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USWNT midfielder Korbin Albert apologized for liking social media posts that appeared to support anti-LGBTQIA+ content and make light of Megan Rapinoe's injury, expressing deep regret and a commitment to do better. Rapinoe responded with a message advocating for inclusivity and condemning hate. U.S. Soccer has not commented on Albert's status for the upcoming SheBelieves Cup.
Megan Rapinoe, midfielder for the U.S. women's national team, believes her off-field achievements advocating for LGBTQIA+ rights, racial equality, and equal pay have had a greater impact than her on-field accomplishments. As she prepares to play her final game for the USWNT, Rapinoe reflects on the growth of the team and the sport, emphasizing the importance of using her platform to fight for social justice causes. Despite the team's round-of-16 exit in the recent Women's World Cup, Rapinoe is confident in the talent and potential of the current team and is excited for their future.
The Equality Ball, supported by Beyoncé's BeyGOOD foundation and hosted by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, celebrated LGBTQIA+ rights and showcased the power of ballroom culture. The event featured iconic names in ballroom, including performances by Maxine Jones of En Vogue and Madame Arthur. The newly formed Kiki House of FuBu made its debut, and Makaylah Basquiat won the final category with a stunning performance inspired by Beyoncé. The event served as a reminder of the ongoing fight for equality and the importance of allyship.
Actor Michael Imperioli, known for his role in The Sopranos, has used the recent US Supreme Court ruling in favor of a Christian web designer seeking legal protection to discriminate against same-sex marriage as a basis to ban "bigots and homophobes" from watching any of his work. Imperioli expressed his decision on Instagram, stating that he is grateful for the opportunity to exclude those he disagrees with. He has previously shown support for the LGBTQIA+ community on social media.
In the wake of the recent stabbings at the University of Waterloo, institutions and individuals need to take action to protect scholars and students whose work focuses on gender issues and LGBTQIA+ rights. This includes providing support and care for those affected, creating safe work and learning environments, addressing misogyny, homophobia, and transphobia, and engaging in public conversations to shift the culture towards celebrating gender diversity. It is crucial for everyone to be involved in this work and to stand in solidarity against hate.
Starbucks workers at unionized locations in Colorado Springs went on strike to demand fair contract negotiations and protest the company's actions, including refusing to allow employees to put up pride decorations and threatening access to benefits for LGBTQIA+ workers. Starbucks claims that the union is spreading false information about their benefits and negotiation efforts. The strike is part of the union's largest strike campaign to-date.
A Pride Month event at Saticoy Elementary School in Los Angeles turned violent as over 100 parents protested against the assembly, leading to multiple brawls and police intervention. The protesters held signs with messages like “Parental choice matters” and “No pride in grooming,” while over 100 other demonstrators gathered across the street in support of LGBTQIA+ rights and Pride Month. The event was set to include a reading of “The Great Big Book of Families” by Mary Hoffman, which was approved by the school district. The group behind the protest, Saticoy Elementary Parents, insisted that they were not against LGBTQIA+ individuals, but distributed fliers urging parents to keep their kids “home and innocent” instead of attending the event. The tensions within the Saticoy community have been simmering for several weeks and came to a head late last month when a transgender teacher’s small Pride flag was burned during the weekend of May 20-21, which is being investigated as a hate crime by the police.
Twisted Sister frontman Dee Snider responds to backlash after SF Pride Parade distances themselves from him for positively responding to a tweet by Paul Stanley about gender-affirming care on minors. Snider, a longtime LGBTQIA+ ally, clarifies his stance on supporting the community's right to choose their gender identity while expressing his belief that young children are not mentally developed enough to make such decisions. SF Pride Parade and Snider have mutually agreed to part ways, but the organization emphasizes the importance of educating allies to avoid promoting transphobia.
Apple is set to release a new Apple Watch Pride face and band for 2023, with a confetti theme featuring the colors of the LGBTQIA+ flag. The new watch face will have a yellow hand that can be changed to different colors. Apple is known for supporting LGBTQIA+ rights and financially supporting organizations working towards diversity. The release date for the new watch face and band is yet to be announced.
Judy Blume, the iconic children's author known for tackling taboo subjects in her books, has been speaking out against censorship and book bans for decades. Her latest project, the documentary "Judy Blume Forever," explores the impact her work has had on readers. Blume has also recently clarified her support for LGBTQIA+ rights and spoken out against the trend of banning books in schools. The documentary is available to stream on Amazon Prime.
Chief Justice of India (CJI) D Y Chandrachud said judges are now confronting a new scenario where trolls answer their courtroom observations and questions. The remark came during the Supreme Court's deliberation on the LGBTQIA+ demand for adoption rights. The CJI also stated that there is no absolute concept of a man or woman and that same-sex couples seek the same benefits of marriage as available to heterosexual couples, except procreation.
Author Judy Blume clarifies her support for the trans community after comments she made about J.K. Rowling were taken out of context. Blume stated that she empathizes with anyone who has been harassed online, but she stands with the trans community and vehemently disagrees with anyone who does not fully support equality and acceptance for LGBTQIA+ people. Blume has also spoken out against recent book bans in the US, advocating for educating and supporting children's reading choices.
Children's author Judy Blume clarifies her statement on J.K. Rowling, saying she was taken out of context and that she stands with the trans community. Blume had previously expressed support for Rowling, but now says she empathizes with her as a writer who has faced online harassment. Blume emphasizes her support for LGBTQIA+ rights and calls anything to the contrary "total bullshit."
Author Judy Blume clarifies her stance on J.K. Rowling's controversial opinions on the trans community, stating that she supports the trans community and disagrees with anyone who does not fully support equality and acceptance for LGBTQIA+ people. Blume's comments in a recent interview about standing behind Rowling "100 percent" were taken out of context, and she took to Twitter to clarify her position. Rowling has been at the center of controversy for her opinions on the trans community.
Author Judy Blume clarifies her statement in support of J.K. Rowling, stating that her quotes were taken out of context and that she fully supports the trans community. Blume emphasizes the importance of empathy and literature in understanding experiences different from one's own. She vehemently disagrees with anyone who does not fully support equality and acceptance for LGBTQIA+ people.