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A Transgender Holiday Fell on Easter. Republicans Lashed Out at Biden.

Republicans criticized Biden for acknowledging International Transgender Day of Visibility and Easter coincidence.

Biden honored both events, sparking Republican outrage over besmirching Christianity. [ more ]

LGBTQ Nation

Republicans explode in rage at Joe Biden for honoring Trans Day of Visibility

Republicans blamed Biden for Easter and TDOV coincidence

Easter and TDOV dates were not decided by Biden [ more ]

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Morning Joe Ridicules GOP's Bad Faith' Criticism of Biden Recognizing Transgender Day of Visibility the Same Day As Easter

President Biden recognizes Transgender Day of Visibility on Easter. Conservatives criticize the timing. MSNBC addresses GOP criticism and misinformation. [ more ]

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Karine Jean-Pierre Defends Trans Day By Pointing Out Fox Has Same Recognition

Fox News criticized Transgender Day of Visibility coinciding with Easter, despite previous support for the day.

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre expressed confusion over Fox News' negative coverage of Transgender Day of Visibility. [ more ]

Advocate.com

White House responds to weird Republican outrage over Transgender Day of Visibility coinciding with Easter

Accusations of Biden replacing Easter with TDOV

Reaction from Republican politicians and media

Explanation of Easter and TDOV dates [ more ]

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Karine Jean-Pierre slams right-wing misinformation on Trans Day of Visibility

Transgender Day of Visibility falls on March 31 every year, coinciding with Easter in 2022.

Press Secretary Jean-Pierre defended President Biden's proclamation, highlighting misinformation and divisive rhetoric from critics. [ more ]

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God Will Not Be Mocked': Conservatives Roast Biden For Celebrating Transgender Day Of Visibility On Easter Sunday

Conservatives criticize President Biden for celebrating Transgender Day of Visibility on Easter Sunday.

The White House's proclamation honoring transgender Americans on Easter Sunday faces backlash from Republican politicians and right-wing figures. [ more ]

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Fox News' Jacqui Heinrich Reports on Biden's Criticism Coming from Critics' Over Easter Transgender Proclamation

Critics misportrayed Biden's recognition of Transgender Day of Visibility as overshadowing Easter Sunday.

Controversy stirred over a children's egg decorating contest for National Guard members, involving restrictions on religious symbols. [ more ]

LGBTQ Nation

Joe Biden calls trans people "fabric of our nation" in Trans Day of Visibility proclamation

Transgender people's contributions praised by President Biden.

Actions taken by Biden administration to support trans rights. [ more ]

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Confused right-wingers accuse trans people of 'hijacking' Easter due to date clash

Transgender Day of Visibility falls on Easter Sunday, coincidentally, leading to controversy.

Fairfax County in Virginia unanimously supports Transgender Day of Visibility, sparking criticism from conservative groups. [ more ]

LGBTQ Nation

Marjorie Taylor Greene lambasted for claiming Joe Biden mocks Christians

Marjorie Taylor Greene accused Biden of mocking Christians by the coincidence of Transgender Day of Visibility and Easter.

Greene faced backlash for her controversial statements and actions regarding faith and politics. [ more ]

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California

State lawmakers observe Transgender Day of Visibility. 'They just want to live their lives.'

The rainbow flag was flown on the main flagpole of the California state Capitol for the first time in history to celebrate LGBTQ Pride month.

During a recent California Senate discussion on Transgender Day of Visibility, Republican lawmakers shifted the focus to a debate over women's sports. [ more ]

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NYC politics

Kathy Hochul Orders NYC Landmarks Lit Up Pink, White, And Blue On Easter To Celebrate 'Transgender Day Of Visibility'

Governor Kathy Hochul designated March 31, 2024, as Transgender Day of Visibility in New York.

New York landmarks like One World Trade Center will be lit up in transgender flag colors to celebrate the day. [ more ]

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Trans Day of Visibility began 15 years ago. The founder is still moved by its success

Transgender Day of Visibility started by Rachel Crandall-Crocker in 2009 to celebrate the living transgender community worldwide annually on March 31.

More than 1.6 million people in the U.S. identify as transgender - increasing awareness and visibility is crucial amid growing restrictions on trans rights. [ more ]

Advocate.com

Equalpride's CEO on standing together this Transgender Day of Visibility

Transgender Day of Visibility celebrates resilience and diversity amid challenges.

equalpride emphasizes amplifying trans joy and advocating for inclusivity. [ more ]

Advocate.com

LGBTQ+ and allied members of Congress introduce Trans Day of Visibility resolution

Congress introduced a resolution recognizing trans, nonbinary, and gender-nonconforming accomplishments and commitment to equality.

The resolution highlights the challenges faced by the trans community, celebrates their contributions to various sectors, and emphasizes the importance of visibility. [ more ]

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Harkens back to the Aids quilt': using art as protest for the trans community

Transgender Day of Visibility celebrates diversity and raises awareness of challenges faced by transgender community.

Transgender people in the US face increasing legislative challenges restricting their rights and access. [ more ]

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