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EQTX launches pro-trans ads during Gov. Abbott’s State of the State address
While Governor Abbott was delivering his 2025 State of the State address, Equality Texas was rolling out a statewide ad campaign. Most Texans say they’ve never met a trans person, so this was our chance to break the ice and share the stories of 3 trans people (Ashton, Gio, Nadya)
Remembering Sheila Jackson Lee
Today, we reflect on the profound legacy of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, a tireless advocate for equality and justice. Her passing leaves a void in our hearts but also a powerful reminder of the impact one person can have on countless lives. Congresswoman Jackson Lee stood at the forefront of
Texas Drag Throughout History
The Politics of Texas Drag in 2024 The Texas Legislature introduced hundreds of bills targeting the LGBTQIA+ community in 2023 and 2024. Senate Bill 12 stands out as a law that described drag as a “sexual” and inappropriate performance restricted to viewers over 18 years old. The law seeks to