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A new bill would enhance LGBTQ+ youth mental health services

The Pride in Mental Health Act, introduced Thursday by U.S. Sens. Laphonza Butler and Tina Smith, comes at a time of crisis for LGBTQ+ young people..

Democrats Introduce Bill to Make PrEP Available to More Americans

White Republicans have targeted PrEP access in an attempt to limit what insurance companies cover, Democrats are trying to expand access to the life saving drugs.

Which Democratic U.S. Senators Have the Gayest and Least Gay Staffs?

Democratic senators have released their annual survey of staff diversity, and LGBTQ+ representation has risen.

GOPer Who Likened Marriage Equality to Rape Seeks Senate Seat

Jason Lewis, who also complained about not being able to call women sluts, wants to be U.S. senator from Minnesota.

Dead Marijuana Candidate Paid by GOP to Defeat Lesbian Politician

Adam C. Weeks, who was running against U.S. Rep. Angie Craig, died in September, but a voice mail has emerged in which he said Republicans asked him to be a spoiler.

Homophobe Michele Bachmann Considering Senate Run, If God Says OK

The anti-LGBT former congresswoman and presidential hopeful might run for Al Franken's old seat if she hears the call.

Lesbian Congresswoman Angie Craig Survives GOP Plot to Take Her Down

A third-party candidate, now deceased, had said Republicans recruited him to draw votes away from Craig, but she won reelection anyway.

Senators Press State Department on Support for LGBTQ+ Asylum Seekers

Senators led by Amy Klobuchar praise Secretary of State Antony Blinken for his commitment to help this vulnerable population, but they want a progress report and further action.

Worsening mental health of LGBTQI+ youth calls for new federal policy that I’m leading

"This bill is straightforward yet impactful, offering support to LGBTQI+ youth who have nowhere else to turn for help," writes Rep. Sharice Davids.

The Significance of Juneteenth

On this date in 1865, the news of slavery's end came to the last state practicing it. It's become a day to celebrate and reflect on African-American history.

Top 10 Queer Culture Must-Knows This Spring

We might be stuck at home, but there are still cool things to do (and see). 

Tonight's Golden Globes Drinking Game

The two funny ladies want you to get drunk tonight.

Rosie O'Donnell Joins Bette, Shane, Alice on The L Word: Generation Q

Will O'Donnell's character face off with Bette Porter? 

Black Gay 'Slave Play' Writer Jeremy O. Harris Makes Tony History

LGBTQ+ and queer-led productions, including The Inheritance, received much love this year.

WATCH: The Acclaimed Gay Short Film, Niagara

The 6th Annual Don Thompson LGBT Film Festival recently named the best short gay-themed film of the year. Watch it here.

10 Pop Divas Who Rocked It On Film (Or Tried)

These gay icons made the switch from the pop charts to film - with varying degrees of success.

LGBT Faves Dominate Emmy Nominations

Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Jim Parsons, Denis O'Hare, Margaret Cho, Dan Savage, and Ryan Murphy are among the LGBT notables who were awakened with good news as the 2012 Emmy nominations were announced this morning.

Jann Wenner's Legacy: Janis Joplin Lamented Rolling Stone Story Days Before Death

The interview can be viewed in a new light after the magazine’s queer cofounder, Jann Wenner, denigrated Black and female musicians.

Florida Democrats Call for GOP Chair and His Wife to Resign Over Rape Allegations & ‘Staggering Hypocrisy’

Facing criminal allegations against Christian Ziegler and charges of deep-seated hypocrisy against Bridget Ziegler of Moms for Liberty, Florida Democrats are advocating for their swift departure from political positions.

Op-ed: Empire Gets Gayer, But Pop Stars Were Always Queer

The hit show challenges hip-hop's gay haters, but pop stars are actually revered for being gay, bisexual, or androgynous.

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Some Surprises at the 2013 Golden Globe Awards

Jodie's out, Adele is in, and everyone loves Amy Poehler and Tina Fey.

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