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Homophobic DeSantis Campaign Staffer Cheers at LGBTQ+ Families Fleeing Florida

For Republicans it’s all about subtraction instead of addition.

Gay Republicans Call DeSantis Press Sec. 'Gay Icon' After Homophobia

She tweeted earlier this month that those against Florida's "don't say gay" bill were probably groomers, a term for someone who sexually abuses children. 

'Don't Say Gay' Law Fuels Anti-LGBTQ+ Bigotry Online: Report

Social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook stood idly by and allowed right-wing users to attack LGBTQ+ people as "groomers."

How Right-Wing Media Promoted Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' Legislation

An analysis by the Daily Dot shows how far-right outlets, working closely with Gov. Ron DeSantis's administration, rallied to support the law.

Florida Residents Sue Gov. Ron DeSantis Over Disney Debt

An act of retaliation against Disney for opposing the "don't say gay" law could saddle the state's citizens with a $1 billion bill.

Florida GOP's Gross Misuse of 'Groomers' on LGBTQ+ Folk Exploits Kids

Desperate to validate the "don't say gay" bills, Florida Republicans stoop to new lows calling LGBTQ+ advocates groomers. 

 

Embattled Gay Va. LGBTQ+ Advisory Board Member Casey Flores Resigns

Casey Flores denies that he was "compelled to resign" as officials said and instead says he quit because he's moving to Florida for love.

Ron DeSantis Ramps Up the Transphobia While Trying to Boost His Campaign Ahead of Iowa

The focus on transgender rights seems to come from DeSantis's drop in the polls.

Gay Student's Admission Allegedly Rescinded by Florida University

Gianna Palmo says Palm Beach Atlantic University withdrew its offer because of an Instagram post of her kissing her girlfriend by a Pride flag.

Fact-check: Is Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' Bill About Sex Ed & Sex Acts?

Many have defended the proposed legislation as being about discussing sexual activities in elementary schools.

Students Return to Florida Schools Now Under 'Don't Say Gay' Law

(CNN) Contentious laws went into effect in Florida during the summer recess that restrict how schools teach topics linked to race and sexual orientation.

Gays Against Groomers Is Not a Grassroots Organization: Report

Despite what some of the people associated with Gays Against Groomers claim, the group is a political outfit of right-wing operatives and not a grassroots organization.

Playwright David Mamet Roasted for Accusing Teachers of Pedophilia

Mamet made the accusations on a Fox News show while voicing support for Florida's "don't say gay" law. 

Florida Gov. DeSantis Strips LGBTQ+ Funds From State Budget

Just a day after he signed an anti-trans bill into law, the governor used his veto power to deny funding to LGBTQ+ services, including mental health care for survivors of the Pulse tragedy.

Here's How Republicans Are Using Age-Old Anti-LGBTQ+ Language

As the midterms reach their fever pitch, a look at the origin of the slurs Republicans are using against LGBTQ+ people this election cycle.

Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' Law — Here's Its Ugly History

Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the "don't say gay" bill into law in March. Other states have followed suit, attempting to pass their own versions.