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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.

Kevin Ward
News
Gay Mayor of Hyattsville, Maryland, Found Dead

Authorities say Ward died by suicide, but a family member says it could have been murder.

January 27 2022 12:45 PM
Joe Biden in sunglasses with hands raised
Commentary
Biden May Stumble, But He’s No Donald Trump

As his second year begins, Biden will need to do a better job of touting his successes, and cutting ties with his old stomping ground, the Senate.

January 25 2022 9:07 PM
Chambersburg council meeting
Politics
GOP-Led Town Is First in Pennsylvania to Repeal LGBTQ+ Protections

The Chambersburg Borough Council had a Democratic majority when it adopted the inclusive nondiscrimination law, and now a Republican majority has repealed it.

January 25 2022 2:39 PM
Chasten Buttigieg on CNN
Politics
Chasten Buttigieg Perfectly Critiques Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' Bill

The author and educator explained the impact of the potential bill from his personal experiences.

January 25 2022 11:46 AM
Edward Jones and REI
Politics
More Than 500 U.S. Companies Support Passage of Equality Act

New members of HRC's Business Coalition for the Equality Act include Edward Jones, REI, Honeywell, McDonald's, Harley-Davidson, and more.

January 25 2022 9:00 AM
Jasmyne Cannick
Politics
We Can No Longer Ignore the Murders of LGBTQ+ People in Jamaica

A new podcast, Ring the Alarm, explores the secret network of safe houses keeping LGBTQ+ people in Jamaica safe. 

January 21 2022 9:30 AM
Tom Cotton
Politics
Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton Introduces Anti-Trans Prison Bill

The proposed legislation would make it illegal for prisons to house inmates according to their gender identity.

January 20 2022 3:44 PM
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