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Christian School Expels Student Over Rainbow Birthday Cake

January 16th, 2020

A private Christian school in Kentucky has reportedly expelled a student after they found a picture of her posing with a rainbow birthday cake. Despite heavy criticism, school officials stand by the decision.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 63 Comments

Texas Megachurch Departs United Methodist Church Over Gay Debate

January 2nd, 2020

Last year, the United Methodist Church nearly split apart over the debate on how far to go on LGBT acceptance. One Texas megachurch is fed up with the debate and is simply leaving the denomination entirely.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 91 Comments

Transgender Pastors Struggle to Find Acceptance as Gender Debates Persist

December 19th, 2019

Despite many tangible victories, there is still much progress left to be made in the transgender rights movement. One place where acceptance has proven fleeting is houses of worship, and pastors are speaking out.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 33 Comments

Chick-fil-A Vows To Stop Supporting Anti-LGBTQ Christian Charities

November 21st, 2019

In a stunning about-face, Chick-Fil-A announced earlier this week that it will stop all donations to Christian charities that have histories of fighting against same-sex marriage. Some Christians were less than pleased.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 42 Comments

Conversion Therapy Leader Comes Out as Gay

September 6th, 2019

McKrae Game, who founded one of South Carolina's largest gay conversion therapy programs, has come out as gay. Now he's trying to figure out how to move forward with his life, seek forgiveness, and undo the harm he's caused.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 61 Comments

Illinois Governor Signs Bill Mandating Schools Teach LGBT History

August 16th, 2019

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker just signed into law a bill that ensures all public school students in Illinois learn about the contributions and history of the LGBT movement in American history.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 106 Comments

Texas Set to Pass “Save Chick-fil-A” Bill

May 22nd, 2019

Texas lawmakers are preparing to pass legislation in response to the San Antonio City Council’s controversial decision to ban Chick-fil-A from setting up shop at their airport’s food court earlier this year.

Political & Religious Controversy 47 Comments

TN Bill Would Let Adoption Agencies Discriminate Against Gay Couples

April 8th, 2019

Adoption agencies in Tennessee may soon be allowed to prevent same-sex couples from adopting a child from their system if it conflicts with the organization's religious beliefs.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 334 Comments

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?

LGBTQ & Human Rights 205 Comments

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.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 192 Comments

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