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Vietnam's First Openly Gay Candidate Seeks Change With Parliament Run

Vietnam's First Openly Gay Candidate Seeks Change With Parliament Run | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

As an LGBTQ activist, legal whizz-kid and Vietnam's first openly gay candidate running for a seat in its rubber-stamp parliament, Luong The Huy is determined to lead long-lasting change for the country's marginalised communities.

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Texas lawmakers target transgender youth’s gender affirmation treatment

Texas lawmakers target transgender youth’s gender affirmation treatment | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Equality Texas CEO Ricardo Martinez said Texas has filed more anti-LGBTQ bills this session than any other state legislature.

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The GOP's War on Trans Kids

The GOP's War on Trans Kids | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

The recent wave of anti-trans legislation follows a decades-long pattern of the GOP targeting those they think lack the numbers or votes to properly fight back.

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Rachel Levine’s Confirmation to Health Post Marks Transgender Milestone

Rachel Levine’s Confirmation to Health Post Marks Transgender Milestone | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

The vote was 52 to 48, largely along party lines, with GOP Sens. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Susan Collins of Maine joining all 50 Democrats.

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Kyrsten Sinema, Latter-day Saint leader back LGBTQ equality, religious freedom

Kyrsten Sinema, Latter-day Saint leader back LGBTQ equality, religious freedom | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema joins Latter-day Saint leader and seven others in interfaith letter supporting both LGBTQ equality and religious freedom

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Mary Trump, Niece of Donald Trump, Joins LGBTQ PAC

Mary Trump, Niece of Donald Trump, Joins LGBTQ PAC | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Donald Trump's estranged niece Mary Trump joined the pro-LGBTQ PAC LPAC aimed at expanding representation in government

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LGBT group head aims to be Knesset’s first open lesbian

LGBT group head aims to be Knesset’s first open lesbian | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Tel Aviv Mayor Ron Huldai announced on Sunday that one of the candidates of his Israelis Party would be Hila Pe’er, the chairwoman of Aguda, the Association for LGBT equality in Israel.

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What LGBTQ Lawmakers Want to See from a Biden Presidency

What LGBTQ Lawmakers Want to See from a Biden Presidency | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

334 openly LGBTQ candidates won office in the 2020 elections; the highest ever in any election year. Here are their stories and goals

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Pete Buttigieg's faith was as much a part of his profile as being LGBT. Is it a model for others?

Pete Buttigieg's faith was as much a part of his profile as being LGBT. Is it a model for others? | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Biden announced he will nominate Pete Buttigieg to be his secretary of transportation, which is a big deal for LGBTQ+ representation in any administration.

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Marquita Thomas, Katrina Vinson Appointed to the Planning Commission

Marquita Thomas, Katrina Vinson Appointed to the Planning Commission | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Councilmember John D'Amico appointed Marquita Thomas and Councilmember Sepi Shyne appointed Katrina Vinson to join the city's Planning Commission, starting in early 2021.

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LGBTQ Rights in North Carolina After the 'Bathroom Bill'

LGBTQ Rights in North Carolina After the 'Bathroom Bill' | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

North Carolina’s ban on local protections for LGBTQ people expires today. But more fights lie ahead.

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The increase in LGBTQ support for Trump has a silver lining

A sizeable number of LGBTQ voters apparently feel safe and liberated enough to vote much like the rest of the country.

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Susan Collins Backed the Human Rights Campaign for Years. They Left Her for Political Dead. She Won’t Forget.

Susan Collins Backed the Human Rights Campaign for Years. They Left Her for Political Dead. She Won’t Forget. | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Newly re-elected Sen. Susan Collins hasn’t changed her mind on her support for LGBT issues. But the Human Rights Campaign shouldn’t expect a call back anytime soon.

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‘Together forever’: Idaho veteran who fought to be buried with her wife dies at 81

‘Together forever’: Idaho veteran who fought to be buried with her wife dies at 81 | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Madelynn “Lee” Taylor knew she wanted to be laid to rest with her wife. The Idaho woman felt so strongly that she took her convictions with her to court in 2014, fighting Idaho officials to ensure that her spouse, Jean Mixner, could share her columbarium vault at the Idaho State Veterans …

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Corporations warn Legislature against bills targeting LGBT Texans

Corporations warn Legislature against bills targeting LGBT Texans | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Amazon, Apple, Dell, IBM, American Airlines and Microsoft among leading corporations asking Texas lawmakers to abandon bills targeting LGBTQ people.

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LGBT chamber sends letter to lawmakers opposing bills

LGBT chamber sends letter to lawmakers opposing bills | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

A letter to state lawmakers opposing LGBTQ related legislation was signed by more than 180 businesses and corporations.

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Rachel Levine Is First Openly Transgender Official Confirmed by Senate

Rachel Levine Is First Openly Transgender Official Confirmed by Senate | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

The Senate vote, 52 to 48, followed a contentious confirmation hearing that became a flash point in the battle over transgender rights.

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Sicuranza returns to City Hall

Sicuranza returns to City Hall | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

While he may have a new position, Christopher Sicuranza is no stranger to Gloucester's City Hall.

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State Department's 1st openly gay spokesperson sends message to LGBTQ activists

State Department's 1st openly gay spokesperson sends message to LGBTQ activists | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

But his appointment must be followed by action to protect LGBT rights, they say.

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The LGBTQ Task Force calls for the removal of Donald Trump

The LGBTQ Task Force calls for the removal of Donald Trump | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Donald Trump remains a threat to democracy and human life every day he remains in office, writes executive director Rea Carey

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Lehigh Valley LGBT group gets win vs. Trump in fight over diversity training

Lehigh Valley LGBT group gets win vs. Trump in fight over diversity training | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

A Trump administration ban on diversity training was ordered to be put on hold because of a lawsuit from Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center in Allentown and other organizations.

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LGBTQ candidates made history in 2020, but what's most 'earth-shattering' about their record is its standout diversity

LGBTQ candidates made history in 2020, but what's most 'earth-shattering' about their record is its standout diversity | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

More than 200 LGBTQ candidates won races in 2020, and while gains weren't as big as some had hoped, a number of diverse candidates made history.

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Todd Gloria Sworn In As San Diego's 37th Mayor

Todd Gloria Sworn In As San Diego's 37th Mayor | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

The former assemblyman for California's 78th State Assembly District, City Councilman and Interim Mayor in 2013 thanked the diverse San Diegan community for electing him to the position.

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In November, Biden may have won because of LGBTQ voters, our research finds

In November, Biden may have won because of LGBTQ voters, our research finds | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

In 2020, more U.S. voters identified as LGBT than ever before. Here’s where it mattered most.

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Former Fort Worth councilman recalls viral LGBTQ speech

Former Fort Worth councilman recalls viral LGBTQ speech | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Joel Burns, a former Fort Worth councilman, recalls his 2010 speech about being bullied as an LGBTQ youth. The viral video was included in It Gets Better.

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