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Commentary
Scapegoating trans people is the latest rightwing tactic. What’s driving that decision?
What kind of political points could the right hope to win by targeting trans people? What is their strategy?
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Politics
Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff speaks on LGBTQ equality at Seder celebration
“The promise of liberty and equality for all LGBTQ individuals remains a crucial struggle in our nation today,” said Kamala Harris’s husband.
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News (USA)
Arkansas legislature passes bill to allow EMTs & doctors to refuse to treat LGBTQ people
The bill to allow health care providers to turn away patients due to their religious beliefs is headed to the Republican governor’s desk.
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News (USA)
South Dakota passes “religious freedom” bill that could legalize discrimination
“I find it offensive when people play the LBGTQ-whatever card,” the bill’s sponsor said when people raised objections.
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News (USA)
Mississippi is the first state to pass a law attacking transgender youth
The governor is blaming the ban on transgender girls in sports on Joe Biden.
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Health and Wellness
American Psychological Association opposes transgender conversion “therapy” in historic statement
“Transgender or nonbinary gender identities are normal variations in human expression of gender. Attempts to force people to conform with rigid gender identities can be harmful to their mental health and well-being.”
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Politics
House Democrats seek to adopt resolution honoring & uplifting Black queer leaders
If adopted, the House will recognize “Black History Month as an important time to celebrate the remarkable and unique contributions of all LGBTQ+ Black Americans in United States history.”
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News (USA)
Is your home state LGBTQ friendly? See how your state measures up.
A lot of people may assume their state is friendly, but in reality, 25 states — half of the 50 United States — are rated in the lowest category.
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Health and Wellness
Dr. Jill Biden visits a LGBTQ community clinic in just her second day as First Lady
Jill Biden wanted to immediately discuss healthcare and cancer as the new First Lady. She chose to start at a LGBTQ-focused clinic known for its HIV/AIDS care.
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Politics
Joe Biden signs sweeping executive order fighting anti-LGBTQ discrimination
“All persons should receive equal treatment under the law, no matter their gender identity or sexual orientation.”
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Politics
Betsy DeVos launches last minute attack on trans children on her way out the door
One of her finals acts was telling the Department of Education that it shouldn’t protect LGBTQ students.
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Politics
2020 election saw increase in “Equality” voters that prioritize LGBTQ rights
The Human Rights Campaign-commissioned poll also re-confirmed that Trump did not receive more LGBTQ voters, as initially believed.
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News (USA)
Out state Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta presents official motion for state electors to oust Donald Trump
The Democratic rising star is one of 538 electors representing their states today, and he had a special honor in the process.
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News (USA)
Senate confirms Trump appointee to federal court who defended anti-LGBTQ laws for years
Stephen Schwartz defended North Carolina’s H.B.2 discrimination law & fought against trans student Gavin Grimm in court. Now he’s going to be a federal judge.
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Politics
HRC President Alphonso David on how Joe Biden & Kamala Harris should advance LGBTQ rights
The incoming administration has the power to foster a national atmosphere of respect, recognition, and equal protection.
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Politics
Here are 85 ways Joe Biden can help LGBTQ people without going through Congress
Joe Biden doesn’t even need to go to Congress to roll back many of Donald Trump’s attacks on LGBTQ rights.
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News (USA)
Transgender interior designer Felycya Harris shot to death in Georgia park
This may be the most violent year on record for transgender and non-binary people.
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New pro-Trump ads demonize trans people & claim Biden supports “legal child abuse”
The ads falsely claim Biden supports “sex change surgeries” for kids, citing LGBTQ anti-discrimination legislation.
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News (USA)
Three gay Democratic “rising stars” to give joint keynote address at convention
This is the first time LGBTQ people will deliver a keynote address at the Democratic National Convention.
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News (USA)
Trump administration will allow health care providers to discriminate against transgender people
The move comes during Pride month and on the anniversary of the mass shooting at Pulse nightclub that left dozens of LGBTQ people dead.