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Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker defends sexist, anti-LGBTQ+ commencement speech

“If it wasn’t clear that the timeless Catholic values are hated by many, it is now,” Harrison Butker said.

Tennessee School System Settles Lawsuit Over Pro-Gay T-Shirt

A new dress code satisfies the ACLU's concerns about the prohibition of a "Some People Are Gay" shirt worn by a student. 

WATCH: Antigay Tenn. Billboard Isn't Going Anywhere

A Vietnam veteran and a group of his friends pooled funds to purchase a billboard condemning the 'abomination' of homosexuality on Portland, Tennessee's Highway 52.

WATCH: No Hate Crime in Matthew Shepard's Death?

The characterization of Shepard's murder is part of a scheme promoting 'the homosexual agenda' of 'unfettered sexual liberty and the silencing of all dissent,' says lawyer Erik Stanley.

Robert Gates: Would Have Allowed Gay Scoutmasters, But Issue Settled Now

Reopening the discussion, he says, could lead to a schism.

Meta Fails to Moderate Content from Anti-Trans Hate Group on Instagram, Watchdog Group Says

Despite clear violations, controversial group continues to spread false and harmful narratives unchecked on Instagram, igniting concerns over Meta’s commitment to LGBTQ+ safety, according to a new report.

North Carolina's Largest Festival Crowns Its First Queer Queen

Bisexual actress Briana Venskus brings LGBTQ representation to the Azalea Festival.

WATCH: 'Un-American' Rainbow Flag at Tenn. College Raises Controversy

Several students and community members complained when the LGBT group at Middle State Tennessee University displayed a rainbow-colored American flag at an exhibit in the campus library.

LGBT Christians Kicked Out of Right-Wing Conference

A pro-LGBT demonstration during Rick Warren's speech at the National Religious Broadcasters' annual conference left attendees stunned. 

Nation's Most Brazenly Hateful Anti-LGBTQ+ Law Blocked by Judge

Tennessee is trying to force businesses that accommodate trans customers to post warning signs.

Woman's Homophobic Rant Over Last Man Standing's Cancellation Got Her Canned

A Nashville-area Chamber of Commerce leader was distressed over the cancellation of the Tim Allen show.

Far-right extremists manipulated and deceived queer folks to create anti-transgender film: report

Uncovering how The War on Children filmmakers Robby and Landon Starbuck used manipulation and misinformation to target the LGBTQ+ community.

Transgender Archaeologist Fired From Federal Job After Posing With AR-15

She says there’s a double standard, claiming that if she were a right-wing gun enthusiast, her video would be considered a First Amendment expression of a Second Amendment right.

WATCH: Tennessee Rep Says God Called Him to Stop Same-Sex Marriages

Rep. Mark Pody is trying to rally support for his bill to nullify marriage equality in Tennessee.

Former SNL Star Unleashes Homophobic Rant at Tennessee City Council Meeting

"God hates homosexuality," Victoria Jackson said in protest of a local Pride festival.

Trans chaplain speaks to Tennessee legislature as Republicans try to erase people like her

Dahron Johnson told The Advocate why the speaking engagement was significant and what she hoped it did for transgender people’s representation amid Republican attacks on trans lives.

Viola Davis to LGBT Families: 'I'm Fighting For You'

The Custody star is “outraged” about anti-LGBT legislation, especially when it comes between parents and children.