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US Reps Marjorie Taylor Greene Nancy Mace side chuckle during committee meeting like mean girls but government
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Congressional GOP begins assault on trans people and Rep. Sarah McBride as Democrats dither

While Democrats stumble defending the trans community, Republicans will be opportunistic in escalating their attacks, writes John Casey.


Jarren Duran 16 Boston Red Sox yelled homophobic slur heckling fans
Sports

Boston Red Sox All Star Jarren Duran suspended two games for homophobic slur

Live TV microphones captured Duran using the slur in response to a heckler who disparaged his ability to hit the ball.

Players pause moment of silence in memory of Billy Bean before game Oakland Coliseum player Billy Bean 21 San Diego Padres portrait 1994
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Why Billy Bean will always be a hero to this lifelong gay baseball fan

Bean, a gay former Major League Baseball player and executive died yesterday at the age of 60.

Steve Garvey played baseball for the LA Dodgers and San Diego Padres, and is now CA Senate Candidate
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Steve Garvey and when a childhood idol becomes the lesser man

Fifty years ago, Garvey became a superstar and a personal hero, and 50 years later he is a major disappointment.

Maybelle Blair and Athlete Ally check
Sports

96-Year-Old Lesbian Baseball Legend Maybelle Blair Recognized by NY Mets

Blair, who played professional baseball in a women’s league, received the Amazin' Mets Foundation's inaugural Legacy Award.

Nancy Pelosi First Pitch
Pride

Nancy Pelosi Throws First Pitch at Washington Nationals' Pride Night

The former speaker was honored at the team's "Night OUT" event.

Mike Pence and a Sister of Perpetual Indulgence
Sports

Mike Pence Tries to Shame Dodgers, Calls Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence 'Hateful'

The former vice president, like some baseball players, says the Sisters promote hate — which they don't.