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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, we report on how politics shapes the day-to-day realities faced by members of the gay community. Read about LGBT leaders like Brian Sims and Tammy Baldwin, and their work to advance the LGBT rights movement in the United States and around the world. Learn 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.

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Bisexuality
'This Week in the Resistance': Bisexual Edition

The Advocate celebrates Bisexual Awareness Week with this edition of This Week in the Resistance.

5:46 AM
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Rand Paul
Politics
Republican Sen. Rand Paul Opposes Latest Obamacare Repeal Effort

Paul says the Graham-Cassidy health care bill isn't a real repeal of Obamacare.

September 21 2017 7:46 PM
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Protesters Take to Streets to Battle Tyranny in the Philippines

Protesters held rallies against what they see as the beginning of a dictatorship under President Rodrigo Duterte.

September 21 2017 6:56 PM
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Politics
Far-Right Party Expected to Win Seats in German Parliament

Polls ahead of Sunday's election predict that far-right Alternative for Germany will receive close to 10 percent of the vote, winning it seats in the Bundestag.

September 21 2017 6:54 PM
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Americans in Favor of DACA
Politics
Latest Poll Shows Majority of Americans Favor DACA

President Trump wants to phase out the program if Congress doesn't act, but it has wide support.

September 21 2017 6:50 PM
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50 Years, 50 Heroes: Harvey Milk Honored by 'Milk' Creator
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50 Years, 50 Heroes: Harvey Milk Honored by 'Milk' Creator

Peter Kujawski, chairman of Focus Features, honors Harvey Milk for The Advocate's 50th anniversary.

September 21 2017 6:45 AM
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Jeff Mateer
Politics
Trump Nominee: Satan Makes Trans Kids, Same-Sex Marriage 'Disgusting'

Jeff Mateer — who could be deciding on your rights — is as radical as they get.

September 20 2017 6:06 PM Updated
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