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‘Drag Race’ struggles: Salina EsTitties shares the reality behind the glamour

Ricky Cornish learns it's getting increasingly tough for these performers to book gigs.

Illinois School May Back Out of Trans Locker Room Agreement

Just a few days after an Illinois school district announced it would settle a federal transgender discrimination lawsuit, a war of words has sparked new tensions.

Why California's Ban on Travel to N.C. Remains in Effect

The nation's largest state will not abide by discrimination, Assemblyman Evan Low writes.

Looking For A Little Moderation

As the epic battle for the Democratic nomination grows ever nastier, average voters have a role to play in holding the party together.

Ronna McDaniel, tied up by her Trump lies, drowns in an aquarium of her own making

McDaniel, hired and quickly fired by NBC, couldn't work any magic tricks to fit in.

Dreaming of Testosterone

Writer and public health consultant Willy Wilkinson shares a searing excerpt from his new memoir, Born on the Edge of Race and Gender.

The Stories Behind #DayinLGBT

Pictures tell a thousand words, but words paint a whole different picture. We asked our editors and writers to share their #DayinLGBT in written form.

No smoke and mirrors

At the tender age of 22, Jeff Jordan is leading a company that tries to show gay men they can be fabulous and rebellious without cigarettes

Ryan Andresen Rejected as Eagle Scout Because He Is Gay

Andresen has received an official no from the BSA.

Fall entertainment previews: Books

We interrupt our usual Reviews section to bring you a roundup of this fall's arts menu.

In the Cake Case, LGBT People of Color Have the Most to Lose

Candace Bond-Theriault asks, "Is a business refusing me service because I am queer, or is it because I am a woman, or is it because of the color of my skin?"

Cis Woman Mistaken as Transgender Records Being Berated in Bathroom

She stayed cool, calm, and collected as she recorded a stranger's demand that she identify her gender.

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Erasure is Back With a New Album and a Still Sexy Gay Rock Star

Their music was the voice of an LGBT generation, now the band has their 16th album, new loves, and a world tour. Andy Bell, the gay member of the two-man band, talks about music, life, and dating drama.

In the Galleries: 'Tease'

Jan Rattia's photographs explore issues of masculinity and outward expression via portraiture of dancers.

Couple Takes on Trump Admin in Foster Care Discrimination Suit

Fatma Marouf and Bryn Esplin sued after turned away by a Catholic foster care agency that receives federal funds because they didn't "mirror the Holy Family." 

Pope Calls Same-Sex Marriage a 'Threat' to the Family

The pontiff's mixed record on LGBT issues got dicier with his remarks in Manila today.

GOP Sen. Markwayne Mullin attacks Pete Buttigieg & Rachel Levine in defending Trump’s AG pick, Matt Gaetz

The Oklahoma U.S. senator accused the media and Joe Biden’s team of not scrutinizing LGBTQ+ members of the administration.

The Girther Movement Isn't About Fat-Shaming (Mostly)

Trump's relentless lies are the main issue here, writes Dana Goldberg.

Pope Benedict, aka 'God’s Rottweiler,' Seethed at Queers

Benedict's legacy won't be his resignation, rather his indignation towards the LGBTQ+ community's health, well-being, and marriages.