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Libs of TikTok Is Livid Over Froot Loops Wanting Kids to Read

The cereal brand’s initiative to offer a free library focused on diversity and inclusion faces backlash from conservative commentators, igniting a debate on social media.

From legitimacy to uncertainty, Advocate readers reflect on 10 years of marriage equality and what comes next

The Advocate asked the community to tell us how the Obergefell ruling impacted them and their relationships. Here's what they said.

Actor and Family Man Cheyenne Jackson on Balancing it All

The entertainer and our January/February cover star opens up about juggling a bustling career, happy marriage, and two precocious kindergartners.

Chasten Buttigieg, Gracing Our Pride Cover, Talks Pence, Pete, and Being a Daddy

Some political spouses shy away from controversy, but Chasten is no shrinking violet. He’s passionate, caring, and pissed off — and ready to stand up to bullies.

Sheryl Lee Ralph teaches us about being an LGBTQ+ ally: ‘Things are changing once again’

Our Advocate of the Year has a long legacy of allyship, from founding an HIV/AIDS charity to talking about pronouns on social media.

Uncanceling Kathy Griffin: The Advocate of the Year on sexiness, censorship, and her love of the gays

"If it wasn't for the gay community, I wouldn't have been able to come back," Griffin tells The Advocate.

'Star Trek: Picard' Introduces a Queer Romance With a Fan Favorite

Fans rejoiced that a long-running character is "canonically bisexual."

Nancy Pelosi honors those lost to AIDS epidemic with Gay Men's Chorus of D.C. during WorldPride

The exhibit of the AIDS Memorial Quilt at the venerable St. Thomas’ Parish in Washington, D.C., features panels for the Gay Men's Chorus of Washington members who died of the disease.

PFLAG Rescinds Award to Joy Reid Over Antigay Blog Posts

The MSNBC host claims her blog was hacked, and the antigay posts were not written by her.

LGBTQ+ Books Given Warning Labels in Florida School District

Collier County Public Schools in Florida added the warnings to physical and online versions of books.

15 Gay Founding Fathers, Mothers, and their straight allies

Was Benjamin Franklin gay? Was Alexander Hamilton bisexual? Was Betsy Ross stitching a sapphic revolution? Learn more about these queer patriots and their straight allies.

'The Heat': First Lesbian Buddy Cop Movie?

Well, maybe not exactly, but the elements are there in this very enjoyable comedy. Diane Anderson-Minshall interviews director Paul Feig.

Why I'm protecting privacy in our connected world

Learn how one organization is working to defend As legislation aimed at protecting minors online threatens to censor essential LGBTQ+ content and other vital information, how one organization is workingpotentially infringing on privacy and stifling free expression under the guise of safety. How one organization is working on

Why Are So Many Gay Millennials Alone?

Technology makes hooking up easier but intimacy harder. Photographer Leo Chang explores connections outside the social media gloss.

Lafayette College Faced Its Antigay Past by Saving Its LGBTQ History

Once ranked the most homophobic institution of higher learning in America, Lafayette is now leading the way with its Queer Archives Project.

Remembering queer lives lost to hate

Insufficient Memory sheds light on forgotten stories of LGBTQ+ individuals murdered.

It Gets Better Project changes name amid challenging landscape for LGBTQ+ youth (exclusive)

With a new name and website, the organization adapts its mission to offer broader support for LGBTQ+ youth, navigating challenges and expanding its reach across America.

Meet the transgender lawyer leading a bold fight to show Supreme Court justices that trans lives matter


“Every day, I fight to prove that transness is something to be celebrated, not eradicated,” Chase Strangio tells The Advocate.

Digital persecution of LGBTQ+ individuals in the MENA region

LGBTQ+ individuals in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region face imprisonment and violence for expressing their identities online, while major platforms like Meta fail to protect them. Human Rights Watch's Rasha Younes writes on how we can create safer digital spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals.

Breaking down barriers in mental health equity

Supporting LGBTQ+ youths' mental health is crucial. How can we ensure all young people have access to the support they need to thrive?'

The Triumphant Return of Kevin Keller

Writer-artist Dan Parent on the future of Kevin Keller and his new Gotham-set solo series.