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Congressional GOP begins assault on trans people and Rep. Sarah McBride as Democrats dither

While Democrats stumble defending the trans community, Republicans will be opportunistic in escalating their attacks, writes John Casey.


Op-ed: Who Will Be the Gay Jackie Robinson?

As baseball's opening day approaches, Bruce Silverman wonders when a gay player in any league will feel encouraged enough to step up to the plate and come out.

'Black Panther' Star Chadwick Boseman Dead at 43

The actor's legacy will forever be cemented in Black Hollywood history. 

Dodgers Tell Teens It Gets Better

The video features manager Don Mattingly and players James Loney, Matt Guerrier, Jamey Carroll, A.J. Ellis, Rod Barajas, and Hiroki Kuroda.

Guilty Verdict in Murder of Trans Woman Ahsid Hemingway-Powell

A jury in Albany, N.Y., convicted Iaeir Robinson of second-degree murder in the death of Hemingway-Powell, a recent college graduate who planned to become a physician assistant.

GMA Anchor Wondered 'Maybe I'm Gay' Like Dad

Elliott discussed his father's coming-out with the hosts of The View, and he also expressed support for newly out football player Michael Sam.

Harrison Ford Disagrees With Ender's Game Author's Antigay Views

The actor stars in a movie later this year from the very antigay author of Ender's Game.

Report: Jason Collins to Sign With Nets

Collins, who came out in April, reportedly signed a contract with the Brooklyn team today, making him available to play against the Los Angeles Lakers tonight.

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Bigot Rush Limbaugh Is an Insult to the Presidential Medal of Freedom

The newest recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom has a long history of spewing racism, homophobia, and misogyny -- just like the president who bestowed it.

Bill Clinton, Kobe Bryant, Others Praise Jason Collins

Celebrities and activists are commenting on the NBA player's coming-out.

Nike Wants to Sponsor First Major Out Pro Gay Athlete

Who is going to lead the way?

WATCH: Michael Sam Meets Press, Exudes Poise

Several sports commentators are offering kudos to Sam for the grace with which he responded to questions about the implications of being openly gay in pro football.

NFL to Investigate Whether Recruiters Ask If Players Are Gay

The league will discipline teams for asking potential draft choices if they're gay, as allegedly happened recently. Meanwhile, two prominent allies speak out on the matter.

Yogi Berra, Baseball Legend and LGBT Ally, Dead at 90

Berra partnered with Athlete Ally, a group working for LGBT equality, and was a consistent champion of the underdog.

Professional Sports: The Final Frontier

Will Jason Collins's coming-out pave the way for gay student and professional athletes to follow?

Southern Baptist Conference Wrap-Up: Shifting Rhetoric, Maintaining Anti-LGBT Beliefs

While some LGBT and allied voices advocated for change, the Southern Baptist Convention event in Nashville largely reflected the leadership's continued opposition to LGBT equality and acceptance.

How Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter advances equality

The hit album is much more than simply a genre detour for the superstar.

6 Times Michael Sam Proved His Courage

Michael Sam accepted an award in an emotional moment at the ESPYs Wednesday night. Here's six moments it was clear he was the right guy for the award.

Paper Trail: How to Come Out

Celebrity publicist Howard Bragman has helped actors like Dick Sargent and athletes like Esera Tuaolo and John Amaechi come out of the closet. In an exclusive excerpt from his new book Where's My Fifteen Minutes (available this month from Penguin Press), he talks about how the process has changed over the years.