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HBCU Out Loud Day Emboldens the Intersection of Black and LGBTQ+ Identities on Campus

The Human Rights Campaign’s initiative fosters a culture of acceptance and celebration on historically black college campuses, showcasing the rich tapestry of identities within the Black LGBTQ+ community.

Molding the Next Joan Jett

The new documentary Girls Rock traces a group of mini-rockers honing their craft at camp and serves as an entertaining reminder that empowerment doesn't always mean shedding clothes

Remembering Patient Zero and the Wreckage of Antigay HIV Fear

A new documentary on HIV's supposed Patient Zero features commentary from writer Richard Vaughan, who recently died by suicide.

McConnell and Trump Attack Obama Legacy With Racism, Illegalities

They're responding to Obama's critiques of Trump with racially charged comments and calls for pointless investigations.

LGBT People of Faith: Why Are They Staying?

On the eve of the pope's historic U.S. visit, a new study on LGBT people and religion shows surprising results.

U.S. Rep. Sara Jacobs and her trans brother on visibility and authenticity

Out and proud trans people provide hope and inspiration in these difficult times, Dylan Jacobs tells his sister in a conversation for Transgender Day of Visibility.

Gay men's chorus debuts in conservative Colorado Springs

In the city known as home to some of the nation's most antigay churches and far right religious groups, the Out Loud gay men's chorus is marking a cultural shift.

Queer celebs advocate for trans equality: ​'Administrations are four years. We are forever.'

These queer stars are reminding everyone in the LGBTQ+ community to stay strong and resilient.

Will Ferrell and Billy Eichner are 'Loud White Men For Kamala' in hilarious new video

“Would you have sex with a Trump voter?” Billy on the Street is back to answer the hard-hitting questions one week out from the elections.

LZ Granderson: The Sports World Is (Slowly) Becoming More Inclusive

LZ Granderson says he "vacillated between being tolerated and being ignored" during his 17 years at ESPN.

Florida Republican Lawmaker Admits GOP’s Hatred of LGBTQ+ People

Republican Rep. Jeff Holcomb spoke in Florida’s House, and his remarks drew gasps and disturbed looks.

Colorado sings!

When this gay man decided to make pride visible in Colorado Springs, his notoriously conservative hometown, he enlisted 20 fellow singers. The result? At least 900 supporters...and front-page news.

Disneyland Organizes Its Own Pride Event in Paris

The company has officially promoted its own concerts and in-house events as part of Magical Pride.

Oil Spill Documentary Reveals Voice, Twisted Views of Killer

When Omar Mateen was a securty guard at a BP cleanup site, he said the people he worked for wanted more oil to spill to create jobs and make money.

Hall of Fame Part Two

Any celebration of the The Advocate's founding in 1967 must honor the LGBT rights heroes that we've covered for 45 years. With one honoree named per year, the list will be announced in segments and culminate in an event in Los Angeles this month.

Op-ed: The Aftermath of Coming Out as HIV Positive

There are plenty of doom-and-gloom HIV stories, but that's just not me.

Pulse Needs to Become a Museum, Not Rubble

Some are calling for the nightclub -- site of one of our community's worst tragedies -- to be torn down. Sara Grossman, who lost her best friend there, says that's not the answer.

Texas's Special Brand of Misogynistic, Transphobic Nuttery

Senate Bill 6 would surprise us if the Lone Star State didn't already set the bar so damn low.