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The Chimes

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The Chimes

The Parental Rights in Education bill perpetuates a narrative of shame

The Parental Rights in Education bill perpetuates a narrative of shame
Rather than causing further discrimination to harm the queer community, it is important to offer further resources to all students.
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor April 8, 2022

Florida lawmakers passed the Parental Rights in Education bill, which set a precedent for prohibiting discussions about sexual orientation and gender identity in public schools. In response, Winter Park High School student Will Larkins led a peaceful demonstration to show that the Florida legislation...

Equality Act and LGBTQ rights may defund Christian universities

Equality Act and LGBTQ rights may defund Christian universities
Transgender rights are debated as the Senate reviews the Equality Act.
Natalie Willis, Editor-in-Chief March 12, 2021

On March 3, the United States Senate received the Equality Act, a bill that prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity in public accommodations and facilities, education, federal funding, employment, housing, credit, and the jury system. The act seeks to expand upon the...

President Biden’s first week in office shows a shift in policy direction

President Biden’s first week in office shows a shift in policy direction
An overlook at the 33 executive orders signed by the Biden administration since Jan. 20.
Natalie Willis, Editor-in-Chief January 27, 2021

After being sworn into office on Jan. 20, President Joe Biden has reversed several Trump-era regulations. These executive actions taken by Biden over his first six days established changes to immigration policies, environmental protections and most recently scrapped a Trump administration policy on the...

Students and protesters challenge pending Title IX exemption

Students and protesters challenge pending Title IX exemption
Biolans’ Equal Ground and Soulforce come together to raise concerns regarding students’ LGBTQ rights.
Melissa Hedrick, Writer February 9, 2016
Biolans’ Equal Ground and Soulforce come together to raise concerns regarding students’ LGBTQ rights.

Christians overlook trans issues

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The Christian must consider trans issues by staying informed and looking to Scripture.
Jacqueline Lewis, Writer September 15, 2015
The Christian must consider trans issues by staying informed and looking to Scripture.