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Republicans strip Louisiana's only LGBTQ+ elected official of leadership role

Davante Lewis tells The Advocate about his removal as vice chairman on Louisiana's Public Service Commission, which he believes was racially and politically motivated.

Florida Senate Bill Could Ban Books With LGBTQ+ Characters

Legislation introduced in the Florida Senate could empower homophobic parents to challenge the use of books with LGBTQ+ characters at public schools.

The Books of Mark Merlis Brought Modern Gay Identity to Life

The award-winning author died this month but left behind a sterling legacy that chronicles the queer experience.

The Lives of Pulse, Immortalized in Rhyme

Nathaniel Bush Jr. penned 66 poems -- the number of books in the Bible -- to make sense of last year's tragedy and immortalize a friend who always encouraged him to write.

Black Gay Man Davante Lewis Is First Out State Official in Louisiana

Lewis, an advocate for renewable energy, won a runoff election to become a member of the state's Public Service Commission.

Black gay official could lose leadership role after criticizing Louisiana governor's anti-LGBTQ+ post

Davante Lewis talks to The Advocate ahead of a vote to remove him from his vice chairman role on Louisiana's Public Service Commission — all for defending former HHS official Dr. Rachel Levine.

21 LGBT Dolls, Legos, and Action Figures

Queer fictional characters and real-life heroes are filling up the shelves in the toy aisle.