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Gay former staffer sues GOP Texas congressman over 'hostile work environment'

Alex Chadwell, who is gay, accused Rep. Troy Nehls, his chief of staff, and special adviser of regularly making homophobic comments at work like “gays go to hell."

The Trevor Project, the LGBTQ+ suicide prevention org, announces Jaymes Black as its new CEO

Black previously led the nonprofit group Family Equality.

HRC Leader Critiqued for Cuomo Ties But Says Governor Should Resign

Alphonso David had been the New York governor's lawyer before joining the Human Rights Campaign and was involved in the response to sexual harassment accusations.

Brian Sims named CEO of the LGBTQ+ PAC that took on Moms for Liberty in 2023 (exclusive)

In an exclusive interview with The Advocate, Brian Sims shared his vision for Agenda PAC as it gears up for the final stretch of the high-stakes 2024 election cycle.

Eliza Byard Steps Down as GLSEN Executive Director

The former filmmaker has advocated for the rights of LGBTQ+ students for decades.

Op-ed: Are Gays Better With Money?

It's been reported that LGBT people earn more and have less debt than the general population, but does that mean we are actually better with money?

The Little-Known Origin of 'Gay Rights Are Human Rights''

Mira Patel served as special advisor on Hillary Clinton’s policy planning staff at the State Department. Four years after Clinton delivered an unforgettable speech at the UN on LGBT equality, Patel provides some fascinating backstory.

Richard Grenell, Trump's Top Gay Appointee, Joins Anti-LGBTQ+ Group

Grenell is now special adviser for national security and foreign policy at the American Center for Law and Justice, founded by Pat Robertson.

Hillary Clinton announces national LGBT steering committee

Hillary Clinton's campaign announced today the formation of "LGBT Americans for Hillary"--a national steering committee made up of more than 65 LGBT leaders (full list included below), all of whom have personally endorsed Clinton for president.

Coming Out to Hillary Clinton

Mira Patel describes the experience of introducing her girlfriend to one of the most powerful women on the planet.

Former students share how Tim Walz allyship to LGBTQ+ teens in the '90s changed the course of their lives

Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate has been a vocal LGBTQ+ ally.

Immigrants Are Being Put In ICE Solitary For Being Disabled, LGBTQ

NBC found thousands of LGBTQ and disabled migrants kept in isolation over a five-year period.

3 Big Differences: Boy Scouts Versus Girl Scouts

The differences between Girls Scouts and Boy Scouts run deep on LGBT acceptance.

Biden Administration, Advocacy Groups Mark Intersex Awareness Day

On Intersex Awareness Day, many people wear yellow and purple.

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Iowa Conservatives Launch Next Campaign to Oust Judge

Rick Santorum and Brian Brown were on hand for the announcement from Bob Vander Plaats.

LGBTQ+ Americans: History Is on Our Side

"There is a movement underway today and it is driving toward inclusion."

Trump Pal Roger Stone Melts Down on Twitter, Gets Suspended

The sexually ambiguous ex-advisor to Trump loses it after news breaks that special counsel Robert Mueller is about to levy charges against members of the Trump team.

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Kamala Harris’s long-time out policy advisor Ike Irby departs White House (exclusive)

As he leaves his role, Ike Irby discussed his departure and his tenure as one of the vice president’s most influential advisors in an interview with The Advocate.

First Trans Woman of Color Appointee in White House

Raffi Freedman-Gurspan will be the first transgender appointee to work in the White House.

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Op-ed: Love, Marriage, and Retirement

Another benefit to marriage equality? Tools to help make retirement planning a bit easier.