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What These Female Trump Supporters Say Will Scare You
Four women explain why they prefer Donald Trump even after hearing of his misogyny and groping: "The media is lying." And, for balance, one dude mansplains it all to us. 
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          Oct 13, 2016
          
        
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The Advocate's news editor Dawn Ennis successfully transitioned from broadcast journalism to online media following another transition that made headlines; in 2013, she became the first trans staffer in any major TV network newsroom. As the first out transgender editor at The Advocate, the native New Yorker continues her 30-year media career, in which she has earned more than a dozen awards, including two Emmys. With the blessing of her three children, Dawn retains the most important job title she's ever held: Dad.
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What These Female Trump Supporters Say Will Scare You

Four women explain why they prefer Donald Trump even after hearing of his misogyny and groping: "The media is lying." And, for balance, one dude mansplains it all to us.

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What These Female Trump Supporters Say Will Scare You

Four women explain why they prefer Donald Trump even after hearing of his misogyny and groping: "The media is lying." And, for balance, one dude mansplains it all to us.

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Last week trustees voted to shutter the progressive school with a high LGBTQ+ population over financial concerns.

Zera Lola Zombie's lawsuit described harassment, forced searches, and alleged sexual assault while she was housed in a men’s facility.

The gay billionaire CEO’s retirement offers him a chance to be a superstar to the LGBTQ+ community that we have always longed for him to be, writes John Casey.

The former Oregon congresswoman's departure marks the third woman to leave the administration in less than two months.

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“We stand by our reporting on Kash Patel, and we will vigorously defend The Atlantic and our journalists against this meritless lawsuit,” a company spokesperson told The Advocate.

Transgender women must now argue individually that transfers would put them in harm’s way.

Ms. Demure says the bill could reach beyond nightlife, affecting Pride, youth events, and public life.

The Kentucky governor says standing with transgender people isn’t risky. It’s how you win.

The award-winning model says his banishment was the worst day of his life.

The gay model has set up a GoFundMe to help with medical bills following the "terrifying" attack.