News + Politics
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State Farm Abandons LGBTQ Book Distribution Program Following Backlash
Insurance giant State Farm has abandoned a program to distribute LGBTQ-themed children’s books to teachers, community centers and libraries following public backlash and accusations that...
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Candidate Apologizes for Altered Photo of Gay Asian Opponent’s Face
A Texas Democratic candidate for Harris County Commissioners Court has apologized for altering a photo of her gay Asian-American opponent’s face in a series of...
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Monkeypox “Circulating Globally in Some Parts of the Gay Community,” CDC Reports
Public health officials are urging gay and bi men to be vigilant about monkeypox infections, with some cases linked to LGBTQ gatherings.
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At 17, Will Larkins Is Living Their Best LGBTQ Activist Life
Meet Will Larkins, the gay 17-year-old whose viral presentation on Stonewall gave them a national platform to take on homophobia.
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Remembrance: Urvashi Vaid (October 8, 1958 – May 15, 2022)
Urvashi Vaid was a vital part of the fabric of the modern LGBTQ movement. She leaves behind a legacy of activism and ideas.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene: Democrats Want to Turn Your Kids Gay
U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene claimed that Democrats want to turn children gay and transgender during a rant complaining about her political opponents and their...
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Us Helping Us Is Celebrating DC Black Pride In A Huge Way
With nearly a dozen events, including a festival and a cruise party, UHU is pulling out the stops for Black Pride's return.
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Gloria Estefan: ‘We Need To Stand Up Against’ Don’t Say Gay Laws
An early and steadfast LGBTQ ally, Gloria Estefan hopes to inspire everyone who sees GALA's "On Your Feet! En español."
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LGBTQ Catholic Organization Blasts Archbishop for Denying Nancy Pelosi Communion
DignityUSA, the LGBTQ-affirming organization representing U.S. Catholics who support full inclusion, denounced San Francisco Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone’s decision to deny Communion to U.S. House Speaker...
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LGBTQ-Affirming Health Center Raises Over $300,000 in Musical-Inspired Gala
Chase Brexton Health Care, the Baltimore-based federally qualified health center that specializes in HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment, as well as LGBTQ-affirming care, raised $315,000 at a gala...
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Israeli Town Cancels Pride Parade Following Threats
The Israeli town of Netivot has canceled its Pride parade after multiple death threats were sent to a pride organizer’s family – the latest instance...
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Greece Government Bans Conversion Therapy on Minors
As part of its general initiative to better the lives of LGBTQ citizens, the Greek government voted earlier this month to ban the practice of...
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GLSEN Launches 80+ “It’s Okay to say Gay!” Billboards Across Florida
GLSEN, the nation’s largest advocacy group for LGBTQ students, in partnership with Equality Florida, GLSEN Tampa Bay, GLSEN Collier, and SAVE LGBT, has launched a...
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Capital Stonewall Democrats endorse Robert White for D.C. Mayor
The Capital Stonewall Democrats, the District’s top LGBTQ political organization, has endorsed Councilmember Robert White (D-At-Large) in the Democratic primary for mayor, as part of...
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Health Experts Warn of Monkeypox Infections Among Gay Men
Health experts warn of Monkeypox infections among gay men.
