'Equality cannot be conditional': HRC launches national tour to fight anti-LGBTQ+ attacks

Tour Objectives & Strategies - The tour aims to engage legislators, faith leaders, and others who may not already be supportive of LGBTQ+ issues, fostering dialogue and understanding [1] - The tour will incorporate town halls for open discussions and smaller, more personal conversations to engage communities [1] - Community-based events, including storytelling trainings and outreach programs, will be used to connect with people directly [2] - The initiative emphasizes the importance of dialogue and finding common ground, even when complete agreement is not possible [2] - The tour seeks to connect with individuals on the basis of shared values to shift perspectives on equality [4] Ohio as a Focal Point - Ohio was chosen as a starting point because it reflects national trends and challenges related to LGBTQ+ rights [2] - Despite past progress in LGBTQ+ representation, Ohio is experiencing setbacks, including bathroom bans and gender conversion therapy [3][4] - The tour aims to re-engage people in Ohio to address these setbacks and develop strategies for progress [4] Equality & Interconnectedness - The initiative stresses that equality should not be conditional [4] - The movement emphasizes the interconnectedness of various struggles and the importance of unity to achieve collective power [5]