Alex Cooper's parents, who were LDS Church members, sent her away for eight months to 'gay conversion therapy' where she was forced by a straight couple to stand for hours wearing a backpack full of … [Read more...] about Family Tries to Cure Gay Teen by Making Her Wear a Backpack Full of Rocks
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Sally Field Blasts Parents of Gay Kids Who Reject Them Because of the Bible: WATCH
People and EW editorial director Jess Cagle spoke with Sally Field in an EW Radio town hall on SiriusXM this week, and asked Field about her gay son Sam, how she handled Sam's coming out, and advice … [Read more...] about Sally Field Blasts Parents of Gay Kids Who Reject Them Because of the Bible: WATCH
Facing Backlash, South Carolina School Overturns Student’s Suspension for Wearing ‘Lesbian’ Shirt
A South Carolina high school has reversed its decision to suspend a student for wearing a t-shirt reading "Nobody Knows I'm a Lesbian" after facing national outcry over the decision. Briana Popour, … [Read more...] about Facing Backlash, South Carolina School Overturns Student’s Suspension for Wearing ‘Lesbian’ Shirt
Gays Are Trying to Ruin the Boy Scouts for U.S. Rep. Pete Sessions, But He Won’t Leave
Texas Republican Congressman Pete Sessions, an Eagle Scout, says he disagrees with the Boy Scouts of America's recent decision to lift its ban on gay adult leaders, but plans to remain part of the … [Read more...] about Gays Are Trying to Ruin the Boy Scouts for U.S. Rep. Pete Sessions, But He Won’t Leave
Pope Francis Praises Italian Children’s Book Featuring Gay Penguins
A gay-inclusive children's book centering on diverse families has found an unlikely ally in the ongoing censorship fight against it in Italy: Pope Francis. Piccolo Uovo (Little Egg) by author … [Read more...] about Pope Francis Praises Italian Children’s Book Featuring Gay Penguins
This Little Boy Picked a Doll for His Birthday Toy. How His Dad Reacted Will Leave You Stunned – VIDEO
Need a reminder on what unconditional love looks like? Here it is. Filmmaker Mikki Willis took his son Azai to the toy store recently to exchange a duplicate present he received for his 4th … [Read more...] about This Little Boy Picked a Doll for His Birthday Toy. How His Dad Reacted Will Leave You Stunned – VIDEO
WATCH: Gay Man Chooses Bigoted Mom Over LGBT Rights, Berates Bullied Students
Last week we told you how the school board in Keller, Texas, canceled a vote on LGBT protections in the face of pressure from anti-gay bigots, including Fox News host Glenn Beck. We also told you … [Read more...] about WATCH: Gay Man Chooses Bigoted Mom Over LGBT Rights, Berates Bullied Students
Ellen’s Teen Choice Awards Acceptance Speech Was Just What LGBT Kids Need to Hear: WATCH
Ellen DeGeneres had an inspiring message for her Choice Comedian acceptance speech at the Teen Choice Awards this weekend, telling the young crowd: It feels good to be chosen but there was a time in … [Read more...] about Ellen’s Teen Choice Awards Acceptance Speech Was Just What LGBT Kids Need to Hear: WATCH
Girl’s Adorable Rant on Princesses and Superheroes Proves Target’s New Toy Policy Is Spot On: WATCH
Target's recent decision to remove gender specific labels from its toy aisles was met with the usual barrage of right-wing freakouts, with pastor Franklin Graham going so far as to tell his followers … [Read more...] about Girl’s Adorable Rant on Princesses and Superheroes Proves Target’s New Toy Policy Is Spot On: WATCH
Texas School Board Caves To Anti-Gay Bigots, Nixes Vote On LGBT Protections: VIDEO
Apparently succumbing to intense pressure from anti-LGBT bigots, a Texas school board canceled a vote Thursday on LGBT protections. Yesterday, we told you how the school board in Keller, a … [Read more...] about Texas School Board Caves To Anti-Gay Bigots, Nixes Vote On LGBT Protections: VIDEO
