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Alex Jones’s lawyer mocks Candace Owens's chances in Emmanuel Macron's defamation lawsuit

“Owens told some of the dumbest, obvious lies one can tell,” Robert Barnes claimed.

Honoring all the plaintiff couples

In the January 16 issue of The Advocate, the plaintiff couples who brought marriage cases with the help of the gay rights group Lambda Legal were honored as part of our roundup of "People of the Year." But there were many more plaintiff couples who deserve that honor for contributing their time and energy to marriage cases decided last year.

French president hired investigator to uncover dirt on right-wing U.S. podcaster Candace Owens

Emmanuel Macron and his wife sought the information before suing the far-right media figure in Delaware

Candace Owens claims Donald Trump asked her to stop calling Emmanuel Macron’s wife transgender

The far-right commentator says the U.S. president intervened on behalf of the French president to get her to stop spreading lies.

Don Lemon Assault Accuser Ordered to Pay $77,000, More Evidence Arises

A friend of Dustin Hice, the accuser, who was there the night of the alleged incident, questions his allegations.

Dustin Hice Drops Assault Case Against CNN Anchor Don Lemon

The move comes after Hice was forced to pay $77,000 by the court. 

Damning Evidence Surfaces in Don Lemon Assault Case as Trial Nears

A witness alleges Dustin Hice previously did to him what Hice now claims Lemon did.

Supreme Court avoids transgender police officer case

The Supreme Court refused Monday to consider shielding employers from discrimination lawsuits by transsexuals, dodging a workplace rights fight.

Cate Blanchett program announces first 11 women, trans, and nonbinary filmmakers to support

Each will receive $50,000 to help them make a short film that will serve as "proof of concept" for a larger project.

Virginia Court Rejects Effort to Ban Books Including 'Gender Queer'

The law that allows any citizen to petition for a book to be declared obscene is most likely unconstitutional, a judge ruled.

10 Musical Numbers That Made Me Gay: Dancing Boys Edition

Dancing men cutting loose in a movie musical can make a gay fan's heart soar.

What the Great Fire of London can teach us about the Los Angeles fires

Why do we always look for someone to burn with the flames?

When a Nod Is Not Enough

Now's the time for Barack Obama to start delivering on his promise of change. But will your most important issues be among his top priorities?

Political Pundits Can Now Be Gay Black Men Who Wear Nail Polish

Politico's Eugene Daniels represents a refreshing departure from the days when commentators were all old angry white men.

How Outing a Republican 25 Years Ago Changed Politics Forever

Congressman Steve Gunderson was outed by a colleague on the House floor -- and that moment changed LGBTQ representation in politics forever. 

The Advocate, Plus Among 2021 GLAAD Media Award Nominees

See the full list of films, TV shows, media outlets, and more recognized for advancing LGBTQ+ representation.

The Advocate Among 2021 GLAAD Media Award Winners

See the full list of honorees at the 32nd Annual GLAAD Media Awards.

Great Expectations

Gay power in the age of Obama: Will this president -- and his appointees -- make equal rights part of this nation's recovery?

Where to Never Shop This Holiday Season

Which companies support LGBT people and which ones don't?