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Republican Refusal to Expel Rep. George Santos Infuriates Democrats

Democrats criticized their GOP colleagues for failing to vote out the embattled New York congressman.

California's Effort to End Gendered Pronouns Will Trickle Down

An attempt to incorporate gender-neutral language in government is an enormous step for nonbinary people.

Montana Republicans block GOP anti-drag bill after emotional debate

The measure, opposed by transgender state Rep. Zooey Zephyr, failed with a vote of 44 to 55.

Mozilla CEO Responds to Antigay Allegations

After taking heat for a donation he made in support of California's antigay Proposition 8, Mozilla cofounder Brendan Eich promised to champion inclusion in his new role as CEO.

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#WontBeErased Offers Hopeful Messages In Wake of Anti-Transgender Memo

Transgender activists and allies are weaponizing their visibility against bigotry.

George Santos Won’t Seek Reelection After Scathing Ethics Report Released

The embattled gay New York congressman says he will not seek reelection in the wake of a damning ethics report that found he most likely broke federal law.

George Santos Pleads Not Guilty to 10 New Charges Amid Growing Calls for Expulsion

The New York fabulist faces a federal judge while expulsion efforts intensify as GOP voices discuss due process and a defiant Santos vows not to resign ahead of trial.

George Santos Complains That He’s Being Bullied Out of Congress, Announces Own Expulsion Motion

During an early morning press conference, Santos claimed that he was the victim of bullying. He also said he's going to try to expell a Democratic lawmaker.

Trans Latino Man Named 2020's Social Worker of the Year

In a history making move, NASW awards trans advocate and Coast Guard veteran Zander Keig with the prestigious honor. 

Why We Must Press on Through Tragedy on This IDAHO

As we mourn the loss of Erick Martinez on this International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia, a call to carry on his work.

Rep. Ritchie Torres to Introduce Resolution Censuring Rep. George Santos

Censure doesn’t remove a member of Congress from office, but it stays on the member’s permanent record.

California Rep. Robert Garcia Forces Vote to Oust Rep. George Santos From Congress

The gay Democrat is holding the gay Republican accountable for his actions.

Marjorie Taylor Greene finally did it: She triggered motion to end Mike Johnson’s run as Speaker of the House

The Georgia Republican triggered a privileged motion to vacate the office of Speaker of the House on Wednesday afternoon.

Can intersectionality survive in the age of Instagram?

Joris Lechêne, a fierce activist and educator, navigates the complexities of identity and social justice with unwavering clarity.

Marjorie Taylor Greene Is Mad That Fellow Republicans Might Expel Her Friend George Santos

The Georgia Republican anti-LGBTQ+ lawmaker expressed frustration over GOP leadership’s handling of the gay embattled New York congressman, contrasting it with stalled impeachment efforts.

Republicans want colleges to fund student religious groups that discriminate against LGBTQ+ peers

That's part of a bill passed by the U.S. House Thursday, seeking to supersede the "all-comers" policies approved by the Supreme Court in 2010. Democrats, including Equality Caucus Chair Mark Pocan, are outraged.