'Peppa Pig, popular children's show, introduces first same-sex couple' & other Thur midday news briefs

'Peppa Pig' Introduces First Same-Sex Couple — Two Polar Bear Mommies — to Children's Show - Wonderful because same-sex families raising kids is a reality which needs to be seen and amplified. And the religious right freak out sure to come is simply icing on a delicious cake.

Trans Floridians sue to block Medicaid rule excluding gender-affirming care - Good for them. I hope they win. 

Federal lawsuit challenges Oklahoma anti-transgender bathroom law - Good. Another lawsuit via our side.

Ted Cruz says he will vote against marriage equality bill​ - Well duuuuuh.

Ben Shapiro accuses California of “allowing people to attempt to kidnap kids and gender change them” - That people like Ben Shapiro are considered great minds by anyone signals the fall of this country's intellect.