previous polls 26 Jun 2009 What do you think the world will remember about Michael Jackson in years to come? Total Votes: 122 His classic songs, albums and videos.  77% His bizarre quirks and wacky behaviour.  9% His child sex abuse scandals and trial.  8% His impressive self-promotion strategies.  1% Nothing. He will soon be forgotten.  5% 21 Jun 2009 A new report claims that 1 in 4 South African men have raped a woman or man. Why are our men so prone to sexual violence? Total Votes: 103 It's due to our dehumanising racial history.  2% Our family structures have broken down.  15% Our men are taught to see women as objects.  13% Traditional cultural values are anti-women.  43% South Africans are simply just born violent.  4% I have no idea, but it makes me angry.  24% 14 Jun 2009 Are you excited about the Confederations Cup, now on in South Africa? Total Votes: 97 Yip. I have tickets to some matches.  8% Yes. I’ll be watching on television.  13% Nah, but it’s good for the country.  49% No. I hate all the fuss over sport.  16% I don’t know anything about it.  12% 06 Jun 2009 Is Facebook still as much fun as it used to be? Total Votes: 163 Absolutely. I’m still obsessed with it!  6% Sure. It’s part of my daily social life.  34% I still use it, but not like I did before.  25% I mainly use it as a business tool.  2% Not really. I only very rarely log on.  13% To be honest, I just don’t have time.  10% Boring! I deactivated my profile.  9% 28 May 2009 Should Helen Zille feel insulted by being called a lesbian by her critics? Total Votes: 134 Huh? I always thought she was a lesbian!  7% No! She should be so lucky to be a lady-lover.  10% Nope, unless she is as immature as her foes.  69% Nah, but her husband may not be impressed.  7% Yes! I wouldn't like to be called "straight." Ugh!  3% Okay, who is this Helen Zille person?  4% 21 May 2009 Do you think Adam Lambert deserved to have won American Idol? Total Votes: 121 Yes! He lost because he’s gay.  36% Yip, but he’s too OTT for the USA.  17% Maybe, but Kris Allen is as good.  13% No. I think Kris deserved to win.  6% Dunno. I don’t watch the show.  27% 14 May 2009 Cough, cough! Are you worried about the dreaded Swine Flu pandemic that is threatening to sweep the globe? Total Votes: 130 Yes, it could be a global disaster!  5% A little. I’m watching the headlines.  27% Not really. It’ll probably blow over.  29% Absolutely not. It’s just media hysteria.  36% Huh, what the hell is Swine Flu?  2% 03 May 2009 Which gay publications do you read most often? Total Votes: 185 The long-running Exit.  16% The glossy Gay Pages.  15% Wrapped lifestyle mag.  6% Cape Town's Pink Tongue.  6% I prefer overseas mags.  9% None. I only do websites.  24% I only visit Mambaonline.  24% 23 Apr 2009 You stood in the queues and voted. Now, how do you feel about the results of the elections? Total Votes: 200 Horrified! Zuma will be our president.  28% Disappointed. I was hoping for change.  30% Not surprised. I didn’t expect much.  19% I’m generally happy with the results.  19% Ecstatic! Zuma will be our president!  3% Huh, election? What election?  3% 15 Apr 2009 Will you be voting in this year’s general elections? Total Votes: 181 Yes. It’s the only way to ensure change.  83% Sure. I’ll be supporting the government.  2% Probably – if I can decide who to vote for.  1% Dunno. It depends if I have the time.  1% No. There is no one worth voting for.  6% Nah. I didn’t get around to registering.  4% No way. I’ll be enjoying my day off.  1% Nope. I’m too young to vote.  2% 07 Apr 2009 Now that criminal charges have been dropped, how do you feel about a possible Jacob Zuma presidency? Total Votes: 141 I'm packing my bags. I'm out of here!  43% I'm reserving judgement before I decide.  22% Agg, he's no worse than George Bush.  12% Not too worried. He's a good team player.  1% It's no big deal. Politicians come and go.  7% He's not ideal but our democracy is strong.  9% I’m ecstatic. He will be great for SA!  6% 02 Apr 2009 Baby mama drama! Should Madonna be allowed to adopt another orphan from Malawi? Total Votes: 91 Yes. She's a committed, loving mother.  