lead story - Police: Man high on ‘shrooms’ ‘pistol-whipped’ transgender woman who then wrestled the gun away

Kate Winkle
KXAN

Austin, TX

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Idaho - Boise and Pocatello Rank High, Other Idaho Cities Not So Much, in 'Municipal Equality Index'

George Prentice
Boise Weekly

Boise, ID

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Delaware ranks high in survey of state LGBTQ laws

Christi Milligan
Delaware Business Times

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Appleton rates high as LGBTQ-friendly, but Green Bay and Oshkosh not so much

Nate Beck, Haley BeMiller
Oshkosh Northwestern

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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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Transgender people face high suicide risks

Laura Ungar
The Courier-Journal

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ezs note:  If you or someone you know is feeling desperate or suicidal, there is something you can do!  Seek counseling from a competent professional.  One way to tell is seeking professionals from the American Psychological Association.  Another way is to seek out Schools in Transition.  Although it's a handbook for parents and teachers, students from 9 to 12 will find it equally valuable.

High risks for transgender students (New Zealand)

http://www.radionz.co.nz

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ezs note:  No matter where in the world you are, it's just silly to believe that you can 'go it alone'.  Find a respected licensed psychologist. But be warned: those who would have you believe that they can make you into a 'ex-transgender' is a  QUACK!!!  

Transgender people at high risk of HIV (http://www.trust.org)

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Marriott hotels gets high gay friendly rating from the Human Rights Campaign (www.gayapolis.com)

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High rate of harassment of black lesbians and transgender men in South Africa (www.msmagazine.com)

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Some transgender women pay a high price to look more feminine (nytimes)

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ezs note:  Please believe me, I know how urgently you want to look like a woman, but don't give in to these frauds.  They'll take your money and likely KILL you!!!  Talk to your counselor about which legal alternatives exist.

Transgender Americans face high suicide risk (MSNBC)

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Study: Anti-transgender bullying alarmingly high (EdgeBoston)

More than half of transgender or gender non-conforming people who experienced bullying or harassment have attempted suicide, according to a recently released study. (more above)

LGBT friendly shul to host High Holy days in Brookline(Wicked Local Brookline)

Brookline —

As the High Holidays approach, Jews of any background are welcome to join Congregation Am Tikva in its services, where everyone is invited to worship and pray in a unique, welcoming setting regardless of gender, sexual orientation or traditional upbringing. (more above)