Tag: discrimination
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Hey Pence, I Am Gay, and I Deserve to Live
Get Pregnant Fast When Donald Trump ascended to the presidency, some of my acquaintances tried to reassure me with claims of his support for LGBTQ rights. They shared images of him holding the rainbow flag, suggesting he was a true ally who would keep Vice President Mike Pence in check. They believed that Pence, despite…
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Black Female Students Face Disproportionate Punishment for Dress Code Violations
Get Pregnant Fast In recent discussions surrounding school dress codes, a troubling trend has emerged, revealing that black female students are subjected to harsher punishments for dress code violations compared to their peers. A comprehensive report released by the National Women’s Law Center, titled “Dress Coded: Black Girls, Bodies, and Bias in D.C. Schools,” highlights…
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Republicans Attempt to Silence Maxine Waters, but She Stands Firm
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent House discussion focused on discrimination, Republican Congressman Jake Thompson attempted to undermine Representative Maxine Waters, but she was more than ready to respond. The incident, captured in a powerful video, showcases Waters’ unwavering resolve as she refuses to yield even a moment of her time. During the debate on…
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Students Challenge School’s Policy on Hair Braids
Get Pregnant Fast In a controversial move, a charter school in Massachusetts has faced backlash after suspending two female students for wearing braids, resulting in their removal from sports teams and barring them from attending prom. The incident has sparked a heated debate about the implications of school dress codes and their potential discriminatory effects…
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Betsy DeVos Remains Non-Committal on Safeguarding LGBTQ Students in Private Schools
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent Senate hearing, U.S. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos refrained from assuring that private schools receiving federal funds will not discriminate against LGBTQ students. During a session with the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, DeVos stated that the Department of Education would not allocate funds…
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Trump’s Medical Policy Instills Fear in LGBTQ+ Parents
Get Pregnant Fast Trump’s healthcare policies have become a source of anxiety for LGBTQ+ parents, as illustrated by the troubling experiences of many families. A case that surfaced from Michigan in 2015 exemplifies this fear. A couple, Sarah and Jamie, had carefully selected Dr. Melissa Bright as their child’s pediatrician, fully aware of their same-sex…
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Education Department Will No Longer Address Complaints from Transgender Students Regarding Bathroom Access
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent development, the Department of Education has officially stated that it will no longer investigate complaints from transgender students who assert they have been denied access to restrooms that align with their gender identity. This announcement, made by spokesperson Michael Adams, highlights a significant shift in policy, indicating that when…