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Where do Kamala Harris and Donald Trump stand on LGBTQ+ rights?

From gay marriage to transgender health care, we break down the presidential candidates' positions.

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The Fall of the House of Ziegler: Moms for Liberty, a threesome, and a failed political dynasty

Christian and Bridget Ziegler were the Florida Republican power couple. That is until a sex scandal and allegations of rape pushed the two out of the GOP hierarchy.

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Which states teach LGBTQ+ topics in school? Here are the 7 states with inclusive curricula

In a time when queer education is under attack, few states have instead opted to protect it.

NY congressional candidates Tom Suozzi Mazi Pilip replace george santos seat

Politics

George Santos' replacement: What you need to know about the New York election today

Tuesday's special election looks to be a close race between Democrat Tom Suozzi and Republican Mazi Pilip.

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North Carolina's 'don't say gay' law and anti-trans sports statute challenged by activists

The Campaign for Southern Equality filed a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education, saying these statutes violate federal law.

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Judge tosses Disney suit claiming Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis retaliated over 'don't say gay' critique

Disney hasn't shown it was harmed by the state's takeover of a special district previously controlled by the company, Judge Allen Winsor said.

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Trump wins New Hampshire primary, but Haley's not dropping out (yet)

Nikki Haley, the last Republican standing against Trump, was defiant when she addressed her supporters.

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10 States That Passed the Worst Anti-LGBTQ+ Laws in 2023

2023 was a record year for anti-LGBTQ+ legislation at the state level. Here's a look at the worst of many heinous bills.

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Florida Bill Could Restrict All LGBTQ+ Nonprofits

The proposal would stop any contractor or organization receiving state funds from activity that considers individuals gender identity or sexual orientation.

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From gay marriage to transgender health care, we break down the presidential candidates' positions.

Christian and Bridget Ziegler were the Florida Republican power couple. That is until a sex scandal and allegations of rape pushed the two out of the GOP hierarchy.

In a time when queer education is under attack, few states have instead opted to protect it.

After 19 protesters were arrested when the legislature passed a sweeping anti-LGBTQ+ bill, lawmakers are considering new punishments — which civil rights activists say could limit free speech.

In an episode of Advocate Today, two editors break down the week in LGBTQ+ news.

Florida's war on progress was rejected by an unlikely figure.

Tuesday's special election looks to be a close race between Democrat Tom Suozzi and Republican Mazi Pilip.

LGBTQ+ advocates have repeatedly voiced outrage at Bridget Ziegler — not because it was revealed she had a sexual relationship with a woman, but because she's supported Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis's anti-LGBTQ+ policies.

The Campaign for Southern Equality filed a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education, saying these statutes violate federal law.

Disney hasn't shown it was harmed by the state's takeover of a special district previously controlled by the company, Judge Allen Winsor said.

Nikki Haley, the last Republican standing against Trump, was defiant when she addressed her supporters.

2023 was a record year for anti-LGBTQ+ legislation at the state level. Here's a look at the worst of many heinous bills.

The judge called the ban “incredibly broad” and noted the law has already resulted in the removal of hundreds of books from Iowa libraries.

The law threatens gay-straight alliances and is causing other harms to LGBTQ+ youth.

A similar bill proposed by the same sponsor failed last year.

Bridget Ziegler stood beside Republican GOP Gov. Ron DeSantis as he signed the state's infamous "don't say gay" law.

The Buncombe County district is violating Title IX by implementing the law, according to the groups.

Such laws make people less likely to relocate to those states, says a University of Houston study.

Is Disney World joining the ”don’t say gay” movement in Florida?

The differences between the governor of California and the governor of Florida were stark.

The proposal would stop any contractor or organization receiving state funds from activity that considers individuals gender identity or sexual orientation.