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Lizzo’s Big Donation + Kenya + RFK Jr. + More News

Recording superstar Lizzo has donated $50,000 to the Marsha P. Johnson Institute, an organization named after the transgender Stonewall veteran that protects and defends the human rights of black transgender people.
Recording superstar Lizzo (via Instagram)
Some news stories you might have missed: • LGBTQ Nation: Recording superstar Lizzo has donated $50,000 to the Marsha P. Johnson Institute, an organization named after the transgender Stonewall veteran that protects and defends the human rights of black transgender people. Continue reading “Lizzo’s Big Donation + Kenya + RFK Jr. + More News”

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“We Say Gay” Billboards In Florida + More News

Cedar Key Progress, a liberal political committee, has sponsored six “We Say Gay” billboards up around the state of Florida through Pride Month. Some news stories you might have missed: • Florida Politics: After a new poll by Civiqs found 50% of Florida voters oppose a new ban on diversity, equity and inclusion programs at Florida universities, Cedar Key Progress, a liberal political committee, has sponsored six “We Say Gay” billboards up around the state through Pride Month. Continue reading ““We Say Gay” Billboards In Florida + More News”

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News: Kari Lake Loses (Again), Another Florida Travel Warning + More

The Human Rights Campaign joined the NAACP, the League of United Latin American Citizens, the Florida Immigrant Coalition and Equality Florida in issuing travel warnings for Florida.
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Some news stories you might have missed: • AP News: The Human Rights Campaign joined the NAACP, the League of United Latin American Citizens, the Florida Immigrant Coalition and Equality Florida in issuing travel warnings for Florida due to newly-passed laws and policies. Continue reading “News: Kari Lake Loses (Again), Another Florida Travel Warning + More”

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News: Pedro Almodóvar Gay Western Premieres At Cannes Film Fest + More

L-R Ethan Hawke, Pedro Pascal in “Strange Way of Life”
Some news items you might have missed: • The Advocate: Strange Way of Life, the sizzling gay western by acclaimed out director Pedro Almodóvar starring Pedro Pascal and Ethan Hawke, has premiered at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival. Continue reading “News: Pedro Almodóvar Gay Western Premieres At Cannes Film Fest + More”

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Wilton Manor Officials Vote Against Allowing Drag At Pride

City commissioners of the gay Florida enclave of Wilton Manors have voted against finding a way to sidestep the new statewide law that defines “live adult entertainment” to include drag entertainment.
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City commissioners of the gay Florida enclave of Wilton Manors have voted against finding a way to sidestep the new statewide law that defines “live adult entertainment” to include drag entertainment. Continue reading “Wilton Manor Officials Vote Against Allowing Drag At Pride”

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Formula 1 Champ Will Wear Rainbow Helmet in Miami Grand Prix

Formula One champ Lewis Hamilton (photo: Depositphotos/ChinaImages)
Seven-time Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton will wear a rainbow-adorned helmet this weekend at the Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix in support of the LGBTQ community. Continue reading “Formula 1 Champ Will Wear Rainbow Helmet in Miami Grand Prix”

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News: Iowa Mayor Steps Up For LGBTQs, Ethics-Challenged Clarence Thomas + More

An Iowa mayor rejected a request from constituents to officially recognize June as Pride Month. And then LGBTQ residents changed his mind.
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Some news items you might have missed: • Washington Post: An Iowa mayor rejected a request from constituents to officially recognize June as Pride Month. And then LGBTQ residents changed his mind. Continue reading “News: Iowa Mayor Steps Up For LGBTQs, Ethics-Challenged Clarence Thomas + More”

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News: Netflix Orders Gay Marine Series + Hateful Montana Karens + More

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Some news items you might have missed: • Variety: Netflix has given a 10 episode order for “The Corps,” about Cameron, a bullied, gay high school student who joins the Marine Corps with his straight best friend, Ray — a dangerous move when being gay in the military meant jail time or worse. Continue reading “News: Netflix Orders Gay Marine Series + Hateful Montana Karens + More”