Celebrities, Activists Say How They Resist at The Advocate's 50th Gala

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Celebrities, Activists Say How They Resist at The Advocate's 50th Gala
At The Advocate's 50th Anniversary Gala, LGBT celebrities and activists describe how they fight the evil Trump administration.
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Celebrities, Activists Say How They Resist at The Advocate's 50th Gala

At The Advocate's 50th Anniversary Gala, LGBT celebrities and activists describe how they fight the evil Trump administration.

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Shannon Minter’s TIME 100 recognition arrives as he fights the Trump administration's assault on transgender rights.

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Jenner also revealed she lost her “F” marker on her U.S. passport and has appealed for help to President Trump

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Baristas say removing Pride flags sends the wrong message and are organizing to bring them back.

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Celebrities, Activists Say How They Resist at The Advocate's 50th Gala

At The Advocate's 50th Anniversary Gala, LGBT celebrities and activists describe how they fight the evil Trump administration.

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The documentary Fighting to Serve follows Maj. Erica Vandal’s challenge to the trans military ban and the personal toll of her discharge.

Shannon Minter’s TIME 100 recognition arrives as he fights the Trump administration's assault on transgender rights.

Fans are praising the creator of the queer hockey romance for being so honest about his status.

My life isn’t a “hot topic.” Queer minister Rev. Anne-Marie Zanzal reflects on faith, dignity, and what happens when LGBTQ+ identity is treated as a debate.

LGBTQ+ stories deserve to betold.

More For You

Most Popular

The plan casts opposition to “traditional values” as terrorism and raises fears of political targeting.

Jenner also revealed she lost her “F” marker on her U.S. passport and has appealed for help to President Trump

Clavicular was hospitalized after a suspected overdose during a Miami livestream, and everyone could watch it happen.

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

Baristas say removing Pride flags sends the wrong message and are organizing to bring them back.

The "looksmaxxing" influencer even insulted the 60 Minutes interviewer before his sudden departure.