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Marissa Higgins


Marissa Higgins is the editor of Green Matters. Her work has appeared in the Washington Post, Slate, Salon, NPR, and elsewhere.

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Tim Kaine spent inauguration day marrying a lesbian couple

The senator suggested the date himself.

On Jan 26, 2017 by Marissa Higgins

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No one has inquired about this adorable shelter dog—because she’s intersex

Jodie's owner abandoned her, and now she needs a loving home.

On Jan 25, 2017 by Marissa Higgins

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These are the states most at risk for anti-LGBTQ policies in 2017

40 anti-LGBTQ bills have already been proposed this year.

On Jan 24, 2017 by Marissa Higgins

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John Kerry’s apology to LGBTQ community disappears as protections under Trump remain uncertain

Trump's press secretary says he 'doesn't know' if the president will rescind discrimination protections.

On Jan 24, 2017 by Marissa Higgins

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Pennsylvania vows to ban LGBTQ conversion therapy

5 other states have already made the practice illegal.

On Jan 23, 2017 by Marissa Higgins

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17 women’s march signs that were proudly, loudly queer

Because women's marches are not just about our cis-ters.

On Jan 23, 2017 by Marissa Higgins

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More people are identifying as LGBTQ than ever before

While most of them are millennials, older 'out' gays are on the decline.

On Jan 21, 2017 by Marissa Higgins

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LGBT page gone from WhiteHouse.gov

But don't panic just yet.

On Jan 20, 2017 by Marissa Higgins

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It’s official: Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy are a couple

Gotham is about to get a whole lot of Pride flags.

On Jan 20, 2017 by Marissa Higgins

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Every question about the Women’s March on Washington answered

Don't forget to bring a phone charger.

On Jan 20, 2017 by Marissa Higgins

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Home of LGBTQ activist becomes historic landmark in North Carolina

It's an LGBTQ win in a state known for its controversial trans bathroom bill.

On Jan 17, 2017 by Marissa Higgins

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‘Batman’ comic series introduces a trans character, written by a trans writer

Batman is now officially a trans ally.

On Jan 17, 2017 by Marissa Higgins

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Get ready for a massive queer dance party outside Mike Pence’s house

An LGBTQ group in D.C. has organized a fun, peaceful protest for Wednesday.

On Jan 17, 2017 by Marissa Higgins