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The ugly face of Religion-based Bigotry

Bryan Fischer, the host of “Focal Point,” a Christian radio talk show, seeks to make his opposition to gay rights the official stance of the Republican Party. Continue reading

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Dr. Robert Spitzer Discusses Retracting His Infamous ‘Ex-Gay’ Study

This exclusive interview is the first time Spitzer has been videotaped speaking in-depth about his change of heart. Continue reading

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Bill would ban therapy to ‘convert’ gay youths

SB1172 by Sen. Ted Lieu, D-Torrance (Los Angeles County), would make it illegal for therapists and psychologists to provide so-called sexual orientation change therapy – also known as conversion or reorientation therapy – to minors and require them to obtain written consent from adults who wish to undergo the counseling. Continue reading

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Gay Teen ‘Conversion’ Therapy May Be Banned In California

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A first-of-its-kind ban on a controversial form of psychotherapy aimed at making gay people straight is speeding through the California statehouse. Continue reading

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Peter Drake: Why I Got Involved With Soulforce

In this video board member Peter Drake shares why he got involved with Soulforce, coming out to his family, and why this work is important. Continue reading

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Ten Reasons Why Gay Rights Is a Religious Issue

Ten very important reasons why Gay rights should be advocated taken up by the church.
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