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Who is Rob Jetten: Meet The Netherlands' new gay Prime Minister

Here's everything we know about Rob Jetten the new Dutch PM!

Dutch Politicians Hold Hands to Condemn Attack on Gay Couple

Alexander Pechtold and Wouter Koolmees were seen holding hands outside the Dutch parliament in a show of solidarity after a gay couple was beaten while walking hand-in-hand on Sunday.

Tourists Cancel Trips to Iowa Following Rep. Steve King's Racist Tweet

Steve King is known for his anti-LGBT and anti-immigrant stances, but now, his bigoted Tweet and subsequent remarks may threaten possible revenue for the state. 

Steve King Claims Wide Support for 'Somebody Else's Babies' Tweet

The congressman says his message was not racist and has support from fellow Republicans -- some of whom say not so.

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Identity Politics Forever

Politicians don't need to stop reaching out to minority groups -- they have to remind the majority that everyone deserves equality and opportunity.

WATCH: Russian Pol Says Gays Rape Kids, Fake Hate Crimes

Parliament member Vitaly Milonov made numerous inflammatory statements to a French journalist who encountered him at St. Petersburg's Queer Fest.

Far-Right Homophobe Named Ambassador to Netherlands

A former congressman who introduced nine anti-LGBT bills will negotiate relations with the first nation to legalize same-sex marriage.

Dutch government grants asylum to Iranian gays

The Dutch government has granted special asylum rights to Iranian gays, despite earlier comments by immigration minister Rita Verdonk (pictured) that they would be safe in their home country as long as they were discreet.

Trump’s Muslim Ban Could Be a Death Sentence for Many LGBTs

This revised travel ban remains completely unacceptable, writes Jessica Stern of OutRight International.

Gay POC Elected Mayor of One of Nation's Largest Cities

Todd Gloria was victorious this week and is now mayor-elect of San Diego.

Uganda's 'Jail the Gays' Author: Massive Aid Cuts 'Worth It'

Ugandan Parliament member David Bahati said despite losing more than $115 million in international aid because the country's draconian 'anti-homosexuality' law, the price is worth it to protect African morality.

Ugandan Lesbian Evicted, Citing 'Jail the Gays' Law

In a handwritten note, the landlord admits that the tenant is a 'wonderful woman,' but says she is 'depraved' for being a lesbian.

As Aid Cuts Continue, Ugandan Officials Not Concerned

A Ugandan journalist sums up the response of Ugandan officials to news that more than $115 million in international aid will be diverted from the East African government in response to its passage of draconian anti-LGBT legislation.

Op-ed: Why Malaysia Flight 17 Could Hurt LGBT Ukrainians

Ratcheted-up support following the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 could result in less pressure on Kiev to protect and respect LGBT Ukrainians.

Europe Weighs in on the Upcoming Election

Making his way across Amsterdam and the U.K. to chat up Europeans and Americans living abroad on the upcoming U.S. elections, Christopher Lisotta finds that many people are more fed up than we are -- and nearly all see the potential for change in Barack Obama.

This Gay Man Could Be the Next Mayor of San Diego

Todd Gloria is widely acknowledged as the front-runner in the race to be mayor of California's second-largest city.

13 LGBTQ+ British Royals in History

Historians have pegged several as likely members of the community, and in the 21st century at least one is out and proud.

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