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The Spectrum

The Spectrum

著者： Linda Thomas-Fowler
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 The Spectrum is a podcast looking at issues important to the LGBT communities. If you don't happen to associate with one of those letters that's ok! This show is aimed at helping people outside those communities understand just how important these issues are and why we need your support. 政治・政府
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  • Politicial Parties Are Evil

    Politicial Parties Are Evil
    2025/06/30
    In this episode, we examine the mid-year state of LGBT+ rights, starting locally in Shenandoah County and expanding to national and international developments—including rising anti-trans policies, Supreme Court decisions undermining protections, and global rollbacks of LGBT+ freedoms. The second half delivers a hard-hitting critique of the U.S. political system, arguing that both major political parties prioritize power over people and systematically subvert the Constitution through gerrymandering, party-line voting, and weakened checks and balances. The video calls for deep structural reforms, including ranked choice voting and eliminating the Electoral College, while urging voters to hold politicians accountable and reclaim democracy from party control.
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    17 分
  • The Supreme Court Upholds Tennessee's Ban on Gender Affirming Care for Min

    The Supreme Court Upholds Tennessee's Ban on Gender Affirming Care for Min
    2025/06/18
    In this urgent episode of The Spectrum (recorded June 18, 2025), we break down the devastating news from the Supreme Court. By a 6-3 decision, the Court has upheld Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for minors. This isn't just a blow for transgender children in Tennessee, but for those in 25 other states facing similar bans. We discuss how this decision, much like historical rulings on slavery and segregation, appears to defy logic, legal precedent, and the Constitution itself, seemingly driven by prejudice rather than justice. The potential consequences are dire: families forced to relocate, the risk of unlicensed care, and tragically, an increased risk of suicide among vulnerable youth. This ruling, alongside other recent Court decisions, signals a worrying trend. The only clear path forward, we argue, is at the ballot box. It's a call to action for progressive politicians to stand firm on their principles and for all of us to ensure no one is left behind in the fight for equality. Link to CNN coverage: https://www.cnn.com/2025/06/18/politics/supreme-court-upholds-tennessees-ban-on-gender-affirming-care-for-trans-youth
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    4 分
  • Housekeeping

    Housekeeping
    2025/06/16
    We’ve streamlined how you can enjoy The Spectrum: now, you can watch on YouTube, listen as an audio podcast, or subscribe through our brand-new website at spectrumpodcast.org. Thanks to open-source software, the audio podcast feed is now generated automatically from YouTube—so you’ll always get the latest episodes, whichever way you listen. There are now three easy ways to stay updated: subscribe on our website for email notifications, follow us on YouTube, or use your favorite podcast app with our new RSS feed. All options are free, and your email will never be shared. The Spectrum is ad-free and not-for-profit. Any revenue beyond costs will go to LGBT+ support organizations. Be sure to check out the new website for transcripts, episode links, and more!
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    3 分

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