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Texas Judge Asks Federal Courts to Overturn Right to Gay Marriage

A Waco judge who refused to marry same-sex couples is asking federal courts to overturn the Supreme Court decision that…

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Enforcement of Texas’ “Bathroom Bill” Draws Challenges

Days after Texas’ bathroom law took effect, protesters, cities, and agencies are challenging how SB 8 can be enforced, raising…

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Big Queer Wedding Party Turns Fear Into Joyful Defiance in Austin

At Austin’s Big Queer Wedding Party, couples married and renewed vows at a former church turned art space, celebrating community…

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How Law Banning DEI, LGBTQ Topics in Schools Could Fare in Court

A lawsuit challenging Texas’ SB 12 heads to court Dec. 10, as students, teachers, and advocates argue the law chills…

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Texas Drag Performers Refuse to Be Silenced

Texas’ SB 12 does not ban drag outright, but critics say its sweeping, unclear definitions could fuel harassment and suppress…

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As Texas’ “Bathroom Bill” Becomes Law, Questions Remain About Enforcement

As Texas prepares to enforce SB 8, state agencies, schools, and public buildings face unclear expectations, while transgender Texans anticipate…

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Three-Judge Panel Blocks Texas from Using New Congressional Map in 2026

A three-judge panel ruled that Texas cannot use its newly drawn congressional map for 2026, citing evidence of racial gerrymandering…

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Texas Cities Face Pressure to Roll Back Local LGBTQ Protections

Texas cities are reassessing LGBTQ protections as federal and state pressure intensifies, leaving communities caught between funding concerns and the…

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Texas Law Forces Schools to Erase Trans Students’ Chosen Names

As Texas schools implement SB 12, trans students report being deadnamed, teachers feel chilled, and families clash over “parental rights”…

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Brad Pritchett Is the Leader Equality Texas Needs Now

Equality Texas board member Jack McBride reflects on Brad Pritchett’s appointment as permanent CEO and highlights his statewide organizing and…

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