Rebecca Davis editorAfter six decadesin limbo, China last week passed its first civil code, a wide-ranging legislative package that defines a number of important citizens’ rights.
While activists had hoped it would include provisions to legalize gay marriage — particularly as officials acknowledged its inclusion was one of the most requested revisions during the open public comment period for the draft law — Chinese lawmakers ultimately rejected any rules to do so.
China’s latest setback highlights the continued need to change hearts and minds in the general public through LGBT stories, say activists and filmmakers.
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