The Importance of Juneteenth - the Newest Federal Holiday
In 2021, Juneteenth became the latest federal holiday in the US — the first to be approved since Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 1983.
June 19, 2023
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Christine Quinn Reflects on Progress at DNC
The lesbian Speaker of the New York City Council offered her thoughts on the experience for LGBT delegates in Charlotte, and responded to chatter about her own political future.
September 6, 2012
Jake Gyllenhaal: 'It's OK Now' to Be a Gay Actor in Hollywood
The actor reflects on the progress made in Tinseltown on the 10-year anniversary of Brokeback Mountain.
November 27, 2015
Op-ed: Keep Saying 'I Do' After the Altar
A year after its overturning, Prop. 8 plaintiffs and husbands Jeff Zarrillo and Paul Katami reflect on the progress of marriage equality.
June 24, 2014
Marie Cau is The First Trans Mayor Ever Elected in France
While the win is certainly a reflection of the country's progress, Cau is quick to credit her merits and proposed plans as the real catalyst. Â
May 26, 2020
Op-ed: What a Difference Five Years Makes
After last night's White House Pride celebration, the executive director of the National Center for Lesbian Rights reflects on progress made in five years under the Obama administration.
July 1, 2014
LGBTQ+ Life at One of the World’s Largest Corporations
Procter & Gamble's chief equality officer on the importance of being fully yourself at work.
February 10, 2021
Chicago Gay Bar Reverses Rap Music Ban After Backlash Ensues
Fierce social media backlash prompts management to apologize for short-lived, "hurtful" policy prohibiting urban music.
May 31, 2019
Let's Name June 26 as 'LGBT Equality Day'
Out Wisconsin senator Baldwin (right) and Washington congresswoman DelBene make the case for an official day in our honor.
June 26, 2016
There's Still Room for LGBTQ+ Catholics and Allies
Instead of trying in vain to change the Roman Catholic Church, it's possible to find one's own spiritual path.
July 6, 2021
Modern Family's Creators: Jay 'Evolved' With America on Gay Rights
The conservative patriarch, played by Ed O'Neill, represented a "certain quadrant of our society" that has progressed in LGBTQ attitudes.
April 9, 2020
GLAAD Alters Name to Show Inclusion of Trans and Bi People
The organization announced it is formally dropping the 'Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation' from its name and will be known henceforth simply as GLAAD, the LGBT Media Advocacy Organization.
March 24, 2013
Sarah McBride is poised to be the first transgender member of Congress. Here's how she feels about it
She discussed her historic candidacy with The Advocate and her promise to advocate for her constituents.
June 24, 2024
House Votes to Clarify That LGBTQ+ People, Women Can be President
Dated federal language included the words "wife" and "widow" that assumed a male U.S. president.
June 23, 2022
Neither the U.S. nor Canada Are Edens for Trans People
Many look to the embrace of trans rights by Justin Trudeau as evidence of equality, but the truth is murkier.
August 14, 2017
Don’t Let Extremists Deny LGBTQ+ Students an Education
The executive director of Point Foundation discusses the affects of anti-LGBTQ+ laws on students who seek to continue their education.
June 14, 2023
Pride Month Saw Increase in Anti-LGBTQ+ Backlash: Report
As the LGBTQ+ community has become more accepted in American society, right-wing extremists have teamed up to target that community’s rights.
July 17, 2023
Yes, Republicans who vowed retribution are now admitting Project 2025 is real
Some of Donald Trump’s strongest supporters are celebrating that the far-right agenda will see the light of day.
November 7, 2024
Greece approves marriage equality
The approval came despite opposition from the Greek Orthodox Church and makes Greece the 16th country in the European Union with marriage equality.
February 15, 2024
Being Out at Work Makes You Better at Your Job
It's rarely easy or simple, but being fully out at work reaps countless benefits.
April 6, 2018
LGBTQ+ Victories Did Happen in 2023
Seeing the bright side in the fight for queer equality.
June 22, 2023