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Obituaries

Jonathan D. Lewis, Gay Activist Against Prop. 8 and DADT, Dead at 64

Lewis provided funding for GetEQUAL and was on the board of the American Foundation for Equal Rights, among many other activist and philanthropic endeavors.

Becca Balint Rise Up for LGBTQI Youth in Schools Initiative

Politics

Over 80 House Democrats demand Trump rescind gender-affirming care ban: 'We want trans kids to live'

The letter, introduced by Rep. Becca Balint and signed by 89 House Democrats, asserts that the ban "threatens the lives and well-being of the young people who need this care, which is supported by every major medical association."

World

Naugle Talks About Democrats Against Marriage

Florida's ballot measure to make it more difficult for judges to overturn the state's standing marriage ban has plenty of Republican supporters, but some prominent Democrats have declared themselves supporters of the measure, including controversial Fort Lauderdale mayor Jim Naugle. Naugle called The Advocate to talk about why he supports Florida's marriage ban.

Politics

Trans representative-elect Sarah McBride hits back on blaming transgender people for Harris defeat

Representative-elect McBride stated in response to the question on trans people and Democratic losses, "The party that was focused on culture wars and trans people was the Republican Party."

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Jonathan D. Lewis, Gay Activist Against Prop. 8 and DADT, Dead at 64

Lewis provided funding for GetEQUAL and was on the board of the American Foundation for Equal Rights, among many other activist and philanthropic endeavors.

Brian Sims: Young People Will Save the Democratic Party

The first out gay man elected to Pennsylvania's state legislature is fighting not only for equality but common sense.

Over 80 House Democrats demand Trump rescind gender-affirming care ban: 'We want trans kids to live'

The letter, introduced by Rep. Becca Balint and signed by 89 House Democrats, asserts that the ban "threatens the lives and well-being of the young people who need this care, which is supported by every major medical association."

Trans Woman Elected Head of Okla Dem Group

Sarah McBride nearly assured of Congress win after primary opponent drops out

McBride, currently a Delaware state senator, is poised to be the first out transgender member of Congress.

Obama Picks Up LGBT Supporters From Edwards

A critical mass of John Edwards's LGBT steering committee is going public with support for Sen. Barack Obama over Sen. Hillary Clinton.

Trans Challenger to Take on Sally Kern?

Trans Challenger to Take on Sally Kern?

Pete Buttigieg to Democrats: ‘Move quickly through the shock’ of Trump’s worst impulses

He told progressives that the former and incoming president will be a chaos agent and to focus on talking to Americans instead of getting stuck on Donald Trump’s antics.

Is This the Year Dems Embrace Marriage Equality?

This could be the year Democrats officially embrace marriage equality.

Naugle Talks About Democrats Against Marriage

White Women, Black Gay Men: Different Victims, Different Response

Would America be up in arms if Harvey Weinstein abused black sex workers? The case of Gemmel Moore -- who died of an overdose at the home of a different Democratic donor -- suggests not.

Mark Leno on His Gay Education Bill Lawrence King

Gay Pride Banned from SI St. Pats Parade

Scruff Users Growl Support for Hillary

Like other polls, an informal survey on Scruff has the Democratic frontrunner winning in New York.

Josh Sorbe is using his voice on Capitol Hill to fight for LGBTQ+ rights

In our 2025 Thriving Under 30 feature, we highlight several young LGBTQ+ activists and advocates who are already changing the world.

YouTubers Justin and Nick Talk Midterms With Dems' Tom Perez

Watch the popular pair and other millennials interview the DNC chair about the party, platform issues, and getting out the vote.

Trans representative-elect Sarah McBride hits back on blaming transgender people for Harris defeat

Representative-elect McBride stated in response to the question on trans people and Democratic losses, "The party that was focused on culture wars and trans people was the Republican Party."

Gay California Dem Chair Resigns Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Eric Bauman was accused of harassing both men and women.

Kirsten Gillibrand Parties With Drag Queens in Iowa

The Democratic presidential hopeful also arm-wrestled and admitted she misses Al Franken.

Gallup Poll Majority for Marriage Equality

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Lewis provided funding for GetEQUAL and was on the board of the American Foundation for Equal Rights, among many other activist and philanthropic endeavors.

The first out gay man elected to Pennsylvania's state legislature is fighting not only for equality but common sense.

The letter, introduced by Rep. Becca Balint and signed by 89 House Democrats, asserts that the ban "threatens the lives and well-being of the young people who need this care, which is supported by every major medical association."

McBride, currently a Delaware state senator, is poised to be the first out transgender member of Congress.

A critical mass of John Edwards's LGBT steering committee is going public with support for Sen. Barack Obama over Sen. Hillary Clinton.

He told progressives that the former and incoming president will be a chaos agent and to focus on talking to Americans instead of getting stuck on Donald Trump’s antics.

This could be the year Democrats officially embrace marriage equality.

Would America be up in arms if Harvey Weinstein abused black sex workers? The case of Gemmel Moore -- who died of an overdose at the home of a different Democratic donor -- suggests not.

Like other polls, an informal survey on Scruff has the Democratic frontrunner winning in New York.

In our 2025 Thriving Under 30 feature, we highlight several young LGBTQ+ activists and advocates who are already changing the world.

Watch the popular pair and other millennials interview the DNC chair about the party, platform issues, and getting out the vote.

Representative-elect McBride stated in response to the question on trans people and Democratic losses, "The party that was focused on culture wars and trans people was the Republican Party."

Eric Bauman was accused of harassing both men and women.

The Democratic presidential hopeful also arm-wrestled and admitted she misses Al Franken.