Donald Trump’s election has led to such a steep rise in fundamentalist Christian evangelizing and religious bigotry in the U.S. armed forces that the … [Read more...] about Trump Effect Inspires Radical Christians in Military
Hate Crimes
There’s a Lot of Hate in the World. And I’ve Played a Part in That.
After the presidential election, posts on Twitter by Gizmodo reporter Rae Paoletta caught my attention. Through her tweets, she was actively … [Read more...] about There’s a Lot of Hate in the World. And I’ve Played a Part in That.
Matthew Shepard’s Mom Judy Rips Trump AG Pick Jeff Sessions for Opposing Hate Crimes Legislation
Trump's Attorney General Jeff Sessions goes before the US Senate today for confirmation hearings at 9:30 am (watch it LIVE here). Sessions is among … [Read more...] about Matthew Shepard’s Mom Judy Rips Trump AG Pick Jeff Sessions for Opposing Hate Crimes Legislation
To Fight Hate Crimes, Philanthropist George Soros’s Organization Begins by Tracking Them
The spike of hate incidents from coast to coast in recent weeks is alarming. In the 10 days following the election of Donald Trump, the Southern … [Read more...] about To Fight Hate Crimes, Philanthropist George Soros’s Organization Begins by Tracking Them
Housemates of Gay Syrian Refugee Murdered in Istanbul Receive New Death Threats
The housemates of a gay Syrian refugee who was brutally raped, mutilated and murdered in a recent homophobic attack fear that they will be the … [Read more...] about Housemates of Gay Syrian Refugee Murdered in Istanbul Receive New Death Threats
49 Celebs Pay Emotional Tribute to Orlando Victims in Ryan Murphy-Directed Video for HRC – WATCH
The Human Rights Campaign on Wednesday shared a video tribute to the 49 victims of the Pulse gay nightclub massacre. The video shows actors, directors … [Read more...] about 49 Celebs Pay Emotional Tribute to Orlando Victims in Ryan Murphy-Directed Video for HRC – WATCH
Rachel Maddow Looks Back at the History of Attacks on Gay Bars – WATCH
Rachel Maddow on Monday ran through a timeline of hate-motivated attacks on gay bars carried out in the last half century, the same period when gay … [Read more...] about Rachel Maddow Looks Back at the History of Attacks on Gay Bars – WATCH
Hillary Clinton Invokes Stonewall and Laramie in Address on Orlando Terror Attack – WATCH
Hillary Clinton addressed the terrorist attack at the Orlando gay nightclub Pulse at a rally in Cleveland, Ohio on Monday, underscoring the grave … [Read more...] about Hillary Clinton Invokes Stonewall and Laramie in Address on Orlando Terror Attack – WATCH
Mormon Church Warns That Utah Hate Crimes Bill SB 107 Better Not Hurt Religious Folks: VIDEO
The Mormon church has issued a statement warning that a Utah bill to toughen penalties for hate crimes could “alter the balance” achieved by existing … [Read more...] about Mormon Church Warns That Utah Hate Crimes Bill SB 107 Better Not Hurt Religious Folks: VIDEO
Gay Cousin of Kathryn Knott Asks Jury to ‘Allow Her To Go Home’
Kathryn Knott is awaiting a verdict from a jury of her peers as to whether she will be found guilty in a heinous gay bashing that took place in … [Read more...] about Gay Cousin of Kathryn Knott Asks Jury to ‘Allow Her To Go Home’