The Advocates 2024: Drag king Mark Anthony
The U.K. performer is creating visibility and inclusivity for fellow cabaret artists who don't necessarily fit the mainstream mold.
June 28 2024 1:36 PM
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Rep. Robert Garcia: 'The Army that defeated Hitler and saved the world included drag queens'
The California Democrat expertly demolished a Republican proposal to ban drag shows on military bases — but it passed the House of Representatives anyways.
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This small Vermont town is going all out for its first Pride celebration
Pride of Woodstock VT's cochairs tell The Advocate how they built the town's inaugural Pride Month celebration from the ground up.
May 28 2024 6:00 AM
6 of South Dakota GOP Gov. Kristi Noem's craziest moments
From bragging about killing a puppy to lying about meeting North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un, Kristi Noem keeps getting more ridiculous.
May 08 2024 12:37 PM
Get ready for a sizzling summer at Fire Island Pines in 2024
The premier gay resort destination kicks off the 2024 summer season with tea dances, parties, and speedos.
May 03 2024 9:00 AM
North Carolina restaurant countersues anti-drag protesters over ‘groomer’ and ‘pedophile’ smears
In a heated legal battle, East Frank Superette & Kitchen is defending its drag events against false allegations of child grooming.
May 01 2024 8:30 AM
5 questions for the 4 new queens of 'We're Here'
Season 4 stars Jaida Essence Hall, Sasha Velour, Priyanka, and Latrice Royale talk about what life is really like for LGBTQ+ folks in small town America — and why it's important to keep fighting extremist opposition.
April 26 2024 3:50 PM
Nymphia Wind hopes to represent Asian excellence after winning 'Drag Race'
After making herstory, this crowned queen is ready to take on the world.
April 26 2024 8:00 AM
Queens from 'RuPaul's Drag Race Live' aren't backing down from any scary bans or threats
The stars of the hit Las Vegas show are taking fans backstage and speaking up when it matters most.
April 25 2024 8:12 AM
Smithsonian responds after report of ending long-held drag shows following Republican angst (exclusive)
Reports found drag shows disappeared from the Smithsonian's calendar after institution leader Lonnie Bunch told House Republicans he'd "look into" them. Here's what really happened.
April 18 2024 11:46 AM
Police arrest Russian nightclub employees over drag show
Performers were stripped half-naked and forced to lie on the ground with patrons during the raid, which was caught on video.
March 21 2024 2:24 PM
More than 60 religious institutions have been targeted for supporting LGBTQ+ rights: report
At least 66 incidents occurred between June 2022 and January 2024 in which a religious institution was targeted for its perceived support of LGBTQ+ people.
February 25 2024 1:30 PM
Oregon’s newest Republican lawmaker says LGBTQ+ support is akin to child abuse
Dwayne Yunker, the newest member of Oregon's House of Representatives, said he isn’t afraid to be called a "Christian Nationalist" or "homophonic" (sic).
February 01 2024 7:00 AM
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' Drag Ban Can't Be Enforced, Supreme Court Rules
Florida cannot enforce the ban on drag shows while the state appeals an earlier decision by a federal judge who ruled the ban unconstitutional.
November 17 2023 10:59 AM
Montana's Drag Show Ban Still Blocked in New Court Ruling
The ruling continues a stay that saved Helena Pride.
October 16 2023 12:35 PM
Pro-Equality Lawmakers Demand Removal of Anti-LGBTQ+ Sections From Defense Bill
The House version of the National Defense Authorization Act includes bans on trans health care, Pride flags, drag shows, and more.
September 21 2023 6:20 PM
Pentagon Officials Fear Anti-LGBTQ+ Laws Could Impact Military Readiness
The attacks on the LGBTQ+ community has dire consequences across American society.
June 08 2023 4:38 PM
Military Chief Defends Cancellation of Drag Show at Nevada Military Base
It was “the absolute right thing to do,” Mark Milley told CNN.
June 06 2023 9:50 AM
Florida Traffic Sign Hacked to Display 'Kill All Gays'
The incident occurred on the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia.
May 19 2023 11:00 AM
The Advocate's CEO Reflects on International Drag Day
"Drag is much more than just performance," writes Mark Berryhill.