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Readers deserve better than misinformation about trans care; a response to Pamela Paul

In a recent response to our articles criticizing misinformation in Pamela Paul's article on detransitioners, Pamela Paul dismisses transgender people and trans activist. Evan Urquhart and Erin Reed respond.

'Hate White Dudes'? No, Brie Larson Wants Diverse Film Critics

"I don't need a 40-year-old white dude to tell me what didn't work about A Wrinkle in Time," she said while announcing that film festivals will increase access to diverse critics.

Islamophobia, Homophobia in Omar Sharif Jr.'s Sights

The fight against Islamophobia is part of a quest for the "movable middle" that LGBT people have long sought, argues activist Omar Sharif Jr.

Egyptian 'Gay Wedding' Video Participants Get Reduced Sentences

All eight men involved in a Nile riverboat ceremony have won shorter sentences on appeal.

26 Acquitted in Egypt's 'Gay' Bathhouse Raid

Acquittals are rare in Egypt, and prosecutors have already filed an appeal. Meanwhile, attorneys for the acquitted men are seeking their release.

Don't Call Jose Antonio Vargas an 'Immigration Activist'

The Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist focuses his energy on the intersections of race, immigration, and identity —  and doesn't care who he makes uncomfortable in the process. 

Chicago Mayor Lightfoot Criticized Over Favoring Journalists of Color

The Black lesbian mayor said she would grant one-on-one anniversary interviews only to Black and brown reporters. Some see it as a diversion. 

White Cops Tackle, Arrest Black Gay TV Reporter During Press Conference

"This is what it's like to be a Black reporter in 2023," Evan Lambert said after being thrown to the ground and arrested for allegedly speaking too loudly at a press conference.

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Van Jones on Trump Speech: 'He Became POTUS in That Moment'

Jones, known for his strong criticism of Trump, had a more positive reaction last night.

Rod Stewart Refuses to Perform in Saudi Arabia Over Country's Poor LGBTQ+ Rights Record

British rock icon turned down a lucrative gig, echoing a growing industry trend of advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and human rights in global engagements.

Journalists Calling Trump 'Presidential' Criticized for Setting a Low Bar

Reporters and commentators such as Van Jones and Chris Wallace are getting blowback from George Takei, Michael Moore, and others.

Number of LGBT Journalists Signing Reprimand of Out Doubles

LGBT journalists are uniting in opposition to a profile published by Out magazine.

Mom’s Interview With Anti-Trans Media Draws Criticism After Teen Responds

The nonbinary teen claims their mother’s story was false and that the reporter who wrote it acted unprofessionally.

Daily Beast Retracts Jason Collins Column, Howard Kurtz Leaves

Media critic Howard Kurtz has left his position as Washington bureau chief for Newsweek and The Daily Beast.

Catholic Journalist Slams London Zoo's 'Deviant' Gay Penguins

A writer has ignited a Twitter firestorm for attacking a zoo's Pride exhibit.