And TransgenderPride Month (NAPSA)—During May and June, the cable industry is paying tribute to the positive influence of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) community in America by spotlighting compelling, diverse programming. Through cable’s On Demand service, customers can instantly access a variety of programs to learn about the contributions and struggles of the multifaceted LGBT community. This is part of cable’s Diversity On Demandinitiative, promoting the industry’s ongoing support and commitment to multiculturalism. “Thanks to the cable television industry’s Diversity On Americans can watch popular stories that spotlight the common groundweall share. Americans will be able to watch popular stories about lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people that both entertain and spotlight the common ground known as “Gleeks.” The show fol- President Herndon Graddick. “Critics and audiences alike have already applauded manyof these titles and now many more LGBT the true story of Harvey Milk, who dedicated his life to giving hope to a marginalized and vilified LGBT community. Stunning and stark dramas, such as Ang Lee’s film “Brokeback Mountain,” which captures the yearning of a forbidden and secretive relationship between two cowboys. Award-winning “dramedies” such as “The Kids Are All Right,” whichtells the story of the perfect lesbian family that begins to unravel when it meets the man who made it all possible. And “Unconditional Love,” which explores the value andlimitations of unconditional love and theevils of sexism and homophobia. Groundbreaking television series such as “Girls,” “Sex and the City” and “The Wire.” Viewers wanting to further explore Diversity On Demandprogramming can visit www.face book.com/DiversityOnDemand to discover the TV shows and movies offered by their cable providers. Demand initiative, millions of that we all share,” said GLAAD Americans and their families around the country will be able to do the same as part of this year’s Pride celebrations.” Recognized by Presidential Proclamation, LGBT Pride Month (June) observes the impact that LGBTindividuals have had in the world. The cable industry salutes LGBT Month in both May and June with a variety of programming, including: *Documentaries such as “The Strange History of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” a timely and historical look at the legacy of gays and lesbiansin the military. *Musical comedies including the cult classic film “Hedwig and the Angry Inch,” an American adaptation of the stage musical of the sametitle about a fictional rock band; and the groundbreaking television series “Glee,” which spawned a rabid groupoffans also lows the diverse students who make up McKinley High’s Glee Club. *Inspirational biographies such as “Milk,” a movie based on
