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Trump

Despite Trump's rhetoric, marriage equality wins big at the ballot box

Voters in California, Colorado, and Hawaii resoundingly affirm love over hate.

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Politics

The uncertain fate of the LGBTQ+ community following Trump's 'shocking and devastating' win

America elected a man who promised to roll back the rights of transgender people.

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Politics

Texas lesbian Julie Johnson is the first LGBTQ+ person EVER elected to Congress from the South

“Julie is an experienced and tested leader who will bring an important voice to Washington. Her fearless advocacy has improved the lives of all Texans," said LGBTQ+ Victory Fund President and CEO Annise Parker.

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Voices

How the queer in me found love in Halloween's witchy embrace

Writer Antonio Pagliarulo never imagined finding himself fully home in this holiday of mischief, magic, and make-believe.

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Interviews

Out and About with Jeff Hiller: LGBTQ+ travel and more

From stage to screen, the actor talks about his fall traditions, favorite NYC spots, and the final season of Somebody Somewhere.

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Film

Al Pacino donated 'Cruising' paycheck because movie was 'exploitative'

The Godfather actor "just wanted one positive thing to come out of" the role, he revealed in his memoir Sonny Boy.

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Voices

Angelica Ross is back—breaking barriers and building the future with TransTech

At a time when doors are closing to marginalized voices, Ross is on a mission to break them down and build something for the trans community.

Hollywood's boldest prosthetic moments: 10 actors who bared it all (sort of)
Television

10 hot actors with totally fake poles on screen

At least they fulfilled some of our fantasies.

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halloween

Join Halloween New Orleans in America’s most haunted city and support Project Lazarus

The perfect excuse to get in costume and party with a purpose.

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Politics

Mixed politics: CA Gov. Gavin Newsom signs, vetoes LGBTQ+ legislation

Here's everything you need to know about the bills, their authors, and Newsom's actions in recent weeks.

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Television

Do tell: 'Wynonna Earp's queer stars & creator talk hot sex & evolving identities

Wynonna Earp: Vengeance stars Dominique Provost-Chalkley and Kat Barrell and creator Emily Andras chat with The Advocate about the show's progressive identities and putting an end to lesbian bed death.

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Voices

Coming out, in their own words: 14 stories of pride and courage

On National Coming Out Day, like every day, we stand with our staff, our partners, and our audience to support you and celebrate the beautiful diversity of our community.

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News & Opinion

Milton, please spare the Don Cesar, the pink palace that holds bitter-sweet memories for this gay man

John Casey writes that he first visited St. Petersburg's historic hotel as a teen struggling mightily with my sexuality, but he returned as an out gay man to a same-sex wedding.

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LGBTQ+ community is ‘of the devil’ says GOP homophobe

The State Library Board member and former state senator proudly took ownership of the sermon in a later post to social media.

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Crime

Detroit teen faces adult charges in gay dating app murder

The 17-year-old has been charged with first-degree murder, felony murder, and unlawful driving away of an automobile.

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Politics

Gaetz joins gay GOP 'traitors' at Trump event

"Pennsylvania deserves better than this parade of self-serving traitors,” Brian Sims tells The Advocate of Gaetz and the Log Cabin Republicans.

Ban this! Celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month with these 7 books

Ban this! Celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month with these 7 books

From intimate memoirs to gripping novels, these reads offer a roadmap through LGBTQ+ history and self-acceptance.

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Politics

NC's Mark Robinson is not alone in the GOP pig pen

You can't put lipstick on this pig as Robinson wallows in the filth of his own making.

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Out100 | Voices

The bisexual comedy queen who is unfiltered, unstoppable, and always ahead of the curve

From the comedy stage to starring in hit shows like Roseanne and Pose, Sandra Bernhard reflects on her work and being part of the inaugural Out100 list.