It’s 2019, and You Can Still Get Fired for Being LGBTQ in These Cities
It’s 2019. The famed Stonewall Inn is now a photo-op for pop singers releasing new albums and politicians campaigning for president. An openly gay man has claimed the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 for 14 weeks, and lesbian players led the U.S. women’s soccer team to their fourth title since 1990. But in 25…
LGBTQ Equality Act Advances With All Republicans Voting Against It
The House Judiciary Committee today approved the Equality Act, a wide-ranging bill banning discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, moving it to the full House, where a vote is expected to be scheduled soon. The historic 22-10 committee vote, marking the first time the measure has advanced, went…