LGBTQ+ Ohioans testify for the first time and encounter ‘bullying’ from the lawmakers elected to represent them

They stepped up to respectfully participate in the legislative process and ran headfirst into the ‘truly shameful behavior’ of Republican Rep. Josh Williams.

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Want to tell Ohio legislators how you feel about policy? Here’s one way to do it.

Testifying in Ohio legislative committees vital to democracy, advocates say.

Doctors can refuse to treat LGBTQ+ patients in several states…including Ohio

These religious exemption laws lead to drops in HIV testing.

Judge: Ohio teacher can’t be anonymous in lawsuit against Little Miami School District over removal of anti-hate poster

GLAAD extremism watchdog says judge’s demand is “difficult” given “clear risk to the plaintiff”

AudioThis News is So Gay (4/22/26): Exploring LGBTQ+ Safe Spaces and a Mythical Place Called Golf Manor

Featuring: Adam Rhodes (Investigative Reporters and Editors) and Susan Tebben (The Ohio Capital Journal).

There’s a name for secretly removing a condom during sex without consent: stealthing

Nonconsensual condom removal and other forms of reproductive coercion can have grave consequences, but few states offer recourse for survivors.

Case Western Reserve University honors Ugandan human rights leader

Frank Mugisha will be awarded the Inamori International Center for Ethics and Excellence and deliver remarks on Sept. 17-18.

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