LGBTQ & Human Rights - Page 15 of 33
August 10th, 2020
Christian musician Trey Pearson said recently that there's a "dark cloud" over the entire Christian music industry with regards to LGBT performers. He faced personal and career repurcussions after his own coming out.
Conversion Therapy Advocates Win Legal Battle Against NYC
July 16th, 2020
Conversion therapy advocates scored a rare legal win against New York City, as NYC is forced to pay out over $100,000 in damages and attorney's fees to an Orthodox Jewish psychiatrist who offers conversion therapy.
GOP Congressman Ousted After Officiating Gay Wedding
June 19th, 2020
Virginia GOP representative Denver Riggleman was targeted by his own party after officiating a gay wedding last year. On Saturday they successfully primaried him after censuring and condemning him at nearly every turn.
Supreme Court: It Is Illegal to Fire LGBTQ Employees Based on Identity
June 15th, 2020
In a watershed decision, the Supreme Court ruled 6-3 it is illegal for employers to discriminate against their workers based on sexual orientation or gender identity. Up until today, that was entirely legal. No longer.
J.K. Rowling Faces Backlash Over Trans Rights Comments
June 10th, 2020
J.K. Rowling, author of the famed 'Harry Potter' series, is under fire over comments about the trans rights movement. Supporters say she makes good points, but many critics say her concerns amount to "fearmongering."
Gay Character in New Animated Disney Film Leaves Faith Groups Outraged
May 29th, 2020
A new short on Disney+ features Disney's first-ever LGBT main character. The plot centers around a gay man trying to humorously hide his relationship from his visiting parents. Needless to say, Christians are angry.
Minnesota Reps Propose Bill to Defund Libraries That Host Drag Queen Story Hour
March 13th, 2020
Republican Representatives in Minnesota aren't taking too kindly to Drag Queen Story Hour coming to their home state. A group of legislators are hoping to defund all public libraries that host the controversial events.
Brigham Young University Approves - Then Disapproves - LGBT Students
March 12th, 2020
Brigham Young University showed signs of LGBT acceptance - Briefly. The school updated their handbook to allow behavior showing same-sex affection (like handholding), then a month later, suddenly reversed that directive.
Evangelicals Object to Progressive Washington State Sex-Ed Guidelines
March 10th, 2020
A progressive, comprehensive sex education bill is about to pass in Washington State. Evangelical groups are incensed, pledging to fight the bill that promises frank discussions of LGBT issues in Washington classrooms.
Evangelist Franklin Graham Sues UK Venues for Tour Cancellations Over His Anti-Gay Rhetoric
March 6th, 2020
Evangelist Franklin Graham is suing venues in the UK for canceling his upcoming speaking tour over his anti-LGBT views. Graham insists his right to free speech has been violated, and that this is religious persecution.
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