LGBTQ & Human Rights - Page 12 of 33
February 23rd, 2022
One reverend stated last year that Jesus Christ "transgenders himself" multiple times in the Bible in a clip that's now making the rounds on social media. Was Jesus actually a norm-destroying hetereopatriarchy smasher?
Florida Advances Controversial 'Don't Say Gay' Bill
January 28th, 2022
Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' bill is advancing through the legislature at lightning speed, and could soon make it illegal to for educators to acknowledge the existence of gay people to their young students.
Where Does Pope Francis Stand on LGBTQ Rights?
January 28th, 2022
There's no doubt that Pope Francis has overall been more progressive in his views on LGBTQ issues than previous pontiffs. However, his actual track record is fairly confusing. Where does Francis stand?
New Jersey Officials Tell Chick-Fil-A: Get Out
January 20th, 2022
One New Jersey mayor is trying his best to keep Christian restaurant Chick-fil-A out of a rest stop along the Jersey Turnpike, arguing that their prior opposition to same-sex marriage justifies a ban.
Was Jesus Transgender? German Bible Museum Says Yes
December 29th, 2021
Mere weeks before Christmas, a German Bible museum hosted a pro-LGBT exhibit, including performances of a play that recasts Jesus Christ as a transgender woman. Evangelicals weren't thrilled to see their savior as trans.
Utah Billionaire Leaves LDS Church, Donates to LGBTQ Group
December 29th, 2021
Utah's richest man just quit the Mormon Church with a very public goodbye. In a letter written to church leadership, billionaire Jeff Green said that he believes the LDS Church is actively harming LGBTQ individuals.
Pastor Fired After Dressing in Drag to Support Pansexual Daughter
December 13th, 2021
Pastor Craig Duke was let go as head pastor at Newburgh United Methodist Church after appearing in an HBO series dressed in drag. He simply wanted to show support for the LGBTQ community, but is now out of a job.
Christian Florist Settles With Gay Couple, Ending 8 Year Legal Battle
December 1st, 2021
A Christian florist who spent eight years in the Washington State courts for her right to deny service to a same-sex couple has finally thrown in the legal towel, agreeing to settle with the two men.
Fahrenheit 2021? Virginia School Board Wants to Burn "Sexually Explicit" Books
November 12th, 2021
A Virgina school board recently voted to remove "sexually explicit" books from school libraries following complaints from parents. But two board members said they'd actually like to see the books burned.
School Field Trip to Gay Bar Sparks Outrage in Florida
November 5th, 2021
A Florida elementary school is receiving major backlash after their field trip to a local gay bar made national news. They say it was to teach kids about community and the workforce, but some parents are outraged.
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