Despite the fact that a male athlete in a team sport has never done it, pro soccer player Robbie Rogers coming out a Gay man was met with nothing but acceptance and love from his former teammates and fellow players. There's still work to be done, but this is a very good sign.

All Things Democrat: It's time for Obama to dismantle the private prison industry.

Raw Story: Students get better grades at private schools. Because they just delete the bad ones.

Back2Stonewall: Stop saying Mississippi is behind the times! They voted to ratify the 13th amendment to abolish slavery, after all. Of course, they did so yesterday.

Going Concern: Check out the new interactive map that lets you know where marriage equality stands in all 50 states, courtesy of Marcum LLP.

Finally, because you crazy kids have earned it, here's a pug singing the Batman theme.

Round-up by Bill Wolfrum of William K. Wolfrum Chronicles. Send tips to mbru AT crooksandliars DOT com.