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The North Face faces conservative boycott for sponsoring a queer summer camp (exclusive)

LGBTQ+ summer camp Brave Trails gave The Advocate its response to the backlash, maintaining that "the negative words from these hate groups won't stop the important work we do."

North Dakota to Face Lawsuit on Marriage Ban

The last state in the U.S. without marriage equality or litigation seeking to establish it is about to join the trend, as same-sex couples prepare to challenge North Dakota's antigay-marriage laws.

North Carolina’s Lt. Gov. faces backlash over anti-transgender remarks ahead of primaries

Republican Mark Robinson’s controversial stance on LGBTQ+ issues stirs national debate and concerns among advocates following the tragic death of Nex Benedict.

North Face Stands Up to Hate Over Pride Gear, Drag Queen Ad

The North Face's reaction to criticism of its collaboration with drag queen Pattie Gonia contrasts with that of some other companies.

N.C. Meets DOJ Deadline With Lawsuit Over HB 2

North Carolina faced the loss of billions of federal money for its bathroom law.

The Bush dodger returns

After almost two years of living with her Canadian partner in that gay-friendly nation just north of Buffalo, an American lesbian faces her own shame at not fighting back and decides to return to the U.S. of A.

Digital persecution of LGBTQ+ individuals in the MENA region

LGBTQ+ individuals in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region face imprisonment and violence for expressing their identities online, while major platforms like Meta fail to protect them. Human Rights Watch's Rasha Younes writes on how we can create safer digital spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals.

N.D. Gets a Mayor for Marriage Equality, May Get Lawsuit Soon

The attorney handling a marriage equality suit in South Dakota says one will come to the neighboring state shortly; meanwhile, the mayor of Thompson, N.D., is speaking out for equal marriage rights.

N.C. GOP Gets Transphobic to 'Stand With McCrory'

After facing backlash for passing a law eliminating all local protections against LGBT discrimination, legislators dig in their heels with a new website applauding the governor. 

'Bathroom Bill' Sponsor Wins North Carolina Congressional Seat

Dan Bishop, who as a state legislator took the lead on the infamous House Bill 2, defeated LGBTQ-friendly Democrat Dan McCready in a special election Tuesday.

Republican Rep. Lauren Boebert Dates Bar Owner Who's Hosted Drag Shows

Colorado bar proprietor Quinn Gallagher and Boebert were recently forced to leave a Denver theater because they were disturbing other patrons.

North Carolina's Virulently Anti-LGBTQ+ Lt. Gov. Runs for Governor

Republican Mark Robinson has called LGBTQ+ people "filth," "maggots," and "flies."

Why Is Business Sidelined for Amendment One?

Something is keeping a number of influential players in North Carolina on the sidelines as voters prepare to head to the polls this month to decide on Amendment One.

Bruce Springsteen 'Born to Run' From Bigotry

Springsteen does not have a hungry heart for bigotry, so he's not going to play North Carolina.

N.C. May Lose Federal Funding for Passing Anti-LGBT Bill

The state could lose billions of dollars in federal funding for schools, highways, and housing.

Oregon School District Accused of Discrimination Against LGBT Students

North Bend school officials are accused of, among other things, forced Bible readings and failure to address homophobic bullying.

The Advocate Interviewed Pat McCrory Before Protesters Yelled 'Shame'

Before being chased down by demonstrators, the anti-LGBT former governor of North Carolina addressed HB 2, protests against his "good friend" Mike Pence, and the possibility of working for Donald Trump.

Prison Guard Sentenced for Sexually Assaulting Trans Inmate

The transgender woman was in protective custody at the time of the attack.

Two Women Charged With Attacking Trans Woman in North Carolina

The women are accused of groping and verbally harassing the trans woman in a bar's restroom.

White House: Tenn. Anti-Trans Bill Is 'Mean-Spirited'

Speaking at a press conference, presidential spokesman Josh Earnest criticized transphobic laws that "seek to target and marginalize one small segment of the population."

The Secret Weapon Against Anti-LGBT Legislation

There will be more homophobic, transphobic bills unless we seize power ourselves, writes Charlotte councilwoman LaWana Mayfield.