Free Speech Coalition
No on Government Waste Committee to Discuss Measure B at Press Conference
The No on Government Waste Committee has called a press conference for 9:30 a.m. on Thursday to announce the endorsement of leading L.A. County business groups in opposition to Measure B, the so-called Safer Sex initiative on the Nov. 6 ballot.
No On Government Waste Committee Calls on AHF to Halt Measure B TV Ads
The No on Government Waste Committee on Monday called on the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) to remove a new TV ad that it calls "misleading, erroneous" and that "violates state election law" in the fight over Measure B, the so-called “Safer Sex” initiative on the Nov. 6 ballot in Los Angeles County.
FSC Introduces 'No on Measure B Campaign' Committee Staff
The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) introduced the “No on Measure B Campaign Committee” campaign staff today.
FSC Summit Website Launches
Free Speech Coalition on Monday announced the FSC Summit website has been launched.
Campaign to Block Mandatory Condom 'Measure B' Launches
Citing the potential for deficits in county healthcare programs, a broad-based coalition of business organizations, entertainment companies, community activists and healthcare advocates today announced the launch of a campaign aimed at defeating Measure B, the so-called “Safer Sex” initiative on the Los Angeles County ballot this Nov. 6.
Diane Duke Named CEO of Free Speech Coalition, Contract Renewed Through 2015
The Board of Directors of the Free Speech Coalition on Friday announced that Diane Duke has accepted a new three-year contract to be the chief executive officer of the adult industry’s trade association.
Mr. Marcus Disputes SF Weekly Story
Adult performer Mr. Marcus, who last week admitted he covered up a positive syphilis test and also went along with what he alleged was an industry testing lab helping him with a cover-up so that he could continue working, told XBIZ late Tuesday that a story published today by San Francisco Weekly took his remarks out of context.
APHSS: STI Testing, Treatments Proceed
Adult Production Health & Safety Services (APHSS.org) on Tuesday released an update regarding the current developments with syphilis testing and treatments for adult performers.
Syphilis-Positive Porn Performer Mr. Marcus Apologizes, Admits to Altered Test
Adult performer Mr. Marcus told XBIZ Tuesday that he is “very sorry” for altering his STI test result that showed he tested positive for syphilis, saying he only worked with the altered test because his doctor assured him that he would not be contagious after taking a shot of penicillin and waiting at least 10 days before any sexual activity.
APHSS Releases Update on Production Moratorium, Performer Testing
As a result of an adult performer testing positive for syphilis, Adult Production Health and Safety Services (APHSS) providers are administering the standard RPR syphilis test that is approved by the FDA for preliminary diagnosis, the organization said Monday.
FSC Calls for Temporary Moratorium on Porn Productions
A performer who tested positive for syphilis has been in touch with the Free Speech Coalition and is meeting with FSC’s medical professionals to begin partner identification, evaluation and treatment, the organization announced Saturday.
FSC Teams With XBIZ for First-Ever FSC Summit Conference and Awards
The Free Speech Coalition and XBIZ on Wednesday announced plans to join forces for the first-ever FSC Summit Conference and Awards Show on Friday, Nov. 9, at the Sofitel Hotel in Los Angeles.
XBIZ TV: Watch Coverage of Tuesday's APHSS Meeting
The Free Speech Coalition's Adult Production Health & Safety Services hosted an industry-wide meeting on Tuesday to explain how the organization works as well as address the Los Angeles condom ordinance.
Industry Discusses Performer Testing at APHSS Meeting
The ongoing dialogue about adult performer STI testing moved forward on Tuesday afternoon, when representatives from Adult Production Health & Safety Services hosted an industry-wide meeting to explain how the organization works as well as address the Los Angeles condom ordinance.
APHSS, TTS Agree to Meld TTS Results Into APHSS Database
Adult Production Health & Safety Services (APHSS) today announced that it will start to receive Talent Testing Service, Inc. (TTS) data into the APHSS database via an electronic transfer protocol.
APHSS Performer Testing Meeting to Be Streamed Live on XBIZ.net
Adult Production Health & Safety Services will hold a meeting on July 10, at 1 p.m. PST, for industry members to discuss the topics of performer testing and the Los Angeles condom ordinance.
LATATA Withdraws Support of APHSS
The Licensed Adult Talent Agency Trade Association (LATATA) on Thursday announced its formal withdrawal of support from Adult Performer Health and Safety Services (APHSS), the organization set up by Free Speech Coalition (FSC).
Talent Testing Service, APHSS Stuck in Stalemate Over Performer Testing
Talent Testing Service CEO Sixto Pacheco told XBIZ Thursday that belonging to the Free Speech Coalition’s Adult Performer Health & Safety Services (APHSS) approved list of performer testing labs is “not in the best interest” of TTS.
APHSS.org, St. James Infirmary Partner for Performer Testing in S.F.
Adult Production Health & Safety (APHSS) announced today that it is providing performer testing for industry members in the Bay Area, in partnership with local nonprofit clinic St. James Infirmary.
FSC: Condom Enforcement Strategy Shifts to New L.A. City Committee
The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) was notified today by the L.A. City Administrator’s Office that the L.A. City Council has referred development of enforcement strategy for the city condom ordinance to the Arts, Parks, Health & Aging Committee.