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Wilson Cruz aims to 'change minds and hearts' with new docuseries about queer Mormon teens

The six-episode series, Not Part of the Plan, spans across two years, following four young members of Utah’s Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

How Mothers Nikki and Jill Protect Their Financial Security and Family

Watch The Advocate new series Milestones Part II: Marriage and Family Planning. 

Gohmert Conspiracy Theory Obama Jobs Bill Is Gift to Gays

The right-wing Republican from Texas claimed that Obama's plan to add more jobs is actually part of a scheme to destroy marriage. 

Global Bank Offers Gender-Neutral Titles on Cards and Accounts

HSBC will add ten gender-neutral titles as part of its plan to improve the banking experience for customers, according to The Guardian.

Defunding Planned Parenthood Is Unconscionable

Such a move would be disastrous for low-income women and girls -- and men too, says West Hollywood City Council member Lindsey Horvath.

Here’s What Was Missing From Hillary’s HIV Plan

The Democratic presidential nominee has yet to set a key goal that will help achieve an AIDS-free generation.

Democratic Convention to Sharply Contrast Obama, Romney

Preliminary details indicate the Democratic Party plans to accentuate the stark differences between President Barack Obama and Mitt Romney on LGBT issues during next month's convention.

Gay activists fight for immigrant rights

As Congress debates sweeping new legislation on immigration reform, gay rights groups are banding together to fight for the rights of immigrants. "We are calling on LGBTQ immigrants and supporters to march together in a contingent [during Monday's Day for Immigrant Justice]," said Leslie Bulbuk (pictured), cofounder of the pro-gay immigration group Love Sees No Borders.

Donald Trump Announces Plans for First 100 Days in Office

In a two-minute video segment, Trump discussed jobs, trade, and cutting federal regulation. 

Good News For Low-Income Trans Oregonians

Following in the footsteps of California, Vermont, and Washington, D.C., Oregon will begin offering transition-related care to transgender residents as part of the state's Medicaid program.

Op-ed: Coupled Up and Saving Up

As rights and benefits change for same-sex couples in a post-DOMA world, these easy tips will help keep your finances consistent.

Ill. Gov Will Sign Marriage Equality Bill November 20

Gov. Pat Quinn scheduled a signing ceremony in Chicago, but some activists want to see at least one more elsewhere in the state.

Mormon Leader: LGBTQ Advocacy Comes From Satan

Gender is eternal, marriage is heterosexual, and anything else is Satanic, says Dallin H.Oaks.

Orlando Plans to Purchase Site of Pulse Nightclub Shooting

Orlando's mayor made the announcement Wednesday.

Why the Biden-Harris administration’s successful medication price negotiations matter

Americans have paid more for their medications than other countries for years, but that’s changing.

Drag Queen Story Hour Canceled in N.C. Town Due to Violent Threats

The story hour was to be part of the Pride Festival in Apex, N.C.

British Chaplain Leaves Private School After Anti-Equality Remarks

David Hull had criticized a decision to allow Methodist clergy to perform same-sex unions.