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Loud, proud, and persistently fabulous: The art of resistance in Trump's transphobic era

As Trump "celebrates" 100 days since his inauguration, it is also a reminder of the need to show up and counter the hate, fear, and violence.

A royal love story: India's first out gay prince and his American husband

Discover the powerful love story of Prince Manvendra Singh Gohil and Prince DeAndre Richardson, who are breaking barriers and fighting for LGBTQ+ rights in India.

Mary Cheney: Pregnancy 'not a political statement'

The decision to become pregnant and raise a child with her female partner was not political, Mary Cheney, the lesbian daughter of Vice President Dick Cheney, said Wednesday.

Bisexual Teacher Resigns After Being Told to Remove Pride Flag

"The Pride flag is not a political statement. It's a human rights statement."

Top Russian Official Says Olympic Athletes Cannot Protest

The statement appears to contradict assurances made Monday by the president of the International Olympic Committee that athletes could make political statements at press conferences in Sochi.

Local School Board OKs Pride Flag in Classroom

The school board agreed that LGBTQ+ Pride flags were not political statements.

Walter Mercado Looks at Senor Trump's Political Future

On YouTube, celeb astrologer Walter Mercado addresses Donald Trump's anti-immigrant statements, calling his political future 'slim.'

Donald Trump: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Should Resign

After their war of words, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee tweeted that the Justice made "very dumb political statements about me. Her mind is shot - resign!"

'Milk' Scribe Dustin Lance Black Wins Oscar

Milk scribe Dustin Lance Black took home his first Oscar for Best Original Screenplay Sunday night, taking the opportunity to make a political statement on same-sex marriage with a moving acceptance speech.

Equinox, SoulCycle Owner Defends Trump Fundraiser After Backlash

Stephen Ross said he still supports inclusivity but will remain "an active participant in the democratic process." 

MassEquality Negotiates Over St. Pat's Parade

Boston's venerable St. Patrick's Day Parade is only two weeks away, but it's not yet clear whether Massachusetts's most prominent LGBT group will be marching.

Screw It, Gaga: Get Political AF at the Super Bowl

Sports and active resistance have a long, storied relationship.

Indiana Right-Wing Groups Sue for Right to Anti-LGBT Discrimination

The suit challenges local nondiscrimination laws and the 'fix' to Indiana's Religious Freedom Restoration Act.

Harry Britt, Former S.F. Supervisor and Harvey's Successor, Dies at 82

The gay activist is remembered as a progressive champion.

Attorney General Nom William Barr Nearly as Antigay as Jeff Sessions

Trump's pick previously served as George H.W. Bush's AG.

Protest of West Hollywood Equinox Planned for Friday

Those outraged by the owner's fundraiser for President Trump are taking to the streets.

Genderqueer Drag Queen Maebe A. Girl Is Running for Office in L.A.

A drag performer is seeking a spot on the Silver Lake Neighborhood Council in Los Angeles.

Meet Montana's First Out Candidate for Congress

Denise Juneau, Montana's Superintendent of Public Instruction, is the first LGBT person in the state to run for federal office.

Gay Republican Congressional Hopeful Breaks From Ryan

Richard Tisei said, "I don't agree with him -- or anyone else -- on every single issue."

Milo Yiannopoulos's Book Party Moved After Being Booked as Gay Pride Event

The venue's owner discovered that the event was not a Pride celebration but rather a release of Dangerous, the alt-right provocateur's self-published book.