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Remembering Frank Kameny: Here's why he was a gay rights pioneer

Kameny sued the federal government after he was fired for being gay, picketed the White House, and did much more to advance the movement. Here's what you need to know about the queer rights icon.

For Presidents' Day, 10 political movies and TV shows to give us hope in a trying time

These films and series show that just sometimes, the good people win.

Rachel Maddow warns of the possibility of a stolen election this November

In a New York Times column, the out MSNBC host worries about Republican efforts to fail to certify a Kamala Harris victory.

Indicted Donald Trump as Lucy Ricardo

Lucy never succeeded in hiding everything she didn't want Ricky to see in their closet. Fifty years ago, Richard Nixon also tried to hide his unseemliness from us.

Op-ed: How to Get Elected in America

The first LGBT person of color was elected to Congress in the land of Ronald Reagan and Richard Nixon.

Trump Calls Clinton 'Corrupt' at a Charity Dinner

A lighthearted fundraiser turned ugly when the CEO compared Hillary to Richard Nixon.

Nixon: Gays Are 'Enemies of Strong Societies'

President Richard Nixon talks about media's role in 'glorifying homosexuality' in an audio tape published by CNN last week.

Watergate lawyer and gay activist dies at 65

Samuel Alexander Garrison III, who defended President Richard Nixon in impeachment hearings in 1974 and later became a gay rights activist, died Sunday in Roanoke, Va. He was 65.

The Black-and-white dichotomy between Ronald Reagan’s birthday and Arthur Ashe’s death day

As a historical figure whose impact was profound on society, Ashe is head and shoulders above the former president, who showed cowardice on race and AIDS.

Donald Trump Drinks With Lincoln and Roosevelt in White House Portrait

The bizarre artwork was discovered during Trump's 60 Minutes interview.

Why we will never have another president like Jimmy Carter again

We’re likely to never again see a president as kind, simple, and honest as Carter, and that’s why his death stings so much, writes John Casey.

What the Obits Aren't Saying: Billy Graham Was a Homophobe

The preacher, who died today at age 99, wasn't particularly known for his antigay views, but he certainly had them.

Opinion: Donald Trump doesn’t deserve to be celebrated on Presidents’ Day

Today is a day of mourning for an America that turned away from its founding ideals and into the grip of authoritarianism, writes John Casey.

Molly Ivins dies of breast cancer at 62

Best-selling author and columnist Molly Ivins, the sharp-witted liberal who skewered the political establishment and referred to President George W. Bush as ''Shrub,'' died Wednesday after a long battle with breast cancer.

Jan. 6 Hearings: Will Those Responsible Be Held to Account?

What exactly should we expect from the January 6 public hearings?

Roger Stone, 'Trysexual' Trump Adviser, Indicted in Russia Probe

The indictment against Stone links Donald Trump's presidential campaign to WikiLeaks' efforts against Hillary Clinton.