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Chick-fil-A was the source of controversy following a series of antigay marriage public statements made in June 2012 by chief operating officer Dan Cathy who personally opposes same-sex marriage. The statements followed reports that Chick-fil-A's charitable endeavor, the WinShape Foundation, had made millions in donations to political organizations opposing LGBT rights, and also that the chain co-sponsored a marriage conference along with the Pennsylvania Family Institute (PFI), opposing gay marriage. In reaction, LGBT rights activists called for protests and boycotts of the chain, while counter-protestors rallied in support by eating at the restaurants. National political figures both for and against the actions spoke out and some business partners severed ties with the chain.

Transgender Woman Sues Chick-fil-A Owner for Discrimination and Abuse

The transgender woman was sexually harassed by a fellow employee and the franchise owner did nothing, instead firing her, the lawsuit claims.

Lindsey Graham Willing to 'Go to War for Chick-fil-A's Principles'

The Republican senator is outraged because some Notre Dame students and staff don't want one of the homophobe-run company's restaurants on campus.

GOP Oklahoma Governor: Biden Caused Chick-fil-A Sauce Shortage

Kevin Stitt also stands strong against PETA's "vegan agenda."

Chick-fil-A Abandons Texas Airport Location After Political Firestorm

It appears Texas leaders cared more about getting the anti-LGBTQ+ company into the San Antonio airport than Chick-fil-A itself did.

Chick-fil-A Shutters Last U.K. Restaurant After Protests

The fast-food chain's anti-LGBTQ history soured the stomachs of Britons. 

Chick-fil-A's Last U.K. Location Shutters After Months-Long Protest

The fast-food chain came under fire for its past donations to anti-LGBTQ groups.

Antigay Hate Group Exaggerates Influence on Chick-fil-A Donations

Tim Wildmon of the American Family Association boasts of receiving a letter from the company's CEO about its giving policy that actually went to hundreds.

Huckabee Furious Over Chick-fil-A, Hate Group Launches Angry Petition

Some on the far right say the company has abandoned its Christian values by ceasing donations to anti-LGBTQ groups.

Your Dollar Is Your Power, Even When It Comes to Chicken

Sorry, Chick-fil-A ... your chicken still tastes like hate. 

Chick-fil-A Still Isn't LGBTQ-Friendly, Despite Pledge on Donations

The company still doesn't have an LGBTQ-inclusive nondiscrimination policy, the Human Rights Campaign points out.

Chick-fil-A Says It Will Stop Donating to Anti-LGBTQ Organizations

After years of protests against the fast-food chain, activists have won. 

Oregon High Schoolers Protest Chick-fil-A, Anti-LGBTQ Harassment

Students at West Linn High School say there have been several anti-LGBTQ incidents, plus they don't want a Chick-fil-A truck at football games.

Popeyes Chicken Sandwich Returns, Takes Aim at Antigay Chick-fil-A

The fast-food chain announced a release date for its formerly sold-out item.

Protests Force British Chick-fil-A to Close After Six Months

Protests against the fast food chain, which has a history of supporting anti-LGBTQ causes, led a landlord to say the lease won't be extended.

Free Lunch From Chick-fil-A Rejected by Louisiana High School

The principal of a New Orleans high school says the fast-food franchise's antigay values don't align with the school's.

Kanye West Praises Chick-fil-A, Christ in New Song to LGBTQ Chagrin

Queer activists say that West's song "Closed on Sunday" takes an "anti-LGBTQ stance."

Mayor Pete Wasn't 'Briefed' on the Popeyes Chicken Sandwich

The gay presidential candidate was caught unaware about the gay-friendly fast-food choice in an interview with The Breakfast Club

Chick-fil-A Is Not Going Down Easy at the University of Kansas

Chick-fil-A, infamous for funding anti-LGBTQ causes, has gotten an upgraded location and a sponsorship at the university, and it's not sitting well with some faculty members.

Popeyes' Sandwich v. Chick-fil-A's: More Flavor, Less Homophobia

A new sandwich from Popeyes is getting rave reviews, and the company doesn't have Chick-fil-A's baggage.

Texas Gov. Celebrates Signing Antigay Legislation With Chick-fil-A

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed the anti-LGBTQ bill during Pride Month. Last week, he celebrated again by supporting the notoriously homophobic chain.