The queerest education in America: How LGBTQ+ kids thrive at this Indiana school
In South Bend, River Montessori High School is supporting its students to be their true selves. Here's a look inside its affirming walls.
May 13, 2024
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Debate: Rachel Maddow Presses Pete Buttigieg on South Bend Shooting
Joe Biden invoked LGBTQ advances to defend his civil rights record, and Eric Swalwell offered the only recognition of Pulse victims over two nights of debate.
June 28, 2019
South Bend, Ind.'s Gay Mayor Weds in Supreme Style
The ceremony for Mayor Pete Buttigieg and Chasten Glezman featured some words from the Supreme Court's marriage equality ruling.
June 21, 2018
Long Way From South Bend: Chasten Buttigieg on Living in Costly D.C.
Chasten says he and his husband, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, are "doing fine," but notes that living in Washington is untenable for many people.
July 26, 2021
Chasten Buttigieg calls Republican politicians ‘bad actors’ during South Bend book event
The author and father didn’t hold back in his evaluation of conservative theatrics lawmakers employ instead of getting things done for their constituents.
May 20, 2024
Pat Hackett Could Become Indiana's First Out Member of Congress
The Democrat from South Bend will face an anti-LGBTQ+ incumbent in November.
June 3, 2020
Gay Pres. Hopeful Pete Buttigieg: I've Handled Bullies Like Trump
The South Bend, Ind. mayor said he'd try to ignore the president and focus on the American people.Â
February 13, 2019
Buttigieg to Reveal Consulting Firm Clients After McKinsey Lifts NDA
The out presidential candidate worked for the powerful firm before he was elected mayor of South Bend, Ind.
December 9, 2019
Amy Klobuchar: Buttigieg Wouldn't Attract Voters If He Were Female
A woman with the South Bend mayor's level of experience wouldn't be taken seriously as a presidential candidate, Klobuchar says.
November 12, 2019
Pete Buttigieg: Religion Shouldn't Excuse Discrimination
The South Bend mayor is the latest Democratic presidential candidate to give an interview to the National Center for Transgender Equality.
October 24, 2019
Pete Buttigieg Wants to Eliminate Death Penalty, Legalize Weed
Justice reform plan released as presidential candidate reals from leadership test in South Bend, Ind.
July 11, 2019
Popular Mayor in Indiana Is Out
The mayor of South Bend, Indiana, Pete Buttigieg, chose to reveal his sexuality in an op-ed published in the local newspaper.
June 16, 2015
Pete Buttigieg explains Donald Trump and JD Vance's racist, false pet-eating claims
The gay former mayor of South Bend and former presidential candidate has the Trump-Vance ticket figured out.
September 14, 2024
Pete Buttigieg Didn't Mention LGBTQ Rights at Key Iowa Event
The South Bend, Ind., mayor focused on his Midwestern bona fides and proclaimed the need for unity, hope, and change.Â
November 2, 2019
Pete Buttigieg Faces Fire Over Racial Tensions at Town Hall
A police shooting in South Bend, Ind., puts the presidential candidate's social justice record under a harsh spotlight.
June 24, 2019
Chasten Buttigieg Would Be the Best 'First Lady' of Twitter
On Twitter, the "First Gent of South Bend" is both a proud supporter of his spouse's presidential run and a genuinely hilarious presence.
March 21, 2019
Mayor Pete Buttigieg: Nation Ready for a Gay Millennial President
The South Bend, Ind., mayor tells The Advocate why he launched a presidential exploratory committee today.
January 23, 2019
Pete Buttigieg Will Be First Gay Candidate in Presidential Debates
South Bend, Ind., Mayor Pete Buttigieg this month will make history as the first out presidential candidate to appear in a major debate.
June 14, 2019
Buttigieg Challenged by Racist at Iowa Campaign Event
The out candidate responded after a conservative writer said, "Just tell the black people of South Bend to stop committing crime and doing drugs."
July 5, 2019