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WA, OR, and MN attorneys general challenge Trump's order to end funding for gender-affirming care
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WA, OR, and MN attorneys general challenge Trump's order to end funding for gender-affirming care

On February 7, Washington Attorney General Nick Brown filed a multistate federal lawsuit to stymie President Trump's executive order that seeks to end federal funding to medical institutions that provide gender-affirming care.

Shoreline Community College staff member harassed with hate speech in all-gender bathroom
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Shoreline Community College staff member harassed with hate speech in all-gender bathroom

Brian Ramos, Shoreline Community College's VP of DEIA, announced on February 3 that a staff member experienced anti-LGBTQ+ harassment by a community member while using one of the school's all-gender restrooms.

Seattle Pride launches grant program as feds rollback DEI initiatives
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Seattle Pride launches grant program as feds rollback DEI initiatives

Seattle Pride recently launched the Seattle Pride Impact Fund, a spruced-up version of its long-standing grant and scholarship program, as DEI initiatives are being rolled back on the federal level.

"Lesbian Home Journal" seeks submissions of women's writing for first issue in 50 years
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"Lesbian Home Journal" seeks submissions of women's writing for first issue in 50 years

It's a good feeling to be able to tell your story to your allies, so we don't lose sight of who we are and who our community is. Also, in these trying times, we want to find meaning in our lives.

A light against the dark: Vashon Island's 'Menorah' of Hope
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A light against the dark: Vashon Island's 'Menorah' of Hope

Off of Seattle's coast, on an island only accessible by ferry, sits Vashon, the Pacific Northwest "Stars Hollow." It's perhaps the definition of a picturesque seaside town, defined by its tight-knit and inclusive community.

More protections for Queer students does not remove rights from other youth
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More protections for Queer students does not remove rights from other youth

Senate Bill 5123 would expand protections for students in public schools by adding four protected classes. Those in opposition claiming that these expansions would remove rights from cisgender girls.

WA Democrats seek to amend Parents Bill of Rights after outcry about harm to LGBTQ+ youth
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WA Democrats seek to amend Parents Bill of Rights after outcry about harm to LGBTQ+ youth

Last year the Parents Bill of Rights, or Initiative 2081, brought forth by the extremist group Moms4Liberty, went into effect despite concerns regarding the outing of LGBTQ+ students. Now democrats are attempting to amend the law.

Jay Inslee reflects on three terms as governor: LGBTQ+ and climate justice wins
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Jay Inslee reflects on three terms as governor: LGBTQ+ and climate justice wins

On January 15, 2025, Bob Ferguson will become Washington's 23rd governor. While Ferguson has some big shoes to fill, Inslee told the Seattle Gay News that he is excited to embrace retirement.

Remembering our beloved Stewart O Kallappa Jr
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Remembering our beloved Stewart O Kallappa Jr

Stewart O Kallappa Jr Passed away on Nov. 17, 2024, in Yakima due to complications of pneumonia. Stewart was born in March of 1957 and lived in Neah Bay, Port Angeles, Bothell and Central Seattle.

Footprint Wine Tap and Pink Moon Farm are "Queer to Stay"
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Footprint Wine Tap and Pink Moon Farm are "Queer to Stay"

The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) recently awarded Footprint Wine Tap and Pink Moon Farm grants through its fifth annual "Queer to Stay" program, which focuses on the preservation of LGBTQ+ owned businesses.

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