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Matt Gaetz will join gay Republican ‘self-serving traitors’ at Pennsylvania Trump fundraiser

"As a former Pennsylvania lawmaker and CEO of Agenda PAC, I’ve seen what happens when LGBTQ+ individuals align with the very forces that work to strip us of our humanity. Pennsylvania deserves better than this parade of self-serving traitors,” Brian Sims told The Advocate.

Pennsylvania regulatory health boards condemn conversion therapy

Those who subject minors to the procedure may face discipline, they warn.

Democrats turn to gay hook-up app Grindr to reach LGBTQ+ voters ahead of the election

It’s part of a 6-figure ad buy targeting "equality voters."

Pennsylvania Governor Signs Anti-Conversion Therapy Order

While the order doesn't ban it, it does put a dent in the harmful practice.

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Supreme Court Leaves Pennsylvania Transgender Bathroom Policy in Place

The case was a challenge to a policy that allows trans students to use bathrooms that match their gender identity. 

Op-ed: In the Wake of Windsor

A year after Edie Windsor's case helped ring in federal recognition of same-sex relationships, full equality is only becoming more tangible.

The Unthinkable Happens: Trump Wins

His message of "Make America Great Again" apparently resonated with enough voters.

Republicans Again Try to Use Gov't Funding Bills to Target LGBTQ+ People

Late-night amendment to halt anti-discrimination orders follows a disturbing pattern of defunding LGBTQ+ projects.

ACLU Sues for Marriage Equality in Pennsylvania

"Whether it's through litigation, the legislature, or the ballot box, we will continue to work to broaden the number of states where same-sex couples can marry," said ACLU spokeswoman Leslie Cooper.

Creepy Donald Trump cutout terrorizes unassuming Americans in new HRC campaign ad

The LGBTQ+ civil rights group uses humor to point out the future for Americans under Republican control.

Presidential race remained undecided on Election Night

Pennsylvania was called for Trump in the early hours of Wednesday, leaving him three votes shy of an Electoral College victory.

Mother of slain transgender teen Pauly Likens urges expansion of Pennsylvania hate-crimes law

The state has a hate-crimes law, but it does not cover crimes motivated by a victim's sexual orientation or gender identity.

JD Vance to appear with anti-LGBTQ+ extremist evangelist Lance Wallnau at Pennsylvania town hall

The two will meet at the Monroeville Convention and Events Center near Pittsburgh on Saturday.

Human Rights Campaign launches $2 million ad blitz to mobilize LGBTQ+ voters in battleground states

The advocacy group hopes a $2 million ad buy will attract pro-LGBTQ+ voters to cast their ballots.

Tim Walz joins HRC and Out for Harris to kick off 10-day LGBTQ+ voter battleground push (exclusive)

Kamala Harris’s running mate has a long history of allyship.

Pennsylvania Gov. to Sign Executive Order Protecting LGBT Employees

"We want to be known as a welcoming state," Gov. Tom Wolf said.

Appeals Court Upholds Pennsylvania School District's Trans-Inclusive Policy

Letting trans students use the restrooms and locker rooms matching their gender identity doesn't harm other students, the court ruled.

Is Fox News Going Silent on Marriage Equality?

Data from Equality Matters indicates that Fox News is avoiding reporting on same-sex marriage wins.

The Ad That Could Change America's Take on Trans People

Equality organizations teamed up for an advertisement that will air during next week's Republican National Convention. Mara Keisling of the National Center for Transgender Equality tells us about the message she hopes to convey.

Pennsylvania schools are putting in windows in gender-inclusive restrooms so teachers can monitor students

The South Western School District is drawing much criticism for the plan, taken on the advice of a right-wing law firm.