The Advocates 2024: Poet and activist Dr. Cheryl Clarke
The lesbian poet, essayist, scholar, and educator's career and activism have been going strong for over four decades.
June 27 2024 2:10 PM
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African-Americans
The Advocates 2024: Dallas Pride's Sherrell Cross
The first Black woman to head the Texas LGBTQ+ organization is letting other marginalized folks know that they "also have a seat at this table.”
June 25 2024 10:56 AM
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Health
Black Republicans: Grand Old Pawns
Trump-era Black Republicans aren't truly conservative, they're just cons, claims gay writer Clay Cane in his new bestselling book.
February 18 2024 4:16 PM
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Art
Lesbian-inclusive 'Color Purple' doesn't need Oscars' approval
Largely snubbed by the Academy, 2023's The Color Purple is a miracle, regardless of awards.
January 29 2024 2:42 PM
Bi, Black, Fat, Disabled: Clarkisha Kent Is All That and More
This fearless writer navigates numerous identities. Read an excerpt from her new book describing how she achieved self-acceptance.
May 19 2023 1:48 PM
New Doc Chronicles Queer — or Not — Rock Icon Little Richard
The influential early rocker was conflicted about sexuality and religion but made great music, as detailed in Little Richard: I Am Everything.
March 16 2023 10:19 AM
Chicago's Lesbian Mayor Lori Lightfoot Resoundingly Loses Reelection
The issue of crime took center stage in the nation's third-largest city.
February 28 2023 10:27 PM
Out, Black, and proud: Ernestine Eckstein fought for us before Stonewall
During Black History Month, we honor the courage of Ernestine Eckstein, who put her life on the line to speak out for queer rights.
February 11 2023 1:22 PM
Pauli Murray Will Be First Black Queer Person on U.S. Currency
The nonbinary civil rights activist, lawyer, poet, and priest will appear on a quarter.
February 10 2023 7:26 PM
Black Gay Man Davante Lewis Is First Out State Official in Louisiana
Lewis, an advocate for renewable energy, won a runoff election to become a member of the state's Public Service Commission.
December 12 2022 8:34 PM
Superstar Tenor Russell Thomas on Being a Black Queer Man in Opera
Thomas, who's currently artist in residence at the Los Angeles Opera, also discusses what he calls the best decision of his life: becoming a father.
December 09 2022 4:12 PM
Erick Russell Is First Black Gay Statewide Elected Official
Russell has been elected Connecticut state treasurer.
November 09 2022 1:38 PM
How Tobacco Companies Harm the LGBTQ+ Community
Tobacco companies have long profited off LGBTQ+ and Black communities, and it's time for stricter regulation.
August 30 2022 6:27 PM
Out Candidates See Groundbreaking Wins in Connecticut, Minnesota
A Black gay man stands to become Connecticut's treasurer, while Black and transgender women had breakthroughs in Minnesota.
August 10 2022 6:02 PM
A Gay Black Elder on Aging with Dignity
On what has -- and hasn't -- improved since the summer of 1969.
June 22 2022 1:03 PM
Why Juneteenth, Now a Federal Holiday, Is So Significant
June 19, 1865, marked the end of slavery in the U.S., and recognition of the date is spreading.
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June 19 2022 9:00 AM