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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.

This Week in the Resistance: 'Doctor Who' and Slamming Trolls

This week in the Resistance, Merriam-Webster excellently slams Doctor Who trolls and activists protest Trump outside the U.S. Women's Open.

1 hour 8 min ago
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Betsy DeVos
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State AGs Urge Betsy DeVos to Maintain Regs on Campus Sexual Assault Investigations

The 20 attorneys general worry that any rollback of the guidance on handling accusations will endanger students.

July 20 2017 9:33 PM
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Florida Mayoral Candidate Berates LGBT and Black Citizens
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Florida Mayoral Candidate Berates LGBT and Black Citizens

A Florida politician attacked LGBT people for their “sin” and told black activists to “go back to Africa” during an official candidates' forum this week.

July 20 2017 6:43 PM
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Four Dem Members of Congress Sued for Displaying Pride Flag

A homophobe who tried to marry his laptop is going to extreme lengths to remove symbols of LGBT support.

July 20 2017 4:32 PM
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John Bush
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Antigay Judge Nominated by Trump Is Confirmed to Federal Court

John K. Bush, confirmed today to the Sixth Circuit, has objected to rulings against sodomy laws and likened abortion to slavery.

July 20 2017 3:59 PM
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BUTT FOR THE GOOD
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Using His Assets for Activism (Photos)

@MisterOutdoors puts his moneymaker to work for his cheeky Butt for Good campaign.

July 20 2017 2:35 PM
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Peter Brimelow
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White Nationalist Site Joins Anti-LGBT Groups in Campaign Against Southern Poverty Law Center

VDARE.com, a site carrying racist and anti-Semitic articles, joins those objecting to the SPLC's listing of "hate groups."

July 19 2017 8:47 PM
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