You’re (Possibly) Not Fired! Donald Trump Signals Support for LGBT Nondiscrimination Protections: VIDEO

Presidential hopeful and reality tv star Donald Trump has voiced his support for nondiscrimination protections for gay employees.

Speaking on Meet the Press yesterday, Trump said being gay should not be a reason for companies to fire workers.

Trump wasn’t pushed for details by host Chuck Todd and the issue of protections for transgender workers was not raised.

The former Apprentice star went on to say he would deport undocumented immigrants who were brought to the U.S. as children. He also said he would block federal funding for Planned Parenthood, would not raise the minimum wage and condemned the recent nuclear arms treaty with Iran, saying it would lead to a “nuclear holocaust”.

Back in June, Trump ballsed up an attempt to justify how he can support “traditional marriage” when he has been married three times.

Watch the interview below [discrimination comments come around 27:00 mark] –

[h/t The Advocate]

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Same-Sex Couples In Maryland Now Have 'Divorce Equality'

Gays and lesbians who cheat on their spouses now can be sued for divorce for committing adultery.

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Bil Browning

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Kris Jenner Confronts Caitlyn About Their Marriage In Teary 'I Am Cait' Teaser

Kris Jenner confronts Caitlyn about their relationship in an upcoming episode of “I Am Cait,” saying she feels like she was just a “distraction.” 

In the teaser shared by E!, a teary-eyed Kris sits in front of Caitlyn while discussing their 22-year marriage, which ended in 2013. 

“You’re sensitive and amazing to all these new people in your life,” she says. “You’re just not so sensitive and amazing to the family that you left behind.” 

“I try to do everything I can — be nice, reach out,” Caitlyn responds. “You have to understand it from my perspective. Be an ally when it comes to dealing with the kids.” 

But Kris breaks down: “When you feel like you gave your whole life to somebody, and the sum of it all was you were a distraction …” 

Both Khloe and Kim Kardashian confronted Caitlyn about her Vanity Fair profile from the July 2015 issue, in which she candidly discussed her marriage to Kris and what drove them apart. Caitlyn, however, stood by the interview. 

“The Vanity Fair article was interesting to do, because it was the first time I ever really had the opportunity to be absolutely truthful with a reporter about every aspect of my life,” the 65-year-old said. “It was an honest article, and sometimes when you’re honest it can be upsetting to some people.”

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My gay Norfolk: Alessio Pagliano on the UK’s most historic county

I’ve lived here since… July 2005. I was born and grew up in Italy. I decided to move to the UK for a number of different reasons. I was keen to confront myself with a different culture and improve my English.

I stayed because… Norwich is a beautiful and safe town, full of stunning buildings and churches. With over 1500 heritage buildings from every British era, Norwich’s historical pedigree is unsurpassed. And it’s strategically placed for exploring the unspoiled beauty of the Norfolk countryside. I decided to buy my own property with a large beautiful garden which is keeping me constantly busy and I’m always looking at the next little project (building vegetable beds and chicken coop, refurbishing the pond and so on…). I also met the most amazing man in the world, my soulmate. We are truly and deeply in love and often travel together – this year, we celebrated our birthdays in Borneo and Malaysia.

My favourite queer bar has to be… the (gay-owned) Lollards for its rich character and good attitude. It’s easy to have a chat and a laugh here, and age/shape doesn’t preclude that! You don’t need to be under 30, wear designer clothes or spend 6 days a week in the gym. You will very often find a very good mix of people in there and people of all ages and shapes.

Here in Norwich, I always look forward… spring and summer, as that’s when I can enjoy the beach, the broads and have barbecues and cocktail evenings in the garden. During this period the garden is full of flowers and the veg beds produce a lot!

For date night I head to… Shiki Japanese Restaurant as the quality of the food is amazing. The tempura is the best in the world! Book in advance for a table in the Teppan-Yaki room.

Norwich’s best building is undoubtedly… the Christian Cathedral, a real gem and one of the finest examples of Romanesque architecture in Europe. Its award-winning refectory is something not to be missed. I would strongly recommend a visit to be planned at around 5.30pm for the Evensong, to enjoy their very good choir.

