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Equality PAC raises big bucks for 2024 House Democratic frontliners at debate day fundraiser

The money will go to reelecting members who are running in challenging congressional districts.

LGBTQ+ candidates in Texas, California, and more advance in Super Tuesday races

There were notable wins in both red and blue states, with Texas moving toward sending a lesbian to Congress and Burlington, Vt., electing a lesbian mayor.

Julie Johnson Running to Be Texas's First Out Member of Congress

Johnson, currently a Texas state legislator, is so far the front-runner in the 32nd Congressional District.

Lesbian Texas Lawmaker Kills 'License to Discriminate' Bill

State Rep. Julie Johnson and the legislature's LGBTQ Caucus managed to keep the bill from coming up before the deadline for action.

LGBTQ+ Cold Case Files: What Really Happened to Marsha P. Johnson?

More than three decades after her murder, Johnson’s case remains unsolved.

Texas Sees a Rainbow Wave in Democratic Primary

LGBTQ candidates have won primaries for a congressional seat and nine state House seats.

What Would Marsha P. Johnson Do Today?

The director of The Death and Life of Marsha P. Johnson, David France, and producer Sara Ramirez discuss why the story of an LGBT pioneer's loss matters in modern times.

Schumer Says Senate to Vote on Marriage Equality 'In the Coming Weeks'

(CNN) At least 10 Republicans would have to vote with all Democrats to overcome a filibuster and pass the legislation.

Texas May Finally Add Gender Identity to Hate-Crimes Law

Similar bills have been introduced several times, but sponsors think this one will pass.

Here are the LGBTQ+ candidates to watch on Super Tuesday

LGBTQ+ candidates are running to make history in California, Texas, North Carolina, and elsewhere.

Texas Lawmaker Argues Same-Sex Marriage Is Still Illegal in the State

Rep. James White wrote a letter to the state's attorney general asking for clarification, writing that the U.S. Supreme Court cannot overrule state laws. 

The Best LGBT Documentaries of 2017

Here are some of the year's best films about true LGBT stories.

Its About the Bottom Line

The top 10 pro-gay -- and financially stable -- companies in the country

Out Politicians to Hold a Virtual Town Hall on Pandemic's LGBTQ Impact

They will call for a national effort to document and address the crisis's impact on LGBTQ Americans. 

'Welcome to our annual convening of the gay Mafia': Equality PAC celebrates 10 years

The political fundraising organization promotes LGBTQ+ elected officials and held its annual gala last week. Here's what went down.

Good News From Texas: Historic Number of Out Candidates Win Primaries

Some other potentially history-making candidates advanced to runoff elections.

Texas Revives 'Save Chick-fil-A' Legislation

The Texas House had killed the bill, which would protect individuals and businesses that discriminate, but the Senate has brought it back to life.

Texas Governor Has Signed the 'Save Chick-fil-A Bill' Into Law

The legislation prevents state and local governments from "punishing" businesses because of their donations to faith-based groups, including anti-LGBTQ ones.