‘Soft Censorship’ in Schools — Book Bans and Limitations to Access
What is ‘soft’ censorship? When school districts don’t ban books, they still limit student access
Politics
A New Bill Aims to Protect Same-Sex Marriage. What Would It Do If Obergefell Falls?
If successful, the bill would force states to recognize same-sex marriages that take place in any other state and repeal the Defense Against Marriage...
TN Judge Preemptively Blocks LGBTQ+ Protections
The injunction was granted by Judge Charles Atchley, who was appointed by former President Donald Trump.
Hanks First Out Gay Man to Run for Rutherford County Mayor
Norman Hanks, whose drag persona is Veronica Paige and the reigning Miss Boro Pride, is running for Rutherford County Mayor. Using his talents in...
Judge Rachel Bell Seeks Re-Election
4 min read
Native Nashvillian seeks third term for office with a continued focus on criminal justice reform
In Conversation with KyivPride
5 min read
We're fighting for these rights and freedoms for [the] LGBTQI community, and we're not going to just let it go.
Two Vetoes in 24 Hours: Governors’ Decisions on Anti-Transgender Bills Signal Republican Unease
4 min read
Lawmakers in Utah and Indiana are expected to override the vetoes, but advocates say the GOP opposition is still significant.
Dr. Richmond: Curator of Change
5 min read
Activism. Advocacy. Education. Where you find one, the other two are sure to follow. This is nowhere more evident than in the work of...
Chamber Connect for February • March 2022
3 min read
A great way to support the LGBTQ+ community is by frequenting chamber member businesses—just look for our OPEN and EQUAL membership sticker on windows...
Ken Paxton Dined with the Family of a Trans Kid — They Now Feel Under Attack
Amber Briggle wants to know why her state’s attorney general issued a directive that states gender-affirming care is child abuse after Paxton visited her...