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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.

Charlotte Cushman
Books
This Actress Had a Forbidden Lesbian Affair in 1844

Read about a 19th-century affair in this excerpt of Lady Romeo: The Radical and Revolutionary Life of Charlotte Cushman, America's First Celebrity.

July 12 2020 2:18 PM
cottagecore
Women
What Is a Cottagecore Lesbian?
Longing to escape into the countryside with your queer girlfriend? You're not alone.
July 10 2020 5:46 PM
Dead
Commentary
Dead to Me’s Bisexual Storyline Epitomizes 'Casual Queerness'

The show's female love story is a blueprint for future TV and film storylines.

July 10 2020 2:41 PM
Naya
News
'Glee' Star Naya Rivera Missing, Son Found Alone on Boat in Lake

Officials continue to search for the actress.

July 09 2020 12:50 PM Updated
Born to Play
Sports
'Born to Play,' From Queer Director, Follows Women's Football Team

Follow the Boston Renegades as they balance their day jobs with the sport they love. 

July 01 2020 8:03 PM
rowling
Commentary
Responding to J.K. Rowling: It’s Past Time for Lesbians to Speak Out

Two lesbian feminist activists talk about why it's important to denounce trans-exclusionary language.

July 01 2020 2:21 PM
Mary Lambert
Music
Mary Lambert on Queering Hymns, LGBTQ+ Visibility and the Indigo Girls

The Grammy-nominated artist chatted with Inside With the Advocate in May about the LGBTQ+ artists who inspired her. 

July 01 2020 1:53 PM
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