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Cameron Wright: the 'provocative' nonbinary singer making waves on 'The Voice'

The contestant isn't afraid to be their authentic self on a major network.

More Than 500 U.S. Companies Support Passage of Equality Act

New members of HRC's Business Coalition for the Equality Act include Edward Jones, REI, Honeywell, McDonald's, Harley-Davidson, and more.

Op-ed: Emmys Take One Step Forward, Two Steps Back

The Emmys were plenty gay, but not much else.

Dianne Feinstein Remembered by Political Leaders as a 'Titan' in the U.S. Senate

The nation mourns a trailblazer in politics, advocate for women’s rights, and champion for LGBTQ+ equality.

See The Results: Who Did You Pick for Our '40 Under 40' Cover?

Everyone on The Advocate's annual list of 40 exemplary people under age 40 has a message we think you should hear. Help us pick who should be on the cover.

Op-ed: There's No Excuse for Discrimination at Work

Rep. Jared Polis is taking the helm in a long fight for an overdue law to keep LGBT Americans rightfully employed in every single state.

Pete Buttigieg Opens Up About the Ohio Train Disaster

While the criticism of his actions is fair, he says, the critics are mostly not.

Lesbian Pundit Has Witty Response for GOP Critic

CNN contributor Sally Kohn took it in stride when a Republican politician said she resembled Justin Bieber.

Partnership and antidiscrimination bills move through Oregon legislature

The Oregon house on Tuesday approved two pro-gay measures--a domestic-partnership bill for same-sex couples and an antidiscrimination bill--which will now go to the Oregon senate for a vote.

Britain Bans Gender Stereotyping in Advertising — Could That Fly in the U.S.?

How would Carl's Jr. ever sell a burger if the company couldn't use stereotypes of women?

Major League Baseball Hires Billy Bean, Honors Gay Legend

At the All-Star festivities Tuesday, commissioner Bud Selig makes a major announcement to prove baseball's dedication to inclusiveness.

Record Number of Americans Say Firing Someone for Being LGBT Should Be Illegal

The Out & Equal Workplace Survey found that an overwhelming majority of U.S. respondents supported LGBT non-discrimination.

This NFL Team Owner Is Opposed to LGBT Equality

Bob McNair, owner of the Houston Texans, has donated $10,000 to the effort to repeal Houston's LGBT-inclusive equal rights ordinance.

Straight Cis Folks Still Don't Get Us

Data reveals that cisgender attitudes toward trans people haven't changed that much.

STUDY: Religious Counseling Has Higher Risk of LGB Suicide

That doesn't necessarily mean it causes suicide, but the association is troubling, says a new study.

Op-ed: When Pride Shines at Work and on the Street

One man charts his journey from discovering his pride as a newly out young guy to participating in L.A. Pride with the support of his friends, family, community, and coworkers.

Meet Dani Oliva, the First Trans Executive at a Major Music Company

As Vice President of Legal and Business Affairs at Venice Music, Dani Oliva has become the first visible transgender person to serve as an executive at a major music company.

Status Update

Gay umpire Dave Pallone on staying safe

U.N. Stands Up for LGBT Workers Around the Globe

The U.N. Human Rights Office advises businesses around the world on treatment of LGBT and intersex employees, suppliers, and customers.

More Rights Than Marriage Hinge on Prop. 8 Hearing

The passage of Prop. 8 not only eliminated marriage equality but also radically altered our state's constitution. Thursday's hearing will hopefully reverse it.