Federal health officials say discrimination based on sex includes gender identity and sexual orientation.
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Posted inMaine, News, Politics, Sports
Dozens testify in opposition to bills to ban female transgender athletes
Two Republican-backed bills are similar to legislation being pushed by conservatives in at least 30 other states.
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Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Compromise needed for Equality Act to become law
Senators like Susan Collins and Joe Manchin can reach an agreement with faith groups to protect religious freedom and prevent anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Caitlyn Jenner says transgender girls in girls’ sports is ‘unfair’
The former Olympian says it’s a ‘question of fairness.’
Posted inNew England, Politics
Judge tosses suit that sought to block transgender athletes in Connecticut
Conservative lawmakers in more than 20 states have introduced legislation to ban or limit transgender athletes from competing on teams or sports that align with their gender identity.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: For equity and justice, it’s time to end sale of flavored tobacco in Maine
The survival of our LGBTQ youth depends on not selling harmful products targeted at kids and marginalized communities.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Nation & World
‘The Bachelor’ star Colton Underwood comes out as gay
Underwood is a former football tight end who found fame on Season 23 of ‘The Bachelor.’
Posted inThe Forecaster
Equality Community Center purchases new HQ
The Equality Community Center has purchased 15 Casco St. in Portland as a new headquarters for LGBTQ+ and allied organizations and community members. The purchase was facilitated by a $1 million gift from a donor who wishes to remain anonymous, gifts from several major donors and ongoing investment of loyal contributors, the organization said in […]
Posted inMaine, Religion and Values
Maine congregations break away from United Methodist Church over LGBTQ policies
HopeGateWay, a community of faith in Portland, voted recently in favor of disaffiliation, joining congregations on Peaks Island, Chebeague Island and in Cumberland that have taken the same step.
Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
With veto override, Arkansas becomes first state to ban transgender youth treatment
Opponents of the measure have vowed to sue to block the ban before it takes effect this summer.