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Queer Congresswoman Emily Randall opens office bathroom to everyone in defiance of anti-trans Capitol rules
“All are welcome to use our restroom regardless of gender identity or expression, political ideology, or shoe size,” U.S. Rep. Emily Randall said.
January 24, 2025
Idaho Attorney General tells schools to ban 'Everyone is Welcome Here' signs
Idaho's Republican attorney general said that signs telling children "Everyone is Welcome Here" are actually "political statements."
July 7, 2025
You Won't Believe What's Missing from Indiana Pride
Whoops! A welcome letter signed by Indiana Governor Mike Pence for this year's Indianapolis Pride festivities left out any mention of LGBT people.
June 4, 2015
Texas Eatery: Couple Ejected for Touching Legs Under Table
Restaurant staff told a gay couple they would no longer be welcome at the eatery because they violated its rules stating that men need to 'act like men.'
May 29, 2014
Christian School Reportedly Tells Teachers: Expel Gay Kids or Leave
Whitefield Academy is reportedly asking its faculty to sign a letter agreeing to persecute out students.
May 10, 2021
An Army of 41000
With recruiting shortfalls in the military, the Defense Department needs to look elsewhere. Some estimates say there are 41,000 LGBT Americans who are ready to sign up for duty
August 5, 2005
Ron DeSantis Kills Diversity and Inclusion Programs at Florida Universities
A number of students, including LGBTQ+ students, protested the event.
May 15, 2023
Power walk
Continuing her walk from San Diego to San Francisco, this Southern California soccer mom and lesbian connects with an old friend, an Adopt-a-Highway sign, and two out of three women at an ice cream store. A seventh weekly dispatch from the road.
May 25, 2006
Scoutmaster: No Uniforms in Salt Lake Pride Parade
Even with the organization's new policy change, a Utah scoutmaster will not allow uniforms to be worn at Salt Lake's upcoming Pride Parade.
June 1, 2013
Some LGBTQ+ World Cup Fans Avoid Qatar Over Ban on Homosexuality
There are some queer soccer fans who have stayed away from this World Cup over concerns of potential persecution in the conservative Middle Eastern country.
November 19, 2022
New Mexico Senate Cancels LGBT Recognition Day
Republican Senator Bill Sharer halted a day recognizing the LGBT community of Santa Fe.
February 15, 2013
Moms for Liberty’s Conference Infiltrated by Activists Calling Out Its Hate
The group distributed customized versions of hotel “do not disturb” signs.
June 30, 2023
Pope Francis Hints at Openness to Blessing Same-Sex Unions
He advises "pastoral prudence" in response to requests for blessings but says such unions shouldn't be considered equal to marriage.
October 3, 2023
Man Sets Pride Flag Ablaze in Michigan, Almost Catches Himself on Fire
Video shows the man in Lansing, Mich., setting the Pride flag aflame.
July 4, 2022
Trans Flag Creator: 'Visibility = Credibility'
Stop hiding, at least for today, writes Monica Helms.
March 31, 2019
TikTok Suspends Human Rights Campaign for 2 Days Over 'Gay' Comment
TikTok has a history of censoring LGBTQ+ content.
April 11, 2022
Chris Kluwe got arrested protesting MAGA. He's still protesting because 'it's the right thing to do'
Chris Kluwe tells The Advocate where the charges against him stand, and why he keeps speaking out.
April 3, 2025
Toolkit Helps Grassroots Activists Fight DOMA
The Respect for Marriage Coalition launched a new website with resources to help activists participate in the campaign to repeal the Defense of Marriage Act.
July 26, 2012