11% Probably. It's better than an orphanage.  40% Sure. As long as she follows the rules.  20% Nope. Her lifestyle is not for children.  3% No. The kid is just a fashion accessory.  25% Nah. The cultural differences are massive.  1% 26 Mar 2009 The Dalai Lama is not welcome in SA - at least according to our government. You think... Total Votes: 142 Hypocritical! How can our government forget its roots?  27% Upsetting. The whole fiasco is embarrassing our country.  46% Unsurprising. The government only cares about money.  15% Understandable. We need to be realistic about these things.  4% Boring. Who cares? It’s all a big fuss about nothing.  6% It’s quite correct. The Dalai Lama is a trouble maker.  2% 19 Mar 2009 Top or bottom – is it a gay stereotype? How do you identify yourself? Total Votes: 216 I am exclusively a bottom.  13% I am exclusively a top man.  9% I prefer to always be versatile.  39% It depends on each relationship.  22% Bah! I don't do these labels.  10% Neither. I don't do butt stuff.  3% I'm not sure. Haven't tried yet.  2% I don't understand the question!  2% 12 Mar 2009 A new report claims that the world faces 'irreversible' climate change. You think... Total Votes: 117 We're doomed! Mankind will soon die out.  14% The poor will suffer, the rich will be fine.  11% Life is going to change, but we'll adapt.  42% There’s still time to fix things. Yes, we can!  24% I don't really know how it'll affect me.  4% Bring it on, I like it warm and toasty!  2% It's all a load of tree-hugging hogwash.  3% 05 Mar 2009 Which international female superstar would you most want to see perform live in South Africa in the coming year? Total Votes: 165 Britney Spears  14% Christina Agulaira  4% Katy Perry  4% Lady Gaga  8% Madonna  43% Mariah Carey  2% Rihanna  6% None of the above  18% 26 Feb 2009 Does the fact the DA has so many gay candidates on its parliamentary list mean that you'll vote for the party? Total Votes: 152 Absolutely! They are really the only option.  20% It's great but I'd have voted for them anyway.  50% Perhaps, but I'll check out the others parties.  15% Probably not. I don't support their policies.  5% Nope. It's just a gimmick to get our votes.  5% No. I'd never vote for the DA, no matter what.  5% 19 Feb 2009 Do you think the man in the latest celeb sex tape is SA rugby star Joost van der Westhuizen? Total Votes: 167 Of course! It's clearly him.  16% I don't know. Time will tell.  10% Nahh. He would never do that.  3% Nope. It doesn't look like him.  2% Honestly, I really don't care.  25% I just wanna see the full video!  37% Who is Joost van der Westhuizen?  7% 12 Feb 2009 The general elections have been set for April 22. Will you be casting your vote this year? Total Votes: 167 Of course. We all need to play a part.  69% Yes, although I doubt it makes a difference.  15% Yip. My boyfriend will make me do it.  1% I don't know. It depends if I'm not busy.  2% Probably not. I'm not politically minded.  2% Nope. There's no point at all in voting.  3% No. I haven't gotten around to registering.  8% 04 Feb 2009 Red hearts, chocolates and flowers... How are you going to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Total Votes: 156 I’ll be romancing my boyfriend.  18% I’ll be spending it with friends.  9% I’ll be at home crying my eyes out.  5% I’ll be treating myself all day long.  2% I’ll be at the clubs looking for a shag.  6% I’m single. I’ll be in denial ignoring it all.  20% Screw Valentine’s! It’s a moneymaking racket.  40% 29 Jan 2009 How do you feel about ‘straight’ actors who perform in gay adult films? Total Votes: 170 I love it. It's a huge turn on for me!  15% I don't care, as long as they are hot.  45% It's a turn off - I know they're acting.  3% Ha! They're just closeted or bisexual.  28% I find it offensive and homophobic.  4% Ughh. I don't watch adult films.  6% 21 Jan 2009 Do you think that you should have to work at keeping your relationship alive? Total Votes: 166 Nope. It either works or it doesn’t work.  7% Maybe, perhaps it takes effort to keep it going.  