Anti-LGBTQ legislation is on the rise and political leaders behind landmark bills in Florida and Texas claim these actions are to protect children. Meanwhile, Russia has launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Behind each of these actions lie reasons that are Worth Noting.

Links:

“Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' bill advances in the House” (NBC News, Feb. 23, 2022)

“Texas Gov. Greg Abbott orders state agency to treat gender-affirming care as child abuse” (Austin American-Stateman, Feb. 24, 2022)

“Russia invades Ukraine live updates: Biden announces new sanctions” (NPR, Feb. 25, 2022)

Sources consulted:

“Ukraine conflict: What we know about the invasion“ (BBC News, Feb. 24, 2022)

“Ukraine crisis: Is Russia waging an information war?” (BBC News, Feb. 23, 2022) 

“In the latest flare-up of the crisis in Ukraine...” (@NPR on Instagram, Feb. 24 2022)

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