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Bert Wylen presents Gaydreams, broadcast on September 10, 1995. Wylen shares current news updates, including efforts led by Reverend Lou Sheldon to force a congressional hearing on homosexual influences in education, Senator Steve Gunderson’s concerns about Senator Bob Dole’s refusal to accept a PAC contribution from the Log Cabin Republicans, the Christian Coalition’s meeting with progressive clergy for a presentation by the Human Rights Campaign Fund, and the launch of a Bailey’s Irish Cream advertising campaign featuring RuPaul as spokesperson. “Too Many People” by Pet Shop Boys plays. Wylen interviews lawyer, writer, and commentator Bob Bernstein about his work with Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG). Bernstein reflects on his experiences as the father of a lesbian daughter. Bernstein and Wylen discuss his book, Straight Parents, Gay Children. “Been a Son” by Nirvana plays. Wylen provides local news updates, including SEPTA’s appeal of a court verdict requiring it to pay $150,000 to a former employee for privacy rights violations, ongoing conflicts between the Pennsylvania Insurance Commission and insurance companies over domestic partner benefits, and community event announcements. “13 Questions” by Seatrain plays. Don Rush of This Way Out reports on Senator Bob Dole’s continued refusal to accept PAC funds from the Log Cabin Republicans. “Family Values” by Jess Hawk Oakenstar and “A Love Worth Fighting For” by Michael Callen plays. Wylen signs off as “The Difference” by Todd Rundgren plays.