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Black LGBTQ+ candidates still face bigotry  — here's how they're fighting it

A new Victory Institute report details the racism, homophobia, transphobia, and other obstacles Black LGBTQ+ people encounter in politics.

Congress Honors Trans Politician Andrea Jenkins, Other Black Leaders

The House resolution seeks to recognize the contributions of Black LGBTQ+ people to American history.

George Santos Audaciously Likens Himself to Black Civil Rights Icon Rosa Parks

The disgraced congressman and serial liar has made one of his most outrageous remarks yet.

Blackout on Proposition 8

Although most of California's black politicians opposed Proposition 8, many African-American pastors vociferously supported it. Why does black culture draw different lines on gay rights?

America's first Black gay statewide elected official on being authentic and confident

Don't make yourself small, says Connecticut Treasurer Erick Russell.

Kamala Harris denounces 'don't say gay' laws, says LGBTQ+ people don't feel safe

Harris expressed concern for the safety of LGBTQ+ Americans, immigrants, and others at a meeting of Black journalists.

Melissa DuBose, a Black lesbian judge, makes Rhode Island history

She will be the first woman of color and first out LGBTQ+ person on the U.S. District Court in Rhode Island, but she had to endure some Republican grilling to get there.

Louisiana is the only state that's never had an out LGBTQ+ state legislator. Here's why

Queer statehouse candidates in Louisiana say running for office was 'traumatic.'

A Young Man's Death, a Wealthy Donor, and the Cost of Silence

A 26-year-old black man died of an overdose at Democratic donor Ed Buck's West Hollywood home -- and the story just gets more troubling from there. Why are the recipients of Buck's funds not returning the money?

Gay Black Trump Fan Some Claim Is Patti LaBelle's Son Ignites Frenzy

A forgettable tweet is followed by accusations of racism and sock puppetry.

Was Attack on Oklahoma Politician a Hate Crime?

Police say Jim Roth was assaulted outside an area bar but they aren't sure whether it's a hate crime yet.

Andrew Gillum Concedes Florida's Governor Race

Ron DeSantis, a Trump acolyte who waged a race-baiting campaign, will be the Sunshine State's next governor.

Herschel Walker Is Happy to Use Anti-Trans Hate to Get Elected

The Senate candidate -- like many Republicans-- believes transphobia is the quickest way to victory.

President Obama and First Lady Used in Marriage Equality Radio Ad

Illinois Unites for Marriage Equality is running an ad on black radio stations featuring pro-gay marriage sound bites from both the president and First Lady Michelle Obama.

Point Scholar Julian Breece Teams With Lee Daniels for Fox Drama

Breece and the Empire cocreator -- both out black men -- will be developing Mason Dixon, a show about race and class in America.

Taking back the black gay movement

Why is it all the white-led LGBT groups think they know how to reach out to African-Americans about gay rights? And do they willingly push black queer groups out of the way in the process?

A Reflection on Transgender Day of Remembrance: We Deserve More

How can we create a world where Black trans women like me not only survive but thrive?

Malcolm Kenyatta on breaking barriers and making Pennsylvania Black queer history

The state lawmaker discussed his vision for the auditor general position in the state, advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights, and the impact of diverse representation in politics.

Black, LGBT, American: Don Lemon

A sense of otherness that binds us.

What Gave Birth to Trump

This trans woman in a red state understands the anger of Trump supporters and says it's anything but black and white.