Rhode Island Capitol TV
- 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.