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‘Forgetting the Many’ remembers WW2 hero Alan Turing and other gay men like him

The documentary Forgetting the Many: The Royal Pardon of Alan Turing examines Turing and other gay men convicted under the U.K.’s 1885 anti-homosexuality law. It opens for a one-week run in NYC on Dec. 6.

Babies Can See Gender Stereotypes

Infants as young as 18 months can tell when gender norms have been violated, according to a Brown University professor's research.

Germany Considers Conversion Therapy Ban

The proposal would ban use of the discredited practice on minors and allow it for adults only under certain circumstances.

Lambda Legal Celebrates 50 Years of LGBTQ+ Rights Advocacy

Lambda Legal's CEO and chief legal officer discuss what the future holds for the noted LGBTQ+ rights group.

18% of LGBTQ+ adults have never come out — Here's why

Most LGBTQ+ adults come out to their friends and family by age 22, but a significant portion said they have never come out to anyone.

Op-ed: Science Holds the Key to Transgender Equality

The researchers behind a groundbreaking new study on trans youth says data can help dismantle societal discrimination.

Proactive Love, Not Reactive Discipline, Will End Toxic Masculinity

It's imperative that boys are shown affection and empathy from the men in their lives.

Last Year Was Deadly for Trans Youth in San Diego

Four transgender teenagers, all from the San Diego area, died last year by suicide.

Redundant Fla. Law: Pastors Don't Have to Marry Gays

Florida lawmakers spent hours debating a bill that will give clergy members rights they already had.

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Sapphic stars: Are lesbians friend-zoning based on the Zodiac?

The Sapphics are split on this dating question from the heavens.

Editor's Letter: An Advocate for Change

Anniversaries can be a time for celebration. or self-reflection.

7th Circuit Victory for Lesbian Worker Shows Why Judges Matter

Trump hopes to stack the courts with "orginalists" who think granting LGBT rights is ludicrous.

One of Africa's Scariest Homophobes Just Lost Reelection

Nigeria has a new president from a new party. There are mixed signals, though, about what that will mean for LGBT Nigerians.

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Op-ed: The Boy Scouts of America Should Ban Bigotry

The Boy Scouts propose admitting gay scouts but banning gay adults because of some explained decision to stick with so-called traditional values.

My queer story is powerful, and so is yours. Here's how to share it with us.

Equalpride's new community editor on championing storytelling as a revolutionary act to reclaim and celebrate the diverse narratives of the LGBTQ+ community.

Amaechi reports positive reaction to his coming-out

When John Amaechi told the world he was gay, he steeled himself for a torrent of negativity that never really materialized, the former pro basketball player told the Log Cabin Republicans on Saturday.

Tennessee GOP quietly overturns marriage equality by giving officials the right to refuse

Public officials in Tennessee can now refuse to grant a marriage license to anyone at their own discretion, for any reason.

Op-ed: When Right vs. Left Becomes Right vs. Wrong

Reformed Republican Jimmy LaSalvia is not forgiving the owners of the Out NYC Hotel, who recently hosted an event for Ted Cruz.

Maine Rep. Charles Skold opens up about fighting for his community and his prized Beyoncé crop top

Skold’s transformation from Christian conservative to out and proud gay Democrat is rooted in his deep ties to his family and community.