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Mississippi Republican Called ‘Groomer’ Defends Pink Tutu Outfit

The word “groomer” has lost all meaning since right-wing extremists began using it as a false smear against the LGBTQ+ community.

The Log Cabin Republicans' Uncertain Future

The Log Cabin Republicans strive for legitimacy within a party that worked tirelessly against marriage equality. Can they replicate past successes battling "religious freedom" in red states?

Miss. Gov. Signs 'License to Discriminate' Into Law

Opponents warn that the new law will allow widespread discrimination against LGBT people and others by those claiming serving such people or groups violates their 'religious freedom.'

Miss America Contestants Slam Kim Davis, Trump

Three southern Miss America contestants sided with liberal positions.

Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith Blocks Judicial Nominee Who Supports Trans Rights

Also, she said, his campaign for a district attorney position had assistance from George Soros, the far right's public enemy number one.

Montana Republican's bill would charge parents of trans kids with child abuse

Montana courts overruled a trans health care ban in 2023, but it’s making a comeback.

Utah’s GOP Gov. Vetoes Anti-Trans Bill, Cites Trans Youth Suicides

"I don't understand what [trans student athletes] are going through or why they feel the way they do. But I want them to live," Utah Gov. Spencer Cox wrote in a letter explaining his decision.

Mississippi Voters: The GOP Has Already Taken Away Your Guns

As the state goes to the polls today, Thom Senzee points out the hypocrisy of the GOP's hold on rural voters.

LGBTQ+ Republicans: What a Joke

The GOP decided long ago that scapegoating the community is more valuable than courting it. Will that ever change?

HBO Donates $100K to LGBTQ+ Groups in States Where ‘We’re Here' Filmed

The donations will go to advocacy groups that support the LGBTQ+ community in their states.

100-Day Hunger Strike Starts Monday for Michigan LGBT Leaders

Bringing attention to the woeful lack of protections for LGBT people in Michigan.

We Can Stop the GOP's Disenfranchisement of Black, Trans Voters

McConnell and his ilk will do anything to stop minorities from voting; it must be our mission to win back our inalienable right.

Mississippi governor signs transgender bathroom ban

Mississippi’s new law stands in contrast to the expanded federal rules against discrimination under Title IX.

Cindy Hyde-Smith's Opponent Wants an Apology for 'Hanging' Remark

Mississippi Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith showed her true colors when she said she would attend a public lynching. 

Texas Is Now the Most Populous State With a Trans Health Care Ban: Here’s the Full List

As of Friday, gender dysphoria can’t be treated medically by physicians in Texas if the patient is a minor.

John Kasich on Anti-LGBT Discrimination: 'Get Over It'

Kasich says there has to be a balance between religious freedom and LGBT people's rights — leading some critics to say he's trying to have it both ways.

Ex-GOP Candidate Calls for ‘Firing Squads’ for Trans Rights Supporters

While in the Mississippi state legislature, Robert Foster drafted the state's death penalty law in 2017 that now allows for executions by gas chamber, electrocution, and firing squad. 

Kasich to GOP: Discrimination Is Bad Business

Will Republicans listen to the Ohio governor on social issues?