5% Yes, anything worthwhile must be nurtured.  72% I’m not sure. I’m still figuring it all out.  7% Dunno, I’ve never been in a relationship.  1% Bahh, gay relationships don’t work at all.  8% 14 Jan 2009 It's been another year of highs and lows in SA's gay clubland. Which was your best club or regular party night in 2008? Total Votes: 282 Bronx (Cape Town)  10% Buzerant (Bloem)  0% Detour (Joburg)  0% Legends (Pretoria)  33% Loft Lounge (Cape Town)  5% The Lounge (Durban)  1% Oh! Bar (closed)  2% QC parties (Joburg)  4% Ramp Divas (Joburg)  22% Risque Lounge (Joburg)  17% Simply Blue (Joburg)  4% Therapy (closed)  0% 25 Dec 2008 Happy New Year! What's your New Year's Resolution for 2009? Total Votes: 286 Give up recreational drugs.  3% Finally stop smoking ciggies.  3% No more alcohol binges for me!  5% Be a better and kinder person.  6% Stop cheating on my boyfriend.  2% Ditch my stupid, useless boyfriend!  3% Start a new, interesting hobby.  3% Get that gym body I've dreamed of.  26% Be less stressed and have more fun!  18% Travel more and see the world.  7% Bah! I don't make any resolutions.  23% 17 Dec 2008 Have you been naughty or nice? What would you like for Christmas 2008? Total Votes: 106 Just peace on earth.  25% Cold, hard cash.  31% A massage and a facial.  7% Stacks of DVDs and CDs.  5% Cool stuff for the house.  8% Clothes, lots of 'em!  6% The latest games console.  3% Books or book vouchers.  13% Fragrances and creams.  3% 11 Dec 2008 Hey city boy, would you ever consider living out in the country or at a seaside village? Total Votes: 131 Never. I’ll live in the big bad city till I die.  14% I would, but only for part of the year.  20% Only if and when I’ve met my man for life.  19% I’d like to retire and get old in the country.  21% Absolutely, I hate living in the city.  17% I already do, and love every minute!  10% 04 Dec 2008 So how hot do you rate yourself in the looks department? Total Votes: 191 I'm steaming hot - model material.  8% I'm a good looking guy. I'd do me!  35% Yeah, I'm above the norm I guess.  21% Hmmm, I'd say that I'm average.  23% I'm not a looker, but I manage.  9% Help! I got hit with the ugly stick!  3% 27 Nov 2008 It’s international World Aids Day week. Do you always use protection when you get down and dirty? Total Votes: 166 Yes, every single time I have sex.  33% Most of the time, but I do slip up.  30% It depends what the guy looks like.  2% Sometimes. Aids is treatable these days.  4% No, but I’m in a committed relationship.  27% Only when I cheat on my boyfriend.  4% Never, I don’t believe HIV causes Aids.  1% 20 Nov 2008 A protest to follow up on unresolved complaints against Jon Qwelane's article is being planned. You think... Total Votes: 97 Good. I support any chance to nail Qwelane.  30% Great. We should not forget what happened.  25% Fine, but I don't think it will make a difference.  20% Get over it. It's like flogging a dead goat.  15% Huh, who is Jon Qwelane anyway?  10% 12 Nov 2008 Office politics: Are you out at your workplace? Total Votes: 179 Yep! Everyone knows I’m queer and I’m here!  34% Most people know. I don’t keep it hidden at all.  39% Only one or two people who I’m close to know.  11% Not at all. I’m worried that I won’t be accepted.  2% Never. I have no doubt I will be fired if I come out.  1% Don't want to be. My personal life is my business.  13% 06 Nov 2008 What do you think about Barack Obama winning the US presidential election? Total Votes: 147 I’m ecstatic! He’s an inspirational leader.  38% It’s about time the US had a decent president.  33% I’m not convinced he has the right experience.  2% I’m unsure. Let’s see what he does when in office.  12% He’ll soon become just like any other politician.  10% I don’t really care - I don’t live in the US.  5% 29 Oct 2008 From Survivor to So You Think You Can Dance, do you think local versions of international TV shows get it right? Total Votes: 129 Actually I think our versions are better.  