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LGBTQ Rights
The Vast Majority of Anti-Trans Legislation Excludes the Word “Transgender”
The language of this legislation serves to deny trans kids' existence even as it affects what they can and cannot do.
78-Year-Old Woman Says Assisted Living Site Rejected Her for Being Transgender
Advocates say this could be the first discrimination case of its kind in the United States.
Gov. Greg Abbott Signs Texas’s First Statewide Anti-Trans Bill
Dozens of similar bills were introduced in the state and debated over three special legislative sessions.
Some School Districts Are Banning Pride Flags as Political Speech
Experts say forcing teachers to take down Pride flags could hurt the well-being of students.
Liz Cheney Claims to Support LGBTQ Community, But She Voted Against Equality Act
Despite the positive news cycle surrounding her claims, Rep. Liz Cheney’s voting record doesn’t match her words.
Texas Abortion Ban Architect Takes Aim at LGBTQ Rights, Urges Reversal of Roe
A legal brief takes aim at the 2015 marriage equality case and 2003 case that overturned homophobic state sodomy laws.
“X” Isn’t Enough: We Must Abolish All Gender Markers on IDs
We must abolish all gender markers on IDs to end discrimination against those who don’t fit gender stereotypes.
Turkish LGBTQ Activists Counter Oppression With Art, Solidarity and Radical Hope
Queer Turkish activists reveal the danger posed by the Erdoğan government and the role of creativity in their struggle.
Two Anti-Trans Laws Blocked by Federal Judges in Arkansas and West Virginia
The laws attacked gender-affirming care for trans youth and imposed restrictions on sports for trans athletes.
No Cops, No Corporations — Boston LGBTQ Community Reimagines Pride Celebrations
Many activists believe Pride marches have become self-congratulatory, commercialized affairs with no political goals.