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are you afraid of the dark
A tale of persecution in Iran
Maryam knew she was a lesbian from an early age, but in Iran, being gay is punishable by death. Facing far more than parental disapproval, she was kicked out of school, fired from a job, imprisoned, and tortured, all in an unsuccessful effort to change her sexual orientation. Finally, she escaped to France, where her asylum request was still pending at press time.
September 13, 2006
How Ursula K. Le Guin Aided This Trans Woman's Rebirth
Jessie Earl shares how author Ursula K. Le Guin helped shape and inform her womanhood and transgender identity.
January 25, 2018
Editor's Letter: On Remembering What's Important
As Larry Kramer and Andrew Holleran discuss why they write, I'm prompted to think about why I do — and why I have to get the idea down as soon as I'm able.
March 9, 2015
Ariana DeBose on Broadway hazing: lessons learned
The Oscar-winning actress also discusses identity, joy, Broadway hazing, and the healing power of food in her latest role as a chef in House of Spoils.
October 9, 2024
Op-ed: Dating With a Disability
What it's like to straddles two identities: being a lesbian, and having a disability.
August 6, 2013
Dating While HIV-Positive: Knowing What You're Worth
It doesn't matter what your status is. Confidence is sexy on anyone.
December 31, 2014
From Stonewall to now: LGBTQ+ elders on navigating fear in dark times
LGBTQ+ elders share what survival looks like under a hostile political regime and their advice to young people right now.
March 18, 2025
Even in Liberal Bubbles, Gays Grew Accustomed to Fear
Seamus Kirst built an "LGBT-friendly" life in New York, but as a gay man, he's still frightened.
June 20, 2016
Op-ed: Hold Your Head Up, Young One
To the young LGBT kid stuck in a small town and feeling alone.
October 24, 2013
Yet Another Fashion Icon Refuses to Dress Melania Trump
Vogue's Andre Leon Talley, a friend of the future first lady, told The New York Times he can't support Donald Trump's administration.
December 22, 2016
The Holidays and the Epidemic of Loneliness
I will not be alone this Christmas; however, it wasn’t always that way, writes John Casey.
December 25, 2023
Oscar Isaac Says Disney’s ‘Don't Say Gay’ Response Is ‘Ridiculous’
The Moon Knight star is the latest A-lister to speak out against Disney's poor response to the homophobic "don't say gay" bill.
March 23, 2022
Aaron Eckhart
The No Reservations star has no reservations about discussing his undeniable "bad guy" appeal and Mormon upbringing -- just don't ask him to dish on Lindsay.
July 13, 2007
Florida Republican Calls Trans People 'Demons' and 'Mutants,' Then Apologizes
The Republican state representative made the comments during debate over a bill that would restrict access to bathrooms, changing facilities, and more.
April 11, 2023
Don't You Dare Lionize Mike Pence
The vice president is no savior. He's a homophobe, an enabler, and a coward.
January 14, 2021
Tyler Glenn Bares His Mormon Soul in 'Excommunication'
The Neon Trees front man spoke with The Advocate about his new album, which tackles his experience of leaving the Mormon Church as a gay man.
October 21, 2016
Kathy Najimy Finally Gets Her Due
After doing the right thing for over 30 years, the activist and actress is honored by the Gay Men's Health Crisis.
September 16, 2017
BenDeLaCreme, Alaska, and Peppermint want you to drag your ass to the polls (exclusive)
BenDeLaCreme, Alaska, and Peppermint tell The Advocate about getting Gen Z to vote – even if it's not for president – through their historic political action committee.
August 2, 2024