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Opinion: Businesses Strike Back as DeSantis Criticizes Corporations

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says the state is "fighting back," but who is the enemy the anti-LGBTQ+ governor is trying to combat?

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Election Puts Poland on New Path; Gay Activists Cautiously Optimistic

Poland is set to change course after a turbulent two years under a government whose old-fashioned Catholic values and strident approach to the European Union alienated many younger, urban voters. Opponents of Prime Minister Jaroslaw Kaczynski turned out in strength on Sunday, swelling turnout to a post-communist record of 53.8% as they mobilized for a different vision of their country, as a nation looking to a promising future instead of a painful past and seeing European neighbors as a source of opportunity rather than a threat.

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Our 2024 LGBTQ+ voter guide: What to know about candidates, how to vote and more

Here are the candidates running for Congress and judicial office on November 5.

World

70 Is the New 40

The first out gay man to win the Mr. America title, in 1973, Jim Morris is going stronger than ever, working as a personal trainer at Legacy Gym in West L.A. and posing, magnificently, for our photo portfolio "The Naked Truth" -- at age 73! Truly raising the bar on the concept of aging gracefully, Jim talks frankly about gays and self-perception, his vegan diet, steroids, and his wild night with Elton John, John Lennon, and Divine.

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U.K. Prime Minister Apologizes for Ban on LGBTQ+ Service Members

Rishi Sunak's apology came after the release of a report on how armed forces members were harmed by the policy.

Montana: Another Attempt For Relationship Recognition

Seven gay and lesbian couples from Montana are challenging the state's discriminatory laws.

Doctor Sues U.K. Govt. for Forcing Him to Use 'Transgender' Pronouns

Dr. David Mackereth, who was fired for refusing to respect chosen pronouns, claims his religious freedom is under attack.

Opinion: Businesses Strike Back as DeSantis Criticizes Corporations

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says the state is "fighting back," but who is the enemy the anti-LGBTQ+ governor is trying to combat?

LGBT Ally Sen. Edward Kennedy Dies at 77

LGBT Ally Sen. Edward Kennedy Dies at 77

Joe Biden pardons all veterans convicted and discharged over their sexuality or gender identity

“Today, I am righting a historic wrong by using my clemency authority to pardon many former service members who were convicted simply for being themselves,” Biden said.

Election Puts Poland on New Path; Gay Activists Cautiously Optimistic

To Get Ready for November Filmmaker Says We Should Look Back to Maine

Documentary filmmaker Joe Fox got a rare look inside the campaign apparatus of marriage opponents in Maine in 2009, and what he learned could make a difference.

Golden States of Grace

Paige Kreisman: Kicked Out of the Military, Now Running for Office

After becoming a victim of Trump's purge of trans service members, this young candidate is looking to make history in Oregon.

The Other Gay Contenders

Foleys pathetic blame game

Hey, Mark Foley! Stop using sexuality to explain away why you're so screwed up. You're screwed up because you were a mess to start with, not because you drink too much (allegedly). You're a creep. Live with it.

The Whole World Is Watching

The media spotlight turned to California last week as the first marriages were performed. Although for the most part it was a rare glimpse at the human angle of our battle, sometimes their silence spoke louder than words

The Community Reacts

The movers and shakers of the LGBT community tell The Advocate how they feel about the California supreme court's landmark decision May 15 to legalize same-sex marriage in the state.

70 Is the New 40

We Still Need AIDS Movies

Oscar-nominated actress Virginia Madsen talks to us about 1985, her new movie that depicts some of the darkest days of the crisis.

Welcoming workplaces

In 2005 a record number of Fortune 500 companies are offering protections to gay and lesbian workers and their spouses. Here are 10 shining examples of the best employers

Why God Loves Uganda Should Win That Oscar

A new documentary explores the American connection to the virulently homophobic climate in Uganda, and is now on the short list to be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary.

The Real Story of the Female Hunter of Delaware County

Lucy Ann Lobdell quickly gained a reputation as a marksman during the 19th century. But after leaving home, Lobdell proved something different altogether -- a transgender man.

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lost pension rights

Rishi Sunak's apology came after the release of a report on how armed forces members were harmed by the policy.

Seven gay and lesbian couples from Montana are challenging the state's discriminatory laws.

Dr. David Mackereth, who was fired for refusing to respect chosen pronouns, claims his religious freedom is under attack.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says the state is "fighting back," but who is the enemy the anti-LGBTQ+ governor is trying to combat?

“Today, I am righting a historic wrong by using my clemency authority to pardon many former service members who were convicted simply for being themselves,” Biden said.

Here are the candidates running for Congress and judicial office on November 5.

Documentary filmmaker Joe Fox got a rare look inside the campaign apparatus of marriage opponents in Maine in 2009, and what he learned could make a difference.

After becoming a victim of Trump's purge of trans service members, this young candidate is looking to make history in Oregon.

Hey, Mark Foley! Stop using sexuality to explain away why you're so screwed up. You're screwed up because you were a mess to start with, not because you drink too much (allegedly). You're a creep. Live with it.

The media spotlight turned to California last week as the first marriages were performed. Although for the most part it was a rare glimpse at the human angle of our battle, sometimes their silence spoke louder than words

The movers and shakers of the LGBT community tell The Advocate how they feel about the California supreme court's landmark decision May 15 to legalize same-sex marriage in the state.

Oscar-nominated actress Virginia Madsen talks to us about 1985, her new movie that depicts some of the darkest days of the crisis.

In 2005 a record number of Fortune 500 companies are offering protections to gay and lesbian workers and their spouses. Here are 10 shining examples of the best employers

A new documentary explores the American connection to the virulently homophobic climate in Uganda, and is now on the short list to be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary.

Lucy Ann Lobdell quickly gained a reputation as a marksman during the 19th century. But after leaving home, Lobdell proved something different altogether -- a transgender man.