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Pulse Foundation Dissolved as Florida County Scrutinizes Its Financials

The onePulse Foundation formed shortly after the shooting at the Orlando gay club, the deadliest attack on LGBTQ+ people in U.S. history. Now, the foundation's financials are being questioned by local authorities.

Kamala Harris Gives Fiery Speech About Florida Whitewashing History of Slavery

“To debate whether enslaved people benefited from slavery — are you kidding me?” she said.

James Roesener Is First Trans Man Elected to State Legislature in U.S.

There are only six out trans men in elected office across the country.

Will Fox Punish Bill O'Reilly for Racist Revisionist History?

Bill O'Reilly put his foot in his mouth again while blasting Michelle Obama's convention speech, causing some to say he's defending slavery. 

Out Candidates See Groundbreaking Wins in Connecticut, Minnesota

A Black gay man stands to become Connecticut's treasurer, while Black and transgender women had breakthroughs in Minnesota.

On Pulse Anniversary, a Call for LGBTQ+ Support for Gun Reform

LGBTQ+ and gun safety groups join to point out how gun violence affects our community and how we can address it.

It's a Sin's Creator, Star, and HIV Activists on the Show's Impact

Russell T Davies, Omari Douglas, True Colors' Twiggy Pucci Garcon, the CDC's Dr. Demetre Daskalakis, and more discuss storytelling in eradicating stigma. 

Petition: Give Trans Pioneer Marsha P. Johnson a National Holiday

A petition is asking for formal recognition of the late Stonewall veteran on her birthday.

Pauli Murray Will Be First Black Queer Person on U.S. Currency

The nonbinary civil rights activist, lawyer, poet, and priest will appear on a quarter.

The U.S. Owes African-Americans Reparations, Says U.N. Report

A report from the United Nations Working Group outlines the many ways African-Americans have suffered because of racism, white supremacy, and Afrophobia.

LGBT Activist Mariela Castro Allegedly Denied Entry by U.S.

After years of pushing for greater LGBT rights, Cuba's Mariela Castro was to be honored by Equality Forum.

The Advocates Podcast: From Out Actress to Cat Savior

The star of queer fare like And Then Came Lola and Dante's Cove, Jill Bennett, discusses her transition from acting to becoming a cat adoption specialist. 

Man Arrested for Causing Anthrax Scare at NYC Gay Bar

Ameen Keshavjee is accused of sending a letter with an unknown powder, among other threats, after being banned from Nowhere Bar.

Meet The 2022 Advocate People of the Year Honorees

LGBTQ+ heroes like Dot-Marie Jones and Mrs. Kasha Davis share what The Advocate means to them while they’re honored at the annual People of the Year Luncheon.

Kyrsten Sinema added to the Mount Rushmore of LGBTQ+ losers

She joins Navratilova, Jenner, Grenell, and Santos; however, Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, and Roosevelt this lot is not.

Sarah McBride wins Delaware U.S. House seat, becoming the first out trans member of Congress

Democrat Sarah McBride has beaten Republican John Whalen for Delaware's sole seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, making history.

Pop Star Kim Petras to Headline WorldPride’s Epic Concert

The first out trans woman to top the charts globally will star in the closing concert.

Trans/Nonbinary Candidate Has Historic Primary Win in Pennsylvania

Tyler Titus has won the Democratic primary for Erie County executive, and a win in the general election would make them the first out trans person in such a post in the nation.

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You won't believe the meaning of The Rock's beige handkerchief in 'GQ' cover

Dwayne Johnson wore a beige handkerchief in his back pocket – here's what that means in the Hanky Code.

Sarah McBride is poised to be the first transgender member of Congress. Here's how she feels about it

She discussed her historic candidacy with The Advocate and her promise to advocate for her constituents.