Homophobic attitudes have fallen in Western Europe and the United States Quoting the text from the source at Our World in Data: >Forty years ago, public views about homosexuality were extremely negative in many rich countries. As the chart shows, back in 1984, one in three Dutch people believed homosexuality was “never or rarely justified”. In Spain and Great Britain, that view was held by the majority. Perhaps most strikingly, three-quarters of Americans thought the same. >Since then, levels of discrimination have plummeted. Today, the share of people in these countries who think that homosexuality is “never or rarely justified” makes up a shrinking minority. That’s good news — everyone should be free to decide for themselves who they are attracted to. >It might sound odd today to ask whether someone else’s sexuality is *justified*. But that’s how the long-running World Values Survey phrased it when they began decades ago. Keeping the phrasing consistent helps show how attitudes have changed, but the fact that it may sound outdated now is, in itself, a reflection of how much has changed. >[Explore responses to this question in more than a hundred countries](https://ourworldindata.org/grapher/share-of-people-who-think-homosexuality-is-never-justified) →

Progress! Homophobia is declining in Western Europe and the US — a hopeful sign for LGBTQ+ rights. 🎉 #LGBTQPlusRights #Progress #SocialChange #GoodNews

#PrideMonth2015 may be over, but our fight for equality continues on.

#transrightsarehumanrights #lgbtqplusrights

Man accused of killing Jonathan Joss ‘maintains his innocence’ lawyer says The lawyer of the neighbor accused of killing Jonathan Joss said on Friday, “We urge the public to withhold judgment”.

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TI: "In a statement obtained by The Independent on Friday,
Otero added, “We urge the public to withhold judgment until all the evidence is disclosed.”

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TI: “Alfonso Otero, Alvarez’s lawyer, said his client “categorically denies any accusations and statements made against him by individuals and the media.”

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The individual who murdered #JonathanJoss claims he's innocent.

I can't tell if the perpetrator is also claiming he didn't admit to shooting Jonathan Joss to the arresting officers.

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(2/3) #JonathanJoss #ZacharyLeard #ChiefWilliamMcManus #HateCrimes #SanAntonioTX #LGBTQPlusRights #Texas

SAEN: “During the Q&A, Joslin Leard said her brother Zachary Leard — a gay man — was gunned down in 2023.”

She was emotional as she told McManus SAPD has not done enough to solve his case."

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SAPD chief walks back claim that Jonathan Joss' death wasn’t hate crime San Antonio Police Chief William McManus said the department spoke prematurely about Jonathan Joss’ death not being a hate crime.

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SAEN: "McManus said the statement was issued too early in their investigation. “And I will own that,” he said.”

🎁 Article: bit.ly/4dTnOQI

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Our phone calls, emails, and other communications voicing our concern over the premature decision to label Jonathan Joss' murder not a hate crime worked. 💪🏽

The investigation into Jonathan Joss' murder remains ongoing.

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I'm relieved to learn SAPD #ChiefWilliamMcManus has withdrawn his initial statement claiming that Jonathan Joss' murder was not a hate crime.

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...for bail unless specific conditions outlined in Section 11a of the #Texas Constitution apply.

Since this individual has been charged with murder, they were eligible for bail, which has been posted.

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We see you, we hear you and we stand with you. Join us June 5th, in partnership with @PrideSanAntonio We join with the family, friends, and fans mourning the murder of Johnathan Joss—a loss felt deeply not just in San Antonio, but around the world by those who knew him through his work and spirit. Although we arrested a suspect, our homicide detectives continue to follow every lead to fully understand what led to this senseless act. In Texas, hate crimes are addressed through penalty enhancements rather than separate charges. This allows for increased punishment when a crime is motivated by bias or prejudice. We're committed to building the strongest case possible for the District Attorney to prosecute. We know that many people in our LGBTQ+ community have questions and may feel especially fearful right now. We invite you to join us and Pride San Antonio at an upcoming community meeting where we'll share updates and listen to your concerns. We see you, we hear you, and we stand with you-today and always.

(2/5) #JonathanJoss #CommunityForum #HateCrime #LGBTQPlusRights #SanAntonioTx #SanAntonioPoliceDepartment #SAPD

The SAPD released a new statement today. It's not the comprehensive statement I was hoping for.

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YOU'RE INVITED Community Forum Hosted by SAPD & Pride San Antonio Location: Woodlawn Pointe - Center of Community, Main Auditorium 702 Donaldson, 78201 17 Date: Thursday, June 5th Time: 6pm Join us for an open and honest conversation with SAPD. JOIN US THURSDAY JUNE 5TH @ 6PM

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Pride San Antonio, in partnership with the SAPD, will hold a Community Forum tomorrow, June 5, 2025, at 6 PM at Woodlawn Pointe - Center of Community, Main Auditorium 702 Donaldson, 78201.

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*Standing Together on IDAHOBIT 2025*

Today, on International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersex-phobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), we reaffirm our commitment to inclusivity, respect, and equality for all.

#IDAHOBIT2025 #LGBTQPlusRights #InclusionMatters #EqualityForAll

Trump's Transphobic Policies Face Backlash
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Elon Musk and other billionaires exploit LGBTQ+ hate for profit, GLAAD CEO tells Davos audience “The billionaires are targeting the most marginalized people in the world,” Sarah Kate Ellis, GLAAD president and CEO, said.

Source: @advocate.com
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human being whose life was snuffed out by subhuman scum, all because of his sexuality! #LGBTQPlusRights ,Freedom and Lives matter and must be supported and not allowed to be erased 🌈❤️
#RememberingMatthewShepard