Taiwan's Journey to Same-Sex Marriage Equality
The News Lens FeatureIn May 2019, Taiwan became the first in Asia to legalize same-sex marriage, an uneasy victory for the LGBTQ community. Follow the journey with reporting from The News Lens.
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Why 'Common Law' Proposals by Taiwan's Anti-LGBT Groups Are Unconstitutional
Anti-LGBT groups in Taiwan are playing a word game to contradict the mandates of the courts, the Cabinet, and the people.
Cabinet Unveils Draft Bill and Picks a Side in Taiwan's Gay Marriage Fight
LGBT+ advocates responded to Taiwan's historic draft bill with cautious optimism.
How Does Taiwan Really Feel About LGBT Issues After Its Referendums?
A survey shows public opinion wavers depending on how the question is framed.
The DPP Should Not Blame LGBT Advocates for Their Election Loss
It's a dangerous, despicable strategy that also has no mooring in the reality of how their voters feel about marriage equality.
How the LGBT Referendums Split From Taiwanese Popular Opinion
Most Taiwanese support some form of legal protection for same-sex couples. The Nov. 24 referendums don't tell the whole story.
Rainbows Break Through the Clouds Despite Defeat for LGBT+ Community
For Taiwan's LGBT+ community, Saturday's results don't mark the end of the push for equality.
Pro-LGBT Group Demands Investigation amid Allegations of Election Misconduct
Responding to complaints from the public, the Taiwan Alliance to Promote Civil Partnership Rights is urging