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In Politics, The Advocate presents the latest news about the political world. From Supreme Court rulings to state and federal laws, The Advocate reports on how politics shapes the day-to-day realities faced by members of the gay community. Read about LGBT leaders like Barney Frank and Tammy Baldwin and their work to advance the causes of the LGBT rights movement in the United States and around the world. Find out about legislation related to same-sex marriage, adoption, and other issues in gay politics that will impact the lives of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender Americans.

obama
Politics
Obama Invokes Tony McDade, Trans Man Killed by Police, in Speech

The former president said he is encouraged by the activism of young people that has spread around the world.

June 03 2020 7:48 PM
Pat Hackett
Election
Pat Hackett Could Become Indiana's First Out Member of Congress

The Democrat from South Bend will face an anti-LGBTQ+ incumbent in November.

June 03 2020 4:40 PM
Keke Palmer
News
Keke Palmer to National Guardsmen: Kneeling Is Not Enough for Me

The out actress implored members of the National Guard to march with protesters in solidarity. 

June 03 2020 2:12 PM
Kimberly Drew
Books
Writer Kimberly Drew on the Relationship Between Art and Activism

Art is not just for the elite, according to this iconoclast.

June 03 2020 12:42 PM
White House
Commentary
No Building Has Been Damaged More by the Unrest Than the White House

Trump has sullied the People's House — and his stain and stench may never be fully excised.

June 03 2020 11:13 AM
Steve King
Election
Racist, Anti-LGBTQ+ Rep. Steve King Loses Iowa Primary After 9 Terms

Randy Feenstra, who beat King in the Republican primary, may be nearly as bad, but Democrat J.D. Scholten is expected to be a strong candidate in November.

June 02 2020 11:59 PM
Alphonso David
Politics
HRC's Alphonso David: Voting Key to Racial Justice, LGBTQ+ Equality

“We are fighting for our lives,” says David, and we must take the fight to the voting booth.

June 02 2020 9:11 PM
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