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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott: 'We want to end' trans and gender nonconforming teachers

Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced in a keynote speech to the Young Conservatives of Texas an intention to "end" trans and GNC teachers being able to teach.

After decades of silent protest, advocates and students speak out for LGBTQ+ rights

This year, for the first time, the “Day of Silence” morphed into a day of action called the “Day of (NO) Silence.”

Ron DeSantis and Disney reach settlement in suit over governing control

The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District approves a settlement over control of Walt Disney World’s governing district, signaling an end to the two-year-long clash between Ron DeSantis and Disney.

Navy vet opposes Moms for Liberty-backed homeschool advocate for Florida school board seat

Travis Akers, a veteran and social justice advocate, confronts Melody Bolduc’s far-right ties in a battle over educational policies and inclusivity in Duval County schools.

Florida students allowed to talk about sexual orientation, gender identity after 'don't say gay' settlement

A legal settlement established that certain discussions of sexual orientation and gender identity are absolutely permitted in Florida schools.

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Two Americas for queer people: HRC report finds stark differences in LGBTQ+ rights at the state level

It was the worst year ever for anti-LGBTQ+ state legislation, but there were some significant victories.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis files for moral bankruptcy

DeSantis, now a failed Republican presidential candidate, based his campaign on his bigotry. Look where that got him.

Meet the Florida drag queen advocating for safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth

Jason DeShazo, also known as Momma Ashley Rose, has made it his mission to open a center that will support LGBTQ+ youth and their allies.

Florida school districts still try to protect LGBTQ+ students despite ‘don’t say gay’ law

In response to restrictive state laws, districts including Leon County are adopting guidelines to support LGBTQ+ students.

This Florida county spent $800k to show its support for LGBTQ+ people

Broward County’s $800,000 investment in a Rose Parade float was a symbol of inclusivity and diversity, challenging Florida’s current political climate.

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.

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.

Disney Warns of Punishing Businesses for ‘Disfavored Views’ in Lawsuit Against Florida's Ron DeSantis

Disney alleges a retaliatory takeover of its governing district following its opposition to Florida's “don’t say gay” law.

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.

Kamala Harris Gives Fiery Speech About Florida Whitewashing History of Slavery

“To debate whether enslaved people benefited from slavery — are you kidding me?” she said.