Bullying transgender teens
"Lawmakers should make themselves familiar with the issues involving transgender teens."
Human Rights Campaign
Alabama ranked below “basic equality” for LGBTQ residents
The state is one of 27 that a leading anti-discrimination organization categorized as having inadequate protections.
Group of 40 companies oppose legislation targeting transgender youth
Bills in the House and Senate would make it a felony for a physician to perform surgery or prescribe medicine intended to delay the onset of puberty to minors.
Human Rights Campaign endorses Doug Jones
Thursday, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) announced its endorsement of Senator Doug Jones’, D-Alabama, bid for reelection to the U.S. Senate. The HRC said in a statement that Sen. Jones has been a steadfast ally for the LGBTQ community throughout his time in public service and his tenure in the U.S. Senate. In 2018, Jones … Continued
Human Rights Campaign announces new Alabama state director
The Human Rights Campaign, the nation’s largest LGBTQ civil rights organization, announced on Tuesday that they hired Carmarion D. Anderson as their new Alabama state director. “I am excited to join the Human Rights Campaign, especially at a time when it is vital for us to pursue and protect LGBTQ rights in Alabama and throughout … Continued
HRC denounces Merrill’s anti-LGBTQ comments
The Human Rights Campaign, a national LGBTQ advocacy group, released a statement denouncing Alabama Secretary of State and Republican U.S. Senate candidate John Merrill’s recent comments saying Americans are “preoccupied with homosexual activities.” Merrill told supporters at a town hall over the weekend that the country’s morality is dwindling because of changes in pop culture … Continued
The 7th Project opens 2019 congressional internship applications
On Wednesday, The 7th Project announced application openings for their 2019 Congressional Internship Program, which gives college students who are residents of Alabama’s 7th District the opportunity to work with U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell in her Washington, D.C. office. “The 7th Project has been a wonderful partner in providing interns for my office,” Sewell said. … Continued
Human Rights Campaign endorses Doug Jones
By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Repoter The Human Rights Campaign announced that it was endorsing Democratic candidate Doug Jones for U.S. Senate. Jones is running against former Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore (R). Judge Moore has often clashed with the gay rights group over the years. “Doug Jones has pledged to serve all Alabamians, including … Continued
Tankersley Exit Interview Part 2: No rules, no order
By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter “Our State needs so much help. There is such a lack of confidence in our elected leaders. The Ethics Commission can help restore that lost confidence,” said Dr. Stewart Hill Tankersley in a recent interview with the Alabama Political Reporter. Tankersley Exit Interview Part 1: Success, collusion, and dismay … Continued
Ivey signs Adoption Bill
By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, May 3, 2017, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) signed House Bill 24 into law. HB24, sponsored by State Representative Rich Wingo (R-Tuscaloosa) protects the religious liberties of faith-based adoption agencies. The bill protects the rights of the faith based organizations that they can not be forced to place … Continued