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Over a quarter of college applicants are rejecting schools over their states' politics: report

Over a quarter of college applicants (28 percent) said in a new survey that they "exclude schools solely based on political considerations in the state where the institution is located."

The State of Identity Politics in 2018

After some claimed Hillary Clinton's embrace of minority groups cost her the election, will midterm candidates back off their outreach to LGBTs and people of color?

The sex ed you get depends on your ZIP code — and your state’s politics

In some states, students learn about consent and healthy relationships. In others, they get "Baby Olivia."

Louisiana is the only state that's never had an out LGBTQ+ state legislator. Here's why

Queer statehouse candidates in Louisiana say running for office was 'traumatic.'

Ohio Voters Put Abortion Rights in State Constitution

They approved Issue 1, a ballot measure enshrining the right.

These blue states are making it easier for transgender people to update their documents

As Donald Trump forbids trans people from updating their gender markers at a federal level, Democratic states are making it easier for them to legally change their name and sex.

Republicans and Democrats are split on transgender rights — and it's impacting swing states

Ohio's voters largely oppose protections for trans people. And yes, Ohio's voters are largely Republican.

Trump Ineligible for Colorado Ballot, State Supreme Court Rules

He's disqualified because he took part in an insurrection, says the ruling, which Trump is appealing to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Biden Delivers Energetic, Economy-Focused State of the Union Address

He did get in a pitch for the Equality Act, though, and shout-outs to transgender youth and marriage equality.

Texas cracks down on state universities teaching about gender identity

The University of Texas System an audit into all of its courses for content related to gender identity.

Ohio universities are closing their LGBTQ+ centers to comply with a state DEI ban

Ohio's ban on DEI prohibits public universities from endorsing "any controversial belief" — including LGBTQ+ existence.

Oregon state rep flips from Republican to Democrat, citing gay son

Cyrus Javadi has left the Republican Party, saying it's full of "leaders who’d rather go viral than go fix the roads."

Texas passes bill banning abortion pills from being mailed to the state

Texas now allows private citizens the right to sue health providers for mailing abortion medication.

How Illinois's 1st Out State Sen. Mike Simmons Juggles Love & Politics

Simmons and his partner, Michael Sullivan, find that shared commitments to justice and each other keep their relationship healthy amid the demands of their work.

This small Pennsylvania town just elected the state's first-ever out transgender mayor

Eria Deuso has become the first out transgender mayor in Pennsylvania.

Texas teachers are being forced to deadname transgender students under a new state law

A Texas law requires school employees to use names and pronouns that conform to students’ sex at birth.

Danica Roem Makes History Again and Is Elected Virginia's First Transgender State Senator

Danica Roem was the first transgender person seated in any state legislature. During her campaign for state Senate, she faced transphobia but emerged victorious on Election Day.

Maine Gov. Janet Mills hits back after Trump sues state for transgender sports policies

The Trump Administration is suing Maine for allowing trans girls to participate in girls sports, but Gov. Mills says this "has never been about the protection of women and girls."

Report: Ed Buck to Be Charged With Federal Drug Crimes

Previously charged with state crimes, the political activist is now accused of distributing meth, resulting in death. 

Larry Hogan, Maryland GOP Senate candidate, evades gay constituent's question when asked about his record

His record as Maryland's governor shows that he is no friend to the LGBTQ+ community, according to political insiders in the state.

Kentucky leads the fight against conversion therapy amid a wave of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation

Kentucky has become a beacon of hope against the current political climate targeting queer people, writes Kentucky state Rep. Lisa Willner.