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Despite Book Bans, LGBTQ+ Fiction Sales Soar

Between May 2022 and May 2023, 6.1 million LGBTQ+ fiction books were sold.

Dear Target: Please Ban the Threatening Customers, Not Your Pride Products

Target has long been ahead of the curve on inclusive policies — don't stop now, writes The Advocate's owner.

Target Removes Pride Items After Threats to Employees’ Safety

Anti-LGBTQ+ customers have apparently confronted employees and thrown Pride items around.

Recession? What Recession?

Prevailing market wisdom says gays are less affected by economic downturns than heterosexuals. But how wise is that wisdom?

Bill Moyers, Gay-Baiter

Before he became the self-righteous scold of the liberal television commentariat, Moyers served as a special assistant to Lyndon Johnson, during which time he ordered investigations to expose gays.

LGBTQ100 Index Launches, Spotlights Companies Acting as Allies

Amazon, Coca-Cola, Microsoft, and Apple made the debut list. 

In Gay We Trust: Devising a Plan for Mourning in America

The long-term emotional trauma after the pandemic has yet to be spoken about seriously on a public stage. It's time to start the discussion. 

Peter Kalisch's 'Empty Mirror' Shows Queer Noise, Sex, and Narcissism

The video, screening at Outfest, is an orgiastic commentary on "fame-obsessed culture."

J.K. Rowling stoops even lower, mocks hate-crime law & dares police to arrest her

Oh, and the British Prime Minister defended her behavior.

Study: Many Women Prefer Gay Male Porn Because It's 'Authentic'

Gay porn performers seem to actually enjoy their work, according to a study of female porn watchers.

Buttigieg's Complicated Relationship With LGBTQ Media Is Relatable

The mayor isn't the only LGBTQ person who gets frustrated with queer media, but it remains absolutely necessary, writes Amanda Kerri.

Violence, Lack of Inclusion Make Film Choices Challenging

More guns and less diversity leave LGBT families lacking for choices at the movies.

The Impact of Bareback Porn

Is condom-free video affecting our real-life sex?

Nielsen TV Ratings Now Count Same-Sex Couples

The data measurement company just got more inclusive of LGBTQ people.

WATCH: Idaho GOP Desperate to Halt Marriage Equality

A novel solution to the so-called gay marriage problem: wipe out large swaths of the federal court system.

​What Are the New Guidelines for Gay and Bi Men Donating Blood?

The discriminatory blood ban based on sexual orientation is over, but what does that mean?

House OK's Bill to Help Workplace Harassment Survivors Come Forward

The bill would invalidate nondisclosure agreements for those who've survived sexual assault or harassment on the job.

Hundreds Arrive After Eatery Owner's LGBT Support Goes Viral

Business is booming at the Wisconsin restaurant Gracie's Gyros and Wraps, after its owner schooled an antigay commenter on Facebook.