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Kentucky couldn't pass a single anti-LGBTQ+ bill this session — and it's not alone

"It’s clear that the anti-LGBTQ+ agenda is starting to fail, both in Kentucky and across the country."

‘Don’t Say Gay’ Legislation Filed in Georgia General Assembly

The legislation targets LGBTQ+ topics as well as "critical race theory." 

It's Official: Uganda's Antigay Minister Named U.N. President

Uganda's virulently antigay foreign minister will take office in September.

Church of Scotland OK's Gay Clergy in Civil Partnerships

Delegates to the church's General Assembly in Edinburgh approved the move by a wide margin.

Which Faith Just Took a Step Toward Equal Marriage?

If a majority of regional bodies affirm a vote taken today at the denomination's General Assembly, same-sex couples will be entitled to church weddings.

U.N. Takes Major Step to Protect on Basis of Gender Identity

The draft resolution approved in the Third Committee of the General Assembly mentions gender identity as a characteristic warranting protection from unlawful executions for the first time.

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Zimbabwe's President: 'We Are Not Gays!'

President Robert Mugabe continued his crusade against LGBT rights in a speech to the General Assembly of the U.N. that brought giggles from the audience.

The U.N. Is About to Appoint This Antigay Ugandan President

On Wednesday, the United Nations General Assembly is set to elect Uganda's foreign minister as president. LGBT advocates say that spells bad news for the international body.

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Maryland Senate Race Pits Trans Woman Against Gay Man

Dana Beyer looks to become the first transgender individual elected to the Maryland's General Assembly, challenging a gay incumbent with a strong track record on LGBT issues.

Tennessee Bill Would Bar Unmarried Couples From Adopting

A new bill has been introduced in the Tennessee general assembly that would prevent any unmarried couple -- gay or straight -- from adopting children in the state.

Activists, business leaders worry about impact of Kentucky governor's antigay legislation

Gay activists and some business leaders say they're concerned that recent actions by Kentucky governor Ernie Fletcher (pictured) and the state general assembly in Frankfort could be construed as antigay and drive away businesses interested in coming to the state.

Should Obama Host Uganda's Antigay President at Summit?

LGBT ally Milton Allimadi's Change.org petition calls on the U.S. president to exclude Museveni for homophobic remarks, alleged war crimes, and signing Uganda's draconian antigay law.

Church of Scotland to Allow Gay Ministers

A vote taken Monday will let congregations appoint openly gay, partnered clergy, opting out of the church's general ban.