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Blame Mitch McConnell if you’re scared and angry

Mitch McConnell closes out his Senate career with misplaced repentance, writes John Casey in an op-ed.

Joe Biden: Trump and Followers Are Undermining American Democracy

The president delivered a harsh rebuke to Trump and "MAGA Republicans" in a speech in Philadelphia.

Oprah on Clinton: 'You Don't Have to Like Her'

Oprah said a vote for Clinton is a vote for American democracy.

Ohio Abortion Foes Are Making the Fight About Gender Transition and Drag Queens

They claim that a state constitutional amendment enshrining abortion rights would allow minors to receive gender-affirming procedures without parental consent.

Tucker Carlson Hates Biden, Loves Antigay Dictators

Carlson went to Hungary this week to praise the despotic anti-LGBTQ+ regime, all in the name of protecting families.

Rachel Maddow’s ‘Prequel’ Tops New York Times Bestsellers List

Amid a nationwide tour, Maddow’s exploration of U.S. fascism clinched the top spot on the New York Times bestsellers list.

What Publix Should Have Said About Its Ties to a Capitol Riot Funder

An LGBTQ+ media entrepreneur gives Publix advice in denouncing heiress Julie Jenkins Fancelli's role in funding the January 6 insurrection.

How Sen. Chris Murphy is changing the Democratic Party and holding Republicans to account

In an interview with The Advocate, Murphy touches on corruption, LGBTQ+ rights, DEI, and why the stakes have never been higher.

Two New Memoirs Detail the Threats to American Democracy

(CNN) Gay former Republican Tim Miller and Pete Buttigieg's adviser Lis Smith write about the pols who've undermined -- and restored -- their faith.

Rachel Maddow on Modern-Day Extremism, American Democracy, and Her New Book, ‘Prequel’

The book explores the historical roots and modern implications of fascist movements in the U.S. through the MSNBC host’s storytelling perspective.

Lisa Rinna says same-sex marriage is under attack and Americans will 'lose democracy' if Trump wins

The actress and former RHOBH star is sharing her political concerns as a grand marshal for Miami Beach Pride.

Rachel Maddow on Speaker Mike Johnson, Donald Trump, and Democracy on ‘Colbert’

The celebrated MSNBC host discussed Trump’s “vermin” comment, American fascism, and Republicans’ inability to govern amid Speaker Mike Johnson’s new role.

Stop the antigay Iraqi killings now

LGBT Iraqis are being slaughtered with the blessing of Islamic religious leaders. How can you help? Start by speaking up--in particular, by demanding that U.S. politicians do their duty to protect the people of Iraq

Opinion: Donald Trump doesn’t deserve to be celebrated on Presidents’ Day

Today is a day of mourning for an America that turned away from its founding ideals and into the grip of authoritarianism, writes John Casey.

A January 6 House committee member on the threat of Trump's pardoning 1,500 insurrectionists (exclusive)

“We’re proud of the work we did on the committee. We’re not going to be intimidated by anybody. This fight is far from over," U.S. Rep. Zoe Lofgren tells The Advocate.

Will American democracy follow Joe Biden into the sunset in 2025?

I don’t think it was a coincidence that President Jimmy Carter passed away before the start of the New Year, writes John Casey.

Trump's Final Act: Tear Down American Democracy Itself

In order to save face -- and get his creditors off his back -- the grifter-in-chief will stop at nothing.

Was Bob Dole an LGBTQ+ Ally?

Probably not, but he should go down in history as one of American democracy's most notorious defenders.

Rachel Maddow's 'Ultra' Podcast Makes History by Winning Prestigious Journalism Prize

Ultra, which explores an effort to spread Nazi ideology and overthrow American democracy, is the first podcast to win the Hillman Prize.

Young Queer Influencers Talk Why Democracy Matters

Social media influencers such as Gabriel Zamora and Kenneth Senegal have joined the We the Purple campaign to underline the importance of democracy. 

The Damage to the U.S. Capitol Continues Two Years Later

Right-wing extremists are still holding democracy and the U.S. Capitol building hostage, but the structure and its dome, the beacon of freedom the world over, will outlast them all