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My First Gay Bar Photograph Submission Page

Our first experiences at gay bars need to be honored as rites of passage. And that's what writers Sean Chandler and David Leeper have done in part with their new play, At The Flash, which premiers in November at the Center on Halsted's Hoover-Leppen Theater in Chicago. In the spirit, please share a photo from your first gay bar and let us know what made it special to you.

Utah Auditor Becomes Bathroom Monitor Due to Flooded Snitch Form

News

Utah auditor slams legislature for making him 'bathroom monitor' after 'snitch form' flooded with memes

After receiving thousands of meme submissions to a form used to report transgender people in bathrooms, Utah's auditor shared scathing words for the legislature tasking him with the role.

New York Civil Liberties Union marches during the NYC LGBTQIA Pride parade

Voices

It's time to build a sustainable future for LGBTQ+ advocacy work. Here's why

As attacks on LGBTQ+ rights continue, perhaps it's time to rethink our approach to the nonprofit sector, writes Marie-Adélina de la Ferrière.

Politics

A guide to navigating Thanksgiving with Trump voters

Gravy or grievance? Brit Barron is on a mission to redefine the art of connection in a divided world.

Prince Manvendra Singh Gohil with now husband Prince DeAndre Richardson at LA PRIDE Music Festival And Parade 2016 West Hollywood California gay royals

India

A royal love story: India's first out gay prince and his American husband

Discover the powerful love story of Prince Manvendra Singh Gohil and Prince DeAndre Richardson, who are breaking barriers and fighting for LGBTQ+ rights in India.

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Vers actor Brandon Kyle Goodman dishes on his spicy kinks & FAVE bedroom positions

The star leaves nothing to the imagination in this steamy session with our very own Ricky Cornish.

Call for Submissions: What's Your Reason for Pride?

The most inspiring, or most hilarious, or most creative of your reasons will be featured by The Advocate.

Escape Queerantine With the Kinky Travel Show 'Submission Possible'

Madison Young, the "Queen of Kink," takes viewers on a sex-positive trip around the globe.

My First Gay Bar Photograph Submission Page

'Funny Boy,' a Gay Sri Lankan Coming-of-Age Film, Arrives on Netflix

Deepa Mehta's latest production is also Canada's Oscar submission.

Older Queer Women in Love Get Rare Visibility in 'Two of Us' Trailer

The film, which stars two acclaimed actresses, is France's submission for the 93rd Academy Awards.

Study: Straight Women/Gay Men Thirst for Wealthy, White, Worked-Out

An analysis of submissions to TubeCrush.net shows a problematic "post-feminist" attraction to the patriarchy on the London Underground.

Brzezinski: I Shouldn't Have Called Sec. of State 'Butt Boy'

The MSNBC co-host was slammed for insinuating Mike Pompeo was sexually submissive to the Saudi Crown Prince.

Texas Republicans Introduce 17 Anti-LGBTQ+ Bills

Members of the Texas GOP wasted no time introducing anti-LGBTQ+ legislation on the first day submissions for the next legislative session were accepted.

Utah auditor slams legislature for making him 'bathroom monitor' after 'snitch form' flooded with memes

After receiving thousands of meme submissions to a form used to report transgender people in bathrooms, Utah's auditor shared scathing words for the legislature tasking him with the role.

Hard family conversations spanned decades until change arrived at the 11th hour

How do we navigate forgiveness and change within our families and communities?

It's time to build a sustainable future for LGBTQ+ advocacy work. Here's why

As attacks on LGBTQ+ rights continue, perhaps it's time to rethink our approach to the nonprofit sector, writes Marie-Adélina de la Ferrière.

30 Kinky Terms Every Gay Man Needs To Know

A handy guide for all your adventures.

Kink Is a Valid Part of LGBTQ Life

Many queer people find fulfillment in the scene, yet it's depicted in the media as abusive or debased.

A guide to navigating Thanksgiving with Trump voters

Gravy or grievance? Brit Barron is on a mission to redefine the art of connection in a divided world.

16 Things I Learned From Having Sex With Trans Men

Sex is about a lot more than body parts, says gay sex columnist Alex Cheves.

Indiana launches anti-LGBTQ+ 'snitch line;' users flood it with memes in protest

Attorney General Todd Rokita launched a tool for parents to report "gender ideology" in schools. It didn't go as planned.

Professor Marston and the Wonder Women Is Kinky and Queer

The tale of Wonder Woman's creator, his wife, and their lover is a refreshing homage to sexual freedom.

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The star leaves nothing to the imagination in this steamy session with our very own Ricky Cornish.

The most inspiring, or most hilarious, or most creative of your reasons will be featured by The Advocate.

Madison Young, the "Queen of Kink," takes viewers on a sex-positive trip around the globe.

Deepa Mehta's latest production is also Canada's Oscar submission.

The film, which stars two acclaimed actresses, is France's submission for the 93rd Academy Awards.

An analysis of submissions to TubeCrush.net shows a problematic "post-feminist" attraction to the patriarchy on the London Underground.

The MSNBC co-host was slammed for insinuating Mike Pompeo was sexually submissive to the Saudi Crown Prince.

Members of the Texas GOP wasted no time introducing anti-LGBTQ+ legislation on the first day submissions for the next legislative session were accepted.

After receiving thousands of meme submissions to a form used to report transgender people in bathrooms, Utah's auditor shared scathing words for the legislature tasking him with the role.

How do we navigate forgiveness and change within our families and communities?

Supporting LGBTQ+ youths' mental health is crucial. How can we ensure all young people have access to the support they need to thrive?'

As attacks on LGBTQ+ rights continue, perhaps it's time to rethink our approach to the nonprofit sector, writes Marie-Adélina de la Ferrière.

A handy guide for all your adventures.

Many queer people find fulfillment in the scene, yet it's depicted in the media as abusive or debased.

Gravy or grievance? Brit Barron is on a mission to redefine the art of connection in a divided world.

Sex is about a lot more than body parts, says gay sex columnist Alex Cheves.

Attorney General Todd Rokita launched a tool for parents to report "gender ideology" in schools. It didn't go as planned.

Discover the powerful love story of Prince Manvendra Singh Gohil and Prince DeAndre Richardson, who are breaking barriers and fighting for LGBTQ+ rights in India.

The tale of Wonder Woman's creator, his wife, and their lover is a refreshing homage to sexual freedom.