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Transgender

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.

Liias Byers Hoadley
Politics
Out Candidates Advance in Washington, Kansas, and Michigan Primaries

In November, Washington could elect an out lieutenant governor, Kansas its first trans state legislator, and Michigan its first out member of Congress.

August 05 2020 5:12 PM
The Queens
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'The Queens' Doc Lifts the Curtain on the Trans Stars of Drag Pageants

In this exclusive clip, Miss Continental contestants discuss the thrill, heartache, and community of competition.

August 05 2020 12:23 PM
Aja Raquell Rhone-Spears
Crime
Trans Woman Stabbed to Death at Vigil in Portland

Aja Raquell Rhone-Spears was killed while mourning another homicide victim.

August 04 2020 6:04 PM
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Crime
El Salvador Police Sentenced in Country's 1st Trans Murder Conviction

The historic ruling sets a new precedent for LGBTQ+ hate crimes in the region. 

 

August 04 2020 1:39 PM
Ianne Fields Stewart
Transgender
This Activist Ensures Black Trans People Don't Go Hungry

Ianne Fields Stewart discusses her organization, The Okra Project, which brings home-cooked meals to trans folks.

August 04 2020 11:16 AM
MARTINA
Transgender
Martina Navratilova Supports Idaho's Ban on Trans Female Athletes

The lesbian tennis champ signed on to a letter to the NCAA endorsing the ban.

August 03 2020 5:22 PM
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Transgender
House Passes Amendment to Reverse Trans Military Ban; Senate Is Next

Only two transgender service members have been considered for waivers, out of 197 who've been outed since Trump's policy went into effect. 

July 31 2020 3:13 PM
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