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Don't Say Gay

Since at least 2010, Republican lawmakers have introduced various legislation aimed at erasing discussion adn sometimes mentions of gender identity and sexuality from the school system. At times, these bills have also proposed mandating that teachers out students to their parents. They have largely been dubbed by critics as "don't say gay" legislation.

Log Cabin Republicans President on Giving Antigay Mike Johnson 'The Benefit of the Doubt'

Charles Moran, who runs the group of LGBTQ+ Republicans, spoke about the new speaker in a recent interview.

​Florida Bill Could Restrict All LGBTQ+ Nonprofits

The proposal would stop any contractor or organization receiving state funds from activity that considers individuals gender identity or sexual orientation.

Mike Johnson’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Legislation Opposed by Americans: Survey

A new Data for Progress poll highlights the nation’s split views on a controversial “don’t say gay or trans” bill, as more of Mike Johnson’s record comes under scrutiny.

Ron DeSantis Slammed by Florida LGBTQ+ Rights Group in Epic Ad Campaign

The ad aired starting on Wednesday, the same day as the third Republican presidential candidate debate in Miami where DeSantis will appear.

Batman Book Author Scolded for Saying 'Gay' in Georgia School District

Marc Tyler Nobleman was admonished for telling students the co-creator of Batman had a gay son.

Florida City Declares Itself LGBTQ+ Sanctuary

Lake Worth Beach is the first to take such an action.

Miami-Dade School Board Considering LGBTQ+ History Month Recognition

Prospects for passage of the recognition are slim in light of state’s “don’t say gay” law.

Florida GOP Chair Encourages 'Perverted' Don’t Say Gay Opponents to Leave State

The comments come as a new survey shows three out of five Floridians have considered taking him up on the offer.

Florida Students Limited to Excerpts of Shakespeare Due to 'Sexual' Themes

Florida’s “don’t say gay” law is now depriving students of accessing some of the most read works in the English language.

Florida School District Bans Trans Employees From Using Their Pronouns

The version of Ron DeSantis’s “anti-woke” Florida seems to include restrictions on some people’s speech.

Ron DeSantis Obsesses Over Bud Light and Dylan Mulvaney; Threatens Company With Lawsuit

Again the conservative small-government governor is penalizing a business for choosing inclusivity over bigotry.

Why I Can’t Live in the South

A decision many queers are making (if they can).

Florida Reverends, Rabbi Slam DeSantis, Anti-LGBTQ+ Laws​

"As Florida clergy who identify as LGBTQ+ and LGBTQ+ allies, it is our moral duty to be in solidarity with lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer/questioning people," they say.

Democrats Introduce Bill to Support LGBTQ & Women’s History in Schools

The bill comes at a time when Republicans are trying to erase and rewrite certain histories.

Pulse Nightclub Shooting Remembered Amid Calls for Action

President Joe Biden in 2021 declared the site of the Orlando nightclub as a national memorial.

Most Americans OK Discussing Gender and Sexuality in Schools: Survey

And even conservatives are becoming tired by the culture war over gender in schools.

'Don't Say Gay' Bill Signed in Iowa; GOP Gov. OK's Ratting on Trans Students

A new law allows teachers to tell parents if their kids change pronouns.

Florida's LGBTQ+ Activists Plan to Fight Back Against DeSantis's  ‘Slate of Hate’

Activists say more than 20 anti-LGBTQ+ bills were introduced in the recent legislative session.

Ron DeSantis Signs Four Bills Into Law Restricting LGBTQ+ Rights in Florida

The bills include an expansion of "don't say gay," a ban on gender-affirming care, restrictions on bathroom use, and restrictions on drag shows.

Is Disney World Still A Safe Haven For Florida's LGBTQ+ Community?

The state's recent legislative attacks have some Disney fans worried.