Court Strikes Down Last Disqualification to Military Service for Those Living with HIV
A U.S. District Court has struck down the last categorical disqualification preventing people living with HIV from joining the U.S. Armed Services. “Defendants’ policies prohibiting the accession of asymptomatic HIV-positive individuals…
Book Bans Front and Center with New Seattle Women’s Chorus Show
Seattle Women’s Chorus is singing music that makes a difference with Banned & Beloved, a new concert featuring custom-composed songs based on banned books, with performances at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.…
Vatican Approves ‘Landmark’ New Guidance on Same-Sex Unions
Pope Francis has formally approved allowing Catholic priests to bless same-sex couples as long as the union doesn’t resemble same-sex marriage. It’s a baby step shift in policy aimed at…
Ron DeSantis Once Again Attacks Disney for Non-Traditional Values
The following is a transcript from CNBC on Aug. 14, 2023 where presidential hopeful Ron DeSantis discussed Disney World and bringing back “traditional” American values. Gov. DeSantis: I mean, I…
Senator Patty Murray Vows to Fight Far-Right on LGBTQ Bans
Murray to GOP: “If you continue down this dangerous path—bullying kids, erasing LGBTQ people, and demonizing them with dangerous rhetoric—I will rise against you every step of the way. And…
Virtual Pride Flag Created to Combat Bans in 40 Cities
The Gilbert Baker Foundation – which honors the legacy of the creator of the original Rainbow Pride Flag – announces the launch of a new phase of the #SavetheRainbowFlag campaign. There are…
Biden to LGBTQ Americans: ‘You Are Loved’
President Joe Biden harnessed the power of the White House press podium on Thursday to address – and provide comfort to – the LGBTQ+ community. “LGBTQ Americans, especially children: You’re…
Civil Rights Orgs Tell Congress: Reject Book Bans and Bigotry
The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, joined by 229 national, state, and local civil and human rights and education organizations, called on Congress to support H.Res. 219, the Bill of Rights for Students and Parents.
Respect for Marriage Act Passes Congress – Biden’s Signature Next
The legislation is important and timely after the Supreme Court’s dangerous decision earlier this year overturning Roe v. Wade.