Joe Biden at Stonewall's 55th anniversary: The LGBTQ+ community ‘set an example for the world’
The president and first lady spoke at the birthplace of the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement a day after the first presidential debate.
JUNE 28, 2024
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Meet the Man New York Democrats Want to Replace George Santos
Democrats are hoping to put a former congressman in the seat left vacant following George Santos's expulsion.
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Human Rights Campaign and Alphonso David Reach Lawsuit Settlement
David, HRC's former president, had sued the organization after his firing, claiming racial discrimination.
MARCH 15, 2023
HRC Head Says 'No Wrongdoing' in Cuomo Matter; Board Chairs Dispute
HRC President Alphonso David says he's been asked to resign over his work for former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo but will not.
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SEPTEMBER 5, 2021
How New York Gov. Kathy Hochul Makes a Change From Cuomo
LGBTQ+ activists expect the Empire State's new governor to be a strong advocate in Albany.
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021
Almost 5,000 New Yorkers have 'X' gender markers on their IDs
The Gender Recognition Act of 2022 made a third gender option available on state-issued identification in New York.
MAY 17, 2024
The Teaser of Ziwe’s Interview With George Santos Is Here
"What could we do to get you to go away?" Ziwe asks the disgraced gay Republican in the clip, which reveals when the interview airs.
DECEMBER 17, 2023
Harnessing Our LGBTQ+ Cultural Vibrancy Will Help NYC Survive and Thrive
New York City's revival plans should include LGBTQ+ community, says Josh Wood.
JANUARY 26, 2023
Cuomo Resigns Following Harassment Report That Ensnared LGBTQ Notables
Cuomo has been known as an LGBTQ+ ally, but his response to the sexual harassment report has tarnished two LGBTQ+ leaders.
AUGUST 10, 2021
Vigils honor life of Sam Nordquist, trans man tortured and killed in upstate New York
Two vigils are being held tonight, and another one went on Monday night as the investigation into Nordquist's death continues.
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Dem Campaigns Chair Sean Patrick Maloney Loses House Seat: 'Blame Me'
The gay U.S. representative remains a central figure in the battle for congress.
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
Kathy Hochul vetos financial protection bill introduced after murders of gay men
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has vetoed a bill designed to protect users of money-sharing apps even after several high-profile cases of murder and robbery against several people, including at least two gay men.
DECEMBER 21, 2024
LGBTQ+ Seniors to Have Access to Expanded Services in N.Y.
A new law will help thousands of older LGBTQ+ New Yorkers and those living with HIV.
OCTOBER 20, 2022
New York I.D. Cards Will Soon Feature X Gender Marker Option
Changing names, sex designation, and birth certificates will also be easier due to the state's Gender Recognition Act.
MAY 30, 2022
Trans Judge Appointed in New York, Makes History
While transgender women have been seated as judges in the United States, the appointment is the first for a trans man.
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JUNE 8, 2023
Meet Jeff Lewis, the Gay Man Who Is N.Y. Gov. Hochul's Chief of Staff
He found the path to his dream job after meeting Hochul in a blizzard.
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
Anderson Cooper Show Expanded, Doubled as Chris Cuomo Suspended by CNN
Cuomo was suspended indefinitely because of help he gave to New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, his brother, as the latter responded to sexual harassment accusations.
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
Alphonso David Says HRC Treated Him Differently Because of Race
David, fired by the Human Rights Campaign last week, made a charge of racism in the first interview he's given since his ouster.
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
Alphonso David Fired by Human Rights Campaign After Cuomo Firestorm
The organization's boards fired him "for cause" after a flurry of statements were released over the weekend.
SEPTEMBER 6, 2021
LIVE: 2024 presidential election
Keep it here for updates from The Advocate as our senior national reporter, Christopher Wiggins, covers the DNC from the event.
AUGUST 19, 2024
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul Sets Date for Special Election to Replace George Santos
Here's when the election is being held.
DECEMBER 6, 2023