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123 men were arrested in Florida for human trafficking — Not one was a drag queen

Social media users are making fun of Florida after a sting operation in the state implicated 123 men on human trafficking, but not one drag queen.

Florida GOP Politician: Pride Flag 'Divisive, Politically-Charged'

Hillsborough County Commissioner Stacy White is fuming after his city raised a Pride flag following the murders of 49 in an LGBT nightclub in Orlando.

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Florida Students Limited to Excerpts of Shakespeare Due to 'Sexual' Themes

Florida’s “don’t say gay” law is now depriving students of accessing some of the most read works in the English language.

The bigots hall of shame

What is going on in Tampa? In June the county commission dissed gay and lesbian pride. Now they're insulting Muslims in the name of the United States. Shame on them for twisting true liberty

Fla. Education Board Removes LGBTQ Support Docs Over Don't Say Gay Law

The state's notorious "don't say gay" law took effect on July 1.

Pulse Survivor Dies Unexpectedly Three Months After the Shooting

Chris Brodman was found dead at a birthday party Sunday morning. The cause of death is unknown.

Florida Demands Districts Comply with New Anti-LGBTQ+ Rules

The new rules are seen by local activists as an attempt to "bully and intimidate" affirming school districts.

Gay Activists Interrupt Sen. Rubio's Speech

A group of LGBT, Latino, and immigration activists took aim at the conservative Florida politician.

Man Charged in Murder of Gay Activist

A man has been charged with murdering West Palm Beach, Fla., gay rights activist Scott Graham, who was found dead in his home on April 16, The Palm Beach Post reported Wednesday.

Tampa Man Charged With Threatening to Wipe Out City's Gay Community

Police say Ralph Perkins, who has been arrested, made the threat after being rejected on a dating app.

The Photos Floridians Have Been Waiting For

It's a rare instance of good news out of Florida as same-sex couples began marrying throughout Florida at midnight today.

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Former Republican Gov. Charlie Crist Supports Marriage Equality

Considered a likely candidate for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination, Crist expressed his support for marriage equality on Facebook Wednesday.

Florida school districts still try to protect LGBTQ+ students despite ‘don’t say gay’ law

In response to restrictive state laws, districts including Leon County are adopting guidelines to support LGBTQ+ students.

Victim Number 10: Another Trans Woman Murdered

India Clarke was found beaten to death in a Tampa park. Who killed her remains a mystery.

Fla. Gov. Suspends Prosecutor Who Went Against Anti-Trans Proposal

Andrew Warren signed a pledge to not take part in efforts supporting anti-gender-affirming care policies or anti-abortion laws. 

9 Truly Terrible Reactions to the Orlando Shooting

Anti-LGBT, racist trolls continue to come out of the woodwork to criticize LGBT people and call for more of their murders.

Video Shows Sheriffs Choking, Tasing Unarmed Transgender Woman

The trans woman, who was murdered last year, was convicted of battery and resisting arrest.

Fla. Prosecutor Sues DeSantis After Being Sacked for Pro-Trans Support

Andrew Warren, the twice-elected Tampa-area prosecutor, accused Gov. Ron DeSantis of suspending him out of political retribution and violating his First Amendment rights.