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Gay Lesbian Straight Education Network GLSEN
 
GLSEN Newswire
August 21, 2002
 
Breaking News
Show Him the Money
California’s San Leandro school district has another self-inflicted headache. First, a jury awarded English teaccher Karl Debro $500,000 after finding the district had violated his constitutional rights by reprimanding him for discussing racism and homophobia in the classroom. Now, the district’s insurance company is
refusing to pay the debt. More info
 
Take Action
Thank Sesame Street for Diverse Programming
Under attack by conservatives for the introduction of an HIV+ character on its South African counterpart, Sesame Street deserves accolades for diverse programming that teaches children to respect others.
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Safe Schools
Leading the Way
If you are a GLSEN chapter leader, a GSA leader, or you are thinking about stepping up to the plate, the Leadershhip Summit at Teaching Respect for All 2002 is your must-have ticket. This full-day learning institute on Oct. 4 in Los Angeles is by invitation and requires registration by Sept. 16.
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