What, to the Black trans woman, is the Fourth of July
The Fourth of July is a day of national independence. But for Black trans individuals, it's a stark reminder of the contradictions between America's ideals and harsh realities.
July 4, 2024
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WATCH: Cabbie Kicks Out Gay Iraq Vet for Kissing
An incident on Independence Day in Tacoma, Wash., has a gay veteran of the Iraq war seeing red.
July 9, 2014
Former Republican N.C. Senator Jesse Helms Dead at 86
Former senator Jesse Helms, an unyielding champion of the conservative movement who spent three combative and sometimes caustic decades in Congress, where he relished his battles against liberals, Communists, and occasionally a fellow Republican, died on the Fourth of July. He was 86. ''It's just incredible that he would die on July 4, the same day of the Declaration of Independence and the same day that Thomas Jefferson and John Adams died, and he certainly is a patriot in the mold of those great men,'' said former North Carolina GOP representative Bill Cobey.
July 5, 2008
UCC approves gay marriage
The UCC leader says his denomination "acted courageously" when it passed a resolution endorsing same-sex marriage
July 6, 2005
Chaz Bono Lands Dream Role in Musical
"It is never too late to do what you want to do," says the iconic trans actor.
July 7, 2013
Disney+ Unveils 'Hamilton' Trailer and Release Date
Lin-Manuel Miranda discussed the release of the hotly anticipated live-capture production.
June 22, 2020
Football Player Comes Out to Celebrate Independence Day
After finding a support system with new rugby teammates, a former college player who came close to playing in the pros comes out.
July 9, 2014
Neil Giuliano Says We Should Celebrate Our Independence with Pride
On reflection, former Tempe, Arizona mayor Neil Giuliano realizes that Pride season and Independence Day have something in common.
July 11, 2012
WATCH: Straight Russians Called on to Reproduce
Russia encourages straight couples to go forth and multiply, even offering prizes for procreation.
September 13, 2013
We too are patriots
As we celebrate our nation, we must not allow its core principles--independence, freedom, and justice--to become desecrated by bigotry and hatred. True patriots from Patrick Henry to Martin Luther King Jr. have always embraced difference and dissent.
July 3, 2006
Extending a Lifeline to Homeless LGBT Young Adults
Cutting off services for people once they turn 18 or 21 is just reinforcing a cycle of misery. A new bill in New York could change that.
March 12, 2018
Gun Violence Generates Panic Across America on Independence Day
There were more than a dozen mass shootings across the United States over the July 4 holiday weekend.
July 5, 2022
LGBT Youth Center Booted From Provo, Utah, Independence Day Parade
The permit for Encircle: LGBT+ Family and Youth Resource Center was revoked the day before the parade.
July 4, 2017
Roland Emmerich: 'Stonewall Was a White Event'
The Stonewall director addressed criticisms of historical whitewashing in promotion of his new film Independence Day: Resurgence.
June 22, 2016
Los Angeles Film Festival Director Resigns Over Prop. 8
Film Independent announced Tuesday that it had accepted Richard Raddon's resignation as director of the Los Angeles Film Festival, a title he has held since 2000. On November 14, blogger David Poland reported on his Hot Blog, hosted by Movie City News, that Raddon had personally donated $1,500 to the Yes on 8 campaign, which sparked some controversy.
November 26, 2008
Out Filmmaker Roland Emmerich to Direct 'Stonewall'
A drama based on one of the most pivotal moments in the history of the LGBT civil rights movement is headed for the big screen.
April 3, 2014
The Biggest Box-Office Actress Right Now Is a Lesbian
Ellen DeGeneres is Hollywood's new big kahuna for her starring role in Disney/Pixar's Finding Dory.
June 27, 2016