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LGBTQ

Published
June 6, 2023

Human Rights Campaign warns of state of emergency for LGBTQ+ Americans

The civil rights group warns of what it calls an 'unprecedented and dangerous' spike in discriminatory legislation sweeping state houses.
Published
June 6, 2023

As Pride month grows, so does hostility in some Maine towns

A large number of anti-LGBTQ+ bills were introduced around the country this year, including in Maine, and organizers of Pride events like those in Unity say the level of 'venom' has been sharp.
Published
June 4, 2023

Our View: Pride Month demands response to attacks on LGBTQ Americans

As the Republican Party tries to roll back civil rights and freedoms, it is laser-focused on smearing the LGBTQ community.
Published
June 1, 2023

LGBTQ+ people flock to Florida for Gay Days festival

Central Florida is about to become a hub of LGBTQ+ life.
Published
June 1, 2023

Drag shows on U.S. military bases canceled by Pentagon after Republican criticism

Organizers of an event at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada canceled a drag show timed to Pride Month, which began Thursday.

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Published
May 30, 2023

Brunswick to celebrate Pride Month amid heightened national controversy

The second Brunswick Pride Festival is set for Saturday, June 10.
Published
May 24, 2023

Target has been a leader in catering to LGBTQ+ shoppers – now it’s on the defensive

The uproar over Target’s Pride Month marketing – and its response to critics – is just the latest example of how companies are struggling to cater to different groups of customers at a time of extreme cultural divides.
Published
May 23, 2023

Montana first to ban people dressed in drag from reading to children in schools, libraries

The bill initially sought to ban minors from attending drag performances, which were defined as shows that tended to 'excite lustful thoughts.'
Published
May 18, 2023

Meet San Francisco’s D’Arcy Drollinger, the first drag laureate in the U.S.

In a city known for its support of LGBTQ+ rights, San Francisco Mayor London Breed says it was a natural step to create a position that not only embraces drag culture but puts government resources toward it.
Published
May 10, 2023

Windham teachers feel impact of heated book challenge controversy

Staff members are becoming reluctant to respond to harassment of LGBTQ+ students out of concern they will be targeted, and they have been on the receiving end of harassment themselves.