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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.

Gloria Bigelow and Dalila Ali Rajah
Race
White Privilege & Anti-Racism Are Unpacked in Talk With 'Cherry Bomb'

Amid nationwide protests born out of systemic racism, the hosts of the long-running talk show discuss the work white people need to do to become true allies. 

June 03 2020 8:35 PM
Pat Hackett
Election
Pat Hackett Could Become Indiana's First Out Member of Congress

The Democrat from South Bend will face an anti-LGBTQ+ incumbent in November.

June 03 2020 4:40 PM
Kimberly Drew
Books
Writer Kimberly Drew on the Relationship Between Art and Activism

Art is not just for the elite, according to this iconoclast.

June 03 2020 12:42 PM
Roberta Colindrez
television
Roberta Colindrez on Vida's Legacy, Depiction of Butch Bodies on TV

Colindrez, who plays Nico opposite Mishel Prada's Emma, says she's "proud" of the series, which ended its run on Sunday. 

June 01 2020 6:07 PM
katie sowers
Exclusives
How Katie Sowers is Expanding LGBTQ+ Visibility on the Field

The trailblazing NFL coach is also one of our "Women of the Year." 

May 28 2020 2:20 PM
hillary clinton
Exclusives
Hillary Clinton's Fight For Equality Will Never Be Sidelined

The former secretary of state and candidate for president of the United States is one of our "Women of the Year." 

May 28 2020 2:11 PM
zaya wade
Exclusives
Zaya Wade's Visibility is Building a Better Future For LGBTQ+ Youth

The daughter of Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union also made our "Women of the Year" list. 

May 27 2020 5:01 AM
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