Washington Post – Politics:
As chaos churns around her, the House clerk keeps the chamber in order
Author: Anne Branigin
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Tina Kotek’s historic campaign meets Oregon at a crossroads
Washington Post – Politics:
Tina Kotek, who helped make Oregon a progressive bastion, could become one of the country’s first out lesbian governors. In 2022, does that hurt her chances?
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Meet Becca Balint, the first woman Vermont could send to Congress — ever
Washington Post – Politics:
If elected, Becca Balint will be the first woman to represent the state in Congress, as well as the first out queer person to do so.
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Memories of pre-Roe America, from people who were there
Washington Post – Politics:
The period was defined by stigma around sex, as well as limited access to contraception and abortions for women.
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Florida memo on gender-affirming care runs counter to federal guidance
Washington Post – Politics:
The memo directly contradicts guidance from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on gender transition, as well as best practices as outlined by the country’s largest medical organizations.
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In final hour, Ala. lawmakers pass bills curbing rights of trans kids
Washington Post – Politics:
On the last day of its session, the Alabama legislature passed a bill criminalizing gender-affirming care for transgender minors and another that establishes bathroom restrictions.