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Turner Classic Movies spotlights the best political films of all time

The LGBTQ-inclusive lineup will feature celebrity presenters such as Melissa Etheridge, Steven Spielberg, and Sally Field.

Who was James Baldwin? A look at the Black gay writer and civil rights activist's life and legacy

James Baldwin's work remains relevant today, on what would have been his one-hundredth birthday.

A history of political violence in the U.S., from Hamilton to Harvey Milk to Gabby Giffords

The attempt on Donald Trump's life Saturday was only the latest instance in a long history of violence against American political leaders.

Judy Shepard, Nancy Pelosi, and queer scientist Jane Rigby among Medal of Freedom honorees

The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the nation's highest civilian honor.

If You Loved 'Beale Street,' Here's More James Baldwin on Film

With If Beale Street Could Talk getting raves, we look at other screen treatments of the great author's work -- and life.

Then and Now, James Baldwin Is the Voice of The Resistance

The black and gay writer died 30 years ago. But a new documentary, I Am Not Your Negro, gifts his words on race and rebellion to a new generation of Americans.

17 Essential Black Queer Films

Celebrate Black history and culture with these tales of the Black LGBTQ+ experience.

Attorney General Calls For LGBT Equality

In a speech delivered to the Parliament of Sweden, U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder said LGBT rights are among "the defining civil rights challenges of our time."

How NBA Legend Bill Russell Helped Rick Welts Come Out

Welts, the gay former president of the Phoenix Suns and the Golden State Warriors, will speak and be a pallbearer for his lifelong friend's private memorial service.

'Hallowed Ground' Looks at Civil Rights Movement Through LGBTQ+ Lens

The documentary, a companion piece to Eyes on the Prize, incorporates many queer voices in examining the racial justice movement's past, present, and future.

7 Things That Are Everything This Week

James Baldwin, The Fosters, and a seriously sexy French film are all worth your precious time.

7 Things That Are Everything This Week

Celebrate Black History Month, cheer on Lady Gaga, and twirl for a good cause.