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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.

Champions of Pride 2023: Comedian and Author Fern Brady
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Champions of Pride 2023: Comedian and Author Fern Brady

In her new book, the bisexual comic offers an honest and humorous look at her life, from dealing with undiagnosed autism to becoming a rising star in stand-up.

Golden Girls
television

How the Gay Agenda Took Over TV

Matt Baume’s new book explores the fascinating relationship between queer history and the American sitcom.
Ellen and Kawaski Trawick
Police

Why Was This Gay Man Killed in His Kitchen?

Personal trainer Kawaski Trawick died at the hands of the NYPD. Activists say he would still be alive if trained mental health experts, and not cops responded to mental health calls.

Kent
Books

Bi, Black, Fat, Disabled: Clarkisha Kent Is All That and More

This fearless writer navigates numerous identities. Read an excerpt from her new book describing how she achieved self-acceptance.

Poppy Liu and Rachel Weisz
Arts & Entertainment

Poppy Liu on Their Curious Character in the Very Queer 'Dead Ringers'

Liu espouses on their character’s superpower as an assistant to Rachel Weisz’s brilliant twin obstetricians and what makes the show so deeply gay.

Asylum book
Immigration

LGBTQ+ Refugees in All Their Bravery and Beauty

A new book captures the humanity of people too often demonized.

Glenn Magpantay
Asian-Americans

Glenn Magpantay Is One of the Most Powerful Asian American Gay Men in the Nation

Now advising President Biden and Congress, Magpantay is helping America live up to its promise.

Everybody's Talking About Jamie
Arts & Entertainment

Drag Babies: Everybody's Talking About Jamie (en Español)

A new Mexican production proves a popular musical’s message is universal.

Dr. Jesse Ehrenfeld
Health

Meet the Gay Combat Vet Who Will Run the American Medical Association

Dr. Jesse Ehrenfeld on LGBTQ+ health and his plans to protect trans and queer youth.
JC Leyendecker
Art
Badge
gallery

11 Homoerotic Ads, Covers From 20th Century Gay Artist J.C. Leyendecker

Leyendecker's queer aesthetic pre-dated both Norman Rockwell and Tom of Finland and helped shape modern America.

PFLAG rally
History

1973: When the LGBTQ+ Movement Caught Fire

Stonewall shook the establishment, but four years later (and 50 years ago), queer rights started to take over the mainstream.

Laura Jane Grace
Music

Laura Jane Grace’s Rebel Yell Is a Call to Action for Trans Fans

The Against Me! founder is harnessing queer anger and funneling it into a raucous, cathartic tour.
Real Friends of West Hollywood
television

Why Do Gay Men Hate Gay Reality Stars?

The pile-on was almost immediate for The Real Friends of WeHo. But was the queer hate for the gay reality show irrational or appropriate?

George Santos on the cover of The Advocate
Exclusives

LGBTQ+ Republicans: What a Joke

The GOP decided long ago that scapegoating the community is more valuable than courting it. Will that ever change?

Melisa Raouf
Women

A Beauty Queen Without Makeup?

Pageant finalist Melisa Raouf is highlighting inner beauty and calling out unrealistic standards.

PASSAGES
Exclusives

Farewell to LGBTQ+ People and Allies Who’ve Recently Died

Remembering some of the LGBTQ+ people and allies who died earlier this year.

Greece Pride
Exclusives

Tracking 2022's LGBTQ+ Gains and Losses Across the Globe

From Japan to Argentina, this year saw uneven movement for equality.
Advocate People of the Year luncheon
People
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gallery

15 Images of Queer Joy at The Advocate's People of the Year Party

Kevin Aviance, Dot-Marie Jones, Amanda Bearse, and Mrs. Kasha Davis were among the celebrities toasting 2022's heroes.

clea
Exclusives

Clea DuVall on Relating to High School’s Queer Story and Timelessness

Creator Clea DuVall chats with The Advocate about High School, Tegan and Sara, and being queer in the '90s.