All posts by John Riley
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Fight over Initiative 77 remains passionate, but cordial, as voters cast ballots
Despite the sweltering heat of the early morning and the rain showers that dotted the afternoon, people on both sides of D.C.’s Initiative 77 continued...
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Maryland school district settles lawsuit brought by transgender student
Judge previously found that district's policy violated Max Brennan's rights under Title IX
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Texas’ Lt. Governor claims victory despite failure of anti-trans “bathroom bill”
Dan Patrick was a chief proponent of a bill requiring people to use restrooms that match their biological sex at birth
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Tipping Point: Tempers flare over Initiative 77 as voters head to polls
Tempers flare over Initiative 77 as voters head to polls
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Federal court denies Trump administration’s request to implement transgender military ban
After yet another defeat in court, the Trump administration is appealing Seattle judge's ruling to the 9th Circuit
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Child advocates and LGBTQ families seek to intervene in Catholic Social Services’ lawsuit against Philadelphia
The American Civil Liberties Union has filed a motion in federal court asking to intervene in a lawsuit brought by Catholic Social Services against the...
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Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ Affairs hosts a live showcase of LGBTQ artists
"District of Pride" showcases queer artists in the D.C. area
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Capital Pride 2018 was “a big party celebrating who we are and who we want to be”
Capital Pride weekend drew thousands of revelers seeking, above all else, acceptance and a sense of belonging
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Southern Baptist Convention resolution calls for opposition to conversion therapy bans
Resolution rejects the idea that God made LGBTQ people as they are
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New York LGBTQ Democratic club endorses Cynthia Nixon for governor
Gov. Andrew Cuomo loses Jim Owles Liberal Democratic Club endorsement, but could still win Stonewall Club's backing
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Delaware lawmakers approve ban on conversion therapy
Efforts to "change" minors' sexual orientation or gender identity are currently banned in 13 states and the District of Columbia
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New Hampshire governor signs bill granting LGBTQ protections and banning conversion therapy
On Friday, New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu (R) signed two bills into law aimed at ensuring equality for LGBTQ Granite State residents. One bill prohibits...
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Arizona Court of Appeals rules against calligrapher asking to turn away gay couples
The Arizona Court of Appeals ruled that a calligrapher that wanted to preemptively turn away same-sex couples did not have a First Amendment right that...
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Capital Pride honors Heroes, Engendered Spirits and other awardees
The Capital Pride Alliance kicked off its annual weekend of Pride celebrations with the Capital Pride Heroes Gala, honoring people who have made significant contributions...
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Iowa court finds Medicaid ban on transgender surgery is unconstitutional
An Iowa court has determined that the state’s ban on Medicaid coverage for medically necessary surgical care for transgender residents is unconstitutional. Chief District Judge...
