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The Long Road to Acceptance

June 16th, 2016

As we reflect on the tragedy in Orlando with heavy hearts, it’s only natural to look for answers. Why did this happen? Some point to lax gun control laws, and others the rise in Islamic terrorism. Continue Reading »

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Righteous Indignation - The ULC Response to the Orlando Shooting

June 13th, 2016

We, like millions of others throughout the United States, are sad, angry, and scared. On Sunday morning we learned of the devastating terrorist attack in Orlando, Florida. Continue Reading »

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Is It Time for Disney's First Gay Princess?

May 25th, 2016

Could we soon see Disney's first lesbian princess? Princesses usually end up falling in love with a prince charming. Never before has a princess been a member of the LGBT community – but that could soon change. Continue Reading »

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Obama Takes a Stand for Transgender Youth

May 20th, 2016

By now everyone has heard about the ongoing debate over transgender bathroom policy, and now, President Obama's given his opinion on the subject, directing schools to allow trans students to use their preferred restroom. Continue Reading »

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Should the Methodist Church Accept Gay People?

May 11th, 2016

The United Methodist Church is currently facing some difficult questions on the issue of homosexuality. While most Protestants have become more accepting in recent years, the Methodist Church continues to condemn it. Continue Reading »

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Transgender Bathroom Policy: What Should Be Done?

April 22nd, 2016

Last year, the Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage in all 50 states. It was a huge victory for the LGBT community, and represented the culmination of a decades-long campaign for marriage equality. While the fight for full equality is far from over, some Continue Reading »

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Chick-Fil-A and How Politics Mix With Business

April 19th, 2016

It can be advantageous to associate your business with a political stance. It's a great way to distinguish your brand. Loudly voicing an opinion is also quintessentially American. However, you should tread carefully. Continue Reading »

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Pope Francis Makes It Clear: Gay Marriage "Not in God's Plan"

April 13th, 2016

Pope Francis recently published a highly-anticipated paper about Catholic values, and while many expected a more progressive stance on same-sex marriage, he came down firmly opposed. Continue Reading »

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Are Men and Women Equal?

April 6th, 2016

Equality is a tricky concept. Just because two people are equal does not mean they are the same. Let’s take men and women, for example. No matter how you look at it, men and women are inherently different. Continue Reading »

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Religious Freedom Legislation: Admirable or Ignorant?

March 16th, 2016

The debate surrounding the scope of religious freedom has become increasingly contentious over the past year. With the legalization of same-sex marriage by the Supreme Court, it’s a topic that has received national attention as individual states have introdu Continue Reading »

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