HRC releases new ‘Coming Home’ faith guide for LGBTQ Mormons

Steve Lee
LGBT Weekly

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In West Virginia, LGBTQ advocates see a shift toward support

Corrine Segal
CPTV

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ezs note:  When I read about Thurmond, I had to give a tip of the hat to them.  No, it wasn't to their tiny, tiny, tiny population (five!)  but to their wonderfully progressive attitude barring discrimination to LGBTQ folks.  Needless to say, Thurmond is in danger of becoming extinct.  If you have a hardy soul, consider Thurmond as a place you can rebuild.

Syracuse LGBTQ community faces uncertainty with Donald Trump presidency

Haley Kim
The Daily Orange

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Can Christian LGBTQ Communities Embrace Intersectionality?

Jera Brown
Sojourners

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Relive Obama’s 8 Years of Pro-LGBTQ Leadership in Just 3 Minutes (Video)

Daniel Villarreal
Unicorn Booty

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The latest reads feature LGBTQ lives (Canada)

Sarah Murdoch
The Star

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New report finds California schools remain hostile for many LGBTQ secondary students

Steve Lee
LGBT Weekly

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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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