How 3 Openly Queer Governors Are Fighting For Progressive Causes
Amidst a tense national political landscape, Govs. Polis, Healey, and Kotek champion LGBTQ+ rights, exemplifying state-led progressiveness.
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Politics
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.
House Democrats Support Gaetz’s Motion to Remove McCarthy as Speaker
In a “Dear Colleague” letter, Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, the Democratic leader, announced his party’s support for the motion to vacate the chair.
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Hypocrite Matt Gaetz Is Trying to Oust Speaker McCarthy for Working with Dems
The unprecedented move by the Florida congressman escalates internal GOP warfare, putting Speaker McCarthy’s leadership under siege amid budgetary negotiations.
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Who Is Laphonza Butler, California's New, History-Making U.S. Senator?
Butler, a Black lesbian, has a long record of history-making activism.
October 02 2023 3:49 PM
George Santos Really Wants You to Meet His Husband
He name-dropped his husband in solemn tribute to late Sen. Feinstein, inciting a blend of humor and confusion across social media.
October 02 2023 1:00 PM
Gavin Newsom Chooses Queer Democratic Activist Laphonza Butler to Fill Dianne Feinstein’s Senate Seat
Laphonza Butler makes history as the first out person of color in the Senate.
October 02 2023 12:23 AM
Donatella Versace Blasts the Italian Government’s Wave of Anti-LGBTQ+ Policies
In an impassioned speech at an award ceremony last Sunday, the designer denounced Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s far-right-led coalition for ongoing measures to restrict LGBTQ+ rights.
October 01 2023 1:00 PM
Pete Buttigieg Has to Keep Explaining to Republicans That Seasons Aren't Climate Change
The Secretary of Transportation finds himself repeatedly schooling the GOP on the difference between seasons and climate change.
September 30 2023 10:00 AM
Dianne Feinstein: An LGBTQ+ Rights Champion
Feinstein was slow to embrace marriage equality but eventually did, and she supported the community in other ways.
September 29 2023 7:00 PM
Homophobe Matt Gaetz Seeks Democratic Alliance to Oust McCarthy Amid Shutdown Drama: Report
In a rare crossover, Rep. Matt Gaetz courts House Democrats to unseat Speaker Kevin McCarthy, intensifying GOP discord as the shutdown clock ticks.
September 29 2023 6:30 PM
Equality Democrats Blast Republicans' Bigoted Amendments in Funding Bills
As a government shutdown looms, the Equality Caucus decries anti-LGBTQ+ bill riders.
September 29 2023 6:00 PM
How a Federal Government Shutdown Will and Won't Affect You
As House Republicans continue to dither and blockade, here's what to expect.
September 29 2023 5:30 PM
From AIDS to Assassinations, Sen. Feinstein Was Always There for Us
David Mixner, Dianne Feinstein's friend and colleague for over 40 years, shares thoughts about her strength of character.
September 29 2023 2:41 PM
Dianne Feinstein Remembered by Political Leaders as a 'Titan' in the U.S. Senate
The nation mourns a trailblazer in politics, advocate for women’s rights, and champion for LGBTQ+ equality.
September 29 2023 12:36 PM
Sen. Dianne Feinstein, Trailblazing LGBTQ+ Rights Advocate, Dies at 90
Feinstein leaves legacy of championing women’s and LGBTQ+ rights.
September 29 2023 9:16 AM
Lauren Boebert Under Fire for Horrifying Transphobic Comments About Pentagon Official
Boebert's Democratic colleagues were quick to come to the official's defense.
September 28 2023 6:14 PM
Sylvia Swayne Aims to Make History as Alabama’s First Trans State Representative
Swayne came in second during a primary this week and will head to a runoff election.
September 28 2023 1:00 PM
Republicans Again Try to Use Gov't Funding Bills to Target LGBTQ+ People
Late-night amendment to halt anti-discrimination orders follows a disturbing pattern of defunding LGBTQ+ projects.
September 28 2023 12:00 PM
Biden Administration Looks to Protect LGBTQ+ Foster Kids With New Rule
The Department of Health and Human Services' proposed rule is in keeping with the Biden administration's promise to support LGBTQ+ youth.
September 28 2023 10:00 AM
Transphobia Runs Amok at Second Republican Presidential Debate
Calls for national bans on gender-affirming care plus an assertion that trans people are mentally ill marked the event.
September 28 2023 12:50 AM