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November 16, 2024

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He saw Republicans attacking schools. Now this gay teen is Utah’s youngest elected official

He wants to help improve schools, but is quick to emphasize he's far from naive.

STIs have decreased for the first time in decades, and the reasons might surprise you

The decreases were particularly noticeable among gay and bi men.

20 trans & nonbinary Election Night winners you need to know

These politicians are changing the game for trans people.

Keith Haring & Betty White get the “forever” treatment with new stamps

The two gay icons will be honored in 2025.

Dems stand up for trans people amid election loss blame game

One activist cautioned that anyone abandoning trans folks "will wear that decision like an albatross around their neck."

Jamie Lee Curtis pledges to fight for gay & trans people who are afraid over Donald Trump’s win

For all those who are afraid, "there will be those who will help you. Me included," the award-winning actress and ally wrote.

Staten Island St. Patrick’s Day Parade ends 60-year ban on LGBTQ+ groups

The Staten Island parade was long thought to be one of the only St. Patrick’s Day celebrations left in the world that still excluded LGBTQ+ people.

Filmmaker John Waters is raising money to help victims of Hurricane Helene

He's partnering with the daughter of queer horror icon Vincent Price to help raise money for those in need.

Judge rules in favor of two trans women who claimed military health plan was discriminatory

The historic ruling could make a big difference for many trans people.

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