A match missed in heaven: Religious freedom bills are discrimination in disguise. Is this the next great civil rights battle? Fired Orlando teachers file suit, Kevin Beckner launches campaign to be Clerk of Court, Orlando actor Jordan Woods-Robinson dishes on his gay Walking Dead role, local news, celebrity interviews, and much, much more!
Watermark Issue 22.09// April 23-May 7, 2015
On the Cover | Page 27
Religious Freedom: Religious Freedom bills are the new argument against LGBT equality. Can these stand a constitutional challenge and how big of a black eye are they giving religion? Illustration by Patrick O’Connor
Orlando News | Page 8
Two teachers fired by their school because they are gay secure an attorney and threaten a lawsuit; a man accused of murdering a gay coworker in North Carolina is found in Daytona Beach; more.
Tampa Bay Page | 12
Hillsborough County Commissioner Kevin Beckner launches a new campaign to become the clerk of court, challenging Pat Frank; St. Pete Pride announces its 2015 grand marshals and unveils this year’s headliner; more.
Gay for Pay | Page 33
Jordan Woods-Robinson plays “Eric” on The Walking Dead, one of the series’ first out characters. The Orlando resident talks about playing gay, living in Orlando and his upcoming projects for the big screen.
Love is The Cure | Page 36
The Suncoast AIDS Theatre Project is back with another fundraiser, this time with a focus on love. Love is the Cure is a concert of love songs from musical theater. More than 15 local stars are participating in the fundraiser at freeFall Theatre on April 27,
Gallery W | Page54
The traditional Babes in Bonnets returned to the Parliament House this month and our photographers were there to catch every fabulous and outrageous piece of art. The fundraiser raised awareness and funds for the Orlando Youth Alliance.
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