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Citing this seminal ruling, Biden issued guidance to ensure employees and students would be allowed to use the bathroom, changing facilities, pronouns and names that align with their gender identity.

From Salon Jul. 15, 2026

As an example, Mr. Saad says, “there shouldn’t be diversity in the West when it comes to what we do with gays. Gays should be allowed to flourish and live peacefully like anyone else.”

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 10, 2026

“People accused of serious animal cruelty should not be allowed to keep control of abused animals while a case slowly moves through the court system.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 8, 2026

The cardinal's deputy, Vicar General Marc Helfer, told AFP that the Church's internal bodies should be allowed to conduct their investigation before Lopez's shock statement on Tuesday.

From Barron's Jul. 7, 2026

“And while Mrs. Weston pays her visit, I may be allowed, I hope,” said Frank Churchill, “to join your party and wait for her at Hartfield—if you are going home.”

From "Emma" by Jane Austen




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