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.
June 22, 2023
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The bill comes at a time when Republicans are trying to erase and rewrite certain histories.
A similarly negative GAO report spurred out U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres to introduce legislation overhauling the federal response to future outbreaks.
People at high risk, including gay and bisexual men, should get vaccinated, the agency advises.
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