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Gay New Jersey GOP senate candidate supports anti-LGBTQ+ extremist group Moms for Liberty

As voters in New Jersey go to the polls, they may wonder why Curtis Bashaw, a gay man, supports an antigay group.

Shocker! Gay Republican doesn't get LGBTQ+ group's endorsement after anti-trans comments

Curtis Bashaw’s campaign didn't react positively when Garden State Equality endorsed his Democratic opposition in the race for one of New Jersey's federal Senate seats, Rep. Andrew Kim.

Trans Woman Shai Vanderpump, New Jersey Activist, Shot to Death

Vanderpump was known "as a fierce LGBTQ advocate," according to Garden State Equality.

Why Our Gay Interracial Military Wedding Is the New Normal

Christian Fuscarino, the head of Garden State Equality, feels optimistic for the first time in a long time.

Poll: N.J. voters fine with same-sex marriage

New Jersey voters wouldn't object if the state legislature upgraded its six-month-old civil union law to full marriage equality, according to a Zogby poll released Wednesday by Garden State Equality.

New Jersey Schools Begin LGBTQ-Inclusive Curriculum

Twelve schools have kicked off the pilot program, which will go into effect statewide this fall.

Group Holds Launch Rally For NJ Marriage Equality

New Jersey United for Marriage held its launch rally this week in Asbury Park, attracting around 200 demonstrators in support of marriage equality.

N.J. Supreme Court to Hear Marriage Equality Case

The state Supreme Court will hear Gov. Chris Christie's 'emergency appeal' of a ruling that same-sex marriages should begin October 21.

First Trans Member of DNC Barbra 'Babs' Siperstein Dies at 76

Just two days before her passing, the Babs Siperstein Law, allowing trans people to change gender identity without proof of surgery, went into effect in New Jersey.

Meet New Jersey's Trailblazing 28-Year-Old Organizer

Since he was a teenager, Christian Fuscarino has used his voice to advocate for LGBTQ people in the Garden State and beyond. 

N.J. School Decides to Let Trans Girl Attend As Herself

After school officials reportedly told a 13-year-old trans girl that she could only attend school if she dressed and acted like a boy, several LGBT groups stepped in on her behalf.

Chris Christie: Only GOP Hopeful to Veto Marriage Equality

The newest Republican presidential aspirant holds the distinction of being the only candidate to veto marriage equality.