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Idaho Republicans' resolution to repeal marriage equality is 'foreshadowing' for the U.S.

Idaho's leading LGBTQ+ groups tell The Advocate that the state GOP's effort to overturn marriage equality does not "address any of the many issues facing Idahoans today."

Paul Reubens, comic who played Pee-wee Herman, comes out as gay posthumously in new documentary

Paul Reubens opened up about his sexuality for a documentary about his life, which was filmed before he died of cancer in 2023.

Hundreds of couples marry as Thailand legalizes marriage equality (in photos)

Thailand became the first country in Southeast Asia to recognize marriage equality on Thursday.

The exit interview: Karine Jean-Pierre on misinformation, the White House, and making queer history

Karine Jean-Pierre spoke to The Advocate about being press secretary under President Joe Biden, living and working proud and out, and what she plans to do now.

Chicago Chick-fil-A will share a building with Black and trans-led LGBTQ+ group

Brave Space Alliance said that they were only made aware of the new location planned for the floor beneath them when local news outlets reported on its opening.

Virginia lawmakers pass marriage equality, abortion & voting protections

Democrats are hopeful they can amend the state’s constitution to protect hard-fought rights.

Pam Bondi promises to 'respect the law' on marriage equality in Senate confirmation hearing

Bondi, nominated to be the next attorney general, made the comment after California Sen. Adam Schiff, a Democrat, asked if she would defend the marriage of LGBTQ+ couples.

Watch a gay Texas lawmaker propose to his partner at the state Capitol building

“In a time when our love and our very existence are challenged, often in the halls of this very building, this moment is a reminder that love conquers all," Texas state Rep. Venton Jones said.

Discover why Thailand is the ultimate LGBTQ+ paradise

Join Ricky Cornish as he visits this breathtaking country that offers endless opportunities for the perfect queer trip.

Why did a gay man throw a pie in Anita Bryant's face, and who was he?

Gay activist Thom Higgins "pied" the antigay crusader during a press conference in Des Moines in 1977 as part of his considerable career as an LGBTQ+ rights advocate. Here's the whole story.

Idaho Republicans file resolution to repeal marriage equality

They want to return to a so-called “natural definition” of marriage as between one man and one woman.

Biden honors LGBTQ+ trailblazers for marriage equality contributions at Presidential Citizens Medal ceremony

Evan Wolfson and Mary Bonauto joined other remarkable Americans at a White House ceremony to honor their excellence.

Pete Buttigieg remembers warmth and kindness of Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter

The Carters were "extraordinarily gracious and kind" to the Buttigieg and his husband, the Transportation secretary writes on Instagram.

Stonewall started it—but who writes the next chapter?

Despite progress, our community faces threats across the country. Our fight for equality continues with resilience, solidarity, and unwavering courage, writes Alex Gabriel.

President Jimmy Carter dead at 100 — here's his history as an LGBTQ+ ally

President Jimmy Carter's advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights became stronger as the years went on.

Tennessee pizzeria refuses to cater same-sex weddings

Critics call for a boycott, but what does the law say?

Here are the world's most visited cities and where they stand on LGBTQ+ rights

Some of these cities welcome LGBTQ+ travelers while others punish same-sex sexual relations with the death penalty.

Toni Atkins on running to become California's first lesbian governor (exclusive)

Atkins, an experienced California lawmaker, has just received the LGBTQ+ Victory Fund's endorsement.

Poland's first-ever LGBTQ+ museum opens: 'For you and about you'

QueerMuzeum opened in Warsaw Friday, becoming the first LGBTQ+ museum in Poland, the first in post-communist Europe, and the fifth in the entire world.

LGBTQ+ parents are rushing to adopt their children before Trump is sworn in

Attorneys have been inundated with requests for adoptions, a safeguard some queer families are using to make sure they retain parental rights to their nonbiological kids before a second Trump administration that may be hostile to LGBTQ+ people.

Here’s why Republicans are poised to dismantle marriage equality

It’s a perfect storm of a conservative court, the Project 2025 ethos running the next administration, and anti-LGBTQ+ congressional leaders, writes John Casey.