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Gender studies pioneer Judith Butler: Trans women won't erase cis women

And by the way, Donald Trump is a misogynist, says the distinguished scholar.

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Cyndi Lauper tops our list of The Advocates 2024: 'Hon, I'm a family member'

The legendary icon continues to use her voice to create beautiful music and stand up for equality for all.

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Here's why Trump's win is turning some straight women to political lesbianism

After a tsunami of misogyny, transphobia, and orange hair, some straight women are considering a more sapphic political point of view.

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The Advocates 2024: Actress and ally Busy Philipps

The outspoken star has been supporting the LGBTQ+ communty years before her own child came out.

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Gender studies pioneer Judith Butler: Trans women won't erase cis women

And by the way, Donald Trump is a misogynist, says the distinguished scholar.

Cate Blanchett on man buns, giant female brains, & skewering powerful sexists in 'Rumours'

Rumours stars Cate Blanchett and Denis Ménochet chat with The Advocate about how the satirical film nails perceptions of women in power.

Roberta Kaplan, legendary LGBTQ+ rights lawyer, leaves her firm amid misconduct allegations

Kaplan, who brought down DOMA, denies the accusations and says she's leaving to start a smaller, more nimble firm.

Minnie Bruce Pratt, Lesbian Poet, Essayist, and Activist, Dead at 76

Pratt was a lesbian and feminist who fought oppression in all its forms and was the longtime partner of trans activist Leslie Feinberg.

Women's Rights Champion, Former Lawmaker Patricia Schroeder Dies at 82

The former U.S. Representative from Colorado and Presidential candidate was a champion of women’s rights and longtime LGBTQ+ ally.

Dua Lipa is Trevor Project's Mental Health Champion of 2024

"Dua Lipa's outspoken support for LGBTQ+ rights and her candor around her own mental health struggles make her the ideal recipient for this year's award," said Trevor Project CEO Jaymes Black.

Billie Jean King celebrates anniversary of women's voting rights, noting there's more to be done

She adds that many women of color had to wait for the right to vote.

Cyndi Lauper tops our list of The Advocates 2024: 'Hon, I'm a family member'

The legendary icon continues to use her voice to create beautiful music and stand up for equality for all.

Modern feminism is no longer about achieving 'equality'

In her new book, Marcie Bianco makes a compelling call for a collective feminist mindset that leaves behind the idea of equality as the end goal.

Here's why Trump's win is turning some straight women to political lesbianism

After a tsunami of misogyny, transphobia, and orange hair, some straight women are considering a more sapphic political point of view.

Thousands honor suffragist Susan B. Anthony for Election Day

There's a tradition of leaving "I Voted" stickers on her gravestone on Election Day.

The Advocates 2024: Actress and ally Busy Philipps

The outspoken star has been supporting the LGBTQ+ communty years before her own child came out.

Amber Rose, 'Slut Walk' organizer, turns away from feminism and endorses Donald Trump

Rose posted a photo of herself, Trump, and former First Lady Melania Trump at a fundraising event with the caption "Trump 2024."

Jodie Foster has some praise for Gen Z while applauding Bella Ramsey's 'authenticity'

Jodie Foster may have some problems with Gen Z, but the "authenticity" brought by young stars like Bella Ramsey is something she greatly admires.

Don't Use 'TERF,' AP Stylebook Advises

"Trans-exclusionary radical feminist" and "TERF" are "vague and politicized," says the widely used style guide.

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And by the way, Donald Trump is a misogynist, says the distinguished scholar.

Rumours stars Cate Blanchett and Denis Ménochet chat with The Advocate about how the satirical film nails perceptions of women in power.

Kaplan, who brought down DOMA, denies the accusations and says she's leaving to start a smaller, more nimble firm.

Pratt was a lesbian and feminist who fought oppression in all its forms and was the longtime partner of trans activist Leslie Feinberg.

The former U.S. Representative from Colorado and Presidential candidate was a champion of women’s rights and longtime LGBTQ+ ally.

"Dua Lipa's outspoken support for LGBTQ+ rights and her candor around her own mental health struggles make her the ideal recipient for this year's award," said Trevor Project CEO Jaymes Black.

She adds that many women of color had to wait for the right to vote.

The legendary icon continues to use her voice to create beautiful music and stand up for equality for all.

In her new book, Marcie Bianco makes a compelling call for a collective feminist mindset that leaves behind the idea of equality as the end goal.

After a tsunami of misogyny, transphobia, and orange hair, some straight women are considering a more sapphic political point of view.

There's a tradition of leaving "I Voted" stickers on her gravestone on Election Day.

The outspoken star has been supporting the LGBTQ+ communty years before her own child came out.

Rose posted a photo of herself, Trump, and former First Lady Melania Trump at a fundraising event with the caption "Trump 2024."

Jodie Foster may have some problems with Gen Z, but the "authenticity" brought by young stars like Bella Ramsey is something she greatly admires.

"Trans-exclusionary radical feminist" and "TERF" are "vague and politicized," says the widely used style guide.