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Read the latest news about transgender issues. Learn more about how transgender public figures—Chelsea Manning, Jen Richards, Laverne Cox, Janet Mock, Caitlyn Jenner, Chaz Bono, and others—are shaping the agenda of the LGBT rights movement, and showing the world that gender is not so simple a thing after all. 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.

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Trump Admin. Prepared to End All Protections for Trans People

Federal agencies are circulating a memo stating trans identity isn't real, which could lead to a devastating rollback of protections.

11:58 AM
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Ohio's First Trans Wellness Center Offers HIV Testing In A Safe Space
October 19 2018 6:15 PM
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Pose Producer Lady J On Being Trans, Poz, and Powerful in Hollywood
October 19 2018 7:57 AM
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Why We Created International Pronouns Day

It's more than PC culture or "identity politics" — the new "holiday" will help transgender people feel more confident and empowered.

October 17 2018 5:03 AM
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Trans Cyclist Slams 'Bigots' After Winning Female World Championship

Rachel McKinnon's message to transphobes: My victory is legitimate.

October 16 2018 10:06 PM
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Trans Actresses Daniela Vega & Jen Richards Join 'Tales of the City'

Netflix's reboot of Armistead Maupin's beloved LGBTQ story also includes original cast members Laura Linney and Olympia Dukakis. 

October 16 2018 3:26 PM
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Pose's Indya Moore: Next Month We Can Fix Society

For too long, the most privileged decided the fate of the least. We can correct this by electing women and marginalized people, the actress says.

October 15 2018 4:03 AM
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