Scroll To Top

lgbtq allies

Ron DeSantis stopped Pride lighting of bridges, so a Jacksonville man did it himself. Here's how you can too

Matt McAllister spoke to The Advocate about how he rapidly organized 70 people to light up the Main Street Bridge over the St. Johns River as gay as possible for Pride Month.

Nancy Pelosi's Record as a Passionate LGBTQ+ Ally

Pelosi, who won't seek a leadership position in the next Congress, has long been ahead of the curve on LGBTQ+ rights.

Making a Case for Allies Among the LGBTQ Spectrum

Embracing a common term that resonates and does not threaten should be a priority, say Andy Cramer and Al Farmer.
 

LGBTQ+ Georgia Voters, Allies Can Flip the Senate

A campaign targeting LGBTQ-supportive Georgians hopes to strip Mitch McConnell of his power.

Kamala Harris, LGBTQ Ally, Exits Presidential Race

But she promised to go on fighting for social justice and to defeat Donald Trump.

Clear Choices: Five Crucial Races With LGBTQ Allies

Dana Goldberg spotlights five key races where allies are running against homophobes in next week's election. 

Newsom-DeSantis Debate Leaves No Doubt as to Who's an LGBTQ+ Ally

The differences between the governor of California and the governor of Florida were stark.

Was Bob Dole an LGBTQ+ Ally?

Probably not, but he should go down in history as one of American democracy's most notorious defenders.

Remembering Cloris Leachman, LGBTQ+ Icon and Ally

The acclaimed actress and LGBTQ+ rights supporter died Wednesday at age 94. 

The role we have in raising LGBTQ+ allies

Therapist Chris Tompkins on building a world safe and affirming for LGBTQ+ youths.

Judy Tenuta, Comedian and LGBTQ+ Ally, Dead at 72

The quirky, over-the-top comic appeared at LGBTQ+ events and became a minister so she could perform same-sex marriages.

Arquette Sisters Remember Luke Perry as an LGBTQ Ally

Perry and Alexis Arquette had been good friends for over 30 years before Alexis passed away in 2016 from complications related to HIV.

How This Year’s Grammys Celebrated LGBTQ+ Artists and Allies

The 2023 Grammy Awards featured Brandi Carlile, Sam Smith, Kim Petras, Lizzo, Harry Styles, and Beyoncé.

There's Still Room for LGBTQ+ Catholics and Allies

Instead of trying in vain to change the Roman Catholic Church, it's possible to find one's own spiritual path.

The Advocates 2024: LGBTQ+ ally Jean Smart

In her life and work, the Emmy-winning Hacks star has always used her platform to push the needle forward for LGBTQ+ people.

LGBTQ Community Mourns Passing of Ally Aretha

She lifted us all up with her voice and friendship.

Farewell to LGBTQ+ People and Allies Who’ve Recently Died

Remembering some of the LGBTQ+ people and allies who died earlier this year.

Will LGBTQ+ People and Allies in Texas Need to Flee the State?

Lesbian Texas State Rep. Jessica Gonzalez on the state's GOP cruelty and what it means for LGBTQ+ Texans.

Natalie Wood: LGBTQ Icon and Ally, Feminist Fighter

A new documentary offers insights into some of the lesser-known aspects of the movie star's life and career.

LGBTQ Celebs Honor 'Irreplaceable' Ally Carol Channing

Channing praised her "mutual love affair" with the LGBTQ community, which expressed an outpouring of love for the late actress.