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Biden Delivers Energetic, Economy-Focused State of the Union Address

He did get in a pitch for the Equality Act, though, and shout-outs to transgender youth and marriage equality.

To Maintain the Safety Net for LGBTQ Elders, We Must Vote

We can help prevent the gutting of Social Security, Medicare, and other programs vital to our elders, writes Michael Adams of SAGE.

How a Federal Government Shutdown Will and Won't Affect You

As House Republicans continue to dither and blockade, here's what to expect.

Biden clinches presidential nomination, warns of danger posed by Trump

President Biden clinched his nomination for a second term with a victory in the Georgia Democratic primary.

Married Same-Sex Couples Can Now Apply for Medicare

The federal government announced new rules for Medicare today, in its continued implementation of last year's Supreme Court ruling on marriage recognition.

Speaker Mike Johnson Roundly Condemned by LGBTQ+ Groups, Biden Campaign, and Democrats

There's much backlash to the election of U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson, a homophobe, transphobe, and election denier as speaker of the House.

Trump's State of the Union Full of Lies, and Pelosi Rips It

The speaker of the House made clear what she thought of Trump's address.

Here’s what we know about how Trump will tackle these major issues

Though there are still many unknowns, here is what we know so far about how a second Trump term will approach reproductive rights, LGBTQ+ rights, the economy, education, immigration, and aging and disability care.

Trump Budget Would Harm the Neediest LGBTQ Americans

The budget also flies in the face of his pledge to end the HIV epidemic by 2030.

Trans Rights Will Not Be Falling Into the Abyss

Shannon Minter of the National Center for Lesbian Rights sees the future and doesn't see only doom and gloom.

Protests Have to Be for Something

We have a lot more to say than "not my president."

Social Security: An Imperative Issue for Same-Sex Couples

A town hall meeting will educate same-sex couples on all their new rights.

DEBATE: Prime-Time Event Mostly on Economy, But LGBT Issues Come Up

Ben Carson gets quizzed on being a board member for LGBT-friendly Costco; others tout 'family values' cred, denounce Democrats and the media.

Paul Ryan Calls Mitt Romney a Defender of Marriage

The vice-presidential nominee said that Romney is "not only a defender of marriage, he offers an example of marriage at its best."

Op-ed: Love, Marriage, and Retirement

Another benefit to marriage equality? Tools to help make retirement planning a bit easier.

President Obama and First Lady Used in Marriage Equality Radio Ad

Illinois Unites for Marriage Equality is running an ad on black radio stations featuring pro-gay marriage sound bites from both the president and First Lady Michelle Obama.

This Is How a Supposedly Radical Lesbian Wins in Congress

Tammy Baldwin was called a "radical lesbian" in her quest for a seat in the U.S. Senate. Turns out Wisconsin voters didn't take the bait.

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DEM DEBATE: Some Clinton-Sanders Clashes, But Agreement on Much

There's some contention about health care plans and Wall Street regulation.

Kamala Harris rides wave of Democratic energy at kickoff event in Wisconsin

“Let’s also make no mistake: this campaign is not just about us versus Donald Trump. This campaign is about who we fight for,” Harris said.