U.S. cities score big in LGBTQ+ equality despite wave of discriminatory state laws
A record number of cities achieved a perfect Municipal Equality Index score in 2024.
November 22 2024 10:02 AM
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The Human Rights Campaign is one of the most prominent LGBT organizations in the country. Learn all about the Human Rights Campaign's mission to lobby for causes like marriage equality, adoption by same-sex couples, and their role in the repeal of 'don't ask, don't tell.' Also known as HRC, the organization was a key player in the passage of Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act, which provides legal protection for members of the LGBT community against violence. Find out about the important work of HRC and other LGBT organizations and leaders working toward equality.
Democrats turn to gay hook-up app Grindr to reach LGBTQ+ voters ahead of the election
It’s part of a 6-figure ad buy targeting "equality voters."
October 31 2024 9:55 AM
Texas Dem Colin Allred uses anti-trans language to attack Ted Cruz: ‘Don’t want boys playing girls’ sports’
The ad has raised eyebrows among those who support the Texas congressman in his race for U.S. Senate against Cruz.
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October 11 2024 5:48 PM
Human Rights Campaign launches $2 million ad blitz to mobilize LGBTQ+ voters in battleground states
The advocacy group hopes a $2 million ad buy will attract pro-LGBTQ+ voters to cast their ballots.
October 09 2024 5:19 PM
LGBTQ+ advocates say Trump campaign’s latest promise of ‘universal’ IVF access is ‘false’ ‘misrepresentation’
An NBC News report claimed it would be ‘potentially opening the door for gay couples’
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September 27 2024 4:40 PM
Companies dropping DEI will face consequences — 80% of LGBTQ+ adults support boycotts: report
80 percent of LGBTQ+ would boycott a company that rolled back DEI initiatives,including stopping shopping at, utilizing, and/or purchasing its services.
September 09 2024 4:42 PM
Molson Coors beer company abandons DEI after fringe online conservatives complain
In response to the targeted attacks, the HRC has created an online portal allowing consumers to directly message corporate executives in protest.
September 09 2024 2:22 PM
Tim Walz in fiery HRC speech: ‘I sure the hell don’t need JD Vance giving me advice’ on reproductive care
’We’re not going back to the discrimination,” Kamala Harris’s running mate said in a keynote address over the weekend.
September 09 2024 7:00 AM
Tim Walz to honor LGBTQ+ community at Human Rights Campaign National Dinner (exclusive)
Kamala Harris’s running mate will continue his LGBTQ+ advocacy with keynote address at the highly-anticipated event.
September 04 2024 9:00 AM
As new mpox strain spreads globally, activists push health officials to avoid past mistakes (exclusive)
Torrian Baskerville, director of HIV & Health Equity at the Human Rights Campaign, tells The Advocate how groups are preparing for a potential outbreak of the new mpox strain.
August 28 2024 1:09 PM
Lowe's Home Improvement abandons DEI after threats from fringe online extremists
Robby Starbuck continues to use his influence to make American workplaces worse.
August 27 2024 2:42 PM
Here is how the Human Rights Campaign will be queering the Democratic National Convention
The LGBTQ+ organization will highlight support for LGBTQ+ rights in Chicago.
August 17 2024 10:35 AM
Oklahoma Republicans call for impeachment investigation into extremist superintendent Ryan Walters
The effort is led by members of the state house GOP.
August 15 2024 5:08 PM
Cecilia Gentili's legacy lives on as trans Latinx group receives first-ever HRC grant (exclusive)
The Cecilia Gentili grant will assist groups aiding trans women of color, sex workers, immigrants, and the formerly incarcerated.
August 13 2024 2:25 PM
LGBTQ+ advocacy groups excited about vice presidential pick Tim Walz’s 'proven record'
The former congressman and current Minnesota governor has been a longtime ally to LGBTQ+ people.
August 06 2024 5:57 PM
More than 20,000 people show up for Kamala Harris's LGBTQ+ community call
Thousands of everyday LGBTQ+ people and celebrities joined an energetic fundraising call supporting Kamala Harris’s presidential candidacy, which raised hundreds of thousands of dollars.
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July 26 2024 2:03 PM
Thousands are expected to join LGBTQ+ community call supporting Kamala Harris campaign
The call will happen a day after thousands of LGBTQ+ leaders and supporters signed a letter of endorsement for the vice president’s candidacy.
July 24 2024 6:38 PM
Biden campaign and LGBTQ+ groups decry Trump’s pick of J.D. Vance as running mate
The Republican U.S. senator from Ohio is an anti-LGBTQ+ extremist.
July 15 2024 3:26 PM
White House clarifies support for gender-affirming care for transgender youth after backlash (exclusive)
The Human Rights Campaign led an effort to get the White House to clear up its previous statement opposing some treatment options for transgender Americans.
July 08 2024 9:29 PM
White House statement on transgender minors’ health care sparks outrage by LGBTQ+ rights groups
The Biden administration seems to be okay with some limits on bodily autonomy.
July 03 2024 2:09 PM