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In The Advocate’s Women section, readers can find out the latest news and updates that are important to lesbian, bisexual, and transgender women. Discover articles related to politics, arts and entertainment, health, parenting, business, travel, and more. Find out about women from all spheres of influence who are working toward advancing the LGBT rights movement like Tammy Baldwin, Guinevere Turner, Gloria Steinem, Ellen Page, Laverne Cox, and Diana Nyad. Watch videos, read articles, and stay up-to-date on all issues related to gay women.

Kerryn Phelps
World
Lesbian Wins Key Seat in Australian Parliament, Tips Balance of Power

The victory of independent Kerryn Phelps means the Liberal Party will no longer hold a majority in Parliament.

October 20 2018 1:50 PM
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Ellen DeGeneres
People
Ellen Says She Got Bomb Threat, Death Threats After Coming Out

Ellen DeGeneres discussed the threats in a new interview with Adweek, which honored her with its Media Visionary Award.

October 19 2018 1:24 PM
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McKinnon
Transgender
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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Coming Out
Daya Comes Out As Bisexual on Instagram

The "Hide Away" hitmaker isn't hiding in the closet. 

October 16 2018 12:49 PM
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Michael Kalny and Sharice Davids
Election
GOP Official Out After 'Reservation' Comment on Gay Native American

A Kansas Republican said congressional candidate Sharice Davids  “will be sent back packing to the reservation.”

October 15 2018 3:36 PM
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Politics
Georgia Gubernatorial Candidate Is First to March in Atlanta Pride

Stacey Abrams marched with LGBTQ citizens while her opponent paraded on with antigay policies.

October 15 2018 2:33 PM
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Rafiki
Commentary
Lesbian Film ‘Rafiki’ May Change Kenya Forever

The African nation may never look at gay love the same.

October 15 2018 5:11 AM
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