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Alabama is becoming the fifth state this year to ban trans youth from participating in sports
Alabama’s governor signed the ban on trans youth in sports, despite opponents warning that this could jeopardize the state’s future NCAA events.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.