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Seven Anti-LGBT Laws That Remain on Texas’ Books

Democrats again seek to repeal discriminatory measures, but LGBT advocates say it’s unlikely.

by John Wright

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Observatory Podcast No. 1: Chance

by Jen Reel and Patrick Michels

Texas Same-Sex Marriage Lawyers Seek $740,000 in Fees, Costs from State

by John Wright

Keller School Board Met Illegally Ahead of LGBT Protections Vote, Experts Say

by John Wright

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About Those Nondiscrimination Ordinances…

by John Wright

May 28, 2015

With Anti-Gay Marriage Resolution, Dan Patrick Accepts Defeat

by Christopher Hooks

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Cons-Queer-Acy? Petition to Repeal Houston ERO Fails

by Jo DePrang

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Jun 07, 2014

Backs to the Future


At the Texas Republican Party’s convention in Fort Worth, it’s 2010 again.



by Christopher Hooks

Mar 14, 2014

State of Texas: The Shift Toward Gay Rights

by Mikaela Rodriguez

Dec 18, 2013

Shock! Harris County GOP Chair Sues Over Gay Spousal Benefits

by Jo DePrang

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Nov 20, 2013

Two Big Gains for Gay Rights in Houston

by Jo DePrang

Nov 12, 2013

After Shady Campaign, Houston Community College Foe Becomes Trustee

by Jo DePrang

Sep 05, 2013

UPDATED: San Antonio Passes LGBT Non-Discrimination Ordinance

by Forrest Wilder

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