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Pete Buttigieg explains Donald Trump and JD Vance's racist, false pet-eating claims

The gay former mayor of South Bend and former presidential candidate has the Trump-Vance ticket figured out.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy implies rainbow crosswalks could lead to traffic dangers

The former MTV Real World cast member announced the prohibition of art and political “distractions” on roads as part of a new federal initiative.

Sarah McBride is 'mystified' that Republicans are making trans people a 'priority'

"It defies understanding, except for the fact that it's a pretty obvious part of a politics of misdirection and distraction," McBride said of Republicans' proposed federal anti-trans legislation.

Lesbian Feminist Who Helped Coin 'Identity Politics' Backs Sanders

Barbara Smith has been a pioneering Black activist for decades.

Senate to vote on Tommy Tuberville's anti-trans athlete bill

A companion bill is being fast-tracked in the House as well.

Oklahoma official Ryan Walters institutes Christian indoctrination in public schools

He has mandated that all fifth- through 12th-grade students must study the Bible.

Marjorie Taylor Greene calls Sarah McBride a 'child predator' and 'liar' in latest anti-transgender rant

The anti-trans Republican from Georgia took objection to a video posted by Libs of TikTok showing McBride reading to children from the book I Am Jazz.

The Running Mate

When Barack Obama tapped Delaware senator Joseph Biden to be his vice president, he made a good move for gay rights.

Far-Right Leaders Gloat About Trans Ban, Take Credit for It

Donald Trump is pandering to the religious right, and its leaders are over the moon.

White House responds to weird Republican outrage over Transgender Day of Visibility coinciding with Easter

Donald Trump and other Republican politicians and pundits don't seem to quite understand how a calendar works.

Queer Congresswoman Emily Randall opens office bathroom to everyone in defiance of anti-trans Capitol rules

“All are welcome to use our restroom regardless of gender identity or expression, political ideology, or shoe size,” U.S. Rep. Emily Randall said.

Winning the marriage debate

Debate over the so-called Marriage Protection Amendment may have been political pandering of the worst kind, but it also got Americans talking about the need to treat gay and lesbian people fairly.

Brigadier Bone Spurs Has One Hell of a Nerve

This trans vet has a message for the alleged draft dodger.

Drag Race's Jaida Essence Hall: 'Turn Fear Into Fire' for Change

The season 12 contestant discusses the finale of RuPaul's Drag Race and how fans can respond in a time of crisis.

The Rainbow Wave Could Wash Over Red States

LGBTQ candidates are not just running for Congress and governorships -- they could remake legislatures in some of the most conservative states.

George Michael: Is it time the English were more afraid of God?

Should England fear the Bible brigade?

Oklahoma politician roasts Ryan Walters for Nex Benedict’s death to transphobic superintendent’s face

Sean Cummings said that the superintendent of public instruction and Chaya Raichik of Libs of TikTok are to blame for creating an environment in the state rife for bullying.

Read an excerpt from an upcoming book celebrating young trailblazers

Explore the transformative impact of LGBTQ+ education in schools, from student-led GSAs to openly out teachers paving the way for inclusivity.

Incoming LGBTQ+ members of Congress celebrated on the night before officially taking office

Here's what Sarah McBride, Emily Randall, and Julie Johnson have to say about what they are up against in the House.

Meet Russia's Female-Fronted Protest Rock Sensation

The Russian punk rock band Louna and its sexy, butchy lead singer Lou Gevorkian talk about gay life in Russia, their beef with Madonna, and the masks we all wear.

Red states are destroying their rainbow crosswalks. Here's what you should know

Here's what you need to know about the rainbow crosswalks: who funds them, if they're safe, and why they're really being removed.