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JD Vance once trashed a lesbian teachers' union president as a childless indoctrinator brainwashing kids

“If she wants to brainwash and destroy the minds of children, she should have some of her own and leave ours the hell alone,” Vance said of Randi Weingarten, who is a stepmother.

How Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum Kept the Faith in 2021

The liberal lesbian who is one of The Advocate's People of the Year says she is honored to serve on the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom.

Biden Nominates Lesbian Rabbi to Religious Freedom Commission

Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum, leader of LGBTQ-focused Congregation Beit Simchat Torah, provides a contrast to Donald Trump's homophobic appointees.

Signs of Faith, God Hates Hate

Many have argued people should ignore the members of Westboro Baptist Church because "they are fringe." But Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum says the hate that fuels those "fringe" people can lead to murder.

Robert Garcia Responds to Majorie Taylor Greene's Homophobia With Resolution Honoring All Families

The resolution is a direct response to Marjorie Taylor Greene's comments that a lesbian union leader and stepmother is not really a mother.

Marjorie Taylor Greene Says Lesbian Union Leader Is Not Really a Mother

Greene attacked Randi Weingarten during a congressional hearing Wednesday and again claimed remote learning turned kids transgender.

Religious groups lead NYC pride parade

Religious groups led New York City's gay pride parade on Sunday, lending gravity to an often outrageous event that also featured a jumble of drag queens in feather boas, marching bands, motorcycle-riding lesbians, rugby players, and samba dancers.

Pioneering Lesbian Activist Connie Kurtz Dies at 81

Kurtz was an activist for decades, suing the NYC Board of Education for domestic-partner benefits, cofounding chapters of PFLAG, and advocating for LGBT elders. 

Celebrating King's legacy

It's time to think deeply about racism and its roots--to think about what it would take to make a meaningful restitution to those affected by slavery

Urvashi Vaid, Legendary Activist for LGBTQ+ Civil Rights, Dies at 63

Vaid was a leader in several LGBTQ+ and other social justice organizations as well as an award-winning author.

How Madonna Brought Two New Yorkers Wedding Bliss

Toby and Brian share memories of a proposal in Europe and marriage on the New York stage.

PHOTOS: The Moving History of a Gay Jewish Congregation

The book Changing Lives, Making History: Congregation Beit Simchat Torah is a testament to LGBT love, spirituality, and persistence.

James Williams, American Gay Activist Working in India, Dies of COVID

Williams had pitched TV shows to producers in India in hopes of improving LGBTQ+ representation in the nation.