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U.S. Reaches All-Time High in Out Elected Officials, and They're Ready to Fight Back

“Not only are more LGBTQ+ people serving in office than ever before, they are more unified, determined and diverse than ever,” says a new report from the LGBTQ+ Victory Institute.

LGBTQ+ Groups Celebrate 'Rainbow Wave' of Queer Candidate Victories

More than 430 out LGBTQ+ candidates won their elections in the 2022 midterms.

Egypt to Conduct Anal Exams on Men for Waving Rainbow Flag

Amnesty International says the exams are torture; Egypt says it's part of the investigation.

At Least 100 LGBTQ Candidates Win Elections as Rainbow Wave Continues

Candidates for mayoral office, state legislative seats, and even one spot on the court bench won elections Tuesday night. Pictured, from left: Eddie Sundquist, Eliz Markowitz, and Danica Roem.

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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.

Op-ed: When It's More Than a Flag, It's a Feeling

What happens when you stand on a busy street corner and wave a rainbow flag?

Havana's Pride Celebration Included Daniela Vega, Mariela Castro

Hundreds of people danced and waved rainbow flags during a march to mark the 11th annual Cuban Campaign Against Homophobia. 

It's Time to Wave that Rainbow Flag Higher

Orlando may be inundated with pro-LGBT imagery, but with our culture's collective short memory, we need those banners up as long as possible.

Amid a Rainbow Wave, Some Losses in Statewide and Congressional Races

The LGBTQ+ community had much to celebrate in Tuesday's election, but there were some disappointments.

Egypt to Conduct Anal Exams on Men for Waving Rainbow Flag

Amnesty International says the exams are torture; Egypt says it's part of the investigation.

WATCH: Lifeguard in Hot Water After Rainbow Flag Flap

Some raised questions as to whether the lifeguard would only rescue gay people, and another posted her complaint to Facebook.

Jonathan Van Ness and Pop-Tarts Join Rainbow Wave of Super Bowl Ads

The Queer Eye star brings sweet and salty LGBTQ representation to football's biggest night.

Op-ed: Why Orange Is the New Black Is the Model for Queer TV

On TV, shows are getting cautiously gayer, but Netflix's breakout drama waves its rainbow flag like it just don't care.

PHOTOS: Soccer Fans Take a Stand for LGBT Nigerians

Several soccer fans waved pro-LGBT banners and rainbow flags at a match between the Nigerian and South African national teams on Sunday.

Texas Sees a Rainbow Wave in Democratic Primary

LGBTQ candidates have won primaries for a congressional seat and nine state House seats.

LGBTQ Candidates Will Create a Rainbow Wave on Election Day

Out candidates are running in record numbers to make sure we're in the room where it happens.

150-Plus LGBTQ People Elected Amid the 'Rainbow Wave'

Queer candidates, including women and people of color, broke through barriers on Tuesday.

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Donald Trump Waves LGBT Rainbow Flag at Colorado Rally

It's an empty gesture from the Republican nominee, who opposes marriage equality and has a proudly homophobic running mate.

The Rainbow Wave Settles In: What New LGBTQ+ Politicians Are Facing

The nation's new out governors, treasurers, and congressmembers are staring down inflation, climate change, and gun violence.

Rainbow Wave Hits Midwest With Queer Women Winning Mayoral Bids

Tuesday night saw openly queer women win in both Chicago and Madison, Wis. -- and one top her primary in Kansas City, Mo.