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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.

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.

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.

Don't You Dare Lionize Mike Pence

The vice president is no savior. He's a homophobe, an enabler, and a coward.

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.

Op-ed: Hold Your Head Up, Young One

To the young LGBT kid stuck in a small town and feeling alone.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Holidays and the Epidemic of Loneliness

I will not be alone this Christmas; however, it wasn’t always that way, writes John Casey.

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.

Op-ed: Dating With a Disability

What it's like to straddles two identities: being a lesbian, and having a disability.

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.

Dating While HIV-Positive: Knowing What You're Worth

It doesn't matter what your status is. Confidence is sexy on anyone.

Op-ed: Navigating the Gay PDA

Sometimes when one faces bigotry head-on, the best thing to do is hold hands and keep on sparkling.

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.