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Read the latest opinion pieces from political leaders, activists, and everyday queer people who want to express themselves in the leading publication for LGBTQ+ news and politics. Discover what people from our community have to say about issues and topics that touch the lives of the LGBTQ+ people and their allies. Find the voices of the people shaping our queer world right here.

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In a critical election, the Washington Post and Los Angeles Times endorse fascism

The silence of major media outlets serves not as impartiality but as complicity in the erosion of democratic values and the rise of fascism, writes John Casey.


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When kindness costs nothing, why are we still paying in prejudice?

It's time ignorance was given society's side-eye, writes Cain Turner.

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Kamala, we need more than just a party invite—we need your voice on trans rights

Despite a strong record on LGBTQ+ issues, Vice President Kamala Harris' recent comments on trans rights leave some feeling overlooked as attacks on the trans community intensify ahead of the 2024 election, writes Marie-Adélina de la Ferrière.

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Why Nate Cohn, Joe Scarborough, Steve Kornacki, and James Carville keep me up at night

I am consumed with worry and fret about the election, which means you must be too, writes John Casey

US Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris speaks to supporters during a campaign stop at a UAW hall during on October 18 2024 in Lansing Michigan
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How Kamala Harris can win over Trump-leaning white men, suburban women and minorities

Hint: It’s all about the economy.

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Trump smears icon Arnold Palmer as unhinged athletes Antonio Brown and Le'Veon Bell endorse him

The homophobic Brown and the entitled and grievance-filled Bell underscore Trump’s worst traits, writes John Casey.

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Trump's obsession with hate and lies could kill LGBTQ+ people

Donald Trump only cares about power, writes Karen Ocamb.

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Grief, guilt, and the journey to self-acceptance after Virginia Tech

Writer Mala Kumar reflects on the tragic Virginia Tech shooting, and how the tragedy shaped her path to love and self-acceptance.

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Are we swiping right on loneliness? Time to log off and reclaim real connections

Are we sacrificing real connections for the illusion of endless ones on social media and dating apps?

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Out and proud, balancing faith and identity in a divided world

Jewish queer students face rising antisemitism and anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric, writes Rachael Fried. Creating supportive and inclusive spaces is urgent now more than ever.

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A simple question for Trump and the GOP — ‘Do you see me as a human?’ — has an unsettling answer

It took one nonbinary student to distill all the hateful anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric and ads into the most consequential question for us in this election, John Casey writes.

Trump & team intentionally mispronouncing Kamala's name is racist and dehumanizing
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Trump & team intentionally mispronouncing Kamala's name is racist and dehumanizing

Here’s how the news media can put an end to it.

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Bisexual in the Bible Belt, am I the problem–or is it the South?

Growing up as a Black, sexually fluid man in the South was a journey filled with challenges and stereotypes, writes Jordan J Edwards.

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Is it still safe to come out at work? The truth about LGBTQ+ inclusion in the workplace

Coming out at work can be a daunting experience, but it's worth it, writes Out & Equal's Erin Uritus on National Coming Out Day.

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Coming out isn't always a happy ending—it's a new beginning

For writer Frances Frey, coming out was more about integrity than happiness.

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A top executive at a major company warns brands: Don't pull the plug on DEI programs

Corporate DEI programs protect employees and the bottom line while contributing to a more equitable and just society, says one exec.

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Milton, please spare the Don Cesar, a place that holds bittersweet memories for a gay man

John Casey writes that he first visited St. Petersburg's historic hotel as a teen struggling mightily with his sexuality, but he returned as an out gay man to a same-sex wedding.

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13 LGBTQ+ content creators you need to follow this election season

From witty analysis to powerful advocacy, these content creators are here to cut through the noise and keep you informed.

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Left unprotected, the fight for inclusive Title IX isn't over

The Biden-Harris administration's new Title IX rule promised to protect LGBTQ+ students from sexual violence, but conservative states are blocking its implementation and leaving many queer assault survivors unprotected.

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LGBTQ+ support for Kamala Harris can't be taken for granted – especially in swing states

Here’s what you can do to influence potential voters in your life.