Politics And Lgbtq Rights News

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"Thailand's Parliament Approves Landmark Same-Sex Marriage Bill"

Thailand's lower house of parliament has approved a marriage equality bill, making the country the first in southeast Asia to legalize equal rights for marriage partners of any gender. The bill must now be approved by the senate and endorsed by the Thai king before becoming law. If successful, Thailand will join Taiwan and Nepal as the only countries in Asia to legalize same-sex marriage. The legislation has been in discussion for over a decade, and while there is cause for celebration, some are urging for the elimination of gendered language in the current draft to ensure all rights extend to LGBTI+ persons.

2 years ago•Source: The Guardian

"Protesters Disrupt Jill Biden's Human Rights Campaign Keynote Address in LA"

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1.95 min•2 years ago

"Protesters Disrupt Jill Biden's Human Rights Campaign Keynote Address in LA"

First Lady Jill Biden's keynote speech at the Human Rights Campaign Gala in Los Angeles was disrupted by protestors advocating for a ceasefire in Gaza, with some shouting "Free Palestine" and holding signs. Security removed the protestors, and Biden resumed her speech. The event, a fundraiser for LGBTQ advocacy, also saw earlier protests outside the hotel. The HRC has faced similar disruptions in the past, and its president has issued a statement addressing the ongoing violence in the Middle East.

via Variety