Meet Ben Trockman, the Disability Rights Activist Challenging the Status Quo
Almost 10 years ago, Trockman led the effort to get Congress to pass policies that ensured airplane travel for people with disabilities.
MAY 7, 2023
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'White American Idol'? Viewer Voting Sparks Outrage From Judges, Twitter
Viewers of the singing competition failed to endorse queer contestants of color Ada Vox and Jurnee, leaving the judges questioning America.
APRIL 24, 2018
Could a Drag Queen Win 'American Idol'?
Ada Vox made history by becoming the first drag performer to reach the Top 14. Could she shatter the competition's queer glass ceiling?
APRIL 17, 2018
Denial of gender-affirming care to inmate is unconstitutional, says Department of Justice
The DOJ is supporting a Georgia transgender woman who is suing the state's Department of Corrections over denial of care.
JANUARY 12, 2024
Easterseals Highlights Alarming Accessibility Gaps for Disabled Americans
In 2023, people can book a luxrious suite on an airplane but somebody who requires a wheelchair can’t board a plane and remain in their life-supporting seat.
APRIL 28, 2023
Tennessee Hit by Federal Lawsuit Over Discriminatory HIV Sex Worker Statutes
The plaintiffs say the laws are outdated and violate the Constitution and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
OCTOBER 26, 2023
Justice Dept. Scores Another Win Against HIV Discrimination
This is the Justice Department's fourth settlement in six weeks.
MARCH 14, 2013
Drag Queen Ada Vox Will Win Hearts, if Not 'American Idol'
The singer discussed the power of drag, defeating haters with love, and her potential to make history on the ABC reality competition.
APRIL 23, 2018
How the Americans With Disabilities Act Helps People Every Day
Kayley Whalen of the National LGBTQ Task Force tells how the ADA has improved her life as a person with "invisible" disabilities.
AUGUST 3, 2017
51 Steamy Selfies from The Little Gay Pub, D.C.'s Hottest New LGBTQ+ Spot
Everyone is flocking to this new establishment to go to the bathroom for a selfie.
MAY 16, 2023
Woman's Lawsuit Challenges Trans Exclusions in ADA
Continuing her years-long battle, Kate Lynn Blatt has now argued that not having her gender identity accommodated at work violated her rights under federal disability laws.
JANUARY 30, 2015
This Is the Way to Achieve Trans Rights
Ignorance often plays out at the ballot box, but fairness more often prevails in our federal judicial system, writes attorney Jillian Weiss. She says that's where trans equality will be won.
DECEMBER 3, 2015
DOJ sues Tennessee over HIV-related discrimination in anti-sex work law
The Justice Department says that the state is violating the Americans with Disabilities Act.
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
American Idol's Ada Vox Eliminated After Slaying 'Circle of Life'
Many were outraged after voters chose not to advance the talented drag performer to the Top 7.
APRIL 30, 2018
'Hurtful And Derogatory' Role Cut From Neil Patrick Harris’ New Show
The change followed actor Ada Maris speaking out against the role of the Latinx maid in the upcoming Netflix sitcom, Uncoupled.
NOVEMBER 15, 2021
Court Says Gender Dysphoria Covered by Americans with Disabilities Act
(CNN) The case at hand concerned Kesha Williams, a trans woman who was held for six months at a Virginia prison.
AUGUST 17, 2022
SCOTUS Lets Trans Woman's Discrimination Suit in Virginia Go Forward
The high court declined to review a lower court's decision that she had cause to sue under the Americans With Disabilities Act. Justices Alito and Thomas begged to differ.
JULY 3, 2023
PHOTOS: Marriage Arrives in the Unlikely State of Idaho
Lots of rings were exchanged this week in the gem state.
OCTOBER 18, 2014
Louisa Jacobson, 'Gilded Age' star and Meryl Streep's daughter, apparently comes out
After posting about "a new era of lesbian fashion" on Instagram, the actress wrote that she's "blessed" to be part of the new era. And she included a photo of herself with her girlfriend, producer Anna Blundell.
JUNE 24, 2024