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Melissa Hortman, assassinated MN lawmaker, was a champion for families and LGBTQ+ rights

Here’s a look at Melissa Hortman’s legislative history and legacy on abortion, LGBTQ+ rights, and family aide.

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Lesbian, gay, and bi medical students more likely to leave school than straight peers: study

The study did not examine the cause, but it may well be discrimination, according to the authors.

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Gavin Newsom signs several pro-LGBTQ+ laws, vetoes gender-affirming care and HIV coverage

Here are the LGBTQ+ bills Gavin Newsom signed or vetoed this week.

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Rachel Levine Discusses Disturbing ‘Medical Refugees’ Crisis Sweeping Across the U.S.

The assistant secretary for health tackles “medical refugees,” misinformation, and transgender health care challenges in an interview with The Advocate.

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Chasten Buttigieg slams Florida Republican's comments about Pete's parental leave as homophobic (exclusive)

U.S. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna has proposed a law supporting parental leave for lawmakers. On Friday, she called out U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg for being able to taking parental leave.

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Melissa Hortman, assassinated MN lawmaker, was a champion for families and LGBTQ+ rights

Here’s a look at Melissa Hortman’s legislative history and legacy on abortion, LGBTQ+ rights, and family aide.

Woman Allowed Medical Leave for Facial Feminization Surgery

Labor Dept to Extend Family Medical Leave Act

Lesbian, gay, and bi medical students more likely to leave school than straight peers: study

The study did not examine the cause, but it may well be discrimination, according to the authors.

Texas Wins, Blocks New Federal Rights for Gay Couples

A federal judge ensures the Family and Medical Leave Act will not apply to legally-wed same-sex couples who lives in states without marriage equality.

WATCH: DOMA Rises From the Dead in Texas

Even though the Supreme Court overturned a key provision of DOMA, Texas just successfully cited the law to block gay couples from getting family and medical leave.

Man Refuses to Leave Partner's Hospital Room, Gets Arrested

Robert Gorley says hospital staff at Research Medical Center in Kansas City had him arrested and issued a restraining order when he refused to leave his partner's hospital room.

Gavin Newsom signs several pro-LGBTQ+ laws, vetoes gender-affirming care and HIV coverage

Here are the LGBTQ+ bills Gavin Newsom signed or vetoed this week.

American Medical Assn. Takes Stands for LGBT Rights, Gun Control

The AMA urges transgender prisoners be housed based on their gender identity and that family leave policies recognize a variety of families.

Paid Leave Is an LGBTQ Issue

We're here to thrive, not just survive, writes activist Bri Barnett.

AMA: Repeal DADT

Rachel Levine Discusses Disturbing ‘Medical Refugees’ Crisis Sweeping Across the U.S.

The assistant secretary for health tackles “medical refugees,” misinformation, and transgender health care challenges in an interview with The Advocate.

Chasten Buttigieg slams Florida Republican's comments about Pete's parental leave as homophobic (exclusive)

U.S. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna has proposed a law supporting parental leave for lawmakers. On Friday, she called out U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg for being able to taking parental leave.

Gay Dads Won't Be Covered by Trump's Maternity Leave Plan

During an interview with Cosmopolitan, Ivanka Trump explained that the policy is just for women.

Report New FMLA Ruling Affects 100K Children

White House statement on transgender minors’ health care sparks outrage by LGBTQ+ rights groups

The Biden administration seems to be okay with some limits on bodily autonomy.

Tax Day 2008: The Cost of Being Gay

Find out all the hidden costs of being gay and what you can do to save money and protect you and your loved ones.

Domestic Partner Denied Sick Leave

How the Americans With Disabilities Act Helps People Every Day

Kayley Whalen of the National LGBTQ Task Force tells how the ADA has improved her life as a person with "invisible" disabilities.

Trans Woman Sues Pharmacy for Revealing Her HIV Status

A Pennsylvania woman says the local pharmacy left a package in her building's mailroom clearly stamped with her name and the names of her medications.

Circumcision Ban Chopped from SF Ballot

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Here’s a look at Melissa Hortman’s legislative history and legacy on abortion, LGBTQ+ rights, and family aide.

The study did not examine the cause, but it may well be discrimination, according to the authors.

A federal judge ensures the Family and Medical Leave Act will not apply to legally-wed same-sex couples who lives in states without marriage equality.

Even though the Supreme Court overturned a key provision of DOMA, Texas just successfully cited the law to block gay couples from getting family and medical leave.

Robert Gorley says hospital staff at Research Medical Center in Kansas City had him arrested and issued a restraining order when he refused to leave his partner's hospital room.

Here are the LGBTQ+ bills Gavin Newsom signed or vetoed this week.

The AMA urges transgender prisoners be housed based on their gender identity and that family leave policies recognize a variety of families.

We're here to thrive, not just survive, writes activist Bri Barnett.

The assistant secretary for health tackles “medical refugees,” misinformation, and transgender health care challenges in an interview with The Advocate.

U.S. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna has proposed a law supporting parental leave for lawmakers. On Friday, she called out U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg for being able to taking parental leave.

During an interview with Cosmopolitan, Ivanka Trump explained that the policy is just for women.

The Biden administration seems to be okay with some limits on bodily autonomy.

Find out all the hidden costs of being gay and what you can do to save money and protect you and your loved ones.

Kayley Whalen of the National LGBTQ Task Force tells how the ADA has improved her life as a person with "invisible" disabilities.

A Pennsylvania woman says the local pharmacy left a package in her building's mailroom clearly stamped with her name and the names of her medications.