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Cameroon president's daughter comes out, reveals relationship with Brazilian model

LGBTQ+ relationships are criminalized in Cameroon, carrying a sentence of up to five years in prison.

Myth or Truth: Will PrEP Lead to More Risky Behavior?

Today we look at the myth that use of PrEP will lead gay men to increase their sexual risk-taking.

The 'Biblical' Response to #SpiritDay You Didn't Hear About

Focus on the Family and the Alliance Defending Freedom sponsored a religious event to promote the use of the Bible in public schools the same day as GLAAD's annual Spirit Day.

Singapore's 'Crazy Rich Asians' Push to Overturn Anti-LGBTQ Laws

In real life, extremely wealthy Singaporeans are fighting to decriminalize gay sex.

A gay man was the only applicant for a town council seat. He lost anyway — because of his sexuality

An Ohio man was denied a position on his village's council despite being the only applicant, and the council president's reasoning was pretty blatant.

Oklahoma's Second Largest City Roiled by Pro-LGBTQ+ Resolution

City council members in Tulsa can't get themselves to vote for a measure that would label their city as inclusive.

The U.S. Will Now Have 1,000 Out Elected Officials in Historic First

Victories in Tuesday's election will push the number over that mark when all the winners take office, and the candidates represent the diversity of the LGBTQ+ population.

Remember Your Power: A Statement From Transgender Youth on the Next Four Years

Under a Trump presidency, transgender young people are ready to continue fighting for their rights.

How We Killed Oxford, Ala.'s Hate Law

Getting an insidious "bathroom law" repealed took intense organization and grassroots work. Read the inside story here.

Christy Holstege on Track to Be Nation's Only Out Bisexual Mayor

Holstege overcame biphobic attacks to win reelection to the Palm Springs City Council, where she's set to rotate into the mayoral position. 

Liliana Bakhtiari Is First Nonbinary Member of Atlanta City Council

Bakhtiari, who won a runoff election last week, is also the first queer Muslim elected to any position in Georgia.

U.N. Steps Up Efforts Against Anti-LGBTQ+ Violence and Discrimination

The U.N. Human Rights Council condemned criminalization of same-sex sexual acts and diverse gender identities.

Minneapolis Council Plans to Disband, Replace Police Department

Amid outcry over racism and police brutality after the death of George Floyd, council members say there has to be a new model for public safety.

Black Trans Woman Andrea Jenkins Reelected to Minneapolis City Council

Andrea Jenkins won a third term in a close race.

Op-ed: Your City Council Needs You

One out council candidate in a major American city says a seat held by a termed-out gay legislator needs to remain in LGBT hands.

Gay Man Todd Gloria Sworn in as San Diego Mayor

San Diego becomes the largest city in the nation with an out gay man as mayor.

Trump Fires All AIDS Council Members by Letter, Gives No Reason

While presidents want their own appointees on the council, Trump's action is suspicious, activists say.

LGBT Leaders Weigh Obama's Faith-Based Initiative

LGBT activists are riled up over Obama's White House Office of Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships, saying the program lacks anti-discrimination protections for LGBT people.

Trump's Despicable Plan to Turn LGBTs Against Muslims

The president hopes to divide and conquer. We can't let it happen.