There have been a lot of stories about the Idaho Legislature’s stance about LGBT ( lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender). For nine years, the LGBD community has sought equal protection using the Idaho Civil Rights Act. For years, the LGBT community, friends, loved ones, etc. have used this tag line: "Add the Words" in reference adding four words, 'sexual orientation' and 'gender identity,' to Idaho’s Human Rights Act This year, the Idaho House State Affairs Committee finally granted the hearing. The three days of testimony was heart wrenching. The committee did not support the legislation but this was a step in the right direction. It is sad that in general, Republican have the perception of NOT supporting the LGBT community. I have always voted Republican. But it seems I am “out of touch” because I am an economic conservative and a social liberal. Most of my Republican friends ...
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