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Rick Santorum

Find out the latest news about Rick Santorum, a Republican politician and former U.S. senator of Pennsylvania. Discover the most recent headlines about the former presidential hopeful, who finished second to Mitt Romney in the 2012 Republican primaries. Santorum is an ardent opponent of same-sex marriage and the LGBT rights movement, which led writer and pundit Dan Savage to redefine the politician's last name as a word that equates to bodily fluids. Learn about Santorum and other opponents of gay rights.

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Rick Santorum

CNN Finally Fires Rick Santorum

Which Modern Family Star Shot Down Rick Santorum?

Eric Stonestreet shot down the antigay politician's request during a Washington party.

Santorum to Walker on Marriage Equality: 'Spouses Matter'

Santorum has pounced on Scott Walker's wife Tonette admitting she's 'torn' on the issue of same-sex marriage as an apparent weakness in Walker's resolve on the issue.

Rick Santorum on Liberals And Gym Showers

Santorum compares the schism between conservatives and liberals to the players in the American Revolution.

Rick Santorum Has Thoughts on Buttigieg's Sexuality, Trump's Affairs

The homophobic former senator was put in an uncomfortable position during a CNN panel.

CNN's Newest Employee: Rick Santorum

The former senator and longtime enemy of LGBT rights is now a senior political commentator.

How Liberace Inspired Marco Rubio (Yes, Really)

After finishing in third place in Iowa, Rubio's benefiting from more attention, although it may not be as flattering as he would hope.

Rick Santorum Ends Campaign for President

The former U.S. senator from Pennsylvania's resounding defeat in Iowa was apparently the death knell for his floundering bid for the White House.

Republicans Ramp Up Homophobia as Iowa Caucuses

Donald Trump, Ted Cruz, Marco Rubio, and others are appealing to prejudices.

GOP UNDERCARD DEBATE: Digs at Media, Clinton, Obama

Carly Fiorina gets personal toward Hillary Clinton, and Jim Gilmore participates in only his second debate.

GOP DEBATE: Huckabee, Santorum, Fiorina Blast Dems

Plus: Carly Fiorina takes a shot at Hillary Clinton's marriage; Mike Huckabee urges Americans to pray; Rick Santorum talks about children's need for a mother and father.

Why Rick Santorum Says Electing Ted Cruz Could Lead to Polygamy

A battle over the votes of social conservatives in Iowa again has Ted Cruz being called weak on marriage equality opposition.

GOP Undercard Debate: U.S. in Danger of Another 9/11

The candidates in the early debate claim President Obama hasn't done enough to fight terrorism, but they also decry Donald Trump's call to keep Muslims from immigrating to the U.S.

Santorum: Trans Support Leads to 'Gender Confusion'

And that's dangerous, says the famously anti-LGBT presidential aspirant.

7 Cringe-Worthy Moments From Rick Santorum's Appearance on 'The View'

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Rick Santorum

Eric Stonestreet shot down the antigay politician's request during a Washington party.

Santorum has pounced on Scott Walker's wife Tonette admitting she's 'torn' on the issue of same-sex marriage as an apparent weakness in Walker's resolve on the issue.

Santorum compares the schism between conservatives and liberals to the players in the American Revolution.

The homophobic former senator was put in an uncomfortable position during a CNN panel.

The former senator and longtime enemy of LGBT rights is now a senior political commentator.

After finishing in third place in Iowa, Rubio's benefiting from more attention, although it may not be as flattering as he would hope.

The former U.S. senator from Pennsylvania's resounding defeat in Iowa was apparently the death knell for his floundering bid for the White House.

Donald Trump, Ted Cruz, Marco Rubio, and others are appealing to prejudices.

Carly Fiorina gets personal toward Hillary Clinton, and Jim Gilmore participates in only his second debate.

Plus: Carly Fiorina takes a shot at Hillary Clinton's marriage; Mike Huckabee urges Americans to pray; Rick Santorum talks about children's need for a mother and father.

A battle over the votes of social conservatives in Iowa again has Ted Cruz being called weak on marriage equality opposition.

The candidates in the early debate claim President Obama hasn't done enough to fight terrorism, but they also decry Donald Trump's call to keep Muslims from immigrating to the U.S.

And that's dangerous, says the famously anti-LGBT presidential aspirant.