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Most Americans support transgender health care and sports bans — yet they oppose discrimination

Most Americans support banning gender-affirming care for youth and preventing trans athletes from participating on teams that align with their identity — yet they also support anti-discrimination laws protecting trans people.

WATCH: Rachel Maddow Dissects GOP on Equality

'As public opinion goes [on marriage equality], this is a public opinion train that has left the station,' the 'Rachel Maddow Show' host said Tuesday.

Joe Biden Urges Business Leaders to Stand for LGBT Rights Worldwide

At the World Economic Forum, Biden tells execs they can help change public opinion and government policy in homophobic nations.

Opinion: Why you should be angry that Musk and DOGE have access to your data

Musk and his minions already have unfettered access to your medical records, tax information, and more, writes John Casey. So what are you going to do about it, he asks.


Op-ed: What NOM's President Gets Right on Marriage Equality

The president of the National Organization for Marriage predicted that 2014 will be a major year in marriage equality, but he's probably not going to like the outcome.

The next stage in New Yorks marriage fight

Yes, the New York Court of Appeals ruling against marriage equality was disappointing, says the lead attorney for one of the four cases. But with New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg and others on their side, gay and lesbian New Yorkers must now focus on winning the right to marry in the state legislature.

Barack Obama made history by publicly supporting same-sex marriages 12 years ago today

In the years since, the LGBTQ+ community has seen tremendous strides in the push toward equality, but much work remains to protect the rights of marginalized people.

Donald Trump unleashes torrent of transphobic ads in last leg of 2024 election

Donald Trump is using fear of transgender people to try to win the election.

Americans Divided on Use of Chosen Pronouns in Schools, Survey Finds

Legislation and public opinion clash over student pronoun recognition.

Op-ed: Maine Report Lifts Veil on NOM’s Illegal Fundraising Scheme

The National Organization for Marriage has been losing at the ballot box, in courthouses, and in public opinion, but now the group's shady practices provide another hurdle.

Survey Finds Americans Remain Divided on Marriage Equality

President Obama's support for marriage equality did little to move overall public opinion on the issue, but the endorsement did animate his core backers and opponents, according to a new survey.

Andreja Pejic: Trans People 'Can Change Public Opinion'

Jim Obergefell, a leading advocate for marriage equality, and the world's most famous trans model talk about the adversities faced by transgender people.  

Spokane mayor struggles against public opinion

More than six in 10 people said they would vote to oust Spokane, Wash., mayor James West if a special recall election were held today, a newspaper and television station report.

WATCH: How We Won Over Public Opinion on Marriage

In the last 20 years, public opinion on marriage has done a near-180. How did that happen?

Medicare Wants Your Opinion on Covering Gender Reassignment Surgery

The agency was giving the public 30 days to offer their opinions on whether Medicare should cover surgery for transgender patients with coverage.

Iowa Marriage Equality Opponents Admit Losing Enthusiasm

The campaign to repeal marriage equality in Iowa appears to be suffering from changing public opinion and declining interest even among some conservative Republicans.

Idaho Gov. Sticks to Expensive Defense of Marriage Ban

Despite several court rulings and a decided victory in the court of public opinion, Idaho governor Butch Otter isn't willing to let marriage equality take hold in the Gem State.

Investigation Fails to Find Who Leaked SCOTUS Dobbs Draft Opinion

The Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade, striking down the federal right to abortion.

Support for Same-Sex Relationships Plummets as Less Find Them 'Morally Acceptable'

While it's higher than a decade ago, support seems to be in decline after years of progress, according to Gallup.