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June 29, 2008

Kojo Nnamdi Show, WAMU, March 3, 2005

The Science of Gender (Audio)

One in 4,000 babies are born with both male and female traits. A look at what scientists are learning about the relationship between hormones, anatomy and gender identity.    

June 29, 2008

Kojo Nnamdi Show, WAMU, March 3, 2005

The Science of Gender (Audio)

One in 4,000 babies are born with both male and female traits. A look at what scientists are learning about the relationship between hormones, anatomy and gender identity.    

June 29, 2008

Kojo Nnamdi Show, WAMU, June 17, 2008

Transgender Rights (Audio)

Kojo Nnamdi Show, WAMU, June 17, 2008, Transgender Rights (Audio)    

June 25, 2008

About Dr. Dana

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June 12, 2008

The Washington Post

Transgender rights laws spread, not always calmly

NEW YORK -- As more state and local governments extend anti-bias protections to transgender people, fierce opposition is surfacing. In Colorado, conservatives contend a new state law will enable sexual predators to frequent women's bathrooms; in Maryland a "Not My Shower" campaign seeks to overturn a comparable county law.     . . . read more

April 04, 2008

Washington Blade

Trans activist switches to Obama's camp

A prominent Maryland transgender activist has left Sen. Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign and begun stumping for Sen. Barack Obama.     . . . read more

February 02, 2008

The Examiner

3-Minute Interview: Dana Beyer

Washington DC - Dana Beyer is a retired eye surgeon and a senior policy adviser to Montgomery County Council Member Duchy Trachtenberg. She's also a transgender woman.     . . . read more

June 07, 2007

Hometown Heroes: Capital Pride honors six community pillars

When it comes to the pageantry of parades, beyond the floats and marching bands, there is something romantic about the notion of ''grand marshals.'' That phrasing leans, however, toward the generic. And certainly the trappings of the Capital Pride Festival, one of the District's largest annual events, should be anything but generic. (PDF)     . . . read more

April 15, 2007

St. Petersburg Times

With change, acceptance is key

You're 13 years old, and you love your dad. You love fishing with him, scuba diving with him, riding in his Jeep.     . . . read more

January 21, 2007

The Baltimore Sun

Boomers redefining the second half of life

When Susan Crandell left a prestigious editing job to become a freelance writer, her timing seemed perfect. (PDF)     . . . read more

January 19, 2007

More Magazine

Reinventing Your Life: Trust Yourself

Two years ago, as the 5:46 commuter train whisked me north along the Hudson River toward the future, I didn't know where my adventure would lead me, but I was sure of one thing: I was in very good company. (PDF)     . . . read more

December 27, 2006

Jerusalem Post

When Abba becomes Ima - transsexuals in Orthodox society

Mordechai, a 31-year-old Orthodox lawyer from Toronto, gave his wife a Jewish divorce this summer.
Then he began his life as Nicole, a woman.     . . . read more

September 11, 2006

The Daily Pennsylvanian

Transgender alum campaigning for spot on Md. democratic ticket

Med-school grad will face seven in state primary tomorrow     . . . read more

September 02, 2006

The Washington Post

Hoping Md. Is 'Ready for a Person Like Me'

House Candidate Would Be State's 1st Transgender Lawmaker     . . . read more

September 01, 2006

Daily Kos

Dr. Dana Beyer - A Winning Transgendered Candidate?

   

September 01, 2006

Crablaw

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August 24, 2006

Emily's List

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August 21, 2006

Mike McCurry, Press Secretary to President Bill Clinton

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August 18, 2006

Washington Blade

Record number of gays seek office in Md.

Eight candidates vie for House, Senate seats     . . . read more

August 18, 2006

The Maryland Nurses Association

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August 16, 2006

Montgomery County Police (FOP Lodge 35)

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August 14, 2006

Montgomery County NOW PAC

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August 10, 2006

Metro Weekly

Political Transition

Democrat Dana Beyer fights to be Maryland's first transgender delegate     . . . read more

August 09, 2006

Join Friends of Dana Beyer for a Washington, D.C. fundraiser for her historic campaign

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August 07, 2006

Kensington Mayor Pete Fosselman

   

August 07, 2006

Former County Executive Neal Potter

   

August 02, 2006

The Montgomery County Public Schools Retirees Association (MCPSRA)

Your ideas, thoughtful responses and energy gave us the confidence that you will be a terrific representative of the people of our organization and of Montgomery County.     . . . read more

August 02, 2006

Equality Maryland Endorses Dr. Dana Beyer

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July 26, 2006

Silver Chips Online

A prescription for change

Transgender seeks district 18 house of delegate seat     . . . read more

July 24, 2006

The Detroit News

Candidate is Milestone for Transgender Americans

Columnist Deb Price commends a transgender woman running for a Maryland House seat that is being vacated by the first openly gay non-incumbent elected to Maryland's legislative body.     . . . read more

July 11, 2006

The Baltimore Sun

Poised for Senate seat - by default

In a district [18] that takes in such affluent Washington suburbs as Chevy Chase and Kensington, there is no indication that his [Madaleno's] sexual orientation is an issue, let alone a liability. In 2002 he became the first openly gay person to be elected delegate, from the same area.     . . . read more

June 26, 2006

Victory Fund endorses Dr. Dana Beyer for Maryland House seat

Retired Surgeon, Parent and Activist will Bring Health Care Experience to Policymaking     . . . read more

June 14, 2006

Baltimore City Paper

Straddling The Fence - Politicians Try To Court The Gay Vote Without Losing Anyone Else's

In the battle for equal rights, details matter.    

June 09, 2006

The New York Times

U.S. Approves Use of Vaccine for Cervical Cancer

Federal drug officials on Thursday announced the approval of a vaccine against cervical cancer that could eventually save thousands of lives each year     . . . read more

June 02, 2006

From Annapolis

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June 02, 2006

From Baltimore

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June 02, 2006

From Northern Virginia

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May 31, 2006

The Gazette

Support approval of vaccine to combat cervical cancer

It's a shame that Michelle Turner, Ruth Jacobs and their friends continue their attacks on Montgomery County Public Schools students...    

May 29, 2006

The Baltimore Sun

Retired doctor hopes to bring a new facet to House: herself

Dana Beyer is a novice candidate, but she's having no trouble schmoozing. A cadre of political players turned out for a Takoma Park fundraiser in honor of a local candidate so Beyer showed up to pay respects and stump on the side for her own campaign.     . . . read more

May 26, 2006

Owner's Manual

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May 24, 2006

The Gazette

Newcomer Beyer running for House seat in Dist. 18

Dana Beyer, a retired physician and surgeon from Chevy Chase Village, is running for the House of Delegates in District 18.    

May 24, 2006

Education

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May 22, 2006

Health Care

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May 18, 2006

Transportation

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May 16, 2006

Women's Health

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May 15, 2006

Public Financing

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May 15, 2006

Energy and the Environment

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May 15, 2006

Support Dana

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May 12, 2006

Mail-in Contribution Form

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May 11, 2006

Washington Blade

Trans candidate takes aim at political barriers

Beyer would be first elected statewide in Maryland
Dana Beyer knew when she was 7 years old that her genitalia didn't match her mindset. Beyer, born a male, revealed her feelings to her parents when she was 12.    

April 27, 2006

Dr. Beyer's Prescription for Maryland

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April 27, 2006

Why Dana?

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April 27, 2006

home page

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April 27, 2006

Moral Values

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March 27, 2005

Success

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March 27, 2005

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