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Tennessee's first out LGBTQ+ school board member: 'pay attention' to your local government

Zach Young tells The Advocate about the "horror stories" overtaking U.S. school boards and how he'll use his position to fight back against anti-LGBTQ+ hate.

Tennessee’s First Transgender Elected Official, Olivia Hill, May Have to Use Men's Restroom

State laws create an unclear pathway for Olivia Hill’s rights concerning gender-specific facilities.

Out100 2024 party pics from Roland Fitz

The stars gathered to celebrate those making a difference in the community.

Meet the gay man who will be Tennessee's first out LGBTQ+ school board member

Zach Young is running unopposed for his seat in Metro Nashville's third district, solidifying his spot in history.

Jacksonville's LGBT Rights Law Has No 'Room to Move' After Heated Debate

Both sides of the debate are digging in their heels, with supporters of the nondiscrimination ordinance demanding 'all or nothing,' while those opposed are equally entrenched. 

Kansas Town Bans LGBTQ Bias, Will Investigate Antigay Politician

An activist who backed the new law says he felt his job was threatened when Olathe City Council member Karin Brownlee complained to his employer.

Maryland governor fires transit board appointee for antigay remark

Maryland governor Robert L. Ehrlich Jr. (pictured) has fired his appointee to the D.C. transit authority board for saying that gay people are "persons of sexual deviancy."

Olivia Hill Sworn in to Nashville Metro Council and Becomes First Out Trans Official in Tennessee

Hill emphasizes that being trans is just a part of who she is, but she aims to offer positive representation.

Nashville Elects Tennessee's First Transgender Lawmaker: Olivia Hill

With the election of Olivia Hill and others, the Nashville-Davidson County governing body now has a female majority.

Nashville Out to Set a Gold Record for LGBTQ Representation

A record seven out candidates are running for election or reelection to the Metropolitan Council of Nashville and Davidson County.

Ky. AG, Marriage Equality Supporter, Will Run for Governor

Jack Conway, who refused to appeal a decision striking down Kentucky's same-sex marriage ban, thinks that decision will not be a liability in the governor's race.

Black Gay Man Davante Lewis Is First Out State Official in Louisiana

Lewis, an advocate for renewable energy, won a runoff election to become a member of the state's Public Service Commission.