LGBTQ-rights
303 Creative: A fake case with real consequences | Opinion
Conservative Supreme Court justices were looking for a reason to overturn the gains made by LGBTQ Americans.
Philly reacts to U.S. Supreme Court siding with anti-LGBTQ+ wedding designer
The ruling provides a 'green light' for businesses to discriminate, Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney said.
LGBTQ kids need protection from bullies and violence, not adults targeting and bullying them too
LGBTQ people and our allies have to be constantly vocal and vigilant in standing up against the bullies. We are funnier, smarter, and stronger than them.
Urban Rural Action to select 28 volunteers to prevent ‘targeted violence’
Residents of Adams, Dauphin, Franklin, and York counties all are involved in the community push.
LGBTQ Americans are 9 times more likely to be victimized by a hate crime | Opinion
Hate crimes don't just impact victims. They reverberate through a community, causing lasting harm.
Gay marriage is no longer a right-wing wedge issue | Dick Polman
Sometimes the long arc of history does bend toward justice.
Federal marriage protection law is a win, but ‘more work remains,’ Pa. Rep. Benham says in D.C.
At the White House, President Joe Biden signs law extending historic marriage protections to same-sex and interracial couples.
The link between politicians and anti-LGBTQ+ violence | Rob Schofield
The power of charismatic demagogues to manipulate and drive public opinion and behavior in destructive directions is undeniable.
Congress passed the Respect for Marriage Act. It’s not without its limits | Opinion
Religious institutions could still refuse to host or officiate wedding ceremonies or to provide services, on the basis of religious liberty.
Marriage equality bill heads to Biden’s desk following bipartisan U.S. House vote
The 258-169-1 vote included the backing of 39 Republicans. President Joe Biden plans to sign the bill.
Senate same-sex marriage vote still a step on long road toward full justice | John L. Micek
We can never say often enough that we love them, that we hold them close, and that we will vow to keep them safe. Not just in times of tragedy. But every day. And always.
U.S. Senate passes bill protecting same-sex marriage
Republicans voted with the chamber's Democrats to approve the landmark measure; It returns to the House.