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Ohio Republican could face disqualification under name change law aimed at trans candidates
Republican State Rep. Tex Fischer could be disqualified under the same law used to disqualify a transgender candidate, or even possibly removed from his seat.
Second transgender candidate in Ohio challenged over name disclosure law
The use of an obscure provision to target transgender candidates in Ohio raises concerns about election laws and discrimination.
Ohio transgender candidate is disqualified over obscure name change law
Because Vanessa Joy used her legal name and didn’t list her deadname on the petition, she is being removed from the ballot. Now, she's appealing the decision and is ready to challenge it in court.
Transgender candidate cleared to run in Ohio despite initial name disqualification
A law around name disclosures is being unevenly interpreted across state jurisdictions.
This Queer Rock Band's New Music Video Honors Sex Workers
"Hooker Homecoming" brings attention to a group often ridiculed and always marginalized.
Elton John fights LGBTQ+ discrimination with ‘Speak Up Sing Out’ campaign
The music icon is using his platform to uplift the LGBTQ+ community during Pride Month.
The Many LGBTQ+ Golden Globes Nods Unfortunately Include James Corden
The only actor nominated from The Prom was a head-scratcher. But there was much more representation to celebrate.
Music Makes the Bi People Come Together
For this activist, bisexual artists and their anthems make the community feel less dispersed.
Battle for the Black Vote
Organizers both for and against California's Proposition 8 are working to win over the state's population of black voters. Numbers show that the pulpit may have a heavy hand in helping voters decide, but marriage equality advocates are still going after this influential group.
Glenn Youngkin Strips LGBTQ+ Young People of Resources in Virginia
The Republican who claims to be all about parental rights continues to dismantle gains built by his two Democratic predecessors.
15 of Jodie Foster's lesser-known movies you should check out after her Emmy win
They are all worth a look.
Yellowjackets' Jasmin Savoy Brown & Liv Hewson on Their Homo Schedule
The real-life friends who played one of TV's most buzzed-about on-screen couples chat with The Advocate about their podcast that is at once a safe and silly queer space.
The Photos Floridians Have Been Waiting For
It's a rare instance of good news out of Florida as same-sex couples began marrying throughout Florida at midnight today.
More Than 50 of Our Favorite LGBTQ+ Moms
Our community's out moms could use some more visibility — and a big thank you too.
Karine Jean-Pierre hangs with ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars’ queens at iconic gay bar
The eight all-star cast members had a busy day at the monuments, the White House and with Karine Jean-Pierre at D.C.’s Little Gay Pub ahead of a screening of the season nine premiere of Drag Race All Stars.
Gus Kenworthy Trains for His Last Olympics — and Hollywood
The out Olympian is turning in his skis for a key to Tinseltown.
18 Self-Help Style Books LGBTQ Readers Will Love
Love yourself a little more by reading how these authors did it. You won't regret it.
17 New Books About LGBT Families
Don't miss this list of new must-read books written for, by, and about families like yours.
Frighteningly Fun Flix: Our Favorite Halloween Films
The Advocate staff picks our favorite scream-worthy films to screen during the most spooktacular time of the year.