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LGBTQ Rights
Dispelling the Myths Behind “Bathroom Bills” and Other Forms of Transphobia
Understanding the origins of these myths is step one.
Trans People Don’t Need to Be “Cured,” Despite What Discredited Studies Claim
Mental health improves with transition.
Man Denied Marriage License by Kim Davis Will Try to Unseat Her in 2018
Ordinary Americans are running against politicians who try their best to hold them back.
Trans and Open: Education Is Key to Making This a Sign of the Times
An inclusive society begins with educators.
West Virginia Rises to Protect LGBTQ Rights
How can other states follow suit?
Talking to the Editors of a Trans Speculative Fiction Anthology
“Fighting back... can be a source of glee.”
Trapped in a Transphobic Hell: Ky Peterson and the Trials of Trans People in Prison
Trans prisoners routinely experience medical violence.
Trump Administration’s Hard-Line Policies Are Raising the Stakes for Trans Survival
The Department of Justice is going out of its way to support employers who discriminate against LGBTQ people.
No Apartheid in Our Name: LGBT Jewish Groups Block “Celebrate Israel” Parade
Celebrate Israel Parade 2017 was met with spirited resistance from queer and trans people organized by Jewish Voice for Peace.
Alumni of This Anti-LGBTQ Hate Group Are Serving in Federal, State and Local Governments
Media Matters has identified at least 55 Alliance Defending Freedom affiliated lawyers serving in influential government positions.