LGBTQ & Human Rights - Page 19 of 33
April 5th, 2019
When non-Muslim women travel to majority-Islamic countries, it’s fairly common for them to don a hijab, in line with local customs and laws. But is that the right approach? Some feminists say absolutely not.
Chick-fil-A Banned From Airports Over Anti-LGBT Views
April 1st, 2019
San Antonio has decided to ban controversial fast-food giant Chick-fil-A from opening a new location at the city’s airport. After plans for the new restaurant were made public, community groups expressed concern over the company’s record on LGBTQ rights. Should our ethics help direct how we spend our money?
Lesbian Couple Declares Legal Victory Over Christian B&B
March 18th, 2019
The Supreme Court dealt a blow to traditional faith groups Monday when it declined to hear oral arguments on a case involving a Christian-owned B&B. The Aloha Bed & Breakfast has been tied up in court since 2011 when a lesbian couple sued the business for refusing to rent them a room.
Teacher at Religious School Fired for "Living in Sin"
March 18th, 2019
When a teacher got divorced and moved in with another man, she unknowingly violated a school employment clause that forbids "any sexual activity outside of a heterosexual marriage," then she was forced to resign.
Methodist Church Votes to Keep Discriminating Against Gays
March 13th, 2019
After several years of emotionally charged debate, the United Methodist Church has ultimately decided to maintain its longstanding official position that homosexuality is “incompatible with Christian teaching.”
School Drops LGBT Program After Muslim Families Protest
March 8th, 2019
A public elementary school in the U.K. has become ground zero for an intense political standoff between two opposing groups: Muslim families and LGBT rights supporters.
Lawmaker Refuses to Repeal Death Penalty Because “That’s How Jesus Died”
February 18th, 2019
Wyoming lawmakers recently held a vote on whether to officially repeal the death penalty, but it was defeated in the State Senate. Among those who voted “no” was Sen. Lynn Hutchings, who insisted that the death penalty is actually a good thing because it brought us Jesus Christ.
Texas GOP Tries to Oust Muslim Councilman Over “Sharia Law” Fears
January 14th, 2019
Are Islam and conservatism inherently at odds? That the question a group of Republicans officials in one Texas county were forced to tackle last week.
Dutch Man Tries to Legally Change His Age, Citing Transgender Movement
December 11th, 2018
A Dutch man seeking to legally change his age to be 20 years younger took the case to court, arguing that it was no different than changing genders. Unfortunately for him, the court didn't see it that way.
Kim Davis Rides the Blue Wave
November 16th, 2018
The embattled county clerk who became an icon for the religious right when she refused to issue a marriage license to a same-sex couple. Now Kim Davis has been knocked out of her office by the blue wave.
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