PRIDE ON PARADE

Glenn D. Braunstein, M.D., 06/11/12

Chairman of the Department of Medicine, Cedars-Sinai

With so many changes occurring in our society because of technology, the economy, and population growth, the practice of medicine in the future will change.

James Franco, 06/11/12

Actor and author

The extensive detailing that gives the novel its raison d'être makes me think of Vladimir Nabokov --- especially since Nabokov, in Lolita, was as eager as Eugenides is here to mix pop-culture references and incredibly apt metaphors.

Judy Patrick, 06/11/12

CEO, Women's Foundation of California

Supersized tax loopholes coupled with the belief that increasing corporate taxes will jeopardize the economy are costing California. There are wise revenue solutions. Our elected officials just need to be willing to identify them and take a stand.

Laird Hamilton, 06/10/12

Big-Wave Surfer

Surfers know the importance of balance. It's the difference between a great ride and a wipeout, and it's a principle we can learn a lot from when it comes to how we treat the oceans we love so much.

CarsTravelFood, 06/10/12

A national travel blog

This might be just the event for those hankering to see beautiful vintage cars and can't wait for Pebble Beach up north in August.

Broke Girls Guide, 06/07/12

Co-founders Erin Bunch and Michelle Vick

You know those weeks that are so rough that you actually consider becoming Hef's #1 girl so that you can move into the mansion and cease to worry about anything but your spray tan? We at Broke Girl's Guide are having one of them.

Sandra Dupont, 06/08/12

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Bullying is a learned behavior. Some people bully in an attempt to feel more powerful. Conversely, people with healthy self-esteem seldom consciously choose to hurt others.

Desmond Tutu, 06/08/12

1984 Nobel Peace Prize winner

For the sake of our planet, a conversation that needs to be heard is the one between generations, between elders and young people around the world -- and those who are in between.

Derek Shearer, 06/08/12

Professor of Diplomacy at Occidental College and former US ambassador

Sports can't save the world from the effects of global warming or by themselves solve economic inequality in the world economy. For that, politics is required. But with the Olympics approaching, we should remember that a love of sports -- playing, watching, arguing, rooting, buying gear -- is one of the great commonalities of being human.

Bennet Kelley, 06/11/12

Columnist, Radio Host, Political Analyst and Internet Lawyer

As one who has played the role of translator on both coasts, I believe that what feeds the divide is the extent to which neither community speaks nor fully understands the language of the other.

Zagat, 06/08/12

Zagat.com

Check out our slideshow of the best open-air rooftops, restaurants and bars from which to enjoy those clear days -- when you can see the Downtown skyline, Hollywood sign and ocean in one fell swoop -- while grabbing a drink or a bite.

Helen Davey, 06/11/12

Psychoanalyst and psychotherapist

There's a reason they call it honoring your "roots," because compiling such records provides feelings of grounding, stability, and continuity.

The Los Angeles Public Library, 06/07/12

It's summer reading club time at your local public library, but why should the kids get to have all the fun? We've been combing our shelves for this summer's best reading -- we hope you'll find your next pool, patio, or plane book here.

Leigh Steinberg, 06/08/12

Sports agent

It will be interesting to see the impact on local fans if the Kings are able to win the Stanley Cup. It may jumpstart hockey popularity. But don't be disappointed if Southern Californians don't take to the streets en masse to celebrate.

Austin Beutner, 06/06/12

Civic Leader, Evercore Partners Founder

Los Angeles is a special place, blessed with diversity and many unique neighborhoods, which make one of the greatest cities in the world. But the city will only realize its potential if leaders face up to the challenges and make the right choices.

Marshall Fine, 06/08/12

Author and film critic, hollywoodandfine.com

Lola Versus is all like an extended episode of Girls, minus that series' self-lacerating sense of humor. Or any sense of humor.

Rodney Scott, 06/08/12

President, Christopher Street West

Showing up in your own lives and being part of your community is your opportunity to lead by example, to be the change. Showing up is standing up -- standing up for community, for visibility, for the esteemed activists and allies, for the crushing setbacks and enormous victories.