Virginia governor vetoes religious freedom bill

By John Mack Freeman Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe has vetoed a religious freedom bill in that state that would have allowed for anti-GLBT discrimination. The bill, SB-41, was introduced by State Senator Charles Carrico. Via the Washington Blade: McAuliffe said in a statement that Senate Bill 41 is “nothing more than an attempt to stigmatize.” […]

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Trans inmate wins ruling against hostile treatment

By John Mack Freeman For the first time, a trans inmate has successfully challenged his or her treatment under the Prison Rape Elimination Act. Inmate Sandy Brown was held in solitary confinement for 66 days in 2014. Via Washington Blade: She also claimed that she was “taunted and harassed” by prison employees, including one who […]

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