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Groundbreaking Transgender Psychiatrist Jeanne Hoff Dead at 85

Hoff, who treated many LGBTQ+ patients, made a documentary about her own transition.

Controversial psychiatrist Charles Socarides dies at 83

Charles Socarides--a psychiatrist who came under heavy criticism for his belief that gay men and lesbians could be "treated" and turned straight--died Sunday in New York.

What's Missing From Clinton's DOMA Op-Ed?

The 42nd President of the United States says it's time to abolish the so-called Defense of Marriage Act, which he signed into law in 1996. But LGBT advocates say he's not telling the whole story.

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Richard Socarides: Coming Out to Dad
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WATCH: Joel Osteen Didn't Choose to Be Straight

The conservative pastor of a Houston megachurch told a CNN panel that he did not choose his sexual orientation, but that same-sex attraction is sinful.

Former NY Gov Eliot Spitzer Is Never Going Back to Chick Fil A

"I used to love Chick-Fil-A," Spitzer said. "Their sandwiches were great. Their lemonade was amazing. I'm never going back."

WATCH: Former White House Aide: Supreme Court Will Overturn DOMA

Richard Socarides, who was LGBT adviser to President Clinton, tells Eliot Spitzer there's reason for optimism.

WATCH Former President Clinton Advisor Says Obama Will Endorse Marriage Equality

A former adviser to President Clinton, Richard Socarides, told Michael Hastings, Michael Shure, and Tricia Rose on Current TV that he believes President Obama will come out in favor of marriage equality before August's Democratic National Convention.