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President & CEO of GLAAD. Working to build a better future for the queer youth of tomorrow. πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ

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Telling our stories is a powerful tool for change. Together, we’ll continue to build a future that is fair, just and a future that is free for all of us. #GLAADawards

10.03.2026 18:41 πŸ‘ 17 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
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ALERT: Defeat The Anti-Diversity in Local Government Bill

URGENT: Florida's "Anti-Diversity in Local Government" bill is a sledgehammer aimed at cities and counties that recognize the diversity of the people they serve. This dangerous bill is a priority for Governor DeSantis, has passed the FL Senate, and could face a vote on the House floor at any time.

10.03.2026 14:59 πŸ‘ 60 πŸ” 29 πŸ’¬ 4 πŸ“Œ 4

Noem and all others in DHS must be held accountable. The investigation and lies about Renee's widow must end. Our hearts remain with all the families and communities who suffered at the hands of their government and every leader who swore an oath to defend them and the Constitution. (2/2)

05.03.2026 19:55 πŸ‘ 36 πŸ” 8 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Trump fires Homeland Security Secretary Noem after mounting criticism over her leadership Oklahoma Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin says he has no idea how quickly his nomination to replace Kristi Noem at the Department of Homeland Security will move.

Secretary Noem's disastrous leadership will forever be marred by the murders of Renee Good, Alex Pretti, and countless others we are still learning about at the hands of ICE agents conducting violent, lawless arrests and in ICE custody. (1/2) apnews.com/article/trum...

05.03.2026 19:55 πŸ‘ 36 πŸ” 9 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
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Florida just cut off access to HIV treatment for 16,000 people. And they’re not alone. It’s not just cruelty…it’s a deadly public health crisis in the making.

Resources for those directly impacted at the end.

02.03.2026 22:18 πŸ‘ 21 πŸ” 12 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 3
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Invalidating driver's licenses and enacting a bounty-style bathroom ban are the latest escalation in politicians' radical anti-trans crusade.

Kansas, we'll see you in court.

27.02.2026 15:21 πŸ‘ 1236 πŸ” 361 πŸ’¬ 23 πŸ“Œ 21

Transgender women and girls are not the problem. It’s this kind of rhetoric and divisive actions that make sports less safe and less welcoming for everyone. Team work means we lift each other up and have each other’s backs. Always. (3/3)

24.02.2026 19:31 πŸ‘ 36 πŸ” 8 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Responding to their wins with β€œlocker room talk” that degrades women is another glaring example that this President and administration have zero interest or credibility when it comes to β€œprotecting women and girls” in sports or anywhere else. (2/3)

24.02.2026 19:31 πŸ‘ 38 πŸ” 9 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

The USA Women’s hockey team and their history-making Olympics brought us all joy and excellence, on the ice and off. They are the true winners. (1/3)

24.02.2026 19:31 πŸ‘ 45 πŸ” 9 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

– and push back against dangerous myths that some groups of women, like transgender girls and women, don’t belong.

When more people can play, we all win. (4/4)

20.02.2026 14:49 πŸ‘ 17 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

As women’s sports continue to increase in well-deserved respect and recognition, we must also address real barriers to women’s sports – unequal pay for players and coaches, unequal funding for resources and facilities to support training, and harassment and abuse (3/4)

20.02.2026 14:49 πŸ‘ 11 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

These Olympians are breaking barriers and encouraging young people who are watching that they too can achieve their dreams. (2/4)

20.02.2026 14:49 πŸ‘ 10 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

The visibility of out LGBTQ athletes participating in this year’s Winter Olympics is a victory for representation and a sign of encouragement for a future in which everyone can feel welcome in sports, including members of marginalized communities who have historically been excluded. (1/4

20.02.2026 14:49 πŸ‘ 28 πŸ” 7 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

The bill not only violates core American values of freedom, fairness, and family, but is yet another distraction from problems that elected officials actually need to solve – from affordability to jobs and community safety. (3/3)

19.02.2026 19:29 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

The vigilante justice that this bill encourages now threatens Kansas’ economic potential and the safety of all Kansans. (2/3)

19.02.2026 19:29 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

The politicians who pushed this cruel bill, Kansas' SB 244, did not use evidence, they used personal animus against hard-working Kansas residents who are transgender and just want the freedom to be who they are and live safely. (1/3)

19.02.2026 19:29 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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US figure skater Amber Glenn speaks out for LGBTQ community at Olympics At a news conference at the Winter Olympics, U.S. figure skater Amber Glenn said she hopes to use her platform here to support her community.

"It isn't the first time that we've had to come together as a community and try and fight for our human rights." - Amber Glenn

07.02.2026 15:05 πŸ‘ 242 πŸ” 61 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 4

There can be no doubt that LGBTQ artists and allies like Bad Bunny propel our culture forward to be more joyful and united.

