LGBTQ+ adults face discrimination in health care settings: survey
They are twice as likely to report discrimination or unfair treatment as straight and cisgender people, according to KFF.
April 2, 2024
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How important is abortion in the 2024 elections? To these groups, it's crucial
Abortion is an important issue to most women, but a large number of certain demographics are making it their top priority.
March 8, 2024
Poll Finds Majority of Americans Support Anti-Trans Policies Despite Claiming to Oppose Discrimination
A majority of respondents to a Washington Post-Kaiser Family Foundation poll say gender is determined at birth and support restrictions on health care and sports participation.
May 8, 2023
J.K. Rowling falsely claims 'there are no trans kids'
The children's book author and anti-trans activist has increasingly denied the existence of transgender people.
December 30, 2024
Abortion rights ballot initiatives are winning big in polls — even among Republicans
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August 29, 2024
Most Black women don't have access to abortion, and they're going to impact the elections
Out of the 11.8 million Black women between the ages of 15 and 49 in the U.S., 57 percent live in areas that restrict access to abortion.
May 15, 2024
How a Kamala Harris candidacy could supercharge Democrats’ message on abortion
The vice president had already become the administration’s leading voice on the importance of abortion rights, one of the Democratic Party’s top issues.
July 21, 2024
As Transgender ‘Refugees’ Flock to New Mexico, Waitlists Grow
Thanks to New Mexico's gender-affirming care protections, many trans Americans are seeking health care in its hospitals and clinics. But health care facilities say it's been overwhelming.
November 6, 2023
Abortion is the most important issue for women under 30 in the election: survey
Nearly two out of every fice women under the age of 30 (39 percent) said abortion is the most important issue for their vote in November.
October 11, 2024
Missouri expert witness opposing gender-affirming care for minors faces credibility questions
The psychology professor has some questionable beliefs and a retracted study.
October 6, 2024
Most Transgender People Find Transitioning Positive: Poll
Even though trans people face hardships, transitioning has made them happier with their lives, according to a new survey.
March 23, 2023
For trans people reliant on federal programs, this election could change everything
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November 1, 2024
Can trans rights survive in a Republican-controlled Congress?
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January 12, 2025
Trump's foreign aid freeze will stop AIDS funding under PEPFAR — a program that's saved millions
Unless there is a waiver, this will stop lifesaving treatment for millions of people in developing countries.
January 27, 2025
Biden health officials urge syphilis, hepatitis C & HIV tests on National HIV Testing Day (exclusive)
It’s called the syndemic approach and sexually active people should know about it, officials say.
July 5, 2024
An HIV-Free Generation Won't Happen Without Ending HIV Stigma
On World AIDS Day, it's time politicians and health officials took HIV discrimination as seriously as prevention, testing, and treatment.
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What Medicaid and SNAP cuts mean for LGBTQ+ people
Trump's "one big, beautiful" tax and spending law is poised to make drastic cuts to Medicaid and SNAP — programs on which many LGBTQ+ Americans rely.
July 16, 2025
How a united message of 'Tax the Rich' could make life more affordable, and win elections
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November 27, 2025
How SNAP benefits for 42 million Americans could be saved during the shutdown
Trump's USDA has refused to release contingency funds for SNAP benefits, and Congress remains gridlocked.
October 31, 2025
Trump's new strategy to restrict abortion nationwide — don't say ‘ban’
Trump's team has developed a way to make abortion difficult to obtain without the same costs as an unpopular ban.
July 22, 2025
How Trump’s ‘one big beautiful’ tax bill could impact women, children and LGBTQ+ Americans
The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office said over the weekend that the Senate package is projected to add $3.3 trillion to the national deficit over the next decade.
July 1, 2025