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What does Donald Trump’s ‘shocking and devastating’ victory and a second term mean for the LGBTQ+ community?

America elected a man who promised to roll back the rights of transgender people.

How LGBTQ+ Candidates Can Win in Swing Districts

It's not only deep-blue areas that elect out candidates -- some have succeeded in purple districts, and more are seeking to join them.

LGBTQ+ People Are Running for School Board Seats in Historic Numbers

The number of out LGBTQ+ people running for school board seats has doubled since 2018.

LGBTQ+ History in the Making With Record Number of Out Candidates

A total of 1,008 out candidates are seeking political office this year, exceeding 2020's record.

Record Number of LGBTQ+ Delegates Make Voices Heard at Dem Convention

They come from a variety of backgrounds, and some even have personal stories to share about what may be the nation's next first family.

Trans Politician Danica Roem Faces Off Against Antigay Trump Follower

The trans Virginia legislator is running for reelection against Christopher Stone, who opposes marriage equality and wants more religious exemptions from pro-LGBTQ+ laws.

Yanked Ad Against Alex Morse Referenced 'Sex With College Students'

Many considered the American Working Families ad against gay congressional candidate homophobic and incendiary.

HRC Riffs on Donald Trump With 'Make America Gay Again' Cap

We don't know what Trump thinks of this, but it could make a clever holiday gift.

Wilton Manors Elects Florida's First All-LGBTQ Commission

The South Florida community made history in that state on Tuesday. 

Second transgender candidate in Ohio challenged over name disclosure law

The use of an obscure provision to target transgender candidates in Ohio raises concerns about election laws and discrimination.

First Trans Member of DNC Barbra 'Babs' Siperstein Dies at 76

Just two days before her passing, the Babs Siperstein Law, allowing trans people to change gender identity without proof of surgery, went into effect in New Jersey.

Is Calling a Gay Candidate 'Weak' a Homophobic Dog Whistle?

Supporters of Congressional candidate Chris Pappas say fellow Democrat Maura Sullivan was weaponizing homophobia when she implied he's stereotypically weak.

Mixed Results for LGBTQ+ Pols in Pennsylvania Primary — Plus a First

State Reps. Malcolm Kenyatta and Brian Sims didn't win bids for higher office, but Kenyatta will stay in the legislature and may be joined by the state's first nonbinary lawmaker.

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Dems Investigating Motivation for Salacious Charges Against Gay Mayor

Accusations emerged of an orchestrated campaign against the Massachusetts politician, who is running for Congress.

Antigay Dog Whistles Wrongly Insinuate Gay Mayor Engaged in Pedophilia

Holyoke, Mass., Mayor Alex Morse is under investigation for relationships with college students, but a council member refers to "sexual activities with teenagers."

Why Out Candidate Alex Morse Is Challenging a Powerful Incumbent

Morse, running in the First Congressional District in Massachusetts, talks to The Advocate about how he differs from fellow Democrat Richard Neal.

Louisiana is the only state that's never had an out LGBTQ+ state legislator. Here's why

Queer statehouse candidates in Louisiana say running for office was 'traumatic.'