Transgender Rights

Are Republicans Ramping Up for an Attack on Marriage Equality?

Are Republicans Ramping Up for an Attack on Marriage Equality? Are Republicans Ramping Up for an Attack on Marriage Equality?

As the Supreme Court prepares to strike a blow against Roe v. Wade, it’s beginning to look like Republicans will make Obergefell v. Hodges their next target.

Apr 7, 2022 / Elie Mystal

Anti-Abortion Politicians Are Now Taking Inspiration From the Fugitive Slave Act

Anti-Abortion Politicians Are Now Taking Inspiration From the Fugitive Slave Act Anti-Abortion Politicians Are Now Taking Inspiration From the Fugitive Slave Act

In a nod to the bad old days, an amendment to a Missouri anti-abortion bill would make it a crime to help a pregnant Missourian get an abortion outside the state.

Mar 11, 2022 / Elie Mystal

First Texas Came for Pregnant People—Then It Came for Trans Kids

First Texas Came for Pregnant People—Then It Came for Trans Kids First Texas Came for Pregnant People—Then It Came for Trans Kids

The fact that Texas got away with its assault on reproductive rights helped lay the groundwork for its amped-up attack on trans rights.

Mar 1, 2022 / Elie Mystal

Four protesters hold signs in favor of trans youth.

Texas Is Terrorizing Trans Youth Texas Is Terrorizing Trans Youth

Attorney General Ken Paxton and Governor Greg Abbott are trying to criminalize caregiving to trans children. Together, we can fight back.

Feb 24, 2022 / Chase Strangio

The Supreme Court

The Christian Legal Army Behind the Ban on Abortion in Mississippi The Christian Legal Army Behind the Ban on Abortion in Mississippi

The Alliance Defending Freedom has been laying the groundwork to end legal abortion for years. But that’s just the beginning.

Nov 30, 2021 / Amy Littlefield

Rikers Detainees Are Being Transferred From One “Hellhole” to Another

Rikers Detainees Are Being Transferred From One “Hellhole” to Another Rikers Detainees Are Being Transferred From One “Hellhole” to Another

Former and currently incarcerated people denounce Governor Kathy Hochul’s decision to transfer detainees as a temporary fix to the ongoing crisis at Rikers.

Oct 19, 2021 / Victoria Law

LGBTQ rights supporters holding signs.

Texas Slams the Door on Trans Kids’ Playing Sports Texas Slams the Door on Trans Kids’ Playing Sports

In an abhorrent vote, the Texas legislature reaffirms its position as a reactionary body whose guiding ethos is cruelty.

Oct 15, 2021 / Dave Zirin

Attorneys with Justice X will hold a news conference to announce lawsuits against the LAPD over its alleged targeted attacks against journalists and activists

Why Transphobia Is at the Heart of the White Power Movement Why Transphobia Is at the Heart of the White Power Movement

Gender nonconformity threatens a worldview that is fixated on immutable and antiquated gender roles.

Aug 18, 2021 / Talia Lavin

Erica Malunguinho

Why Brazil’s First Trans State Legislator Built a Refuge for Black Queer and Trans People Why Brazil’s First Trans State Legislator Built a Refuge for Black Queer and Trans People

Erica Malunguinho, an artist, educator, and politician, is fighting for an inclusive future.

Aug 3, 2021 / Q&A / Thomas Jean Lax

Lebanon

The Trouble With ‘the LGBT Community’ The Trouble With ‘the LGBT Community’

Under capitalism, LGBT has become a convenient acronym to sell rainbow flags and political candidates.

Jul 28, 2021 / Rasha Younes

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