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Lia Thomas isn't allowed to compete in Olympic events or elite women's races 'for the time being'

Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas has lost her discrimination lawsuit against World Aquatics.

Trans Marathoner Places 6,159th in Women's Category, Right-Wing Media Throws a Fit

Glenique Frank is being blasted for her participation in the London Marathon, even though she didn't come close to winning.

Trans Triathelete Joins Team USA, Makes History

Chris Mosier's awe-inspiring time in the men's sprint duathlon has opened a new door for trans athletes nationwide.

Cruz on Trans People: It's Like Trump Dressing Up as Hillary

The Texas senator wants to know, "Have we gone stark raving nuts?"

Reading the Far Right: Defending the Indefensible Roy Moore

In far-right media, some are trafficking in conspiracy theories around Moore, blaming feminism for the accusations against him, or positing him as a Christlike martyr.

Reading the Far Right: Paris Accord and Drag Queens Bad, Putin Good

There's a wide range of information we picked up from reading extreme-right sites so you don't have to.

White Women, Black Gay Men: Different Victims, Different Response

Would America be up in arms if Harvey Weinstein abused black sex workers? The case of Gemmel Moore -- who died of an overdose at the home of a different Democratic donor -- suggests not.

Is the T Word the New N Word?

RuPaul's Drag Race alumnae and transgender women Carmen Carrera and Monica Beverly Hillz argue that the t word is always a slur that should be stricken from the LGBT vocabulary. 

Putin's Horror Moves West, Thanks to His Protege

If you want to see America's possible future, read up on modern Russian history.

Katie Hill's Sexual Freedom Was Too Much for Congress

The next generation will shrug at the bisexual politician's "scandal."

2019 GLAAD Noms Reflect Peak Queer TV, Film, and Video Games

From Pose toHannah Gadsby to Crazy Rich Asians, it was a breakthrough year for queer media, and the GLAAD nominations reflect that. 

How James Baldwin's Return to America Inspires Us

The writer left out of frustration with a racist country, but the reason he returned reveals the hope he still had as a black gay American. 

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It's Nice to Have President Obama as a Friend

In this second excerpt from Mark Segal's memoir, And Then I Danced: Traveling the Road to LGBT Equality, the activist discusses presidential encounters.

Natalie Wood: LGBTQ Icon and Ally, Feminist Fighter

A new documentary offers insights into some of the lesser-known aspects of the movie star's life and career.

The Advocate, Plus Among 2021 GLAAD Media Award Nominees

See the full list of films, TV shows, media outlets, and more recognized for advancing LGBTQ+ representation.

The Advocate Among 2021 GLAAD Media Award Winners

See the full list of honorees at the 32nd Annual GLAAD Media Awards.

13 Smart Must-Read Books on Race and Hate

These authors are making sure we never forget the ghosts of our past, so that we can build a more inclusive future. 

Gus Kenworthy Trains for His Last Olympics — and Hollywood

The out Olympian is turning in his skis for a key to Tinseltown.

VOTE: 55 Inspiring LGBT Athletes for Pride Month

From the world of sports, we can think of 55 reasons to be proud. Take a look at this list and then show your support by voting on the last page for your favorites.

The Big List of People Who Came Out in 2014

We've rounded up the year's comings out from our archive and found famous names like Ellen Page, brave moves by athletes such as Michael Sam, and inspiring moments in business and music.