Transphobia Runs Amok at Second Republican Presidential Debate
Calls for national bans on gender-affirming care plus an assertion that trans people are mentally ill marked the event.
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The same judge has blocked restrictions affecting trans youth.
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A clown show for the ages. Get your popcorn.
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Right-Wing Takeover of New College in Florida Seeks to Benefit More Men
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August 19 2023 10:00 AM
Ron DeSantis Responds to Question on Having Gay or Trans Child
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Florida LGBTQ+ Rights Groups Launch Parenting With Pride Program
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Target Sued Over Inclusion of LGBTQ-Friendly Merchandise
The right continues to demonize LGBTQ+ people by targeting businesses that support them.
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Will Florida Teachers Still Be Punished for Teaching AP Psychology?
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Florida School District Bans Trans Employees From Using Their Pronouns
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College Board threatened to not allow censored courses to be designated "AP."
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The Florida Board of Education said the course could be taught if those elements were left out.
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Orlando Magic Donates $50K to Ron DeSantis Super PAC
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