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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.

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Media
Gay Right-Winger Says Christine Hallquist Has 'Transgender Privilege'

Gay journalist Chadwick Moore contended the Vermont gubernatorial candidate is known only for being trans, which is hardly the case. 

August 16 2018 9:03 PM
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Two New Missouri Schools Have All Gender-Neutral Restrooms

North Kansas City school district officials say the gender-neutral design enhances privacy and security.

August 16 2018 3:30 PM
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Commentary
A Revolution in Trans Political Power

The LGBTQ Victory Fund's Annise Parker on the extraordinary victory of Christine Hallquist and what it portends.

August 16 2018 6:04 AM
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People
'LGBTQ&A' Podcast: Singer Shea Diamond on Life in Prison

The trans singer speaks to Jeffrey Masters about being incarcerated in a men's prison as well as her burgeoning music career.

August 16 2018 4:31 AM
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Protest Held in Support of Oklahoma Trans Student Facing Threats

After the middle school had to close due to a parent threatening to knife a transgender seventh-grader, the community is standing against hate.

August 15 2018 3:32 PM
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Why are Pronouns Important?
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They, Xir, Hir, Zem: The New World of Pronouns

For many, "he" or "she" just won't do. 

August 15 2018 2:20 PM
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Business
Masterpiece Cakeshop Owner Refused to Serve Trans Woman

The woman filed a complaint with the Colorado Civil Rights Commission; bakery owner Jack Phillips responded by filing a lawsuit against the state.

August 15 2018 2:19 PM
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