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LGBTQ

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Education

Pennridge LGBTQ students feel ‘erased’ after losing Pride symbols in schools, as Central Bucks considers its own ban

Pennridge students share insight on their experience with a policy up for vote in Central Bucks School District that may censor classroom decor and conversations.

2 years ago

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The local LGBTQ community is mourning the loss of local trans activist Mar'quis Jackson. (GoFundMe)
Community

Killing of local trans activist under investigation in Philadelphia

Jackson's killing remains an active investigation by police.

2 years ago

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Arts & Entertainment

People’s Light Theatre hires security firm after threats to its holiday panto featuring a drag performer

People’s Light Theatre has hired a security firm after threats against the group for its holiday panto that’s more LBGTQ+ inclusive than in years past.

2 years ago

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President Joe Biden signs the Respect for Marriage Act, Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022, on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)
Politics & Policy

Biden signs gay marriage bill at White House ceremony

“This law and the love it defends strike a blow against hate in all its forms," Biden said on the South Lawn of the White House.

2 years ago

The Capitol is seen amid holiday lights Wednesday evening as the House of Representatives works to approve the Respect for Marriage Act, a bill already passed in the Senate to codify both interracial and same-gender marriage, in Washington, Dec. 7, 2022. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Politics & Policy

Bill protecting same-sex, interracial unions passes House

President Joe Biden is expected to promptly sign the measure, which requires all states to recognize same-sex marriages.

2 years ago

FILE - Philadelphia's altered gay pride flag is seen outside City Hall on  June 19, 2017, in Philadelphia. Pennsylvania government regulations would be revised with extensive definitions of sex, religious creed and race under a proposal set for a vote on Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022 — a change some Republican lawmakers see as an overreach on a subject they think should not be addressed without legislation. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania panel to vote on proposal defining sex, race

Advocacy groups say greater clarity about the terms “sex,” “religious creed” and “race” would be a significant step forward.

2 years ago

(Commonwealth Media Services)
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Wolf backs regulatory change that would formalize discrimination protections for LGBTQ Pennsylvanians

In the closing days of his final term in office, Gov. Tom Wolf is backing a regulatory change that would formalize nondiscrimination protections for LGBTQ people.

2 years ago

Allison Chris Myers. (@GovMurphy/Twitter)
Politics & Policy

New Jersey governor appoints first openly transgender cabinet member

Allison Chris Myers, a Navy veteran, will oversee the state’s Civil Services Commission.

2 years ago

Kira Kinsman explains the transformation of the building. (Tom MacDonald/WHYY)
Community

Philly’s William Way LGBT Community Center will undergo $2.5 million expansion

The facility will create office space and barrier-free facilities with the $2.5 million dollars in state grant money.

2 years ago

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., speaks to reporters following a closed-door policy meeting on the Democrats' lame duck agenda, at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Politics & Policy

Same-sex marriage legislation clears key Senate hurdle

Twelve Republicans voted with all Democrats to move forward on the legislation, meaning a final vote could come as soon as this week, or later this month.

3 years ago

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Courts & Law

Central Bucks hires former U.S. Attorney McSwain to investigate ACLU’s allegation of anti-LGBTQ discrimination

Many parents are enraged over the decision, saying the district is making “fiscally irresponsible” decisions with taxpayer dollars to “defend” anti-LGBTQ measures.

3 years ago

Lilly Freeman holds up a that helped her transition at a rally ahead of the Central Bucks School District’s vote to remove books perceived to have sexualized content from their libraries
Education

U.S. Department of Education will investigate Central Bucks School District, following ACLU complaint alleging ‘hostile’ environment for LGBTQ kids

The Office for Civil Rights will begin probing allegations at Central Bucks, which allegedly resulted in pervasive bullying against LGBTQ kids.

3 years ago

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The Phillies have embraced a cover version of Robyn's 'Dancing on My Own' with little-to-no recognition of the original. (Phillies: AP Photo/Matt Slocum; Robyn: Benoît Derrier/Wikimedia Commons)
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Fans are loving the Phillies’ playoff anthem, except that it’s the wrong version of ‘Dancing on My Own’

A cover of the Robyn gay club mainstay is taking the MLB by storm — only she’s left out of the conversation.

3 years ago

On Oct. 17, 2022, The Wardrobe hosted a free clothing drive at its Old City location for members of the LGBTQ community. Clothing items for all genders and sizes were available. Pre-registration was required. (Cory Sharber/WHYY)
Community

Wardrobe event looks to ease shopping experience for Philly’s LGBTQ+ community

Local nonprofits and activists met Monday at The Wardrobe in Old City for an event meant to address clothing insecurities in Philly’s LGBTQ community.

3 years ago

Parents, students and teachers rallied ahead of the Central Bucks School District’s vote to remove books perceived to have sexualized content from their libraries outside the district’s headquarters in Doylestown on July 26, 2022.
Courts & Law

Central Bucks asks ACLU to reveal the LGBTQ students behind its federal complaint. ACLU says they fear retaliation

Central Bucks says the anonymity of the ACLU complaint makes it impossible to “intervene.” ACLU says the district has ignored and disrespected those students.

3 years ago

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