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Maryland legislature passes transgender protections
The Maryland House of Delegates passed a bill that would ban discrimination against transgender people. It was passed by the Maryland Senate in January, and is expected to be signed by Governor Martin...
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#GSAs4Justice campaign empowers LGBT teens
The Gay Straight Alliance Network is rallying GSA clubs around the country to urge their districts to adopt practices described in "Restorative Practices: Fostering Healthy Relationships &...
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3 major myths about bi women, debunked
"I didn’t realize, for the longest time, my own prejudice against bisexuality was no better than the bi-haters I’d actively accused," wrote AFROPUNK contributor Jas in a recent essay on the website....
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Trans people now allowed to vote in El Salvador, still suffer rampant violence
For the first time in the nation's history, transgender people were allowed to vote in an election. In a piece that originally appeared on GlobalPost and was shared by Towleroad, Danielle Marie Mackey...
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Puerto Rico couple sues to have marriage recognized
A couple have brought a suit to have their relationship recognized. In 1999 Puerto Rican lawmakers banned the recognition of same-sex marriages performed in other jurisdictions.The couple bringing the...
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Ethiopian legislation would make criminal sentences of LGBT 'non pardonable"
As the devastating anti-LGBT laws spread through several African countries, the Ethiopian government now proposes a new bill to create a worse climate for that country's LGBT population. The new bill...
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What to Watch Weekend 3/28-30: Season premiere of 'Mr. Selfridge,' series...
This weekend catch the series premiere of From Here on OUT, the season premiere of Mr. Selfridge and all new episodes of Say Yes to the Dress: Randy Knows Best, The Voice, American Dream Builders, The...
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GLAAD Link - your daily round up of LGBT news, March 28, 2013
Today's top LGBT news headlines. For more news updated throughout the day, visit www.glaad.org. NATIONAL/INTERNATIONALJustice Department launches transgender training program– Washington...
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Azerbaijan Free LGBT says Love is Love
In honor of a young LGBT activist who took his own life earlier this year, a campaign began to commemorate his work for the LGBT rights in Azerbaijan. Isa Shakhmarli served as Chairman of Azerbaijan...
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Eric Holder: Michigan marriages will be recognized by the federal government
United States Attorney General Eric Holder announced Friday that marriages for same-sex couples performed in Michigan will be recognized by the federal government. Holder said, "These families will be...
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Minnesota ban on so-called "ex-gay therapy" fails to pass
Legislation that would ban so-called "ex-gay" therapy failed to pass in the Minnesota Legislature.Earlier this year the bill that would ban "conversion therapy" for minors seemed likely to advance,...
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Swedish Football player comes out as gay
After being inspired by Michael Sam's coming out story a Swedish football player announces he is gay. Marcus Juhlin contacted a Swedish magazine QX for an interview. According to Towleroad:"Please help...
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Texas school reject 3-year-old because of his two moms
New Beginnings Montessori School in Bedford, Texas rejected admission to a 3-year-old because he has two moms.Dawn and Tracy Kelly wanted to enroll their son, Landry, at the school, and it seemed that...
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Kyrgyzstan introduces Russian-like anti-LGBT law
As Russian like laws spread through surrounding countries, Kyrgyzstan becomes another country to adapt similar anti-LGBT laws. On March 26th 2014, the parliament proposed a bill which would criminalize...
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17 young LGBT Ugandans attempt to take their lives
Since the passing of a draconian anti-LGBT law, 17 young LGBT people attempted to take their lives. Not only can LGBT individuals be sentenced, they are offered no protection from any hate-crime which...
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Oregon mother charged with killing her son because she thought he was gay
In Portland, Oregon Jessica Dutro is charged with murder, murder by abuse and second-degree assault after allegedly beating her 4-year-old son to death believing he was gay, which was the motive behind...
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The GLAAD Wrap: Mary Lambert announces summer tour, season 4 of "Teen Wolf"...
Every week, The GLAAD Wrap brings you LGBT-related entertainment news highlights, fresh stuff to watch out for, and fun diversions to help you kick off the weekend.1) Out actor Dan Bucatinsky, most...
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First gay country album -- "Lavender Country" -- gets new reissue
Lavender Country, the first country album with openly gay themes, has finally been rereleased. It was originally issued in 1973, but you can now buy the album here thanks to label Paradise of...
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First marriages for same-sex couples in the UK will take place tonight
Today certainly is a historical day for marriage equality in United Kingdom as first LGBT couples get their marriage licenses. As of midnight tonight, couples all over United Kingdom will be able to...
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GLAAD won't take a gaycation
Biloxi, Mississippi news anchor Dave Elliott posted something on his Facebook wall and we aren't sure if it's supposed to be supportive, an insult, or just funny (and maybe it's all 3).JimRomenesco.com...
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