America Still Says ‘I Do’ to Equality
💍 Most Americans still say “I do” to love—no matter who’s at the altar. But the Supreme Court might have other plans. 👀
Nebraska Democrat Vows to Filibuster Legislation Restricting Transgender Health Care for Minors
Nebraska State Senator vows to stop legislation that targets transgender health care for minors. #TransRights #HealthCare #Filibuster
Iowa Republicans Propose Constitutional Ban on Same-Sex Marriage
GOP lawmakers introduce a joint resolution that would limit the definition of marriage to the union between one biological man and one biological woman. #Iowa #Republicans #SameSexMarriage #ConstitutionalBan #LGBTQ #Discrimination
Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Defends Ban on Same-Sex Marriage
Kishida sparks criticism over same-sex marriage ban comments #Japan #LGBTQ
Ultra-Nationalist Israeli Deputy Minister Resigns over Lack of Support and His Homophobic Remarks
Avi Maoz's resignation highlights tensions in Israel's ruling coalition over LGBTQ+ rights and non-Orthodox Judaism. #Israel #LGBTQ #Politics
Uganda Lawmaker Introduces Anti-LGBTQ Bill Amid Heightened Anti-Gay Sentiment
Ugandan legislator proposes bill to prohibit promotion, recruitment and funding of LGBTQ activities. #Uganda #LGBTQrights #homophobia
Tennessee Governor Faces Backlash Over Yearbook Photo and Anti-LGBTQ Legislation
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee is facing criticism for a yearbook photo that surfaced showing him dressed in women's clothing in high school, as he prepares to sign legislation that would severely limit where drag performances can take place. #Tennessee #BillLee #LGBTQ #dragperformances #yearbookphoto #antiLGBTQlegislation
Hostile Rhetoric Toward Transgender People at Statehouses Could Chill Advocacy
Trans advocates face demeaning questions and rhetoric while testifying against bills targeting their rights, raising concerns about lasting damage to a marginalized community. #transrights #statehouses
Tennessee Governor Under Fire for Drag Photo Circulating on Social Media
Photo of Tennessee Governor in drag sparks controversy as he confirms he will sign a bill criminalizing drag performances in public and in front of children. #TennesseeGovernor #dragbill #hypocrisy
West Virginia GOP House Passes Religious Freedom Restoration Bill
WV House passes bill on religious freedom with potential implications for LGBTQ and vaccine requirements. #religiousfreedom #discrimination
Virginia Defeats 12 Anti-LGBTQ Bills During 2023 Legislative Session
Virginia's defeat of 12 anti-LGBTQ bills is a victory for trans and nonbinary youth. Love and acceptance prevail. #equality #Virginia