Rep. Robert Quattrocchi, left, and Rep. Rebecca Kislak, right.
Rep. Robert Quattrocchi, left, and Rep. Rebecca Kislak, right, in a composite image.
  • A Republican lawmaker asked a lesbian colleague if she was a "pedophile" on Friday.
  • The comment was made during a Rhode Island State House hearing on an equity and inclusion bill.
  • It was strongly condemned by LGBTQ advocates. Rep. Robert Quattrocchi said it was a misunderstanding.

A Republican lawmaker asked a lesbian colleague if she was a "pedophile" during a Rhode Island State House hearing on equity and inclusion on Friday, drawing widespread condemnation from LGBTQ advocacy groups.