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Read the latest news about transgender issues. Learn more about how transgender public figures, including Chelsea Manning, Jen Richards, Laverne Cox, Janet Mock, Caitlyn Jenner, Chaz Bono, and others are shaping and pushing forward the agenda of the LGBT rights movement. Whether it’s in the spheres of entertainment, politics, education, media, government, or international or local coverage, The Advocate is the leading source for news that is important to transgender, gay, lesbian, and bisexual individuals around the world.

Kelly Eusaint Lewis and Al Yuen
Commentary
This Is What It Feels Like to Be Supported at Work

Two Airbnb employees on how fostering acceptance at their company translated to more understanding in the greater world.

1 hour 3 min ago
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Cynthia Nixon Announces Her Oldest Child Is Transgender

The actress and New York gubernatorial candidate stated how proud she is of her son, Samuel Joseph Mozes.

June 23 2018 2:23 PM
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Transgender Dating App Sees Tremendous Growth
June 23 2018 9:08 AM
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Parents Start Petitions to Prohibit Trans Athletes from Competing

The track and field victories of Terry Miller and Andraya Yearwood inspired an ugly response.

June 22 2018 4:33 PM
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Commentary
How Visibility Can Change What It Means to Be a Man

Media representation of men who aren't exactly Chris Pratt or Chris Pine could lead to change that transcends entertainment.

June 21 2018 5:04 AM
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Politics
Texas GOP Endorses 'Ex-Gay' Therapy, Hate-Crimes Law Repeal

The state's Republican party just released its platform — and it's jaw-dropping. 

June 20 2018 9:01 PM
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Ashlee Marie Preston's Birthday Cake Was Decorated With Murdered Trans Women
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Ashlee Marie Preston's Birthday Cake Honored Murdered Trans Women

The activist wants to bring attention to the dismal life expectancy rates for black trans women.

June 20 2018 5:11 PM
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