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As Anti-LGBTQ Censorship Expands, These Cities Have Cancelled Pride This Year
With red states cracking down on LGBTQ+ events, groups in several cities say organizing Pride is dangerous.
Texas Universities’ Crackdown on LGBT Courses and DEI Is Getting Worse
As pressure intensifies, universities have restructured, fired faculty, cancelled classes and limited discussion topics.
Hundreds Turn Out for Wisconsin High Schoolers’ Performance of Banned LGBTQ Song
The Watertown school board banned students from performing “A Mother of a Revolution” just days before the concert.
Black Trans Women Find Care and Survival Through Chosen Mothers
As anti-trans laws spread, Black trans women continue building networks of community and support.
Critics Slam FCC Move to Update Ratings System to Include Trans Content Warnings
“This is a solution in search of a problem,” the lone Democratic member of the FCC said.
Pride Flag Returns to Stonewall After Lawsuit Leads to Trump Admin Reversal
“The Pride flag belongs at Stonewall,” a lawyer for LGBTQ groups suing the administration said.
Trans People Behind Bars Share How They Are Navigating the Dangers of Visibility
The vitriol of Trump’s anti-trans attacks has stoked anti-trans violence by prison staff and other incarcerated people.
Teaching LGBTQ History Is Required in California But Many Teachers Still Hesitate
Educators face pushback, threats, and political pressure despite a state law.
Mamdani Unveils LGBTQ Office as $65 Million Pledge Remains Uncertain
Trans advocates raise concerns as funding for gender-affirming care remains unclear in mayor’s plan.
States Tighten HIV Drug Assistance, Raising Access Concerns
Advocates warn restrictions could disrupt treatment for thousands relying on HIV medication aid.