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Civil rights 2013: a cautionary tale from Alabama

August 23, 2013 By Scott Douglas

In July of 1963, I was preparing for my senior year at Nashville's Pearl High School. For me, news about the civil rights movement became an unsettling blend of darkest tragedies and heady victories.

Coming out is still risky in Tennessee

July 23, 2012 By James Raines

For many workers in Tennessee, reporting a case of discrimination based on sexual orientation would seriously risk their personal safety.

Tennessee Gov. Haslam cuts budget short

November 3, 2011 By James Raines

Considering the many cuts found in the Governor's budget, some wonder why he continues to spend public funds by ordering the arrest of peaceful protesters at Occupy Nashville

Facing outrage, corporations belatedly pull support for anti-gay law

May 24, 2011 By Ryan C. Ebersole

Companies that belong to the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce, and even the Chamber itself, are backing off from the Chamber's suppport for anti-gay legislation signed by Republican Gov. Bill Haslam on Monday.

Business group pushed Tennessee to pass anti-gay bill

May 23, 2011 By Ryan C. Ebersole

The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce and Industry, whose members include Nissan, AT&T, FedEx, Comcast, DuPont, Pfizer, Blue Cross Blue Shield and others, actively supported the measure.