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Democrats introduce resolution in support of LGBTQ+ youth

Support for LGBTQ+ youth in schools initiative through Congressional resolution. [ more ]

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3 months ago

Rabbi with trans son speaks out against cruel Missouri bathroom bill

A Rabbi with a trans son spoke out against an anti-trans bathroom bill in Missouri.

Over 250 anti-LGBTQ+ bills have been tracked across the US in 2024 so far. [ more ]

Advocate.com

5 months ago

NYC LGBT

These Are the 5 States With the Smallest Percentage of LGBTQ+ People

14.1 million people in the US identify as LGBT, making up 5.6% of the population.

States with the lowest percentages of queer people tend to have anti-LGBTQ+ legislation proposed or approved. [ more ]

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People are more likely to regret having children than gender-affirming surgery: study

Gender-affirming surgery has significantly lower regret rates compared to elective plastic surgery, tattoos, and having children. [ more ]

LGBTQ Nation

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A quarter of trans people have had health care disrupted in the past year

Republican lawmakers are attacking transgender people's access to gender-affirming healthcare in many states.

Legislation targeting gender-affirming care for transgender youth impacts access to healthcare for transgender adults as well. [ more ]

LGBTQ Nation

2 months ago

GOP bill would take trans kids away from their parents if they violate new bathroom law

Proposed bill in Kentucky could allow removal of trans kids from homes for using bathrooms aligning with gender identity.

H.B. 747 uses broad language subtly referencing anti-trans laws to define child abuse for school behavior violations. [ more ]

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2 months ago

Republican says trans people who need the toilet should 'find a corner outside'

Mark Robinson, a Republican politician, stated that trans women should be arrested for using women's public toilets.

North Carolina has passed several anti-LGBTQ+ bills, including limiting LGBTQ+ education in schools and banning certain gender-affirming care procedures. [ more ]

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3 months ago

Utah Governor Signs Anti-Trans Bathroom Bill Into Law

Utah governor signs bill banning transgender individuals from using bathrooms that align with their gender identity.

Opponents argue that these bans are an attack on transgender people. [ more ]

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2 weeks ago

LGBTQ+ voters prefer Biden and Democrats over Trump but want them to do more: poll

LGBTQ+ Americans prefer Democrats but think more should be done to protect LGBTQ+ rights. [ more ]

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After decades of silent protest, advocates and students speak out for LGBTQ+ rights

The 'Day of Silence' has transformed into the 'Day of (NO) Silence' to encourage students to take action against bigotry and homophobia. [ more ]

Advocate.com

3 months ago

Kentucky's first transgender elected official wants you to get involved in local politics

Kentucky passed anti-LGBTQ+ laws in 2023, including restrictions on gender-affirming care for minors and bans on teaching LGBTQ+ topics in schools.

Despite the anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, Kentucky swore in its first transgender elected official, Rebecca Blankenship, who serves on the Berea Independent School District's board of education. [ more ]

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LGBTQ Nation

Lawmakers don't let tornadoes stop them from meeting to advance two anti-LGBTQ+ bills

Anti-LGBTQ+ legislation advanced in Louisiana amid severe weather.

Bills aim to restrict addressing students by preferred names/pronouns and prohibit discussion of sexual orientation/gender identity in school. [ more ]

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Opinion: Californians divided on LGBTQ issues at schools, but there's a path to parental support

Parents' rights movement gaining momentum in education

Shift to focusing on LGBTQ issues in schools [ more ]

San Francisco Bay Times

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Anti-LGBTQ Bills Being Introduced Today Echo Movements From Years Past - San Francisco Bay Times

Record number of anti-LGBTQ bills introduced in state legislatures for consecutive years.

Historical parallels between current anti-LGBTQ bills and past discriminatory movements. [ more ]

Advocate.com

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Elliot Page, Allison Russell & Mae Martin among 400+ artists bashing 'destructive' anti-trans laws

Over 400 artists have signed a letter voicing opposition to anti-LGBTQ+ legislation in Canada.

Canada is facing a global attack on the trans community including restrictions on healthcare and freedoms. [ more ]

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