Why one mother says the public fight for trans rights is worth it
Amber Briggles' vocal campaign for trans rights has made her a prime target for harassment. But for her family, the stakes are too high to stay silent.
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As Biden vows to have transgender kids’ backs, advocates want more concrete actions
Demands for more from Biden come as anti-trans bills pass in statehouses and the Equality Act remains in Congressional limbo.
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Where Biden stands on his promises on LGBTQ+ rights — and what’s next
Advocates want more from the Biden administration on LGBTQ+ rights. The White House says it’s prepared to deliver.
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Three transgender people allege abuse in Miami-Dade jail
In a letter, groups representing the three transgender people lay out their allegations while in detention and call for reform.
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Against backdrop of anti-trans bills, transgender homicides double
Everyone is talking about the 127 anti-transgender bills in statehouses. But trans murders are up 100 percent.
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CDC: 4 in 10 transgender women tested positive for HIV in major cities
The report shows the unequal toll HIV still exerts — with particular consequence for Black women and Latinas.
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‘The backbone of trans rights policy:’ Meet Harper Jean Tobin
Harper Jean Tobin has radically improved life for transgender Americans. Few people have ever heard of her.
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New poll suggests most religions back the Equality Act
75 percent of people of faith support landmark LGBTQ+ protections
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Women of color felt safe at Mills College. They say its closure could be dangerous for future generations.
Mills College, which serves women and nonbinary students, announced it will stop issuing degrees in 2023, sparking concerns from alumni and students.
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Arkansas lawmakers override governor's veto of youth gender-affirming care
Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson has vetoed what would have been the first bill banning gender-affirming medical care for youth.