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​Montana House Speaker Silences Transgender Lawmaker Before Passing Anti-Trans Bill

Zooey Zephyr was also misgendered by some of her GOP colleagues after comments she made against a bill restricting gender-affirming care.

Flanked by Boy Scouts, Huckabee Announces 2016 Bid

The former Arkansas governor and founder of 'Chick Fil-A Appreciation Day' enters the already-crowded GOP field for 2016 presidential candidates.

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Donald Trump Wants to Test Muslim Immigrants on Gay Equality

His new "extreme vetting" would add an ideological test to his already proposed religious test.

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Illinois GOP Tosses Antigay Committee Members

Six of seven state Republican committee members who blasted the former GOP chairman for endorsing marriage equality are handed pink slips.

GOP Goof: Gay Journalist's Pic in Snapchat Promo

Louis Virtel is not pleased that his image turned up on a website promoting Republicans' Snapchat coverage of the State of the Union. 

Republicans call for Colorado GOP chair to resign after abhorrent Pride Month email

"The time has come for us to say we have had enough," the Jefferson County GOP said in a statement.

Florida Republican Lawmaker Admits GOP’s Hatred of LGBTQ+ People

Republican Rep. Jeff Holcomb spoke in Florida’s House, and his remarks drew gasps and disturbed looks.

On the Right, Some Excuses for Roy Moore, Some Realism as Well

Some are yelling fraud and conspiracy, but others realistically concede he was a terrible candidate.

Editor’s Letter: Turn Off Trump TV

Fox News and Breitbart peddled animus, and now they've given us Donald Trump.

Texas Gay Dems: #WeDontNeedFixin

The state Democratic platform responds strongly to Texas Republicans' endorsement of 'ex-gay' therapy.

Kevin McCarthy, Former Speaker of the House, Says He's Quitting Congress

McCarthy’s departure marks the end of a turbulent congressional career and the beginning of a new chapter in GOP politics.

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Jon Stewart Compares Antigay Republicans to Voldemort

Not only are a majority of Republicans against marriage equality, as Jon Stewart points out, many think it's the worst thing ever.

Sen. McMorrow Wants Suburban Moms to Get Ticked Off and Fight Back

After going viral, the Michigan State Senator hopes to inspire other moms to get in the fray, pushing back on anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and rhetoric.

Southern Poverty Law Center adds Libs of TikTok creator to extremist hate watchlist

Chaya Raichik’s inclusion on hate watchlist comes after her posts have been linked to bomb threats and other threats of violence.

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This Gay Republican keeps making excuses for the Colorado GOP’s homophobia

The head of Colorado's Log Cabin Republicans, Valdamar Archuleta, is defending the GOP chair who sent a campaign email calling LGBTQ+ people "godless groomers."

Republicans Again Try to Use Gov't Funding Bills to Target LGBTQ+ People

Late-night amendment to halt anti-discrimination orders follows a disturbing pattern of defunding LGBTQ+ projects.

Gay Rep. Mark Pocan on Anti-LGBTQ+ House Speaker Mike Johnson and Republican Leadership

Rep. Mark Pocan compares the GOP leadership transition to musical chairs, while questioning Speaker Mike Johnson's dedication to serving everyone.

A Long, Lackluster Election Day for Republicans

Despite the early encouraging mood of the Log Cabin Republicans, John McCain's all-out final push and rousing call to action seems to have come too late. McCain's voice, however hoarse it may have been after a long and arduous day of campaigning, did not suggest defeat.