News + Politics
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President Biden names Jessica Stern as Special Envoy to Advance the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Persons
On Friday, ahead of remarks at the White House for Pride Month, President Joe Biden announced he will appoint Jessica Stern, the executive director of...
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President Biden says he’s “proud” of two LGBTQ athletes who came out
Earlier this week, President Joe Biden praised two professional athletes — Carl Nassib, a defensive end for the Las Vegas Raiders, and Kumi Yokoyama, a...
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Iowa man charged with hate crime for leaving anti-LGBTQ notes on people’s doors
An Iowa man who allegedly left handwritten notes saying “burn that gay flag” on residents’ homes last Saturday has been arrested and charged with a...
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Inaugural Rainbow Ride will provide a tour highlighting Washington’s LGBTQ history
On Saturday, a coalition of groups will host the inaugural Rainbow Ride, a bicycle and scooter tour following a designated route that commemorates and celebrates...
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17th Street Pride Sidewalk Block Party to be held Saturday, June 26
Typically, each August, Historic Dupont Circle Main Streets hosts the 17th Street Festival, featuring the work of various artisans and tables touting the work of...
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Alexandria and Arlington residents to celebrate Pride-themed events
Local venues in Alexandria and Arlington will play host to two events celebrating the LGBTQ community from June 26-27.
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South Carolina Republicans seeking to overturn city of Columbia’s ban on conversion therapy
South Carolina Senate Republicans have balked at an ordinance passed by the Columbia City Council earlier this month that bans the practice of conversion therapy...
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New York City could elect a record number of LGBTQ City Council members
New York City voters could elect up to nine new LGBTQ City Council members, a record number for the city's top legislative body.
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Stonewall Inn “pour out” protests Anheuser-Busch’s support of anti-LGBTQ politicians
The Stonewall Inn's "pour out" protests Anheuser-Busch's support of anti-LGBTQ politicians.
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Democratic senators introduce resolution apologizing for government discrimination against LGBTQ community
A new U.S. Senate resolution apologizes for decades of discrimination against LGBTQ military personnel and federal civilian employees.
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Congressional Republicans block bill expanding credit access for LGBTQ business owners
Congressional Republicans blocked passage of a bill aimed at ensuring LGBTQ-owned businesses have equal access to lending opportunities.
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D.C. Council issues ceremonial resolution honoring Rayceen Pendarvis
The D.C. Council has issued a ceremonial resolution honoring Rayceen Pendarvis, a longtime D.C. community advocate, LGBTQ activist, event moderator, and the host of The...
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Gay man hit over head with glass bottle while walking with date in Northeast DC
A Maryland man was hit over the head with a bottle by a man yelling homophobic slurs while walking his dogs with his date last...
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White House installs rainbow lights, LGBTQ exhibit for Pride Month
The White House's Pride Month exhibit highlights artefacts from LGBTQ history, including the Stonewall Riots and AIDS epidemic
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Love, Victor star Michael Cimino has received death threats for playing gay character
Michael Cimino, who is straight, said he received homophobic comments and death threats for playing Love, Victor's gay lead
