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Hockey Is Cracking Down on Cancer Support and Native Heritage After Banning Pride

Following the NHL's crackdown on Pride nights, players now risk fines if they show support for other causes such as Indigenous Heritage and Hockey Fights Cancer.

10 things to do instead of doomscrolling on Election Day

Stop refreshing the news, you obsessive freaks. Put your time to better use and try one of these other things.

Gay Hockey Player ‘Disappointed’ in Other Players’ Lack of Support

While the NHL tries to demonstrate how inclusive it is, many of the players in the league are resisting showing overt support for the LGBTQ+ community.

Op-ed: A Chinese Activist's Thoughts on Democracy

A group of activists from China learned that democracy in America isn't always easy, but when rights prevail, the process is worth the work.

She Walked on the Wild Side: R.I.P. Holly Woodlawn

Lou Reed sang about her, Andy Warhol filmed her, and most recently she appeared in Jill Soloway's Transparent. 

Rachel Maddow exposes JD Vance’s endorsement of pro-dictator 'late republic' movement

She said she struggled with the decision to report on it, but with the vice-presidential debate ahead she felt she had to.

Who is Tony Hinchcliffe, the human pile of garbage insulting Puerto ​Rico ​at Donald Trump's MSG rally?

Tony Hinchcliffe called Puerto Rico "a floating island of garbage" during a Donald Trump rally at Madison Square Garden, but it isn't the first time his racist comments have sparked backlash.

The Sissy Awards

Every year we have to endure our fair share of idiots, but this year takes the cake. So we here at The Advocate have reinstated our annual sissy awards, recognizing those who show arrogant stupidity, dishonesty, or just a severe lack of spine. From Paris Hilton to Peter Pace, let's give it up for this year's winners losers.

Who will Harris choose as VP nominee? Several team members of The Advocate make their predictions

Harris is expected to make the announcement soon. Here's what some of our team thinks.

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Democrats embrace ‘weird’ label, turning tables on conservative rhetoric often used against queer people

Republicans want to believe they're 'normal,' but their freakouts over LGBTQ+ issues prove they're anything but.

19 Videos YouTube Is Hiding from Kids

A new filter from YouTube is hiding queer people from children, and the company won't say why.

10 of the Weirdest, Wildest Super Bowl Halftime Shows

Up With People! Carol Channing! Diana Ross on a helicopter! The Super Bowl halftime show is often a bizarre and kind of gay affair.

Who's Next? The Marriage Equality Waiting Room

Which states will be the next to institute marriage equality -- and just how will it happen?

Zoey Tur in Hot Water Over Remarks on Trans Bodies, Rights

Following contentious commentary, trans advocates are vocally questioning Zoey Tur's recently established role as a media spokesperson.

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A Journalist and Political Junkie’s Predictions for Election 2020

The tea leaves are shouting right now.