Roe v wade

The USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative , known for its oft-critical reports on Hollywood’s hiring practices and portrayals of underrepresented groups, is launching a “new focus” that will measure the film and TV industry’s depictions of a wide range of political issues, including abortion, gun violence, voting, marriage equality and interracial relationships. The new approach comes in response to the Supreme Court’s overturning Roe v. Wade and concerns that other long-held rights also might be in danger. “With the curtailing of reproductive rights, it is not only necessary to find legal solutions to protect marginalized communities, but it is essential to educate and inform audiences about these topics,” said Dr. Stacy L. Smith, founder of the Annenberg Inclusion Initiative. “Entertainment has a unique ability to reach viewers and provide that education. Our goal is to illuminate how many opportunities there are to use storytelling as a tool to expand the conversation and … [Read more...] about USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative Launches Study Of Hollywood’s Depiction Of Abortion, Gun Violence & Marriage Equality

RuPaul ’s Drag Race on VH1 is not just a show that both entertains and brings the house down with knee-slapping moments. It also serves as a beacon for young LGBTQ people who are fighting for their place in this world, says RuPaul. “The show is just built to showcase our contestants’ stories and they come with the fight,” he told moderator/ Drag Race judge Michelle Visage during Deadline’s Contenders TV series. “They come with the courage and the bravery. It’s inherent in their own story. In creating a landscape and an atmosphere where they can feel free enough to tell their stories, the world gets to hear how to navigate these treacherous waters. Young people get to hear our kids, our contestants’ stories and learn from them how to fight and how to continue to continue to be courageous.” “We encourage the kids on our show and the kids who are watching out there to find your tribe,” RuPaul continued. “Because during those tough times, they are the ones who will … [Read more...] about ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Helps Young LGBTQ People ‘To Be Courageous’ — Awardsline Screening Series

TMZ Composite Joe Rogan got all fired up while talking about abortion with a conservative media personality -- invoking his teenage daughter to make a point ... which sorta had the guy stumped. Seth Dillon -- who runs The Babylon Bee, a right-leaning satire site -- got into with Joe Tuesday on the latest episode of the 'JRE' ... with its host laying out a very personal hypothetical as they started discussing the overturning of Roe v. Wade and its ramifications. Thank you @SethDillon for standing for the human right to life—without exception—on @joerogan 's show today. @joerogan , let’s talk. I think we would find a lot of common ground on protecting families, fighting censorship, and pursuing a meaningful life. pic.twitter.com/StlfgNxARo — Lila Rose (@LilaGraceRose) August 16, 2022 @LilaGraceRose Watch ... Joe asks about the possibility of a young girl being raped, and inserts his own 14-year-old, Lola , as the would-be victim. He asks the … [Read more...] about Joe Rogan Invokes 14-Year-Old Daughter in Heated Abortion Debate