The best thing about the neighborhood I live in is… the fact everyone is ever so friendly and the area extremely quiet and nice. I love the fact that it’s only 10 minutes from the city center and the only sounds you tend to hear are the birds singing. There aren’t any tall buildings around as luckily the area comprises of bungalows only and the large garden is secluded and offers lots of privacy, which was a must for me

For a romantic meal, I head to… the Wildebeest with no hesitation!  Fine cuisine where food looks very good and tastes even better. Warm tones, wicker furniture and African artifacts give an exotic touch to the traditional pub exterior and every single plate is unique and very special. Of course, it’s featured in Michelin guides!

For a day trip, we head to… Holkham. It’s a beautiful national nature reserve that comprises a number of rare and precious habitats including salt marsh, sand dunes, pine woodland, beach and grazing marsh. I love its beautiful naturist beach and nature walk and the nearby Holkham Hall and Park deserves a visit as it is a member of the Treasure Houses (consisting of ten of the most magnificent places, houses and castles in England today).

For culture, you can’t miss… the Sainsbury’s Centre for Visual Arts, which is one of the most prominent university art galleries in Britain. The Sainsbury families’ significant donation of the art collection are, together with the Anderson Collection of Art Nouvea and the University’s Abstract Collection, permanent collections.

My favorite place to people-watch is… the Forum, which is a modern glass building among classic Norwich buildings. The library, shop, bar and restaurant attract lots of people and the nearby steps are one of city’s most popular socializing and meeting points. The best spot is definitely the first floor, where you can have a drink/pizza at very reasonable price and enjoy the view and the world go by.

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Japanese Marriage Equality Advocate Meets with HRC

Last week, HRC staff met with Hideyuki Nishimura, a Japanese LGBT advocate from the organization Equal Marriage Alliance (EMA) Japan.
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Is Vaping Really Healthier Than Smoking? AsapScience Investigates: VIDEO

The guys behind AsapScience have finally answered pressing questions regarding which is healthier for smoking enthusiasts: vaping or smoking?

AsapScience finds that although vaping eliminates many of the harmful effects of regular smoking, it still comes with its own set of harmful side effects and  as yet to undergo thorough, longterm scientific studies.

Watch and learn below:

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9 Things Freshman Orientation Doesn't Tell You About Queer People

Congratulations! You are a high school graduate and will now move on to the awesomeness that is college. One of the best parts about college is meeting people who may not be exactly like you. There’s also a chance you might have a classmate, teammate or fellow dorm-mate that could be queer, lesbian, gay, bisexual or trans. 

Navigating campus as a queer person can sometimes be difficult, too, from expressing your sexual or gender identity to telling others you identify as LGBTQ  

But whether you’re straight, cisgender or somewhere along the queer spectrum, here are some do’s and don’ts regarding sexual orientation and gender that were probably left out of freshman orientation. 

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Op-ed: LGBT Americans Found a Hero in Julian Bond

The former state legislator and NAACP chairman fought for everybody.

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Chad Griffin

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How I Learned To Live Again After The Loss Of My Only Sibling

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First gay UK rugby league star Keegan Hirst: ‘It shouldn’t be taboo for sportsmen to come out’

The first gay British rugby league star Keegan Hirst has said it shouldn’t be a taboo for sportsmen to come out.

Reflecting on the huge amount of support since he came out yesterday (16 August), the 27-year-old Batley Bulldogs captain has said he is ‘humbled’ and the reaction is ‘overwhelming’.

In his match yesterday, he said he received nothing but a positive response from his teammates, the opposition, the club and the fans.

Speaking to the BBC, Hirst said Batley is a little town not far from Leeds where ‘everybody knows everybody and everybody knows everybody else’s business’.

‘There’s not any gay people in Batley. Well, not that I know of! I thought it would be a bit of a taboo, bit of an issue, but I’ve got nothing but support and well wishes from the players and the club. Social media has gone mad. It’s really overwhelming and quite humbling.’

When asked how his teammates reacted, he said he told two of his closest friends on the team first. One, Hirst said, told him he had ‘known all along’.

Hirst said by coming out, he hopes to break down stereotypes.

‘[I came out because] I had a change of outlook. It was how I perceived myself and how I perceived being gay,’ he added.

‘We’re living in a society where it’s no longer a problem. In sport it’s still a bit of a taboo but judging by the feedback I’ve had it’s not that big of a taboo anymore. I don’t want to go on a crusade but I hope to pave the way for others to feel comfortable in their own skin, and by doing this, hopefully make others feel better about being open about who they are.’

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