Equality PAC raises big bucks for 2024 House Democratic frontliners at debate day fundraiser
The money will go to reelecting members who are running in challenging congressional districts.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
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Emily Randall looks to be the first LGBTQ+ Latina in Congress. Today she faces her primary
Three Equality PAC co-chairs tell The Advocate they’re confident in her chances to carry the day.
AUGUST 6, 2024
This Is How Today's SCOTUS Decision Doesn't Protect LGBTQ+ People
Title VII is a huge victory for LGBTQ+ employees and shouldn't be undermined, but the Equality Act is the big kahuna.
JUNE 15, 2020
All 50 States Have Seen LGBTQ+ Candidates in 2022, Says Advocacy Group
It's a landmark year with record numbers and diversity of LGBTQ+ candidates.
OCTOBER 27, 2022
To Carry on My Uncle Harvey Milk’s Legacy, We Must Elect Joe Biden
The fight for equality has yet to be fully won, but Biden will bring us closer to the finish line.
MAY 22, 2020
Lindsey Graham and other Republicans spew transphobic language while questioning judicial nominee
Graham and Ted Cruz went after a nominee who once served in Congress as a Democrat and supported the pro-LGBTQ+ rights Equality Act.
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Becca Balint to Be Vermont's First Woman, First LGBTQ+ Rep in Congress
Balint, a lesbian, is a longtime Vermont state legislator and former teacher.
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
LGBTQ+ and allied members of Congress introduce Trans Day of Visibility resolution
The resolution recognizes the accomplishments of trans people and commits to affirming their rights.
MARCH 29, 2024
Gay Weatherman Could Be First Out Congressman From Illinois
Eric Sorensen has won the nomination in the state's 17th Congressional District.
JUNE 29, 2022
Out Candidate Wins Dem Nomination for Congress in New Hampshire
Chris Pappas, who's gay, took more than 50 percent of the vote in a field of 11 candidates.
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
LGBTQ Activists Making Final Push for Pro-Equality Votes
As the midterms approach, organizers are working tirelessly in key states.
OCTOBER 29, 2018
Brett Kavanaugh Is a Looming Disaster for LGBT, HIV-Positive People
Amid all the chaos, Trump and company hope they can slip this ideologue into the nation's highest court. HRC's Chad Griffin sounds the alarm.
JULY 31, 2018
Finding the Silver Lining in Defeat
Three weeks ago, like many LGBT Americans, I woke up with, to say the least, mixed feelings. The euphoria of Barack Obama's election and the expansion of the pro-LGBT majority in Congress was tempered by sadness and anger at our devastating losses in Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, and, of course, California. The silver lining of these defeats has been a renewed focus nationwide on the issue of marriage equality.
NOVEMBER 24, 2008
Republicans' unprecedented anti-LGBTQ+ attacks highlighted in new HRC Congressional Scorecard
But Democrats and independents were able to turn back these efforts.
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Fighting back against MAGA’s attacks on equality
As the Republican-led House focuses on passing anti-LGBTQI+ measures, members of the Congressional Equality Caucus remain vigilant in advocating for equality.
APRIL 19, 2024
Momentum for the Equality Act Is Clear
Voters in November rebelled against Trump's xenophobia. Time to take that momentum further, Chad Griffin and Mara Keisling write.
FEBRUARY 4, 2019
View to Washington: Blue Dogs
Conservative "Blue Dog" Democrats have undercut progressive Dems on health care reform, but how are they affecting the push for LGBT equality?
AUGUST 3, 2009
LGBTQ+ Groups Rejoice Over DACA Ruling, Trump Calls It 'Shotgun Blast'
The program protecting "dreamers," undocumented immigrants brought to the U.S. as children, will survive.
JUNE 18, 2020
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.
NOVEMBER 4, 2021