Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” bill has passed in the state Senate over bipartisan objection by a vote of 22-17. Eight Republican lawmakers, including the leader of one of the largest child welfare organizations in Florida, voted against the bill in the Florida House. The bill now goes to Gov. Ron DeSantis, who has indicated he will sign it. Continue reading “Florida Passes Hateful Don’t Say Gay Bill”
News Round-Up: March 7, 2022
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Global Death Toll From COVID-19 Passes 6 Million Mark
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Press Sec Calls Opponents Of Florida’s Anti-LGBTQ Bill ‘Groomers’
Christina Pushaw, press secretary for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, accused the opponents of Florida’s anti-LGBTQ bill ‘groomers.’ The term is a reference to people who help “groom” children for pedophiles and other abusers. Continue reading “Press Sec Calls Opponents Of Florida’s Anti-LGBTQ Bill ‘Groomers’”
WNBA Star Brittney Griner Held In Russia On Alleged ‘Drug Charges’
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SNL’s Kate McKinnon Discusses Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” Bill
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Utah Governor Will Veto Anti-Transgender Sports Bill
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News Round-Up: March 4, 2022
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“Trans Youth Town Hall” – It’s Time To Hear From Transgender Youth Themselves
On March 29, Logo will premiere Trans Youth Town Hall – a three part series of discussions hosted by Raquel Willis about recent attempts to ban gender-affirming health care for minors. As a wave of anti-LGBTQ legislation targets transgender and nonbinary youth, it’s time to hear from young people themselves. Continue reading ““Trans Youth Town Hall” – It’s Time To Hear From Transgender Youth Themselves”