Mainers in limbo amid Northern Light, Anthem dispute

Transgender priest joined dozens of Maine faith leaders to testify against anti-transgender bills. Roughly 50 religious leaders and advocates testified individually on bills restricting bathroom use and participation in women’s sports this spring. All but four opposed the legislation. Read this story by Sean Scott of The Maine Monitor.

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Maine Monitor reporter Sean Scott appeared on News Center Maine to discuss how dozens of Maine faith leaders testified against anti-transgender bills. Watch the appearance.

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