Passage of HB 1069 comes as last year’s Don’t Say LGBTQ law wreaks havoc on Florida’s schools & drives educators & families from the state
Anyone found in violation can be slapped with a Class A misdemeanor charge, face a $2,500 fine and/or up to a year behind bars
LGBTQ advocates & drag performers said the bill will target vulnerable communities and may have a chilling effect on artistic performances
Libs of TikTok Twitter account with 1.7 million followers constantly demeans, attacks, and pushes disinformation about the LGBTQ community
Chris Rufo is known for his attacks on Critical Race Theory and spreading the “groomer” slur against gay and trans people
Tucker Carlson nods along as Chaya Raichik says that LGBTQ people are all 'evil pedophiles' recruiting to a 'cult'
The anti-LGBTQ+ groups shouted out homophobic slurs “pedophile!” & “groomer!” Some among the far-right extremists also open-carrying firearms
"California will never be a 'don't say gay state. There are laws in place that would stop that from happening, and they are holding strong"
Some domestic violent extremists who have conducted attacks have cited previous attacks and attackers as inspiration
"I applaud Florida for enacting this measure, & call on my colleagues to follow their lead & do the right thing to protect our children"