References to transgender and queer people were removed Thursday from the National Park Service website for the Stonewall National Monument, a site honoring the 1969 uprising that helped spark the LGBTQ+ rights movement. The changes follow President Donald Trump’s executive order redefining sex as strictly male or female. Words like “transgender” and “queer” were deleted, […]
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In the spring of 2019, Kevin Gifford and Tucker Russell walked into an LGBTQ+ game night at Fresno’s Fig Garden Regional Library and unknowingly stepped into a life-changing role. Approached by organizer Jason Scott, they agreed to volunteer, never imagining how their involvement would deeply impact the local queer community. From fostering friendships to offering
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Several years ago, during Trump’s first term I was talking to a friend about the Masterpiece Cake shop case (in which a baker was sued for refusing to provide services to same sex couples). This friend is not a Trump supporter, but also doesn’t follow politics that closely and wasn’t aware of the issues involved.
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Paul Reubens, known for his iconic Pee-wee Herman character, posthumously comes out as gay in the documentary Pee-wee as Himself, premiering at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Reubens, who died of cancer in 2023 at 70, reveals his relationship with a man named Guy, whose voice and mannerisms inspired the Pee-wee character. The HBO documentary
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Episcopal Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde delivered a powerful sermon during the inaugural prayer service at Washington National Cathedral, challenging President Donald Trump’s policies that target marginalized communities, including immigrants and LGBTQ+ Americans. Addressing Trump directly, Budde urged compassion for those living in fear: “There are gay, lesbian, and transgender children in families of all political
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Two hosts discuss this article. What do you think? Comment below. AI generated content. The following is a general announcement/notice. City of Fresno employees have informed us of the uptick in complaints over public sex in area parks. LGBTQ Fresno wants our community to be aware that police presence has been increased and fines/arrest are
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Jimmy Carter’s presidency, spanning from 1977 to 1981, coincided with a period when LGBTQ rights were largely taboo in American politics. Despite this, Carter, a Southern Democrat and devout Baptist, became an early advocate for the LGBTQ community, a stance considered bold for the time. In 1976, while campaigning for president, Carter expressed support for
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In 2017, Cathy Miller, the owner of Tastries Bakery, refused to design a custom wedding cake for Eileen and Mireya Rodriguez-Del Rio, a same-sex couple planning their wedding. Miller cited her Christian beliefs, stating that her faith prohibits her from endorsing same-sex marriage. Instead, she offered to refer the couple to another bakery for their
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As California’s population ages, understanding the unique needs of its diverse communities becomes increasingly crucial. This is particularly relevant given the state’s growing diversity and its leadership in addressing social equity. In a pioneering effort, the “Survey of LGBTQIA+ Older Adults in California: From Challenges to Resilience” highlights the experiences, disparities, and resilience of over
In modern society, bigotry within religious institutions is often overlooked despite the push for inclusion and diversity. With 86 Anti-LGBTQ hate groups in the U.S., accountability in faith organizations is crucial. Silence perpetuates discrimination, posing a danger to social equality. Challenging harmful ideologies within faith can foster transparency and unity.
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