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Kathy Hochul vetos financial protection bill introduced after murders of gay men

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has vetoed a bill designed to protect users of money-sharing apps even after several high-profile cases of murder and robbery against several people, including at least two gay men.

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Conversion Therapy

Anti-Conversion Therapy Bills Advance in Three States

Oregon, Iowa, and Colorado have all seen one legislative chamber approve such a bill; the chance of further progress appears best in Oregon.

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World

Mood on the Hill post-Coakley

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Marriage Equality

U.K. Lords Say 'I Do' Support Marriage Equality

The legislation now heads back to the House of Commons for final approval, before going to the Queen for her signature.

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Politics

Business, Faith Leaders Oppose Indiana 'License to Discriminate' Bill

The bill may be on a fast track to passage, but some influential voices are registering their objections.

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World

Marriage Equality in New York Any Day Now

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Voices

Can Rupert Murdoch Create Two Americas?

I'm enticed by the thought of a News Corp.-free existence.

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Religion

Former Ex-Gay Leader Rejects Sexual Labels

Alan Chambers doesn't like to be labeled as straight, bisexual, gay, or ex-gay.

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World

Homophobic Leadership in Brazil's Congress Puts Marriage Equality in Peril

Brazil's burgeoning evangelical movement is on a fast track to power, with a decidedly antigay mission.

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Equality Allies

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World

View From Washington 2010 Election Wrap

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World

Italian Senate Kills LGBTQ+ Hate Crimes Legislation

The Senate voted to block debate on the bill, essentially ending its chance of passing during the current legislative session.

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Election

Are You Surprised Which District Might Elect Its 2nd Gay Rep?

You might be surprised which place in the country is poised to send its second gay person to Congress -- because it isn't part of New England or California.

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Transgender

Record Number of Anti-Trans Bills Introduced in States This Year

Most of them seek to keep trans girls and women off of female sports teams or prevent trans youth from receiving gender-affirming medical care.

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Marriage Equality

U.K. Parliament Gives Marriage Equality Initial OK

The peers rejected an effort to defeat the bill during its second reading, sending the legislation to a committee and report stage, before it returns to the House of Lords for a final vote.

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Politics

Right-Wing Group Targets Trans-Friendly Federal Nominee

David Lopez, the current EEOC general counsel awaiting Senate confirmation for his second term, has built a career fighting for the rights of LGBT and disabled workers. Now the Family Research Council wants him to pay for it.

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Marriage Equality

WATCH: London Gay Men's Chorus Asks for 'A Little Respect' Outside Parliament

The London Gay Men's Chorus joined thousands supporting marriage equality outside the Houses of Parliament Monday, demonstrating their support with a performance of Erasure's 'A Little Respect.'

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Business

Alabama's Capital Panics After Pro-LGBTQ+ Ordinance Fails

Montgomery leaders lament the loss of business and brain power after the city council votes down an anti-discrimination ordinance.

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Politics

WATCH: First Openly Gay Sen. Tammy Baldwin on ENDA

The nation's first openly gay Senator took to the Senate floor this afternoon to deliver an impassioned speech in support of the Employment Non-Discrimination Act.

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Families

For 21 Latino Groups, Family Is Family

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World

Ohio Churches Support LGBT Rights Bill