The Trump administration had a detrimental impact on LGBTQ+ rights by rolling back protections and supporting religious exemptions that allowed discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals. Looking ahead to the 2024 election, The Heritage Foundation has published Project 2025, a 920-page extremist policy agenda and staffing blueprint with conservative ideals, for the next Republican administration to swiftly implement upon taking office in January 2025.In this episode, we’re dissecting the Heritage Foundation's conservative influence, including its significant impact on the Trump administration's policies, and why Project 2025 poses a serious threat to LGBTQ+ Americans and democracy at large.Related Episodes:Listen to Episode 30. Gay Sex Education (or the Lack Thereof)Listen to Episode 46. Obergefell v. Hodges and the Ongoing Fight for Marriage EqualityListen to Episode 67. 303 Creative LLC v. ElenisAdditional Resources:The Heritage FoundationMandate for LeadershipHow One Conservative Think Tank is Stocking Trump’s GovernmentKevin RobertsDonations Have Surged to Groups Linked to Conservative Project 2025Mandate for Leadership: The Conservative PromiseThe White House Gender Policy CouncilCongressional Leaders Form Task Force to Counter Project 2025 and Defend DemocracySign the Petition to Reject Project 2025Sign the Petition Urging Congress to Pass the Equality ActSupport the showGet Your Merch

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