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Religious Leaders Speak Out for GLBT Rights
This week, hundreds of clergy members from all 50 states are in Washington, D.C., lobbying in support of fairness for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender Americans. These faith leaders are urging Congress to pass laws preventing hate crimes and employment discrimination against GLBT people.
Key Bill Would Fight Hate Crimes
This week, a bill was introduced in the Senate that would give law enforcement officials the tools they need to investigate hate crimes motivated by the victim’s sexual orientation or gender identity.
Online Photo Exhibit: Fighting Hate Violence
A hate crime is committed every hour in the United States. This powerful online photo exhibit tells the stories of Americans of different backgrounds, beliefs and status who all share a common tragedy — they were attacked for being who they are.
Stop Hate Violence
Federal hate crimes laws don’t protect GLBT Americans — yet. Help give local law enforcement agencies extra tools and resources they need to prevent and combat hate violence.
New Gallup Poll Shows 68 Percent Of Americans Support Hate Crimes Bill Before Congress
Poll Shows Overwhelming Support Includes Majority of Republicans, Conservatives, and Religious Voters
North Carolina House Of Representatives Approves School Violence Prevention Act
Bill Would Require Public Schools to Adopt Anti-Bullying Policies, Including Protections for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Students