2% Yes, they're as good as the originals!  5% Budgets are low, but they're still fun.  18% Nope, they are tacky and embarrassing.  35% No. We just don't have the talent.  7% Bahh, let’s create our own SA shows.  12% I don't know. I don't watch them.  20% 22 Oct 2008 We’re all gonna get gay and grey sooner or later. Does getting old worry you? Total Votes: 174 Yes, it’s tougher when you’re gay and don’t have kids.  14% I’m terrified. How will I get any action if I’m wrinkly?  7% A little bit. I hope I have someone in my life then.  40% Not really, I am preparing my finances with much care.  6% Nah... My man and I will be together until the very end.  14% Nope! I’m gonna be hanging out at the clubs till I die!  4% I’m already gay and grey and life is fantastic!  14% 16 Oct 2008 The world is in a financial crisis. Are you worried? Total Votes: 132 Oh yes, I think it's the end of civilisation.  7% Most Probably: I've accumulated a lot of debt.  15% I'm nervous: I don't know how it will affect me.  42% Not really, it will all go back to normal soon.  23% Not at all. I have all my financial ducks in a row.  7% Nope. I am sufficiently wealthy not to worry.  2% Financial crisis? It's the first I've heard of it.  5% 09 Oct 2008 When did you last read a good book? Total Votes: 140 Right now. I’m always reading a book or two.  41% Pretty recently. I read books fairly often.  15% On my last holiday. I find it relaxing to do.  11% Ages. I wish I had more time to read.  19% When I was studying. They made me do it!  4% Books? Who the hell reads books anymore?  6% Never. I don’t think I’ve read an entire book.  3% 01 Oct 2008 It’s Joburg Pride time! What do think about all the fuss? Total Votes: 149 Yay, it's all about the parties for me!  13% I'm a fan of the parade and fair day.  16% It’s a day for our voice to be heard.  28% Pride is an important political event.  9% It’s an embarrassing spectacle that I avoid.  25% A pointless event that’s a waste of time.  9% 25 Sep 2008 How do you feel about Manto Tshabalala-Msimang being ousted as the minister of health? Total Votes: 157 Thank god. She was a quack of note!  64% Sad. She was just misunderstood.  2% She should be tried for mass murder.  21% It bodes well for the new government.  6% I'll miss her. She was always entertaining.  7% 16 Sep 2008 Should Joburg Pride set the cat among the pigeons and put on its own official Pride after-party? Total Votes: 106 Yes, too many parties split the community when it should be united.  29% Sure, but only if it can be bigger and better than the usual parties.  12% Maybe, but people will still prefer to go to their favourite clubs.  12% Probably not, the community is too diverse to support one party.  10% No, official after-parties have traditionally been a disaster.  5% I don’t care who does it, I’ll go to the biggest party in town.  9% Blahh, I don’t do Pride after-parties. They’re all a rip-off.  22% 11 Sep 2008 Yay, it's Spring! What are you most looking forward to doing? Total Votes: 108 Working out like a demon for summer.  6% Celebrating Joburg Pride next month.  9% Getting back into the party scene.  6% Braais - lots and lots of them.  11% Waking up early and seeing the sun.  9% Getting wet at the beach or pool.  12% No more pyjamas and sleeping nekkid!  14% Checking out all the boys wearing shorts.  31% 04 Sep 2008 Will you be attending the Out In Africa Gay and Lesbian Film Festival this month? Total Votes: 92 Of course! I’ll be seeing most of the films.  10% Yeah. I’ll check out a few selected movies.  22% Not sure. I might see one or two films.  33% Probably not. It’s the same old thing really.  15% Nope. What’s the point of gay films anyway?  2% I wish I could, but it doesn’t come to my town.  14% Huh? Festival, what festival?  4% 27 Aug 2008 What do you think about taking recreational drugs during sex? Total Votes: 170 I do it occasionally. It''s just a treat.  18% I do it often, but I reckon I''m in control.  6% I''m worried. I may have a serious problem.  