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Laphonza Butler, first Black lesbian U.S. senator, steps down from office for Adam Schiff

She called on her colleagues to plant seeds of love and inclusivity.

California Sen. Laphonza Butler reads Audre Lorde in protest of GOP book banning

Butler, the first Black lesbian in the U.S. Senate, read an excerpt from Sister Outsider to her colleagues Thursday to make a point about the power of breaking silence.

'Butch' Women Bikers Unite to Defend Drag Story Hour Event

They stood firm against those who yelled and screamed at people trying to enjoy a story with with a drag queen.

Op-ed: How Mormons Evolved From Prop 8 to Pride

The tipping point for Mormon acceptance of LGBT people ignited with Prop 8 and continues on.

My First Trip Home for the Holidays as Myself

Sometimes, family isn't defined by blood. It's made through acts of support and solidarity, both large and small, as this trans man explains. 

IRS Awards Tax Exempt Status to Transphobic Lesbian-Run 'Pussy Church'

The cisgender women-only faith requires adherents to provide "evidence of a consistent lesbian life" to join.

Trump's One Cogent Thought of the Final Debate Involved LGBT Rights

Donald Trump failed to reverse his imploding campaign during Wednesday night's debate. The candidate did manage to bring up an important issue that Hillary Clinton will have to address after she's (likely) elected.

Former Mormon Bishop Says Queer Eye Changed His Mind on LGBT Equality

A former Mormon bishop says it was the Queer Eye for the Straight Guy crew that changed his mind, adding one more "make better" they didn't know about.

Op-ed: What I Didn't Learn in Catholic School

Comedian Cameron Esposito explains why comedy has become her new religion.

Black writers share their favorite books to honor Black History Month

Roxane Gay, Raquel Willis, and Dawnshaeé Reid open up about the importance of the Black literary legacy and impact of Black writers.

Op-ed: The Fox News That I Know

A lesbian Fox News contributor defends her network and bosses as allegations of homophobia by the news outlet gain traction.

Different for Girls: Top 5 Offbeat Lesbian Meccas

What's a girl to do once she's crossed off San Francisco, New York, West Hollywood, and Portland, and done the Dinah to death? It's time to trot to these off-radar, lesbian hotspots.

Christina up close

Christina Aguilera just released her big, bold Back to Basics. She's also managing her career, enjoying her marriage, and speaking up for her LGBT friends. A gay press exclusive with the 25-year-old superstar.

L.A. Dodgers Apologize, Reinvite the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence to Pride Night

It comes a week after the Dodgers caved to pressure to rescind a community award to the drag group.

L.A. Dodgers 'Remove' Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence From Pride Event

It's a major foul for the iconic baseball team.

Meet the L.A. Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence

The sisters were supposed to receive a community award at the Dodgers' Pride Night.

The Show Must Go On

A new literary collection highlights the ups and downs of a legendary queer road show.

31 LGBT Leaders From World History

These pharaohs, kings, queens, (and presidents!) ruled the ancient and modern worlds.

Gay California Rep. Robert Garcia Calls for Boycott of L.A. Dodgers Pride Night

The baseball team rescinded an honor to an LGBTQ+ group after conservative backlash.