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A therapist's tips for coping with your 'valid' election season anxiety as an LGBTQ+ person

"It's natural to be pissed off and fearful and defensive. It's about accepting that and finding a way to challenge that," a licensed psychotherapist tells The Advocate.

13 LGBTQ+ content creators you need to follow this election season

From witty analysis to powerful advocacy, these content creators are here to cut through the noise and keep you informed.

Election season got you down? This crisis line is soothing LGBTQ+ mental health (exclusive)

As lawmakers target the community, the need for mental health services skyrockets. FOLX Health CEO Liana Douillet Guzmán tells The Advocate about a new service that's helping.

In the Era of Trump, LGBT People Notched Two Huge Victories

This election season has been a dark time, but quiet accomplishments were made in the midst of it.

WATCH LIVE: The First 2012 Presidential Debate

Watch President Obama and former governor Mitt Romney go head-to-head for the first time this election season.

No, Trump Is Not a Friend to LGBTQ+ People. Here's the Evidence

This election season, you may encounter people who don't think Trump really is a threat to LGBTQ+ people. Here's how to convince them he is.

New York Senate Shakeup Might Help Move Marriage Equality

New York's Republican senate majority leader, Joseph Bruno, a 32-year institution in the state senate, announced his retirement Tuesday just as the GOP and Democrats gird for an election season that will determine the fate of the chamber and, potentially, New York's gay marriage bill. Democrats need to pick up two seats this November in order to gain control of the chamber -- something most LGBT activists wager would hasten the process of getting a same-sex marriage bill to the desk of Gov. David Paterson, who has supported marriage equality since the mid '90s. Democratic strategists said Bruno's exit raises questions about how effectively the GOP can raise money in his absence and whether they can hold certain constituencies together.

The 2020 Election Is Here and It's Awful

Our community is already bringing bad blood and old feuds from 2016 into a must-win election, writes Amanda Kerri.

Why the 2024 elections will be a turning point for LGBTQ+ rights all over the world

LGBTQ+ people will witness elections that will determine their future in the United States, Russia, South Africa and beyond.

Michelle Obama Won't Back Down From Criticizing Trump

The first lady told People that just because she and her husband are aiding in the transition effort doesn't mean she takes back anything she said about Trump during the election.

Is Homophobia Still Prevalent in Politics?

What was a potent weapon in the days of Anita Bryant is now losing its cool in today's generation of progressives.

Our Activism Can't End With the Presidential Election

Voting on Tuesday won't guarantee our safety. We must be active at the state and local levels too.

Kamala, we need more than just a party invite—we need your voice on trans rights

Despite a strong record on LGBTQ+ issues, Vice President Kamala Harris' recent comments on trans rights leave some feeling overlooked as attacks on the trans community intensify ahead of the 2024 election, writes Marie-Adélina de la Ferrière.

Lori Lightfoot: LGBTQ+ Folks Know How to Win Rights and This Election

Our experience in winning hard fights will help us put Joe Biden over the top, says Chicago's lesbian mayor.

Rep. Lauren Boebert — Transphobe, Homophobe, Islamophobe — Reelected

The Colorado congresswoman represents the most extreme faction of the Republican caucus.

The VA Must Do Right by Trans Veterans

In a shocking move, the VA recently declared it would not cover gender-confirmation surgery. Congressman Mike Quigley is not pleased.

Add Sarah Paulson to List of Women Seeking to Play Trump

Paulson is ready to become the tweeter in chief.