Robert Rowley, a self-described Zionist and centrist Democrat, has made posts degrading Muslims, threatened Jewish Democratic members, and has a history of incendiary conduct. Democrats can’t get rid of him.
Despite HB 4117’s exceptions for peaceful protest, its opponents and even some supporters are worried the bill could cause a free speech chilling effect.
With the fear of more LGBTQ+ rights restrictions, possible discrimination, and a culture that appears to be labeling diversity as a threat, Democratic lawmakers are scrambling for how to help fix it.
An email sent Friday by Chancellor Steven Gonzalez laid out an initiative to remove pronouns, alter bathroom signage, and do away with all staff-led groups related to diversity and equity.
While advocates advised families of queer youth to stop showing up at the Capitol for fear of being sought out and investigated, others continue to have their voices heard in hearings.
Prisma Community Care and eight other clinics say the executive orders forcing them to ignore trans identities and dismantle diversity programs are unconstitutional.
Last week, Prisma Community Care resumed providing gender-affirming healthcare for their youth patients, while Phoenix Children's remains quiet on their next moves.
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