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Washington reacts to deadly shooting at Pennsylvania Trump rally

A nation in shock responds to a shooting incident that injured former President Donald Trump.

How Barack Obama's Sexuality Became a News Topic in 2023: Report

A 1982 letter and unsupported claims have stoked speculative fires among conservative circles about Obama.

50 Years, 50 Heroes: Ashlee Marie Preston Thanks Barack Obama

For The Advocate's 50th anniversary, Ashlee Marie Preston, editor in chief of Wear Your Voice magazine, honors former President Barack Obama.

‘Let’s get to business’: ranking the top 10 stars and their best quotes from DNC 2024

Everything from McDonald's to childless cat ladies, Black jobs, Fox News, and first impressions.

Everyone Donald Trump has threatened since the Jeffrey Epstein scandal blew up in his face

From billion-dollar libel claims to wild payoff rumors, his blame list keeps growing. Here’s who’s on it.

Reactions to far-right activist Charlie Kirk’s death pour in across the political world

The far-right, anti-LGBTQ+ activist who advocated for more guns in American society was killed after being shot.

Barack Obama explains why he thinks all men need queer people in their lives

The former president appeared on Michelle Obama's podcast and shared his thoughts on why men should embrace the queer community rather than push them away.

‘Do something’: The Obamas urge action, Doug Emhoff shares love on DNC Night 2

Plus, a memorable state roll call included a transgender woman who shared her pronouns to cheers from the crowd.

The 14 funniest lines from last night’s roast of Donald Trump at the DNC

What innuendo was President Obama making when he mocked Trump with his obsession with crowd size, writes John Casey.

Obama Slams Book Bans in Open Letter to American Librarians

The former president took aim at the recent push by right-wing extremists to ban books from public and school libraries.

Obama Urges Women to Enter Politics

The former president is not pleased with men in power.

Barack Obama made history by publicly supporting same-sex marriages 12 years ago today

In the years since, the LGBTQ+ community has seen tremendous strides in the push toward equality, but much work remains to protect the rights of marginalized people.

Obama Points to Black Gay Rep's Haircut as an Example of Change

The former president praised the progressive cut of Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta and the power of hope.

 

To stop 'you know who,' let's join Obama and stop saying his name

Donald Trump believes there's no such thing as bad publicity. Maybe he's right.

Obama Honors Parkland Shooting Survivors in 'Time 100'

The former president commended the students' bravery and embrace of intersectionality.

Trump Proposes Replacing Obama's Clean Power Plan

The Environmental Protection Agency suggested new guidelines that could have dire consequences. 

Trump appoints gay former Obama and Clinton donor to be ambassador to Belgium

The president-elect chose businessman Bill White for the role in an announcement on Truth Social.

Has Mueller Questioned Thomas Roberts About Trump's Prostitute Allegations?

The out journalist says Trump spent a night in Moscow in 2013, conflicting Trump's statements to former FBI head James Comey.

Obama's Endorsement of Biden Includes Indictment of Power-Mad GOP

Obama delivers what is likely to be Biden's most important endorsement in a nearly 12-minute video.

Wall Street Journal reports Trump once sent Jeffrey Epstein a 'bawdy' birthday letter

Trump has denied writing the letter, which the Journal says contains a sketch of a naked woman.