Marc Ramirez of USA Today says that the support for the community has been on a steady and sometimes rocky climb. But some feel that the really hot issues that get the attention of the legislators become somewhat of political opportunism to swing voters in close races to win over conservative voters.
The House of Representatives has passed a controversial “Parents’ Bill of Rights” measure that has been criticized by LGBTQ+ advocates for potentially harming the rights and well-being of LGBTQ+ youth. The bill, which was introduced
LGBTQ+ parents and pediatric psychologists say ‘Don’t Say Gay’ laws stigmatize being gay or transgender and could harm the mental health of LGBTQ+ youth. These same youth are already more likely to face bullying and attempt suicide than children who are cisgender and straight.
Republican super majority in both houses and Governor DeSantis bolstering his extreme credentials for a presidential run, there is little opponents can do to stop him — but they can try. The March In Heels is set for 11am this Sunday, starting at the Pride Center and marching up Wilton Drive. Along the way will be action stations for people to register to vote or re-register for mail-in ballots..
On March 20, top names in Country and Americana music joined forces in Nashville to perform in the name of equality and inclusion. More than 15 major music artists put on a show to uplift the LGBTQ+ community and highlight the injustices Republicans seek to set into law targeting queer and transgender people.
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre made passionate remarks at the beginning of Friday’s White House press briefing when she highlighted Republicans’ assault on LGBTQ+ Americans.
Her perspective on the issue matters significantly since she is the first out member of the LGBTQ+ community to hold her position.
The White House on Friday condemned what it described as “hateful and dangerous” attacks on LGBTQ+ people, as Republicans in various U.S. states pursue laws targeting the community’s rights.
Speaking to reporters, White House spokesperson Karine Jean-Pierre pointed to Republican calls to ban gay marriage through legislation in Iowa and Tennessee, as well as moves to limit protections for same-sex couples in Florida.
Florida Republican state lawmakers are proposing a slew of new bills that would expand the state’s already restrictive laws on a discussion of gender and sexuality in schools across the state.
A proposed law in Florida would force bloggers who write about Gov. Ron DeSantis and other elected officials to register with a state office and file monthly reports or face fines of $25 per day. The bill was filed in the Florida Senate by Senator Jason Brodeur, a Republican.
Ron DeSantis has asked state universities to complete a survey detailing the number of students who have accessed treatments for gender dysphoria, including gender reassignment surgeries and hormone prescriptions. The survey also asks for the ages of the students, but no other identifying details.
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