We all know that Florida is constantly in the news when it comes to LGBT issues. Heck, I've been part of some of those stories that made headlines- from the crazy homo-bigot Mayor Naugle to announcements over the airport intercom that said gays should be killed. Lucky me, right?

That's why it means so much to me that The Bilerico Project has picked me to lead the new Florida Edition of Bilerico! Florida is an important battle ground state in both politics and LGBT rights- and it's high time to shine a queer ray of light on the state! And with the great group of contributors we have already- it is a site not to be missed! We have activists, doctors, professors, religious leaders- even an ex-pat living in Thailand- all ready to get the discussion going on Bilerico-Florida. Bilerico-Florida has already been spreading across the web, with tons of new readers daily. I guess not everyone is like Sarah Palin- we can all name at least one source of news and opinion. Oh say it ain't so, Joe!

This is where you come in- Bilerico-Florida isn't just a place where we talk to you. We want you to get involved by commenting, challenging us, taking us task, suggesting topics, and truly making this a forum for the entire LGBT community. Be sure to sign up for our RSS feed or get the daily digest delivered directly into your inbox so you don't miss a thing! You can also add us as a friend on MySpace and join our FaceBook group!

And check back all week for our big prize giveaways! There will be amazing prize packs given away everyday this week to celebrate our official launch!