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Will Ferrell wanted to support his transgender friend after she came out, so they made a movie

One of the world's biggest comedians is uplifting his transgender friend in a new documentary, Will & Harper, for an "intimate portrayal of friendship, transition, and America."

Georgia's Governor Understands Christian Values

In opposing 'religious refusal' legislation that would enable anti-LGBT discrimination, Gov. Nathan Deal is practicing true Christianity, says Believe Out Loud's James Rowe.

Understanding Haggards fall from grace

It's easy to delight in disgraced evangelical leader Ted Haggard's very public humiliation. Perhaps he deserves that and more. But to stay in harsh judgment would do a great disservice to ourselves and to our hard-won self-respect.

Understanding the Women Behind The Matrix, Sense8, and Bound

This author examines the Wachowski sisters, the most influential trans filmmakers in Hollywood. 

Gay Men Should Understand Bathroom Terror

James Rowe, like many boys who grew up to be gay or bi, remembers bathrooms and locker rooms as places of fear. The one positive from those experiences — more empathy for the trans plight.

NYC Pride Makes Peace With Bi Activists

Just in time for Pride weekend, organizers of New York City's pride celebration have reached an agreement with activists on bisexual inclusion.

Experts Try to Understand Rare Cases of Monkeypox Deaths

(CNN) Out of the more than 31,000 cases of monkeypox reported globally since January, only a small number have been deadly. But what causes MPV to be fatal?

A 101 Guide to Knowing Thyself (And Understanding Everyone Else)

Our 101 guide to gender identities and sexual orientations.

17 Horror Films Only LGBT People Understand

There are scary movies that have special meaning for queer viewers. Here's a sampling.

Op-ed: Why I Understand Hate Crimes

Hate crimes have been on the rise in New York City. Comedian Mike Gillerman has a theory.

Op-ed: Relapse, Cory Monteith, and Understanding Addiction

The death of Cory Monteith reminds writer Tyler Gillespie that we all could do better when it comes to talking to each other about addiction.

New Play 'Members Only' Looks at the Past to Understand the Present

Oliver Mayer's new work focuses on a gay boxing champion in the year a mysterious disease got the name of AIDS.

How I Came to Understand the Cruelty of My Closeted Ex

A producer of Some Freaks confronted past demons when his film tackled a closeted gay character.

Understanding Anita Bryant, the Woman Who Declared War on Gays

Robert Whirry -- a writer of the upcoming play Anita Bryant's Playboy Interview -- on why it's so important to know your enemies.

Lutheran Minister's 'Journey of Understanding' Led to Marriage Equality Support

Retired pastor Gilbert Rossing has two gay sons -- he officiated a marriage ceremony for one and would like to do so for the other, if only the state of Oregon would legalize same-sex marriage.

For a More Perfect Union, We Still Need More Education, Understanding

What the Supreme Court ruling and the public's support for Black Lives Matter show us.