'LGBTQ issues causes problems for Barrett on second day of hearing' & other Wed midday news briefs

 

Amy Coney Barrett

Barrett apologizes for calling sexual orientation a 'preference' - She may get the SCOTUS seat, but Mrs. Barrett learned on Tuesday. 

Barrett dodges on same-sex marriage, downplays ties to anti-LGBTQ law firm - Speaking of which. 

New Department of Education co-chair said conversion therapy is “psychologically beneficial,” affirming trans kids is “diabolical” - Trashy.  These people have no place working in our government. 

Trump supporters in battleground states largely favor LGBTQ rights, poll finds - So they say. A little lie about gays and children or gays and religion and they will turn.