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Toni Atkins on running to become California's first lesbian governor (exclusive)

Atkins, an experienced California lawmaker, has just received the LGBTQ+ Victory Fund's endorsement.

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis backtracks apparent support for RFK Jr. leading HHS (exclusive)

A spokesperson for Polis told The Advocate that “Governor Polis has not changed his view as a whole on RFK Jr. or on the Governor’s previously stated concerns regarding some of RFK Jr’s positions."

Colorado officials apologize after Gays Against Groomers falsely claims Gov. Jared Polis supports extremists

The executive director of the Department of Personnel and Administration apologized for not properly vetting the hate group’s request for a commemorative flag.

How LGBTQ+ and Democratic leaders are reacting to Biden dropping out, endorsing Harris

Advocacy groups and political leaders rushed to respond to Sunday's news, offering sympathy and support.

Colorado Republicans tell parents to take kids out of school over fears they ‘turn more kids trans’

The state GOP sent out a bigoted email filled with misinformation.

Jared Polis on being a dad, husband — and America's first out gay governor

The Colorado leader opens up about maintaining an idyllic home life in increasingly uncertain times.

Lesbian Toni Atkins announces run for California governor in 2026

Atkins enters a crowded field seeking to succeed Gavin Newsom, who is term-limited.

Colorado Catholic preschools say they have a right to discriminate against LGBTQ+ people

A trial is now underway as two Denver-area Catholic parishes sue over a conflict between religious beliefs and the program’s requirement not to discriminate against LGBTQ+ people.

Could Toni Atkins Be California's First Lesbian Governor?

Atkins, who has broken ground as a leader of both legislative chambers, is seriously considering a run.

How 3 Openly Queer Governors Are Fighting For Progressive Causes

Amidst a tense national political landscape, Govs. Polis, Healey, and Kotek champion LGBTQ+ rights, exemplifying state-led progressiveness.

Denver Archdiocese Sues to Deny LGBTQ+ Families Access to Preschool

While it certainly appears to be discriminatory, the group’s attorney says it’s not actually discrimination.

Colorado Children’s Hospital Stops Gender-Affirming Procedures for Adult Patients

The spokesperson said that patients seeking surgical care are being referred to other facilities that still offer such procedures.

Colorado's Gay Governor Writes Taylor Swift an Epic Open Letter

Jared Polis is flaunting his Swiftie card ahead of Taylor Swift's Denver show.

Number of LGBTQ+ Elected Officials at Record High — But Many More Needed

LGBTQ+ Americans are still far from equitable representation in public office, says a new report from the Victory Institute.

Colorado’s Gay Governor Signs Gun Control Bills Into Law in Wake of Club Q Shooting

The state has a history of mass shootings going back to the shooting at Columbine High School in 1999.

​Minnesota Governor to Sign Bills Safeguarding Gender-Affirming Care, Abortion

Minnesota Democratic Gov. Tim Walz is also expected to sign a bill banning conversion therapy.

Colorado Governor Signs Bills to Protect Abortion and Gender-Affirming Care Rights

Out Gov. Jared Polis signed the bills as 15 states block gender-affirming care for transgender people.