Our country should always be where all are welcome and where we all have the freedom to be ourselves. (2/2)

09.02.2026 20:50 πŸ‘ 16 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Bad Bunny performing at the 2026 Superbowl Halftime Show

Bad Bunny performing at the 2026 Superbowl Halftime Show

Bad Bunny and Lady Gaga performing at the 2026 Superbowl Halftime Show

Bad Bunny and Lady Gaga performing at the 2026 Superbowl Halftime Show

Ricky Martin performing at the 2026 Superbowl Halftime Show

Ricky Martin performing at the 2026 Superbowl Halftime Show

Bad Bunny performing at the 2026 Superbowl Halftime Show

Bad Bunny performing at the 2026 Superbowl Halftime Show

Bad Bunny and the brilliant musicians who joined him, including out artists Ricky Martin and Lady Gaga, represent the best of our country and the values that make it great: love, family, and above all, freedom. (1/2)

09.02.2026 20:50 πŸ‘ 21 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Fact Sheet: LGBTQ and Ally Inclusion at Super Bowl LX and the Winter Olympics | GLAAD LGBTQ Ally Bad Bunny to Headline Halftime Show, Bi Singer Billie Joe Armstrong to Perform Pregame with Green Day, and LGBTQ Icon Brandi Carlile to Sing β€œAmerica The Beautiful” GLAAD: β€œInclusion is goo...

Super Bowl LX and the Winter Olympics will feature notable visibility of LGBTQ people and allies, including the halftime show with Bad Bunny, performances and commercials with LGBTQ icons, and the most out Winter Games in history.

Get the fact sheet on LGBTQ participation and celebration here:

06.02.2026 19:32 πŸ‘ 34 πŸ” 10 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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When a Journalist Is Arrested, Democracy Is the One in Handcuffs Kerry Kennedy, President of the Robert and Ethel Human Rights Center, on the arrest of journalist Don Lemon

"Don Lemon’s arrest is a test for our country. Will we accept a future where journalists in the United States are hauled away in handcuffs for covering dissent? Or will we defend the principle that the press exists precisely to shine light into moments of conflict?"- @kerrykennedy.bsky.social

05.02.2026 18:33 πŸ‘ 32 πŸ” 10 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

The real danger is the politicians like Sen. Hawley and Sen. Schmitt who spend their time fighting against the first amendment right of freedom of speech and the ability of companies to create content and sell products that appeal to their audiences. (4/4)

04.02.2026 21:45 πŸ‘ 21 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

LGBTQ stories are sought out by audiences of all ages and are regularly among the most popular and critically acclaimed films and TV shows. (3/4)

04.02.2026 21:45 πŸ‘ 27 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Stories about LGBTQ families are essential to creating entertainment that reflects the world around us, and companies should have the freedom to tell the stories that appeal to their customers. (2/4)

04.02.2026 21:45 πŸ‘ 24 πŸ” 6 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Republicans haul Netflix before Congress for being too β€˜woke’ Yes, they brought up Cuties again.

Inclusivity is not propaganda, programming with LGBTQ characters is not a danger to children, and politicians who use ugly rhetoric to the contrary devalue LGBTQ Americans and families. (1/4)
www.theverge.com/policy/87353...

04.02.2026 21:45 πŸ‘ 41 πŸ” 13 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 1
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Taking the Fight to the Statehouses in 2026: Overview of LGBTQ-Related Bills and Current Activations | GLAAD State legislative session has begun in many parts of the U.S. this month, offering opportunities for state- and local-based activations for LGBTQ people, their families, and their allies. State legisl...

State legislative session has begun in many parts of the U.S., offering opportunities for state- and local-based activations for LGBTQ people, their families, and their allies.

Learn more about these LGBTQ-related bills activations in Kansas, Florida and Missouri here:
glaad.org/taking-the-f...

03.02.2026 18:40 πŸ‘ 21 πŸ” 8 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Everyday people are barely able to make ends meet, pay the rent, or afford groceries and health care.

Elected officials should start listening to the people and stop playing dangerous games with people’s lives. (4/4)

29.01.2026 22:49 πŸ‘ 17 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Every taxpayer and family should let their elected leaders know that their voices matter too and they must be allowed to review and comment on any government action that strips people’s rights and humanity. (3/4)

29.01.2026 22:49 πŸ‘ 13 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Transgender people, like all of us, deserve the dignity to be themselves and to be safe to go about their daily lives without harassment. (2/4)

29.01.2026 22:49 πŸ‘ 22 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

Bills like Kansas’ SB 244 are exactly why everyday Americans are fed up with lawmakers who prioritize targeting innocent people instead of solving actual problems, and then have the gall to try to hide their actions. (1/4)

29.01.2026 22:49 πŸ‘ 31 πŸ” 7 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0