Controversial Legal Amendment Banning LGBTQ Talk in Bulgarian Schools

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Protesters in Bulgaria rally against a new legal amendment banning talk of LGBTQ and nontraditional sexual choices in schools. The amendment was approved by Bulgaria's parliament and has been criticized by rights groups for violating LGBTQ rights.

Key Points

  • Protesters rally outside Bulgaria's parliament against the amendment
  • Amendment bans discussion of LGBTQ and nontraditional sexual choices in schools
  • Criticism from rights groups for violating LGBTQ rights
  • Similar anti-LGBTQ legislation in other countries in the region

Cons

  • Violation of LGBTQ rights
  • Potential promotion of discrimination and intolerance