The settlement clarifies that mentions are allowed in Florida classrooms provided it’s not part of instruction.
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Posted inMaine, Politics
Maine lawmakers consider bill to protect providers of abortions, gender affirming care
The proposal would make Maine a ‘safe harbor’ for health care that has been banned or restricted in other states.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Review
Stephen McCauley offers a witty look at a better world
In ‘You Only Call When You’re in Trouble,’ the rigid rules of sexual-orientation segregation do not apply.
Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
Ohio governor vetoes ban on gender-affirming care for minors
Gov. Mike DeWine, a Republican, struck down a bill to ban gender-affirming care for minors. More than 20 states have passed similar restrictions in the past two years.
Posted inNation & World, Schools and Education
Half of challenged books return to schools. LGBTQ books are banned most.
Books about lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer lives were 30% more likely to be yanked, The Washington Post found.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
SAD 51 board votes to keep ‘Gender Queer’ at Greely High School library
A parent who had challenged the book because of its sexually explicit content had hoped the Cumberland-North Yarmouth School Board would overturn the recommendation from a review committee.
Posted inNation & World, News, Religion and Values
Pope’s approval of gay blessings could have impact in places where rights are restricted
From Uganda to the United States, laws that discriminate against LGBTQ+ people or even criminalize homosexuality have increased in recent years, leaving communities feeling under attack.
Posted inNation & World, News, Religion and Values
Pope approves blessings for same-sex couples
Francis suggested such blessings could be offered under some circumstances if they didn’t confuse the ritual with the sacrament of marriage.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Augusta school board votes down transgender-inclusive policy
Some school board members argued the policy needs more work, but others said there was plenty of time for adjustments since the document was introduced nearly a year ago.
Posted inNation & World
Police raid Moscow gay bars after court labels LGBTQ+ movement ‘extremist’
The ruling is the latest step in a decadelong crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights under President Vladimir Putin.