Smithsonian Cancels AAPI Literature Festival Leaving Trans Authors Upset
Organizers say they expect a more forthcoming answer about why the event, which included a trans and nonbinary reading room, was suddenly scrapped.
August 11, 2023
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Maulik Pancholy Named To White House Commission
'Whitney' co-star Maulik Pancholy was named to an advisory commission to the White House.
April 27, 2014
California appeals court rejects challenge to same-sex marriage ban
In a 2-1 ruling, judges on the California court of appeal said Thursday that the state may continue to deny same-sex couples the right to marry.
October 5, 2006
More Rights Than Marriage Hinge on Prop. 8 Hearing
The passage of Prop. 8 not only eliminated marriage equality but also radically altered our state's constitution. Thursday's hearing will hopefully reverse it.
March 4, 2009
The Plight of an Asian Trans Man in Georgia Embodies ICE's Cruelty
Activists demand a prisoner be freed from the solitary confinement he's been held in for 15 months.
May 31, 2019
Crazy Queer Asians: We're at the LGBTQ Asian Conference!
The Advocate's Ashley Jiang and Monica Rodman take you to the National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Conference in San Francisco.
August 9, 2018
Advocates Push for Release of Trans Man Detained By ICE
The Transgender Law Center renewed a push this week to get Chin Tsui released home for the holidays.
December 18, 2019
In a First, Asian-American Lesbian Confirmed to Ambassador-Level Post
Chantale Wong, confirmed as U.S. director of the Asian Development Bank, is the first out lesbian and first LGBTQ+ person of color in an ambassador-level position.
February 8, 2022
Asian Religious Leaders: GOP 'Fairness' Act Isn't Fair Enough
It's a positive step, but still one they cannot support.
December 16, 2019
We 55 respectfully disagree
In an "open letter" to The Advocate and to LGBT people everywhere, more than four dozen prominent activists of color take issue with Jasmyne Cannick's commentary calling for LGBT equality to take priority over rights for illegal immigrants. Quoting Audre Lorde, they remind us, "There is no hierarchy of oppression."
April 11, 2006
19 Spectacular Photos of the Inaugural L.A. Drag March
Thousands marched on Santa Monica Boulevard.
May 10, 2023
Which Country in the World Supports Marriage Equality the Most?
Nigeria was lowest in among countries surveyed by the Pew Research Center, while the U.S. came in around the middle. But what country supported it the most?
November 28, 2023
BD Wong, Activist Amazin LeThi on Being Asian and LGBTQ+ in 2020
On AAPI Day Against Bullying and Hate, athlete Amazin LeThi and actor BD Wong discuss racism, representation, and relying on your community.
May 22, 2020
Op-ed: How a Renowned Gay Writer Made the FBI's Most Wanted List
Strong credentials in LGBT academia shrouded Walter Lee Williams's dirty secrets.
June 24, 2013
Stacey Milbern, Queer Disability Rights Activist, Remembered on Doodle
"Stacey was a pioneer for disability justice and intersectionality. Her life experiences led her to empower and revitalize others," her sister said.
May 20, 2022
LGBT Groups Seek Justice for Slain Black Teen
The letter stressed that 'all movements of equality are deeply connected.'
August 13, 2014