News & Commentary about Transgender Rights
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Aug 22, 2013
In Yet Another Act of Courage, Chelsea Manning Comes Out
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Aug 22, 2013
ACLU Response to Chelsea Manning's Disclosure of Gender Dysphoria
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Aug 1, 2013
Beyond Bradley Manning: The Government Has Made Its Point (UPDATED)
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Jun 19, 2013
VICTORY! Social Security Administration Drops Surgery Requirement for Gender Change
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Jun 14, 2013
Oregon Legislature Repeals Surgery Requirement for Gender Change on Birth Certificate
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Jun 7, 2013
Red Lion Area School District Chooses the Low Road
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Jun 5, 2013
VIDEO: 'We Steal Secrets' Director Discusses WikiLeaks, Manning, and More With the ACLU
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May 30, 2013
Feds Settle Lawsuit by Bradley Manning Supporter Over Border Laptop Search