0% I''ve been there a few times, but have stopped.  7% I don''t do it but my partner sometimes does.  1% It''s just not cool. I don''t want to go there.  15% It’s sad. If you need drugs you''ve got a problem.  52% 20 Aug 2008 Should churches that forbid homosexuality be allowed to fire their gay staff? Total Votes: 113 No way. In SA, the constitution rules, not the bible!  58% They should have the right, but it''s still wrong.  11% Yes, but only if the person has a religious role.  6% Of course! A church is defined by its beliefs.  7% If you''re gay, why apply for the job in the first place?  19% 14 Aug 2008 What do you think about RuPaul coming to SA to perform at the Therapy Pride party? Total Votes: 123 Wow, it's made me excited about Pride again.  31% Exciting, but I would do Pride either way.  18% Cool, but I’d prefer a local or African artist.  1% I'll see her perform, but give Pride a skip.  7% I'm not interested in the drag queen thing.  11% Don't care, RuPaul is tired and washed out.  7% Huh, who the hell is this RuPaul?  26% 06 Aug 2008 If you had the guts, which reality TV show would you most prefer to enter? Total Votes: 121 Survivor: I like it rough and tough.  19% Top Chef: I'm a whizz in the kitchen.  6% So You Think You can Dance: I groove!  4% Big Brother: I'm an exhibitionist.  12% Project Runway: I'm so damn fierce!  10% Idols: Crooning is my passion.  4% Amazing Race: I like the pressure.  45% 30 Jul 2008 Have you started planning for this year's Joburg Pride yet? Total Votes: 108 Yep, I'm working on a float for the parade.  8% Not yet, but I've started thinking about it.  12% Don’t have anything to plan, but I’ll be there!  27% Uhh, I don't even know when it's happening.  29% Nope, I won't be taking part this year.  13% I don't live in Joburg, but I'd love to attend.  11% 23 Jul 2008 What do you think should be done about Jon Qwelane and his homophobic article in The Sunday Sun? Total Votes: 221 He should be forced to apologise.  23% He and his editor should both be fired.  52% He should be barred from ever writing again.  11% I'm not sure. The article is not so bad.  1% Nothing. He has a right to his opinion.  11% Bahh, we're making too much of all this.  2% 16 Jul 2008 You heartbreaker! What’s the best way to break up with a boyfriend? Total Votes: 149 Via e-mail or sms. Keep it impersonal.  5% At a busy restaurant or coffee-shop.  0% Just stop returning his phone calls.  11% Tell him that it's you, not him.  7% Start sleeping around: he’ll get the message.  4% Just be honest about your feelings.  60% Leave the country unannounced.  2% Dunno. I’ve never dumped anyone.  10% 09 Jul 2008 Do you think that the gay club scene is getting very druggy? Total Votes: 178 Not really, it’s always been that way.  35% Yes, it’s getting out of hand of late.  17% It really just depends who you hang with.  17% Yes, it is - but I don’t think it’s a problem.  1% Absolutely! That’s why I refuse to go.  10% No. I think things have gotten better.  2% Dunno. I don’t do the club scene.  18% 02 Jul 2008 Afrikaans music is thriving. So, who is your favourite Afrikaans pop artist? Total Votes: 170 Eden  11% Amor Vittone  1% Sonja Herholdt  4% Sarah Theron  4% Kurt Darren  5% Nicholis Louw  4% Karen Zoid  8% Bok van Blerk  1% Chris Chameleon  18% I don't do Afrikaans music.  45% 25 Jun 2008 Man-slut or saint? Do you consider yourself to be promiscuous? Total Votes: 164 Yes, and I'm proud of my (numerous) conquests!  8% Duh, isn't every gay man a walking, talking slut?  14% Sure, but only when I'm not in a committed relationship.  21% Not really, but I have the occasional one night stand.  27% Well, I prefer to wait until we’ve had a few dates.  11% Nope! For me, sex is for relationships only.  13% Sadly, not at all, but I'd sure like to be!  5% 18 Jun 2008 What should South Africa do about the tragic mess in Zimbabwe? Total Votes: 157 Invade the place and sort things out.  15% Arrest Robert Mugabe for human rights crimes.  47% Champion sanctions against Zim at the UN.  11% Demand that Mugabe immediately step down.