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The Target department store chain has evolved on LGBT rights over the years. For its support of transgender employees and customers using the bathroom of their choice, Target became the subject of a boycott by anti-LGBT activists.

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The Long Evolution of Target
Politics
The Long Evolution of Target
We love Target! We hate Target! We love Target again! The retailer has had a roller coaster relationship with LGBTs.
May 12 2016 5:47 AM
Joseph Martone Jr
Transgender
Anti-Abortion Activist Protests Target Bathroom Policy in Drag

The man admitted he’s not transgender but warned about “crazy people that will do what I’m doing: dressing up and going into the women’s restroom and putting women and children in harm’s way.” 

May 11 2016 8:42 PM
faith consumer
Religion
Ranking the Christian Right's 9 Favorite Companies
Some of the companies recommended by Faith Driven Consumer are actually LGBT-friendly,
May 10 2016 6:32 AM
Mat Staver
Transgender
Liberty Counsel: 'Pedophiles' Behind Trans-Inclusive Policies

So says the hate group's chairman, Mat Staver — but he doesn't identify any individuals or groups.

May 09 2016 7:08 PM
Starbucks
Business
Trans Folks Free to Pee at Starbucks, Saks, Barnes & Noble

Those looking to relieve themselves at trans-affirming facilities can add the coffee and book-selling giants as well as department stores Lord & Taylor and Saks Fifth Avenue. 

May 05 2016 4:49 PM
Advocate
Transgender
Texas Attorney General Takes on Target

Ken Paxton says he's concerned for the safety of women and girls, despite overwhelming evidence that this policy does not provide cover for "bathroom predators."

May 05 2016 4:22 PM
STAVER TARGET
Business
Liberty Counsel Admits There Is No 'Bathroom Predator'

Anita Staver, the president of Liberty Counsel, claims Target's policy “put a bull's-eye on women.”

May 04 2016 10:32 AM
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