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Marriage Equality in 'Best Interests' of Kids, Pediatricians Say

The influential group said it released the policy change so that the Supreme Court justices would be able to consider it.

Right-Wingers: Court Doesn't Change God's Law

Michele Bachmann and others cited the Bible and the 'best interest of children' in denouncing today's rulings.

The New Annuity

A New Generation of Variable Annuities, Saving, Finding the Best Interest Rates

Utah Judge Reinstates Lesbian Foster Moms -- For Now

But the legal fight over the 'best interests' of the 9-month-old girl drags on. 

Feds: Let Trans Employees Pee in Peace

OSHA's new guidelines make it clear why allowing trans employees to self-determine their restrooms is in everyone's best interests.

Two States Could Let Gay Couples Be Excluded in Adoptions

Opponents call the bills a 'license to discriminate' and say they prioritize an adoption agency's beliefs over the best interests of the child seeking a home.

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Houston Mayor Withdraws Subpoenas Issued to Antigay Pastors

The subpoenas have drawn much wrath from the right, but Mayor Annise Parker said she was not giving in to critics but serving the best interest of Houston.

Seattle Mayor Ed Murray Won't Seek Reelection Amid Abuse Allegations

Murray, the city's first out gay mayor, has denied the allegations but says it's in the city's best interest if he doesn't run again.

Italian Lesbians Win Adoption Victory

Despite its refusal to support same-sex couples through marriage equality, an Italian court conceded that stable, loving parents, LGBT or not, may be in a child's best interests.

Wyoming bill could take trans kids from parents

House Bill 156 would define gender-affirming care to be "not in the best interest" of youth in the state. The bill affects guardianships, custody fights, and child protective services.

The Penultimate Anticlimax

Want to know how to make the American Idol season finale even less interesting? Kick the best singer off before it ever happens, that's how.

Donna Rose on Why She Resigned as the Only Transgender Member of HRC's Board

Though Donna Rose resigned as the first and only transgender member of the Human Rights Campaign's board of directors on Wednesday, she has no hard feelings toward the organization. "I really believe that the board feels as though they have the best interest of the LGBT community in mind even though the end result doesn't appear that way," she told The Advocate, adding that work she has done with HRC has provided some her "proudest" moments.

Tennessee bill permitting anti-LGBTQ+ foster and adoptee parents passes House

Critics contend LGBTQ+ children could be placed in homes hostile to their sexual and gender identity.

Beto O'Rourke, Pro-LGBTQ Democrat, Leaves Presidential Race

O'Rourke pledged to support whoever wins the Democratic nomination.

Butler's President Says Lawmakers Damaged Indiana

Would you feel welcome at Indiana colleges and universities?