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Mattachine Steps, leading to Harry Hay's former home in Los Angeles
History

All about the Mattachine Society, the first enduring U.S. gay rights group

The organization thrived from the 1950s into the 1970s.

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Theater

The Trouble With Harry

Gay playwright Jon Marans tackles the Mattachine Society -- with the help of Ugly Betty star Michael Urie -- in his new play, The Temperamentals.

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Voices

Mayor Pete, Don't Forget the Queer, Trans Radicals Who Got You Here

The Advocate's editorial director wants to remind the presidential hopeful he owes his prestigious position to the folks behind LGBTQ media.

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Hot Sheet

Hot Sheet: Ke$ha to Lochte and Everything in Between

The top 10 entertainment highlights on our gaydar this week: Idols, Olympians, and celluloid classics.