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LGBTQ+ book clubs bring lit-loving queers together

"Book clubs create an opportunity for queer people in particular...to access stories about our realities that are similar to us and access stories about people in our community that are different from us," one book club manager told The Advocate.

Florida School Reverses Decision, Will Allow LGBTQ+ Pages in Yearbook

When the school's yearbook editor originally submitted the pages, they were rejected.

13 Photos of Queer Joy & Celebration at White House Pride Month Event

There was so much joy on display on the South Lawn where LGBTQ+ people and families were celebrated by the Biden administration.

The LGBTQ+ History Exhibit That (Unfortunately) Made History

A scandal in Missouri shows the past is very much present when it comes to erasing the queer experience.

Portland Drag-a-Thon Sets World Record for Longest Drag Show

The event took a stand for an art form under attack and raised money for the Trevor Project.

New Biden Executive Order Includes Focus on Transgender Equity

An aide to President Biden says issues around transgender rights are a "significant focus" for the administration.

25 Queer-Owned Bookstores to Know and Support

In the face of books bans targeting LGBTQ+ subjects and authors, here is one way to support queer books.

RuPaul’s new online bookstore under fire for selling right-wing extremist, anti-LGBTQ+ titles

The online store declined to comment, but flagged certain books as 'contrary to our core values' and vowed to donate proceeds to fight book bans.

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15 LGBTQ+ TV Shows and Movies to Watch in June

Sit back, relax, and be proud watching these latest LGBTQ+ tv shows and films.

It Gets Better reveals the recipients of its latest round of grants supporting LGBTQ+ students

“This grant program aims to put power back in the hands of LGBTQ+ students as people in positions of power threaten to strip it away,” It Gets Better said in a release.

The Advocate Documentary Nominated for Daytime Emmy

A Long Road to Freedom: The Advocate Celebrates 50 Years shows the modern LGBTQ rights movement through the lens of its leaders.

Two Texas Teachers on Harnessing Spirit Day Every Day

Find out how these educators are keeping queer youth safe.

Florida School District Offers Refunds, Erasure of Yearbook's LGBTQ+ Content

They say it’s not about censorship, but what else could it be about?

Club Q Victims, Heroes Identified by Colorado Springs Police

Law enforcement officials in Colorado Springs released the names at their third press conference in two days to update the public on developments in the mass shooting.

There Have Been 141 Protests & Threats Against Drag Events This Year

Some of the incidents were violent, and the largest number took place in Texas, according to an updated report by GLAAD.

Iowa’s Book Ban the Target of Lawsuit by Bestselling Authors and Penguin Random House

The list of plaintiffs now included Iowa teachers, students, the Iowa State Education Association, and four bestselling authors including John Green and Jodi Picoult

'Hollywood Pride' tells you all you want to know about LGBTQ+ films and artists

Film historian and critic Alonso Duralde's new book offers a comprehensive view.

At Least 50 Groups in the U.S. Advocated Banning Books This Year

They range from local Facebook or online groups to more established conservative organizations, and they often targeted LGBTQ-themed books.

The Tragedy at Club Q, the Tipping Point, & the Bloodbath

A gut punch. Pulse. Groomers. Disgust. It all came to mind in the early morning hours as news of the mass shooting in Colorado Springs became known.