How a slain street vendor became a Brazilian hero for LGBTQ and homeless communities

Kiratiana Freelon
Fusion

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ezs note:  Rest in peace, Mr. Ruas.  Please know that you are a hero not only for Brazil, but for the entire world.

16 Inspirational Voices for LGBTQ Equality in 2016: North Carolina Advocates for Change

Hayley Miller
HRC

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Six-Month Anniversary of Pulse Tragedy: LGBTQ Safe Place Initiative launched

Press
Orlando Advocate

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These photos show the courage and tragedy of LGBTQ life in Peru

Steven Davy
Jefferson Public Radio

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Why Hillary Is the Only Choice for LGBTQ Americans

Diana Tourjee
Broadly.

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LGBTQ representation on TV hits record high, but there's still a way to go

Malcolm Venable
MS News Now

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Here’s Exactly Why A Vote For Trump Is Vote Against LGBTQ Rights

Kira Brekke
The Huffington Post

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ezs note: Please remember to vote on November 8!

84, and living in fear: Mexican LGBTQ residents still face backlash, even after reforms

Marisa Mazria Katz
Salon

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Emmy Nominations for LGBTQ Shows, Many Transgender-Centric Standouts

Hayley Miller
HRC

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Westborough resident sworn-in to post on state’s commission on LGBTQ youth

Press
Community Advocate

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Raffi Freedman-Gurspan Becomes White House’s First Transgender LGBTQ+ Liason

Teresa Jusino
The Mary Sue

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LGBTQ Activists Concerned About Bills Affecting Transgender, Gay And Lesbian Oklahomans

Brian Hardzinski
KGOU

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As a Caseworker I Witnessed the Nightmarish Traumas Foster Care Presents for LGBTQ Youth

Ryan Berg
Alternet

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SDCC ’15: Writing Transgender Character

Joe Glass
Bleeding Cool

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LGBTQ community has special health concerns

Michael Caldwell

Poughkeepsie Journal

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Ontario passes NDP bill to ban conversion therapy for LGBTQ children (Canada)

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610 CKTB

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Thunderdome 2015: LGBTQ people vs. Christian right

John Tomasic 
The Colorado Independent

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Orthodox rabbis join the conversation on LGBTQ inclusion

Gabe Friedman
JTA

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Former athletes speak to challenges, triumphs of LGBTQ inclusion (Canada)

Lauren Larose
TSN

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LGBTQ coordinator vacancy to be filled

Jessica Brown
DailyEgyptian.com

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