Report: Widespread LGBT harassment throughout Europe

(Brussels) Lesbians, gays, bisexuals and transsexuals face widespread harassment, bullying and discrimination across Europe, according to an EU report released Tuesday.

That harassment and discrimination occurs “in all areas of social life,” from schools to the workplace to health care centers, the report by the EU’s Fundamental Rights Agency said.

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‘Tired’ Fox stepping down from Butler County Children Services Oxford Press

Controversial director sho favors straight over gay parents says he’s ‘tired’ after more than 1½ years on the job and will retire March 31.

Butler County Children Services Director Michael Fox plans to end his epic and controversial career March 31.

Fox said Friday, March 6, in an exclusive interview he’s “tired,” and can do more good as a private activist than an agency director.

“I plan to continue being an advocate for children and families, and doing whatever I can to make the system better,” Fox said. “I think at this point I can be more effective outside the system.”

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