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Pete Buttigieg confronts Elon Musk’s falsehoods about government’s Hurricane Helene relief: ‘Give me a call’

The tech billionaire acknowledged speaking with the transportation secretary.

Climate change has a bigger impact on LGBTQ+ couples than straight couples. Here's how

Climate change "exacerbates existing disparities among individuals and communities," according to a new study.

Death and rebirth

North Carolina Lawmakers Override Governor's Veto of 3 Anti-LGBTQ+ Bills

The bills, restricting trans health care, trans sports participation, and LGBTQ+ content in schools, now become law immediately.

Landlords of the Oval Office

We, the People, own the symbols of our national government; the party in power does not. It's possible to have enormous pride in our country and history and still be ashamed of some of the current tenants in our landmark buildings.

Pete Buttigieg commits federal resources to Baltimore bridge collapse recovery

From the scene of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, the transportation secretary promised that the Biden-Harris administration would be there to help the area recover.

How to help women, children, and LGBTQ+ people impacted by Hurricane Helene

LGBTQ+ people and women face unique needs after climate disasters that are often ignored by federal disaster response. Here's how you can help.

Puerto Rican Students Plead for Extended Stay at NYU

The Hurricane Maria Assistance Program gave Puerto Rican students the opportunity to study in New York, but now they may have to return to the ravaged island.

Joe Biden and Pete Buttigieg tour Baltimore bridge collapse site, outline federal support for Maryland

The president was joined by the secretary of transportation at the Francis Scott Key Bridge crash site to commit more federal resources toward recovery efforts.

Lopez, Estefan, Moreno Join Lin-Manuel Miranda in Song for Puerto Rico

Dozens of artists join in on Miranda's song to help raise money for hurricane relief in Puerto Rico.

10 Things to Help You Deal With Vicarious Trauma

We can all use some help in dealing with the emotions aroused by Club Q tragedy and other attacks on the LGBTQ+ community.

Sorry, Charlotte: New Orleans Snags 2017 All-Star Game

North Carolina's anti-LGBT law known as House Bill 2 made the state an unfriendly place to hold the annual NBA All-Star Game, the league said previously. 

JD Vance supported trans friend and said Donald Trump is a 'bad man,' leaked messages show

There was once a time in which Vance supported his trans friend and voiced disdain for the candidate he's now running alongside.

Macy's Won't Host Salvation Army This Holiday Season

The department store company says it's reevaluated its charitable work but didn't say explicitly if the move was related to the Salvation Army's LGBTQ+ stances.

James Franco Sexual Misconduct Allegations Could Tank His Oscar Chances

It's no longer 2017, when accused predator Casey Affleck won the Oscar. Allegations against Franco could make way for another actor like Timothee Chalamet to win. 

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Kamala Harris gives AKA convention speech days after sorors got hundreds of gays evicted from Dallas hotel

She gave a powerful speech to her sisters and celebrated equality and warned of ‘dictator on day one’ Donald Trump.

After 9/11, I Witnessed Firsthand America’s Greatest Attribute

What it felt like to get as close as possible to unspeakable tragedy.