"Outlawing these practices is a small step in our pursuit for (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) rights . . ."For background, read the homosexualist who says: We Recruit Kids for Sexual Deviancy and also read studies confirming detrimental effects of the Gay Agenda on teenagers.
-- Sen. Daniel Biss, Evanston Democrat
UPDATE 10/15/15: Obama Administration to Ban Psychological Help for 'Homosexual Kids'
Click headlines below to read previous articles:
California Law Saying 'Gay Kids' Can't Change Blessed by 9th Circuit Court
New Jersey Judge Rules Deviant Sexual Behavior is Normal
New Jersey Gov. Christie Says Homosexuality NOT a Sin, Outlaws Counseling for children
Most Homosexuals Who Want to Convert Report Change
Also read Kentucky Forbids Pastors Calling Homosexuality 'Sinful'
It's obvious: Religious Liberty is in the Homosexualists' Crosshairs
-- From "Illinois Bans Gay Conversion Therapy for LGBT Minors" by Zoë Schlanger, Newsweek Magazine 8/20/15
Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner signed a bill into law banning the practice in the state Thursday afternoon, making it the fifth jurisdiction—after California, New Jersey, Washington D.C., and Oregon—to have done so.
The American Psychological Association has concluded that attempts to change a person’s sexual orientation through behavioral therapy does not work, and many people who have been through such programs testify to the psychological damage it can cause. President Obama has called for an end to the practice, citing its “devastating effects.”
The Illinois law goes into effect on January 1, 2016.
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From "Rauner signs bill banning gay conversion therapy for young people" posted at Chicago Tribune 8/20/15
The Republican approved the "gay conversion therapy" ban Thursday. His office didn't immediately offer a statement.
The measure keeps therapists from trying to change the sexual orientation or gender identity of a person younger than 18. Providers who don't comply could face disciplinary action.
Supporters of the measure have argued conversion therapy has been discredited and can be harmful to young people. But opponents have questioned whether therapists would be punished unfairly and say a ban limits parents' treatment decisions.
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From "Rauner signs gay conversion therapy ban for young people" by Sophia Tareen, The Associated Press 8/20/15
Backers of the measure were unsure how Rauner, a first-term Republican who has kept his stance on several social issues private, would act. Rauner has refused to discuss his views on same-sex marriage.
After announcing the bill's signing, spokeswoman Catherine Kelly said Rauner has no social agenda and believes the measure protects the children's interests.
[Chicago lesbian Rep. Kelly] Cassidy has said Rauner met with a "survivor" of such therapy and appeared moved by what he heard.
The measure also adds the therapy to the Illinois Consumer Fraud Act, giving people more ability to take legal action. Cassidy has contended that provision makes Illinois' ban stronger than other states.
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From "Illinois Bans Gay Conversion Therapy For LGBT Youths" by Kim Bellware, Associate Chicago Editor, The Huffington Post 8/20/15
. . . the Illinois measure is the first to include language linking conversion therapy to consumer fraud, according to its sponsor, state Rep. Kelly Cassidy, a Chicago Democrat who is an openly gay member of the State House.
President Barack Obama this year called for an end to gay conversion therapy in response to a White House petition brought after the suicide of transgender Ohio teen Leelah Alcorn.
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Also read how President Obama and his federal government agencies are elevating the Gay Agenda above religious liberty.
And read Obama Top Homosexual Arrested for Anal Sex with Boy
