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The Atlanta Journal Constitution stated this morning that GOP Governor Nathan Deal will veto the anti-LGBT 'religious liberty' bill that made headlines last week. Here is what the report said: "Gov. Nathan Deal said he will veto the 'religious liberty' bill that triggered a wave of criticism from gay rights groups and business leaders and presented him with one of the most consequential challenges he’s faced since his election to Georgia’s top office. The measure doesn’t reflect the character of our state or the character of its people." Gov Deal also mentioned to his fellow republicans that the world is changing around them, and that they need to take a deep breath. Deal had a lot of pressure from both sides of the fence. There was a threat from his fellow republicans of an override to the veto if he agreed to veto the bill. He was also pressured by business leaders and gay rights groups to veto the bill. As of right now, the anti-lgbt bill...

Republicans recently presented a bill to Georgia Governor Nathan Deal that would protect (christian) religious freedom. In this bill, faith-based organizations would have the option to deny services to individuals in the LGBT community. This bill has gotten the attention of Hollywood, and everyone else around the world. Many companies have expressed their disdain and disappointment in the bill. -The Weinstein Company is supposed to film a Richard Pryor biopic later this year. A statement released by the production company said that it would end its plans for filming if the bill is signed into law. It would instead relocate to another state. -Time Warner released a statement Thursday, asking for Governor Deal to exercise his veto of bill HB 757. -21st Century Fox also released a statement, urging Governor Deal to veto the bill. -Other companies, such as: Comcast, Discovery Communications, Sony Pictures, Starz, and Lionsgates also asked for a vetoing of the bill. Howe...

On Thursday, the National Basketball Association threatened to pull its 2017 all-star game in Charlotte after NC governor Pat McCrory signed a LGBT discrimination law into effect. In a tweet from the NBA's Twitter account, the organization expressed concern that the "discriminatory law runs counter to our guiding principles of equality and mutual respect." The association also stated that it is dedicated to "creating an inclusive environment to all who attend our games and events." There is no word on when the NBA will make an official decision about the 2017 NBA all-star game. My Two Cents I am so glad that the NBA is standing up for the LGBT community. I hope that the NBA makes the decision to relocate to a city that is more supportive of ALL walks of life.  Sound off: Do you support the NBA's threat to relocate the all-star games? Where should they relocate to?

Republican governor Pat McCrory signed a bill on Wednesday night that will allow for LGBT discrimination throughout North Carolina. The bill also revokes the right for transgender individuals to use a bathroom based on gender identity. Lawmakers voted 83-25 on this bill. Democratic Senators staged a walkout while this bill was being discussed. The bill was voted on again, without any Democrats voting. The result was unanimously in favor of passing the bill, 32-0. This bill also mandates that state lawmakers can pass laws regarding employment discrimination, minimum wages, and using public accommodations (this goes against federal law). After word of this law was released, social media erupted in anger and opposition. Gov. McCrory stood by his bill, which will take effect immediately, on April 1. My Two Cents: As a member of the LGBT community, this bill saddens me. My brothers and sisters in this community now have no rights if they go to NC. Moreover, my transgender...