Gay weddings have boosted state and local economies by $6 billion since marriage equality
It's not just a legal right — marriage equality is simply good for the economy.
June 18, 2025
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It's not just a legal right — marriage equality is simply good for the economy.
It includes meeting people where they are and not expecting perfection, says the first out trans member of Congress,
On the 10th anniversary of the Supreme Court ruling for marriage equality, join the Advocate editors who covered it as they share stories of their professional and personal experiences.
Ten years ago this month, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of recognizing same-sex marriages. Now, we want to hear from you. Where were you when you found out about the ruling? How did it change your life?
Just 39 percent of people from over 120 countries said that their area was a good place for gay and lesbian people.
A resolution adopted by the denomination also includes anti-transgender language.
The largest Protestant denomination in the U.S. will consider a measure this week in support of banning marriage equality.
Floyd Brown called homosexuality a “punishment” and said that Republican legislators are intimidated by gay staff members who live to work all day and have sex all night.
A new Gallup poll finds Democrat support is at a record level, while Republicans are bottoming out at the lowest numbers since the passage of Obergefell v. Hodges affirmed marriage equality.
"LOVE isn’t just a collection of stories. It’s a testament. A reminder. A celebration. A rallying cry."
Most LGBTQ+ adults believe that there is currently not much to no acceptance at all for trans people, a new survey reports.
Brownworth's work appeared in The Advocate, The Bay Area Reporter, and many other publications.
The group also celebrated 10 years of marriage equality.
One of the bill's co-sponsors confirms he seeks to erase recognition of LGBTQ+ families, while a right-wing pro-natalist group reportedly lobbied for the controversial bill.
The new pope made the statement in a private meeting with the Vatican diplomatic corps.
There are sinners and saints in every family.
Opinion: The respectful and intimate partnership between a gay man and a fabulous woman is no longer required in the way it once was, writes John Casey.
Potential successors come from all over the world and range from moderate to deeply conservative on LGBTQ+ issues.
Donald Trump claimed on the campaign trail that he had "nothing to do" with Project 2025 — but now that he's in office, he's implementing it.
The organization was founded 70 years ago, and its influence is felt to this day.
The Kentucky clerk who denied same-sex couples marriage licenses is trying to get the Supreme Court to overturn marriage equality.