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An Oregon teacher was chastised for supporting LGBTQ+ students. She sued and won $90,000

Eileen Brennock, a Spanish teacher at Mountain View Middle School, claimed that former Principal Terry McElligot told staff at a 2021 meeting that “it’s not okay to tell kids it’s okay to be gay or trans."

After a Pennsylvania school board canceled a gay actor's talk, the community fought back

Maulik Pancholy was scheduled to speak at a middle school about his experiences with bullying, until the school board suddenly canceled the event.

John Fetterman challenges Pa. school board’s cancellation of talk by gay actor

The Democratic U.S. senator criticized the Cumberland Valley School District for nixing Maulik Pancholy’s anti-bullying presentation, urging a reversal on what he deems a wrongful cancellation.

Travis Shumake

Today's young gay leaders represent the largest cultural shift in a generation. Here are six high achievers who aren't hung up on their sexuality and are determined to make a difference

6 unanswerable questions JD Vance needs to be asked during tonight’s debate

Yes, childless cat ladies will be asked, but so too should be a question about accepting the election results, writes John Casey.

Reduce, Reuse, Religion?

A new generation of evangelicals debates swapping an antigay agenda for a pro-planet one.

The Sissy Awards

Among many gays, "sissy" is a distinction worthy of honor, sort of like the red badge of courage. But among closed-minded straights, it's a devastating insult, which is why The Advocate bestows the word on the following irritants of 2008.

Look, no one's knocking your 9-to-5 gig

After all, we spend the majority of our workweek pushing papers under the flicker of fluorescent lights too. But there's something, well, hopeful about a group of professionals who carve a career from the stuff of dreams--adventure travel, race cars, tropical islands, professional sports. They make work seem fun. So kick back in the cubicle and prepare to meet 10 gays and lesbians working outside the paradigm.

How James Baldwin's Return to America Inspires Us

The writer left out of frustration with a racist country, but the reason he returned reveals the hope he still had as a black gay American. 

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Down the toilet

It's "I've Got a Secret" week on Idol. No secret, however, is the fact that the men continue to be completely awful and the women continue to be only sort of completely awful.

Op-ed: My Son's Gaydar Stinks

When kids don't grow up learning stereotypes, determining who's gay and who's not becomes a little more complicated.

Cait and Me: Face to Face With Jenner

As the second season of I Am Cait approaches, Jenner reveals her goals for the future, which include becoming "trans ambassador" to President Ted Cruz.

20 Famous LGBTQ+ people who changed the world

Remember our rich history — it goes way back.

Patricks Amazing Race secrets

The openly gay half of the first mother-son team on CBS's hit around-the-world reality show shares his dislike of fellow contestants Rob and Amber, his passion for musical theater, and his doubts about ever getting married.

Return of the Bride

This is no trick: Jennifer Tilly has a lot to say, and it's quite a treat to listen to her. In this extensive and amazing conversation, the star of Bound and Bride of Chucky talks about her screen personae, the Hollywood closet, and her take on the gay men who are her closest friends and most loyal fan-base.

The Best Poets: Hear From Lambda's Nominees

The Advocate asked each nominated poet and poetry editor from this year's Lambda Literary Awards to submit one from their collection.

Our 18 Favorite Films at Outfest

This year's Outfest features more than 150 films. The Advocate has chosen 18 of our favorites.

The Top 175 Essential Films of All Time for LGBT Viewers

What is the most essential movie ever for LGBT viewers? There can be only one. We've made our pick, and now you can vote on Facebook and Twitter in a "Clash of the Classics!"