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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.

Hoagland
News
Remembering Alice Hoagland, Ally Mother of 9/11 Hero Mark Bingham

Hoagland wasn't just a grieving mother, but a force in her own right.

January 25 2021 1:55 PM
Anderson Cooper
Media
Anderson Cooper Thinks Poet Amanda Gorman Is 'Awesome,' and Ditto

The CNN anchor was left "transfixed" during his interview with the 22-year-old poet.

January 21 2021 7:10 PM
Imani Rupert-Gordon
Commentary
The End of a Straight White Male Supremacist Presidency

Imani-Rupert-Gordon of the National Center for Lesbian Rights talks to The Advocate about how to repair the damage wrought by Donald Trump.

January 20 2021 12:46 PM
Nomi Ruiz
film
Nomi Ruiz Takes a 'Progressive' Trans Role in New Film 'Haymaker'

In the new romantic drama, the musician and actress plays a complex and layered character whose transness is simply a fact.

January 19 2021 1:36 PM
The World to Come
film
Sparks Fly on the Frontier in Queer-Themed 'The World to Come'

Katherine Waterston and Vanessa Kirby's chemistry is off the charts in the trailer for the upcoming LGBTQ+ film. 

January 14 2021 3:00 PM
Eliza Byard
Youth
Eliza Byard Steps Down as GLSEN Executive Director

The former filmmaker has advocated for the rights of LGBTQ+ students for decades.

January 13 2021 3:32 PM
Andra Day
film
Andra Day Is Riveting as Bi Blues Singer Billie Holiday in Timely Film

The trailer is out for Lee Daniels's biopic about the government's case against Holiday. 

January 13 2021 1:54 AM
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