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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.

Tucker Carlson on his show
Politics
Tucker Carlson Mocks Pete Buttigieg for Taking Paternity Leave

The Fox News host said paternity leave was for learning how to breastfeed.

October 15 2021 11:56 AM
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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene Pushes Bigotry Against People With HIV
October 14 2021 9:12 PM
Josh Mandel
Politics
U.S. Senate Hopeful Josh Mandel Goes on Anti-Trans, Anti-Mask Rant

Mandel made the remarks at a school board meeting in Ohio, from which he was ejected for not following board policy.

October 13 2021 11:41 PM
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott
Politics
Texas Removes Access to Youth LGBTQ+ Suicide Hotline, Resource Page

The governor's office removed the page from the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services website after the governor was criticized for promoting "transgender ideology."

October 13 2021 11:13 AM
Peter Staley
Books
Peter Staley Talks The 'Heavy Dose' of Sex, Love, and Humor in ACT UP

The activist and ACT UP veteran has released a long-awaited memoir. 

October 12 2021 4:48 PM
Image of Mark Robinson
Politics
N.C. Lt. Gov. Calls LGBTQ+ People 'Filth,' White House Responds

There are widespread calls for Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson's resignation.

October 11 2021 11:04 AM
President Joe Biden
Politics
Biden Calls Out Anti-LGBTQ+ Legislation on National Coming Out Day

“To LGBTQ+ people across the country, and especially those who are contemplating coming out: know that ... you will have a community — and a nation — to welcome you.”

October 11 2021 9:00 AM
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