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Log Cabin Republicans Name Homophobe As An ‘Outspoken Ambassador’

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The Log Cabin Republicans, the right-wing organization that claims to represent “LGBT conservatives and straight allies who support fairness, freedom, and equality,” has announced its 2023 class of “Outspoken Ambassadors.” Continue reading “Log Cabin Republicans Name Homophobe As An ‘Outspoken Ambassador’”

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Justice Dept Declines To Charge Matt Gaetz With Sex Trafficking

The Justice Department has reportedly decided against bringing sex trafficking charges against Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL).
Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) speaks to reporters (screen capture)
After a lengthy investigation, the Justice Department has reportedly decided against bringing sex trafficking charges against Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL). Continue reading “Justice Dept Declines To Charge Matt Gaetz With Sex Trafficking”

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Club Q Announces Plans To Reopen This Year

The management for Club Q has announced plans to reopen by Fall of 2023 with enhanced security and a permanent tribute to the five victims who lost their lives in the massacre.
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The management for Club Q, the site of a deadly mass shooting in Colorado Springs last November, has announced plans to reopen by Fall of 2023 with enhanced security and a permanent tribute to the five victims who lost their lives in the massacre. Continue reading “Club Q Announces Plans To Reopen This Year”

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Japan: Huge Majority Supports Same-Sex Marriage + More News

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Some news items you might have missed: • Reuters: Nearly two-thirds of Japanese believe same-sex marriage should be legally recognized, according to a new survey. Japan is the only country among the Group of Seven nations which does not legally recognize same-sex unions. Continue reading “Japan: Huge Majority Supports Same-Sex Marriage + More News”

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Man Pleads Guilty To Using Stun Gun On DC Officer At Capitol Invasion

Daniel Rodriguez, of California, pleaded guilty today to using a taser on a Washington, D.C., police officer during the violent invasion of the U.S. Capitol building on January 6, 2021.
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Daniel Rodriguez, of California, pleaded guilty today to using a taser on a Washington, D.C., police officer during the violent invasion of the U.S. Capitol building on January 6, 2021. Continue reading “Man Pleads Guilty To Using Stun Gun On DC Officer At Capitol Invasion”

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Soccer Star Jakub Jankto Comes Out As Gay + More News

Some news items you might have missed:

• The Advocate: Czech soccer star Jakub Jankto has become the first active international men’s player to announce he is gay. In his coming out message (below), Jankto says he wants to “live my life in freedom without fears.” Congrats Jakub for loving yourself enough to live out loud. Continue reading “Soccer Star Jakub Jankto Comes Out As Gay + More News”

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Wyoming Republicans Oppose Bill That Would Ban Child Marriage

Wyoming Republicans are opposing a bill that would prohibit child marriage for those under 16-years-old in their state.
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Republican state legislators across the country have been introducing (and passing!) anti-LGBTQ bills at a rapidly increasing rate, usually under the guise of “protecting the children.” So imagine my surprise when I read that Wyoming Republicans are opposing a bill that would prohibit child marriage for those under 16-years-old in their state. Continue reading “Wyoming Republicans Oppose Bill That Would Ban Child Marriage”