From a gender transition made extremely public by former Olympian Caitlyn Jenner to the Supreme Court’s historic decision to legalize same-sex marriage across the country, the LGBTQ+ community made great strides in the realm of social issues in 2015. Millions around the country took to social media to rejoice in the recognition as an equal community after so many years of discrimination and injustice. And although a few prejudiced hiccups occurred along the way, like a defiant Kentucky county clerk refusing to distribute marriage licenses, 2015 still proved to be a successful year for anyone LGBTQ+.

Fast-forward to March of 2016, and those great strides have quickly become overshadowed by the recent bill passed in North Carolina prohibiting individuals from using public restrooms that fail to coincide with their biological sex. This new bill also gives authority over non-discrimination legislation to the state government, expunging any existing local laws.

Outrage roared across social media immediately after North Carolina made headlines, as the progress made for LGBTQ+ individuals in the past year seemed to dissipate with just one state's actions. Rage sparked even more as many came to the realization that the General Assembly spent tens of thousands of dollars in order to rush this process and enforce false stereotypes of transgenders.

The progress made by the LGBTQ+ community seems to have suddenly turned into regression, as some states are following in the footsteps of North Carolina by proposing similar laws. But just like many other social and political issues, the equality being sought will face some backlash before it is completely endorsed. So instead of viewing the House Bill 2 as a form of relapse, perhaps it is more important and more constructive to turn our attention towards the opposition to the opposition.

Numerous celebrities have already broadcasted their disagreement with North Carolina's HB2, otherwise known as the Public Facilities Privacy & Security Act.

Bruce Springsteen, or "The Boss," canceled his concert in Greensboro, North Carolina in order to show his opposition to HB2.

Similarly, multiple tweets have been tweeted by public figures advocating their disagreement with the bill. Caitlyn Jenner, Hillary Clinton, and even Google have all showcased their distaste for North Carolina's actions.

This public opposition showcased by popular figures can only aid in the progression of LGBTQ+ equality. And although North Carolina has worked to erase the progress that has already been made, it is vital that we remember that all aspects of history have suffered from setbacks before coming full circle.