Tag: LGBTQ
Florida’s controversial ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill advances
ABC News’ Victor Oquendo breaks down the Florida bill that would limit discussions of sexual orientation or gender identity in the state’s schools, and the…
Gay adults had higher COVID vaccination rates than heterosexual adults: CDC
Black and Hispanic lesbian women had lower rates of vaccination than heterosexual Black and Hispanic women. source
How the education wars are expanding beyond critical race theory
ABC News’ Janai Norman reports on the latest legislative moves on critical race theory and the expansion of the education wars, as well as how…
Jeffrey Tambor Wins Best Actor in a Comedy Series – 2015 Critics’ Choice TV Awards | A&E
“Transparent” star Jeffrey Tambor accepts the award for Best Actor in a Comedy Series, presented by Angie Harmon and Josh Holloway, at the 5th Annual…
Thousands Attend Budapest Pride To March Against Anti-LGBTQ Law
Thousands of people marched through Budapest for the city’s annual Pride event. They’re also protesting a new law passed by the Hungarian government that critics…
Comedian Dave Chappelle remains under fire for his Netflix special, LGBTQ comments
After years of controversial performances, many said the comments Chapelle made about the Trans community in his special, “The Closer,” went too far. WATCH NIGHTLINE…
Taylor Swift endorses Democrats in Tennessee with rare political statement
The pop star urged Americans to vote in the upcoming midterm elections and voiced her support for LGBTQ rights and women’s rights in an Instagram…
Former Dallas Cowboys player breaking barriers as first in NFL history to marry a man
Getting married is a big deal for anybody, but for former NFL player Jeff Rohrer, it was monumental. The former linebacker shares his journey to…
Classroom hardships amid wave of anti-trans laws | ABC NEWS
A record number of anti-transgender bills have been introduced in state legislatures in 2021, according to the Human Rights Campaign. READ MORE: https://abcn.ws/3upzAdi #ABCNews #AntiTransLaws…
By the Numbers: The history of PRIDE
A look at the fight for LGBTQ rights and why June was designated as PRIDE month. ABC News Live Prime, Weekdays at 7EST & 9EST…
ABC News Live Update: 100 years since Tulsa race massacre
Plus, new video released in Miami banquet hall shooting, and LZ Granderson talks living “Life Out Loud” in new podcast. ABC News Live Update, Weekdays…
‘Life Out Loud’ podcast launches to kick off Pride month
LZ Granderson aims to highlight the stories, struggles and accomplishments of the LGBTQ+ community in the new podcast. ABC News Live Update, Weekdays at 9…
SCOTUS’ unanimous decision on religious liberty in LGBTQ case
ABC News’ Devin Dwyer reports on the Supreme Court ruling for religious liberty rights in a case involving foster care and same-sex couples in Philadelphia….
Top stories impacting LGBTQ+ community amid Pride Month 2021
ABC News’ Devin Dwyer reports on the landmark Supreme Court decision impacting the LGBTQ+ community and adoption. source
Trevor Project CEO on Carl Nassib: ‘Representation really does matter’
Trevor Project CEO and Executive Director Amit Paley reacts to NFL player Carl Nassib coming out as gay and its significance for LGBTQ youth. ABC…
Inside the world of NFTs with 18-year-old transgender breakout artist Fewocious | Nightline
Real name Victor Langlois, Fewocious has made millions selling the rights to his digital artwork as NFTs. He’ll soon be one of the youngest artists…
Transgender teen wins school bathroom case
ABC News’ Devin Dwyer discusses the Supreme Court rejecting a Virginia school board’s appeal trying to reinstate its ban on transgender students using bathrooms consistent…
Supreme Court declines case pitting LGBTQ rights vs. religious liberty
ABC News’ Devin Dwyer discusses the Supreme Court declining to hear an appeal of a Washington state court ruling on a florist who refused services…
Twiggy Pucci Garçon: Artist & Activist for LGBTQ Youth | Voices Magnified | A&E
Twiggy Pucci Garcon (True Colors United) is dedicated to ending homelessness for LGBTQ youth, who are 120% more likely to experience it in the United…
‘Pose’ star Dominique Jackson discusses mentoring queer youth of color | Nightline
Jackson said that playing her character Elektra on “Pose” resurfaced personal trauma. The show’s iconic star Billy Porter shared last month that he’s secretly lived…
