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Mira Lazine

Mira Lazine is a freelance journalist who covers LGBT issues, politics and science.

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Mira's Latest Articles

Ohio’s anti-LGBTQ+ legislation is the handiwork of larger national hate groups. Here’s how we know.

By Mira Lazine ● Policy/Legislation ● October 31, 2023

A look at the history of HB 68 and the national forces behind it.

Video depicts Ohio Republican lawmaker shoving LGBTQ+ rights protester; other Republicans say it…doesn’t

By Mira Lazine ● Politics ● June 21, 2023

The protester filed a police report with the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSP) to press charges against Rep. Scott Wiggam.

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