Support for Miss. equality as ‘Religious Freedom Restoration Act’ takes effect

There is strong support for equality in Mississippi despite the state’s “Religious Freedom Restoration Act” which took effect yesterday. Since January, eight cities have passed equality resolutions recognizing the dignity and worth of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people. “This is proof that the people of Mississippi are further ahead than their leaders at…

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Burger King unveils a digital short film celebrating self-expression (VIDEO)

http://youtu.be/qBkAAortU_g MIAMI – Burger King Worldwide, Inc. is broadcasting a widespread message in support of self-expression with a digital film launching today on Youtube. The film was created at a Burger King restaurant at the heart of the San Francisco Pride Parade route where a limited edition Proud Whopper Sandwich was added to the menu. Guests who ordered the…

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Economist Lee Badgett battles homophobia with economic, not sociological, data

The myth that gay men and lesbian women are economically better off is so pervasive in society that it is largely taken for granted that they are. That they have larger disposable incomes, fewer children and are better-educated has become a staple of gay lore. But economist Lee Badgett has spent the better part of…

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