New Doc Chronicles the Inspiring Story of Gay Politician Malcolm Kenyatta
Al Roker executive produced Kenyatta: Do Not Wait Your Turn, a film that examines Malcolm Kenyatta's political rise.
March 24, 2023
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Kyrsten Sinema Calls for Bridging Divides in Victory Speech
The U.S. senator-elect from Arizona also paid tribute to a predecessor, the late John McCain.
November 13, 2018
Fox News Ignores Gay Issues
Fox News ignores marriage equality victories in Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, and Washington as well as the historic election of Rep. Tammy Baldwin to the U.S. Senate.
November 16, 2012
Tammy Baldwin wins reelection to U.S. Senate and will be the only LGBTQ+ member
Baldwin prevailed in a tight race against Republican Eric Hovde.
November 6, 2024
Our 2024 LGBTQ+ voter guide: What to know about candidates, how to vote and more
Here are the candidates running for Congress and judicial office on November 5.
October 10, 2024
Ruben Gallego Leads Kyrsten Sinema, GOPers in Arizona U.S. Senate Poll
With Sinema proving a disappointment to liberals, Gallego is challenging her.
February 16, 2023
Former U.S. Sen. Joe Lieberman, champion of 'don't ask, don't tell' repeal, dead at 82
Lieberman, who was Al Gore's running mate in 2000, leaves a largely pro-LGBTQ+ record.
March 27, 2024
Could This Be the First Out Gay Man Elected to the U.S. Senate?
Former diplomat Dan Baer, who just landed an endorsement from the Victory Fund, hopes to unseat Colorado's Cory Gardner.
July 8, 2019
Wisconsin Picks Tommy Thompson to Face Tammy Baldwin
The Republican nominee will run against Tammy Baldwin, who could become the first openly gay person elected to the U.S. Senate.
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August 15, 2012
No Gay Angle to Sharrons Agenda
Sharron Angle of Nevada would be detrimental to gay people across the country if she wins the state's November U.S. Senate election against Majority Leader Harry Reid, gay and lesbian political leaders said.
August 19, 2010
Will an LGBTQ+ Californian Succeed Kamala Harris in the U.S. Senate?
Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia was said to be on the shortlist, while California Senate leader Toni Atkins was mentioned earlier
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December 22, 2020
GOProud Endorses Tommy Thompson Against Tammy Baldwin
"The voters of Wisconsin need to ask themselves whether or not they want to send a woman to the Senate who has a voting record to the left of Nancy Pelosi," said the group.
August 22, 2012
Doug Jones Certified as Alabama Senator Despite Roy Moore's Call for New Election
Moore had filed a complaint late Wednesday alleging voter fraud, with support from "experts" including a Holocaust denier.
December 28, 2017
Out Sen. Tammy Baldwin to face anti-LGBTQ+, anti-choice GOPer Eric Hovde in November
Both won their primaries in Wisconsin Tuesday.
August 14, 2024
Sen. Tammy Baldwin Looks Back On Being 'The First' Throughout Career
Senator Baldwin is the first out LGBTQ+ person elected to the U.S. Senate.
October 5, 2021
Wisconsin Elects Second Out Congressional Rep in Mark Pocan
Pocan succeeds Tammy Baldwin, who tonight was elected to the U.S. Senate.
November 6, 2012
Why Roy Moore Is a Dangerous Candidate and Would Be a Terrible Senator
The deeply anti-LGBT former Alabama Supreme Court chief justice would be a disaster for the nation if he's elected to the U.S. Senate.
September 28, 2017
The Advocate ranked the 25 most important queer history moments of the century so far
From the good and the bad, from marriage equality, decriminalization of queer sex, and groundbreaking electoral victories to the Pulse massacre and the unfortunate election of Donald Trump to the presidency — twice — here are the biggest queer news events of the first quarter of the 21st century.
December 23, 2024
GOP Picks Anti-LGBTQ Leah Vukmir to Face Tammy Baldwin in Wisconsin
Vukmir, an evangelical Christian with a record of working against LGBTQ safety and equality, will run against the state's lesbian incumbent senator.
August 15, 2018
Senate's Whip Count for Marriage Equality Just Got Better
Angus King, the popular former governor, will replace retiring Republican moderate Olympia Snowe.
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