U.K. Prime Minister Apologizes for Ban on LGBTQ+ Service Members
Rishi Sunak's apology came after the release of a report on how armed forces members were harmed by the policy.
July 25, 2023
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Op-ed: Our Veterans Are Still Waiting for Their Rights
Even with the a key part of the Defense of Marriage Act deemed unconstitutional, our nation's bravest citizens still wait for equality.
July 3, 2013
SLDN and OutServe to Merge
Servicemembers Legal Defense Network and OutServe, two of the most prominent groups working to assist LGBT military members, announced that they intend to combine forces.
July 2, 2012
Boston St. Patrick's Day Parade Allows Gay Vets to March
In an emergency meeting, organizers decided to reverse a decision regarding the participation of OutVets -- though the group has yet to accept.
March 10, 2017
Trans Vets Win Important Fight to Change Names on Military Records
In a potentially game-changing move, the U.S. Army has allowed two transgender veterans to update their names on their discharge papers.
December 3, 2014
VA Proposes Lifting Ban on Gender-Confirmation Surgery
Activists have long lobbied for such surgery to be included in the health care provided by the Veterans Administration.
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June 2, 2016
Hagel's Exit Leaves Unfinished Business For LGBT Military
Chuck Hagel spent two years as Defense secretary, but plenty is still left to be done to bring full LGBT equality to the military.
November 25, 2014
In 'Take My Wife,' Lesbian Comics Show Marriage Can Be Funny
Every marriage should have as many laugh lines as the one between Cameron Esposito and Rhea Butcher.
August 11, 2016
Joe Biden pardons all veterans convicted and discharged over their sexuality or gender identity
“Today, I am righting a historic wrong by using my clemency authority to pardon many former service members who were convicted simply for being themselves,” Biden said.
June 26, 2024
Senate seeks formal apology for decades of LGBTQ+ discrimination in the federal government
For many years, members of the LGBTQ+ community who worked for the federal government faced persecution for their sexual orientation.
June 20, 2024
Could a New Defense Dept. Policy Allow for Open Trans Service?
New policy changes to military regulations within the Department of Defense could allow transgender members to serve in the military, contends a new report from the Palm Center.
November 28, 2014
Will Hagel Open Door for Trans Troops on His Way Out?
There's still time for President Obama to shake the hand of the first openly transgender U.S. service member. Here's how the outgoing Secretary of Defense can make that a reality.
December 16, 2014
Ending the Trans Military Ban: 'Let's Just Get This Done'
The former Army captain and West Point graduate has a message for outgoing Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel: End the military's ban on open service by transgender Americans.
January 23, 2015
The Reviews Are In: Will & Grace Is Fresher Than Ever, Honey!
Critics gave love to the revived NBC comedy.
September 28, 2017
The Daily Show Spends Entire Episode Debunking Trans Panic
The Comedy Central show aired interviews with several transgender activists, and skewered anti-LGBT Colorado politician, Rep. Gordon Klingenschmitt.
April 7, 2016
Is the Vatican Softening Its Stance on Gay People?
The church should recognize positive aspects of same-sex relationships, the document says.
October 13, 2014
Trans veterans were promised access to gender-affirming surgeries — but it never happened
The Transgender American Veterans Association filed a lawsuit on Thursday over the Department of Veterans Affairs’ failure to act after years of inaction.
January 25, 2024
House of Cards Shutters Production After Kevin Spacey Assault Allegations
Netflix has halted production indefinitely in light of allegations that its star made overtures to a minor years ago.
October 31, 2017