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peaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) (C), Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-MN) (R) and Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-NY) hold a news conference following a caucus meeting at the U.S. Capitol Visitors Center on January 30, 2024 in Washington, DC.

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Nearly 300 groups urge Congress to reject anti-trans provision in defense spending bill

"This legislation has been hijacked by Speaker Mike Johnson and anti-LGBTQ+ lawmakers," says Human Rights Campaign President Kelley Robinson.

ACT UP protesters close the Food and Drug Administration building in 1988 to demand the release of experimental medication for those living with HIV or AIDS

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After the 2024 election, we can be inspired by these historical LGBTQ+ movements against oppression

Amid the trauma and disappointment of the election results, we take a look at queer resistance over the past century

Election

How do LGBTQ+ groups feel about Kamala Harris' campaign? 'Re-energized' (exclusive)

LGBTQ+ Victory Institute, Drag PAC, the National LGBTQ Task Force Action Fund, and Human Rights Campaign speak on Harris' "historic" campaign.

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More than 20,000 people show up for Kamala Harris's LGBTQ+ community call

Thousands of everyday LGBTQ+ people and celebrities joined an energetic fundraising call supporting Kamala Harris’s presidential candidacy, which raised hundreds of thousands of dollars.

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national lgbtq task force

Nearly 300 groups urge Congress to reject anti-trans provision in defense spending bill

"This legislation has been hijacked by Speaker Mike Johnson and anti-LGBTQ+ lawmakers," says Human Rights Campaign President Kelley Robinson.

After the 2024 election, we can be inspired by these historical LGBTQ+ movements against oppression

Amid the trauma and disappointment of the election results, we take a look at queer resistance over the past century

At Howard University, thousands rally for Kamala Harris as LGBTQ+ leaders celebrate a night of progress

“There’s a delicious sense of community here tonight, people who showed up because they need each other and know that our fates are linked,” Kierra Johnson, president of the National LGBTQ Task Force, said.

New ad from LGBTQ Task Force and partners counters Republican anti-trans and racist rhetoric

"Black, white, or brown, native or newcomer, transgender or not, Americans show up for one another," the ad says.

National LGBTQ Task Force to celebrate Karamo at star-studded gala

The gala in Florida will be emceed by lauded queer comedian Joel Kim Booster.

How do LGBTQ+ groups feel about Kamala Harris' campaign? 'Re-energized' (exclusive)

LGBTQ+ Victory Institute, Drag PAC, the National LGBTQ Task Force Action Fund, and Human Rights Campaign speak on Harris' "historic" campaign.

More than 20,000 people show up for Kamala Harris's LGBTQ+ community call

Thousands of everyday LGBTQ+ people and celebrities joined an energetic fundraising call supporting Kamala Harris’s presidential candidacy, which raised hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Thousands are expected to join LGBTQ+ community call supporting Kamala Harris campaign

The call will happen a day after thousands of LGBTQ+ leaders and supporters signed a letter of endorsement for the vice president’s candidacy.

Trans rights leader Kris Hayashi to lead advocacy department at National LGBTQ Task Force (exclusive)

Kris Hayashi has been a stalwart advocate in the LGBTQ+ movement for years.

Speaker Mike Johnson Roundly Condemned by LGBTQ+ Groups, Biden Campaign, and Democrats

There's much backlash to the election of U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson, a homophobe, transphobe, and election denier as speaker of the House.

Matthew Shepard's Murder Remembered 25 Years Later With a Renewed Call to Fight Anti-LGBTQ+ Hate

Matthew Shepard died 25 years ago today after an antigay attack. How do we honor his legacy and that of less well-known hate-crime victims?

How the Supreme Court's Student Debt Ruling Affects LGBTQ+, Black Americans

They have a disproportionate amount of student debt and still face discrimination.

303 Creative SCOTUS Ruling Is Signal to Keep Fighting, Activists Say

The Supreme Court's ruling is narrow in scope but sets the stage for more chipping away at antidiscrimination law.

One Year After Dobbs: Keeping Up the Fight for Bodily Autonomy

Conservative politicians are going not only after abortion but trans health care and LGBTQ+ rights in general. But activists and everyday citizens are fighting back.

Activists Urge Target and All Businesses to Push Back on Anti-LGBTQ+ Campaigns

After Target removed some Pride merchandise, LGBTQ+ groups call for it and all businesses, including Anheuser-Busch, to stand up to haters.

National LGBTQ Task Force Launches 'Movement Moments' Podcast

The first episode, dropping on Transgender Day of Visibility, features ALOK and Imara Jones.

Longtime Lesbian Activist Achebe Betty Powell Dies at 82

She was involved with several organizations and was part of the first gay and lesbian contingent to have a meeting at the White House.

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"This legislation has been hijacked by Speaker Mike Johnson and anti-LGBTQ+ lawmakers," says Human Rights Campaign President Kelley Robinson.

Amid the trauma and disappointment of the election results, we take a look at queer resistance over the past century

“There’s a delicious sense of community here tonight, people who showed up because they need each other and know that our fates are linked,” Kierra Johnson, president of the National LGBTQ Task Force, said.

"Black, white, or brown, native or newcomer, transgender or not, Americans show up for one another," the ad says.

The gala in Florida will be emceed by lauded queer comedian Joel Kim Booster.

LGBTQ+ Victory Institute, Drag PAC, the National LGBTQ Task Force Action Fund, and Human Rights Campaign speak on Harris' "historic" campaign.

Thousands of everyday LGBTQ+ people and celebrities joined an energetic fundraising call supporting Kamala Harris’s presidential candidacy, which raised hundreds of thousands of dollars.

The call will happen a day after thousands of LGBTQ+ leaders and supporters signed a letter of endorsement for the vice president’s candidacy.

Kris Hayashi has been a stalwart advocate in the LGBTQ+ movement for years.

There's much backlash to the election of U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson, a homophobe, transphobe, and election denier as speaker of the House.

Matthew Shepard died 25 years ago today after an antigay attack. How do we honor his legacy and that of less well-known hate-crime victims?

They have a disproportionate amount of student debt and still face discrimination.

The Supreme Court's ruling is narrow in scope but sets the stage for more chipping away at antidiscrimination law.

Conservative politicians are going not only after abortion but trans health care and LGBTQ+ rights in general. But activists and everyday citizens are fighting back.

After Target removed some Pride merchandise, LGBTQ+ groups call for it and all businesses, including Anheuser-Busch, to stand up to haters.

The first episode, dropping on Transgender Day of Visibility, features ALOK and Imara Jones.

She was involved with several organizations and was part of the first gay and lesbian contingent to have a meeting at the White House.