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LGBTQ+

‘We’re not hiding’: Trans Voices Cabaret debuts in Minneapolis

‘We’re not hiding’: Trans Voices Cabaret debuts in Minneapolis

Hal Sansone directs the Minneapolis Trans Voices Cabaret, a theater production featuring entirely transgender and nonbinary participants, highlighting diverse trans experiences and showcasing their talent in a politically supportive Minnesota.
by Sam Stroozas

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Thousands in Mexico demand justice for LGBTQ+ figure found dead after death threats

Thousands in Mexico demand justice for LGBTQ+ figure found dead after death threats

Jesús Ociel Baena was the first openly nonbinary person to assume a judicial post in Mexico, breaking through barriers in a country where LGBTQ+ people are often targeted with violence.
by The Associated Press

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Twin Cities queer hockey group worries new NHL guideline is shortsighted

Twin Cities queer hockey group worries new NHL guideline is shortsighted

Over the summer, the National Hockey League announced that special Jerseys worn during warmups on theme nights — like Pride night — would no longer be allowed. After a handful of players refused to wear them last season, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said it had become a distraction.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lukas Levin

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Eleanor Savage on how artists create social change  

Eleanor Savage on how artists create social change  

Can artists create social change? MPR News host Angela Davis talks about what the arts bring to our community with Eleanor Savage, the new president of the Jerome Foundation.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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What's next for churches dropped from their denomination for supporting LGBTQ+ rights?

What's next for churches dropped from their denomination for supporting LGBTQ+ rights?

This summer, an evangelical church in Minnesota was kicked out of its denomination because of the congregation’s support of same sex marriage — and it likely won’t be the last.
by Cathy Wurzer, Ellen Finn and Jacob Aloi

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World chess just placed restrictions on both trans women and trans men

World chess just placed restrictions on both trans women and trans men

The International Chess Federation will stop allowing transgender women to participate in women’s tournaments. The group said changing genders has a “significant impact” on a player’s status.
by Juliana Kim

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States that protect transgender health care now try to absorb demand

States that protect transgender health care now try to absorb demand

Waiting lists for gender-affirming health care are growing in states that declared themselves refuges for transgender people as bans for such care for minors take effect around the country. 
by The Associated Press

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Trans pro disc golfer suing sport's top league for discrimination in Minnesota

Trans pro disc golfer suing sport's top league for discrimination in Minnesota

A professional disc golfer who is a trans woman is suing the sport’s top organization over its gender-based rules for competition. A Minnesota judge cleared the way for Natalie Ryan to play in the state earlier this year.
by Nina Moini

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