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Greece to legalize same-sex marriage after opposition agrees to support it

Greece is slated to legalize same-sex marriage and adoption, but surrogacy will remain restricted.

Rachel Maddow on Modern-Day Extremism, American Democracy, and Her New Book, ‘Prequel’

The book explores the historical roots and modern implications of fascist movements in the U.S. through the MSNBC host’s storytelling perspective.

Lesbian Pop Star Denise Ho Arrested by Hong Kong Authorities

Ho was arrested Wednesday as part of a crackdown on the pro-democracy media outlet Stand News. 

Why it's time for a vice president who happens to be gay (and maybe because of it)

Pete Buttigieg is a highly respected, 'others-above-self' military veteran and family man. That's why Kamala Harris should pick him.

Rachel Maddow’s ‘Prequel’ Tops New York Times Bestsellers List

Amid a nationwide tour, Maddow’s exploration of U.S. fascism clinched the top spot on the New York Times bestsellers list.

Marching on Washington: 'A Continuation, Not a Commemoration'

It's more important than ever to stand with LGBTQ+ people and other marginlized groups, writes Kierra Johnson, executive director of the National LGBTQ Task Force.

Thousands March for Abortion Rights in Rallies Across the U.S.

The marches came only several months after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, ending the federal right to abortion in the country.

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.

At 25, Jonathan Herzog Is Trying to Unseat a Congressional Icon

Activist Adam Eli speaks with gay congressional candidate Jonathan Herzog, who hopes to defeat Jerrold Nadler.

NASA Cancels Invitation From Sanctioned Gay-Hating Putin Lackey

Homophobic NASA head Jim Bridenstine invited far-right nationalist Dmitry Rogozin to speak at both their headquarters and Rice University. 

Two New Memoirs Detail the Threats to American Democracy

(CNN) Gay former Republican Tim Miller and Pete Buttigieg's adviser Lis Smith write about the pols who've undermined -- and restored -- their faith.

High School Newspaper Eliminated Following LGBTQ+ Edition

One school board member explained "There were editorials that were essentially, I guess what I would say, LGBTQ."

Kyrsten Sinema’s Lead in Arizona Senate Race Appears 'Insurmountable'

It looks as though the Arizona Democrat will be the country's first out bisexual politician in the U.S. Senate. 

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Megyn Kelly is peeved that Rachel Maddow reportedly makes $30 million

One of these is not like the other.

New Hampshire GOP Gov Signs Transgender Rights Bill

Plus one banning the use of conversion therapy on minors.

Novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Goes Anti-Trans Again

The acclaimed author is painting transgender rights as a threat to women's rights.