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The Advocate is the world's leading source of LGBT news and politics. Discover the most recent articles published in the print issue, which is the oldest and largest gay magazine in the United States. Sort through The Advocate print issue archives to find articles written by the founders of the modern-day LGBT rights movement like Vito Russo and Gore Vidal. Find out about the historic magazine that was inspired by a police raid of a Los Angeles gay bar and has grown to become a prominent voice for topics related to the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender community and its allies.

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News

Is queer media in crisis? A new report shows the way forward

LGBTQ+ media is in danger — but all is not lost.

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Politics

These cities are stepping up to provide sanctuary to trans people

As the Trump administration targets the transgender community at the federal level, there are cities looking to protect trans youth.
​Navy Commander Emily Shilling and an illustration of American soldier Deborah Sampson
History

Trans service members have always been part of U.S. history

Across centuries of wars, bans, and battles for recognition, trans military members have answered the call. Now they're fighting for their right to do so.

Colby King
People

Meet the activist teaching LGBTQ+ youth of color the value of their art

Colby King seeks to teach young queer POC about the financial possibilities of their culture and art.

Fernando Carsa
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Queer actor Fernando Casa is ready to take on the world

The Acapulco star opens up about his queerness, making dreams come true, and what's next.

​Miles Heizer in the Netflix series Boots
Cover Stories

'Boots': How a closeted Marine's story became a Netflix show

The timely Netflix series stars Miles Heizer as a young gay man discovering himself and a brotherhood while serving in the military.

the nyc gay mens chorus on stage in 1981 and a modern-day member singing on stage
History

Rebel song: A history of gay men's choruses

Born out of activism decades ago, gay men's choruses have continued to be a force for change in the queer community.

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History

Keeping the record queer with LGBTQ+ archives

Maintaining our queer history records will help keep them safe and available to all.

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Arts & Entertainment

The history and future of sapphic festival The Dinah

The Dinah's creator is looking to pass the torch after 34 years, but promises the storied sapphic event will go on.
WorldPride 2025: A global get-together in photos
Photography

WorldPride 2025: A global get-together in photos

WorldPride came to Washington this year for a joyous and peaceful celebration.

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Print Issue

Queer adults aren't just obsessed with astrology — they believe in it.

Research reveals that LGBTQ+ people are more likely to consult the stars for answers.

​Li Nowlin-Sohl and Jennifer Levi and Jose Abrigo
News

Meet 5 LGBTQ+ lawyers standing up to Donald Trump to protect trans Americans

These legal stars are currently fighting to protect trans and queer people's rights in this country.
​Freddie Lutz and Johnny Cervantes in formal wedding attire standing under a rainbow umbrella
News

Meet the Virginia gay bar owner who married his partner in front of 100,000 strangers

Freddie Lutz and his longtime partner, Johnny Cervantes, got hitched during WorldPride…on a float.

Josh Sorbe running in a marathon with hundreds of other participants
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Josh Sorbe is using his voice on Capitol Hill to fight for LGBTQ+ rights

In our 2025 Thriving Under 30 feature, we highlight several young LGBTQ+ activists and advocates who are already changing the world.

Raelee Sweet was born to be an activist — and is now mentoring future LGBTQ+ leaders
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Raelee Sweet was born to be an activist — and is now mentoring future LGBTQ+ leaders

In our 2025 Thriving Under 30 feature, we highlight several young LGBTQ+ activists and advocates who are already changing the world.

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​Learn why activist Jae Douglas is so dedicated to helping other LGBTQ+ Floridians

In our 2025 Thriving Under 30 feature, we highlight several young LGBTQ+ activists and advocates who are already changing the world.

Jenna Smith
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Meet the 21-year-old Rhodes Scholar fighting for the wrongfully incarcerated

In our 2025 Thriving Under 30 feature, we highlight several young LGBTQ+ activists and advocates, like Jenna Smith, who are already changing the world.

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Exclusives

NYC's West Village was the birthplace of Pride. Now it's a battleground for survival.

New York City’s West Village has long been a haven for queer people, but gentrification threatens to displace those elders who helped it thrive.

Benjamin Coy
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Benjamin Coy is using his voice to amplify the voices of others

In our 2025 Thriving Under 30 feature, we highlight several young LGBTQ+ activists and advocates who are already changing the world.

The most banned author in America refuses to be silenced
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The most banned author in America refuses to be silenced

No amount of bans will stop George M. Johnson, author of All Boys Aren’t Blue, from telling queer stories.