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12-year-old trans boy’s incredible speech to school board goes viral
When Ari Bowman stepped to the podium to address the East Penn School District board, no one (except his mother) expected what would come next.
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Christian groups start recruiting LGBT people and millennials in bars
“You know one of the Psalms says, ‘God gave wine to cheer up people’s hearts,’ so even the prayer book of the Old Testament sees that this is a gift from God.”
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News (USA)
Did the NCAA and ACC just decide North Carolina governor’s race?
If McCrory wins re-election, it will be in face of some of America’s biggest household names.
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News (USA)
Orlando releases more 911 calls from Pulse nightclub shooting
“But my friend is shot,” the woman said, crying. “She is shot. My friend is shot!… She is bleeding. She is right here!”
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News (USA)
Another North Carolina Republican calls for repeal of anti-LGBT law
Sen. Rick Gunn said he’s concerned about the effect House Bill 2 is having on the state and the region he represents.
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News (USA)
Michigan schools set new inclusive policy for transgender students
The guidance urges schools to let transgender students use those bathrooms and locker rooms that correspond with their gender identity.
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Commentary
North Carolina GOP’s meltdown has a connection to anti-semitism and eugenics
A crucial point in the psychology of stereotyping is painting minority groups as sub-human lifeforms determined to molest members of the dominant group.
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News (USA)
Another day, another sportsball group pulls out of North Carolina over HB2
The Atlantic Coast Conference is moving championship games out of North Carolina due to the state’s anti-LGBTQ HB2 law, following the NCAA and NBA.
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News (USA)
Researchers say gay men might be able to conceive children without women
Before you go making babies, however, know this: it’s only been tested on mice and women would still be needed to carry and deliver the baby.
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News (USA)
Will NCAA decision be the tipping point for North Carolina’s anti-LGBT law?
It will be hard for moderate voters who are passionate about sports to ignore the law’s repercussions.
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News (USA)
You’d better work: California launches program to get transgender people jobs
The project will place trans job seekers into entry-level positions at restaurants statewide, and a state grant will pay their first 60 hours of wages.
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News (World)
British teen planned terrorist attack on Elton John concert on 9/11
19-year-old Haroon Ali-Syed planned to explode a homemade bomb at an Elton John concert scheduled for the 15th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.
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News (USA)
Navy secretary defends decision to name ships for civil rights icons
The decision to name a ship after LGBT rights icon Harvey Milk and other civil rights leaders is sparking backlash.
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News (USA)
Chelsea Manning ends hunger strike, will get gender confirmation surgery
Imprisoned whistleblower Chelsea Manning ended her hunger strike after the Army agreed to provide medically prescribed treatment for her gender dysphoria.
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Life
WATCH: Ellen DeGeneres and Michelle Obama cause mayhem in a CVS together
Several drug store shoppers were shocked when the duo showed up with a Secret Service escort.
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News (USA)
NC Republican state senator breaks ranks, supports repeal of anti-LGBT law
Republican lawmakers have been otherwise united either defending the law or only making small adjustments.
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News (USA)
Trump campaign pushback to ‘deplorables’ comment could backfire
Former KKK leader David Duke offered fresh praise for the way that Trump is handling the controversy, but not all Republicans were pleased.
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Commentary
Speculating about Alexis Arquette’s gender does no one any good
Gossip about whether the transgender actor detransitioned before dying may pique curiosity, but it can also have a chilling effect on trans individuals.
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News (USA)
Marine veteran and boyfriend told to stop acting like a couple at bar
The two were having drinks with friends when they kissed on the lips and gave each other a hug.
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News (USA)
Proud mom of lesbians has carried this sign at almost every NYC Pride Parade
“I’m very grateful that I’m able to carry it each year. I am now 92 years old and I hope to keep going for as long as I am able.”