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Ohio's six-week abortion ban permanently struck down as judge upholds referendum

"The State of Ohio seeks not to uphold the constitutional protection of abortion rights, but to diminish and limit it," Judge Christian Jenkins wrote.

Ohio Voters Put Abortion Rights in State Constitution

They approved Issue 1, a ballot measure enshrining the right.

13 Vintage Photos of Los Angeles's Queer Pride from ONE Archives

The City of Angels was having its own LGBTQ+ awakening years before Stonewall.

Ohio Voters Reject Measure That Could Have Made Passing Abortion Rights Harder

The ballot measure would have made it more difficult to amend the state's constitution, where voters want to enshrine reproductive rights in November.

GOP Political Insiders Advise: Steer Clear of Marriage Equality

'We increasingly look prejudiced, and not a little stupid, on this issue,' says one Republican respondent to a National Journal poll.

Caitlyn Jenner Wants Ricky Gervais Fired

Jenner, promoting season two of I Am Cait, covers no shortage of topics when speaking to reporters.

Where Can You Get Married in Illinois?

At least five counties are joining Cook and Champaign in accepting license applications from same-sex couples, but more are waiting for June 1, the marriage equality law's original effective date.

Evangelical Prof's 'Radical Decision to Stand in Solidarity With the LGBT Community'

Evangelical Christian ethics professor David Gushee says God sent LGBT people to him, with the result that he's decided to support them.

Former 2020 Candidate Julián Castro Endorses Elizabeth Warren

The former HUD secretary said he was impressed by his opponent's drive to "make sure America's promise will be there for everyone."

Donald Trump unleashes torrent of transphobic ads in last leg of 2024 election

Donald Trump is using fear of transgender people to try to win the election.

California Marriage: Yesterday, Today, and Beyond

On June 17, history is made in California as hundreds of gay and lesbian couples throughout the state line up to wed. The Advocate was at the heart of the celebrations: covering the weddings, talking to politicians, and analyzing the road ahead. Keeping in mind that marriage is more than a photo-op, we continue our marriage equality coverage with exclusive interviews, insights from the community, and scenes from the front lines of the fight to beat a proposed constitutional amendment banning gay marriage in the Golden State.

McConnell's Legacy in Flames as Trump Crime Show Swamps GOP

By not removing Trump when he had the chance, the Senate Minority Leader created a colossal PR disaster coinciding with the '24 election.

Mexican Supreme Court Strikes Down Gay Adoption Ban

Mexico's Supreme Court ruled that bans on same-sex couples adopting are unconstitutional.

Meet the new mayor

Mike Gin, the newly elected mayor of Redondo Beach, Calif., is openly gay and overcame a nasty antigay mailing campaign to win. He talked to Advocate.com about running a clean race and what voters really care about

Kim Davis Violated Same-Sex Couples' Rights, Judge Rules

The former clerk from Kentucky who refused to sign marriage certificates for same-sex couples may also be liable for damages.

Drag Shows, Pronouns Targeted by Arizona Republicans

The state's legislative session is opening with a rash of anti-LGBTQ+ bills.

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