bathroom bill

Melinda French Gates is resigning from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation that she has helped lead since 2000

It’s been all over the headlines lately – Melinda French Gates is resigning from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation that she has helped lead since 2000. This news comes hot on the heels of her divorce from Bill Gates, with a reported additional $12.5 billion for her charitable work as part of the separation agreement. Some might call it a sweet deal, but what does this mean for the future of the foundation?

From what I’ve gathered, their goals for the foundation seem to differ quite a bit. While Bill Gates is focused on projects to help poor nations, especially during times like the pandemic and with food and energy crisis, Melinda French Gates has had a strong interest in helping women with family planning.… Continue reading

Ban of transgender people from Utah’s public bathrooms passes Senate

Ban of transgender people from Utah’s public bathrooms passes Senate

As I read about the recent decision to ban transgender individuals from using public restrooms in Utah, I couldn’t help but feel a mix of anger, frustration, and disbelief. It is disheartening to witness such discriminatory policies being passed in this day and age, especially in a country that prides itself on equality and freedom.

The statistics speak volumes about the direction of American politics. With 28% of Gen Z identifying as LGBTQ+ and 22% identifying as Republican, it is clear that the demographics are shifting. However, the ban on transgender people using public bathrooms in Utah shows that certain factions of the Republican party are digging their heels in and trying to resist change.… Continue reading