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Pilgrims for LGBTQI Equality at the Vatican’s World Youth Day in Panam
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Queer and Catholic Can Co-Exist, These Kids Say. Will the Pope Listen?

A group of LGBTQ Catholics recently attended the Church's World Youth Day to spread a message of love — and counter the ugliness coming from the Vatican.

1 hour 46 min ago
Jussie
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Straight People: If Jussie Smollett Lied We Don't Owe You an Apology

But feel free to give us one.

February 20 2019 6:29 AM
Traveling While Non-Binary
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It Just Became Less Terrifying to Travel While Nonbinary

No one should be terrified to go through airport security.

February 16 2019 8:03 AM
Trump
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Trump's Wall Is Peak Toxic Masculinity

There is no national emergency, except for the one sitting in the Oval Office.

February 15 2019 6:26 AM
The Power of Love
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Our Love Is Rebellion Against Racism, Homophobia and Guns

Terrence Franklin got engaged the day of the Parkland massacre. To him and his partner, it made perfect sense.

February 14 2019 7:24 AM
Josh Sabarra
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Can't Find Gay Love in Your City? Look Overseas on Instagram

Writer Josh Sabarra discovered how technology opened up a world of dating possibilities beyond his local scene.

February 14 2019 5:31 AM
The Exiles Ten LGBT activists speak
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Ten Exiled LGBTQ Activists Speak

A new project brings together queer journalists and advocates forced to flee their homes — they share their stories here.

February 13 2019 7:41 PM
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