Ramos of the American G.I. Forum, containing a copy of a letter he sent to Rep. Emanuel Celler expressing offense to something said in a speech, asking L. Mendel Rivers to have the letter printed in the "Letters to the Editor" column in any southern newspaper.
Barnwell sends a letter of praise to Rivers for his fight in defending the integrity of America. Barnwell believes America should never be forced to accept people who are unacceptable.
Lucus commends Rivers on both of his speeches opposing the Civil Rights Bill. He asks Rivers if he thinks the South can successfully secede, and if so to let him know in time to move back South. He then invites Rivers up to Connecticut to visit.
Hevenor critiques Rivers' speech in Congress concerning the Civil Rights Commission. He doesn’t agree with the aggression from both Rivers and the NAACP. He wants Rivers to offer a more intelligent solution than spilling blood. Hevenor proposes a testing process. He states that no one will fear the color of someone's skin if they are knowledgable about the nation's policies.
Rivers responds to Butler's letter, regarding an effort to break down the committee set up of the House of Representatives. Rivers resents being asked to break up the unity of the Democratic Party. He then suggests that Butler retire as Chairman to the Democratic National Committee.
A letter from the Commission on Civil Rights containing a copy of the transcript of the National Conference of Public School Officials, held by the Commission on Civil Rights in Nashville, Tennessee, on March 5 and 6, 1959. The transcript is not present in the file.
Rivers expresses his concern for the FBI's reputation as the NAACP pushes the Civil Rights Commission. He fears that the FBI, under the current Administration, will lose its respectability and the great works of J. Edgar Hoover will be tarnished.
A letter of support from an Alabama resident for Rivers' opposition of the Civil Rights Bill after reading about Rivers' speech in the Birmingham News.
A letter of congratulations from Rivers to Thurmond on his offense against Javits. Thurmond is glad Rivers is pleased with how he handled the situation.
A letter from a white Northern supporter of Rivers' opposition to the Civil Rights Bill. He states that integration doesn't work in New York like Congress says. He thinks integration has decreased the value of white lives. He believes that most whites in his district agree with southern thought and are uncomfortable socializing with blacks.
A letter of praise for Rivers' remarks about the Civil Rights Commission from northerner Berkelen. Berkelen proceeds to let Rivers know of Rockefeller's membership in the NAACP.
A letter from Mrs. Trouche of Charleston expressing her disappointment in Rivers' harsh attacks against the current state of the FBI. She believes he should attack the Justice Department, for the FBI only carries out their orders.
A letter to the editor of The State newspaper from Rivers thanking him for publishing an editorial on Rivers' opposition to the Civil Rights legislation.
After reading Rivers' remarks on the Civil Rights Commission in the Charleston News and Courier, Hassell makes comments about the pending Mansfield case mentioned by the Civil Rights Commission. He points out the reason for the case being undecided is that the NAACP wrongfully forced the plaintiff to file a suit to attend the white school, Mansfield High.
A letter congratulating Rivers on his speech before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Constitutional rights. Alfred is encouraged by Rivers' continued fight to protect states' rights.
Representative Rivers addresses the Speaker of the House, condemns the report by the Civil Rights Commission, and argues that the creation and continued existence of the Civil Rights Commission is a danger to the very survival of America as a free nation.
Correspondence concerning a request for a hearing by representatives from South Carolina before the House Committee on the Judiciary concerning civil rights.
A brief letter from Representative L. Mendel Rivers requesting the opportunity to appear in opposition to the Celler Civil Rights Bill when it reaches the House Rules Committee.
A release from the United States Department of Justice making public the text of identical letters written to Senators Thomas H. Kuchel and Clifford P. Case and Representative Kenneth B. Keating by Attorney General Herbert Brownell, Jr., in response to their request for his comments on the proposed "jury trial" amendment to the civil rights legislation pending in Congress. Included is the text of the letter.
A letter from a Tennessee constituent to Representative Emanuel Celler praising Representative Rivers and condemning Celler's stand on public school integration. The constituent especially emphasizes the influence of Celler's religion as a Jew. This copy of the letter was sent to L. Mendel Rivers with a handwritten note of support for Rivers.
A letter from a Florida resident to Representative Syd Herlong, Jr. expressing his vehement opposition to the Civil Rights Act of 1957. Copies of the letter were sent to many other congressmen and senators including Representative L. Mendel Rivers.
A letter notifying Representative Rivers of the passage of a resolution, by the Olanta Citizens Council, commending Rivers' stand on segregation and civil rights.
A letter from a South Carolina constituent heartily thanking Representative Rivers for his stand before the House Judiciary Committee concerning civil rights legislation.
A letter from a New York City resident condemning South Carolina Senator Strom Thurmond for his use of the filibuster to oppose the civil rights bill. Representative L. Mendel Rivers also received a copy of the letter.
