News Briefs for 07.12.19
Beyond the Carolinas
News briefs from across the globe for 07.12.19.
Why Pride?
How the LGBTQ community came to own the word 'pride'
The word “pride” has become heavily associated with the LGBTQ community. It is the name of the yearly celebration including a festival and a parade for many communities.
‘Take Pride In Your Vote’ registration campaign heats up
Beyond the Carolinas
NextGen America launched its “Take Pride In Your Vote” voter registration campaign in honor of Pride Month.
Remember to Nurture Your Spirit
Spiritual Reflections
Our religious histories have quite an impact on who we are, and our spiritual journeys shape us.
LGBTQ community financial habits, attitudes survey commissioned
Experian Inc. releases partial results
In the run-up to Pride Month 2018, international credit reporting firm Experian Inc. commissioned an online survey to investigate the financial habits and attitudes of LGBTQ individuals.
Wilmington man demands Orange County, Chapel Hill remove rainbow flags
A man who says he ‘specializes’ in ‘debunking transgenderism’ is demanding local governments remove rainbow flags from their properties.
More N.C. locales recognize Pride Month
Two more North Carolina locales have issued official proclamations recognizing LGBTQ Pride Month, following a similar proclamation from Wake County on Monday this week.
Most Recent Articles
- Under the Covers with Michael Croley May 15, 2020The post Under the Covers with Michael Croley appeared first on Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Digital Branch.Landis Wade
- College Visit Canceled! Now What? May 13, 2020The post College Visit Canceled! Now What? appeared first on Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Digital Branch.Shannon Blair
- Charlotte Readers Podcast: Sarah Archer May 12, 2020The post Charlotte Readers Podcast: Sarah Archer appeared first on Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Digital Branch.Landis Wade
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