LGBT Pride
The latest news on Pride, an annual recognition occuring every June of LGBTQ people and their history. A rainbow flag is often the symbol of the marches and festivities, the exact date of Pride differs city by city. Most locations time their Pride festivities for the last weekend in June to coincide with the anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall riots, when LGBTQ people stood up to police brutality at New York's Stonewall bar.
Franklin Graham Lashes Out at Pope Over Call for Same-Sex Civil Unions
Graham, a prominent evangelical leader, criticized the pope's comments about legal recognition of LGBTQ partnerships in a lengthy Facebook post.
Florida Teacher Fired From Adventist School For Being Gay
Steven Arauz was dismissed from his $49,000-a-year position at Forest Lake Education Center shortly after featuring in an article published by online news site Gays With Kids.
Debate: Do Transgender Athletes Threaten Women's Sports?
Abigail Shrier debates Juliet Jacques.
Transgender Athletes Do Not Threaten Women's Sports
The IOC, and other sporting bodies that take the IOC's lead, should continue to assess on a case-by-case basis, and perhaps draw up firmer guidelines where necessary. But there is a bigger picture, a deeper ethos to consider.
The Transgender Threat to Women's Sports
The only other option comes with too steep a price. To force young women to compete with male-bodied athletes will bring about the collapse of women's sports.
What Tiffany Trump Said At Pride Event For Her Dad's Re-election
"I have friends of mine who reach out and they say how could you support your father, we know your best friends are gay," the youngest Trump daughter said at the Florida event.
Joe Biden Faces Christian Backlash Over Transgender Children Remark
Biden's stance on transgender rights have irked some conservatives, but rights groups have praised his commitment to enacting protections for the community.
What Joe Biden Said About Transgender Children During Town Hall
Biden said that as president he would protect LGBTQ+ rights and would "flat-out just change the law."
Texas Social Workers Can Refuse LGBT and Disabled Clients Under New Rule
A Texas state board reportedly delivered a unanimous vote this week that altered rules to allow for social workers to refuse service to clients based on their LGBTQ status or disability.
Right-wing Activist Tells Gay Dad Sexuality Causes Child 'Emotional Damage'
A member of New Zealand's New Conservative Party clashed with parenting influencers, Christian Newman and Mark Edwards.
Netflix Faces Criticism After Canceling Shows That Promoted Diversity
The streaming service has been attacked on social media in recent days after people realize many shows recently dropped starred women, POC, or members of the LGBTQ+ community.
VP Debate Marks Second Election Pence Was Not Asked About LGBTQ Rights
Advocacy groups called it a "disservice" that moderator Susan Page failed to bring up Vice President Mike Pence's anti-LGBTQ record.
Egyptian Police Using Social Media to Trap and Rape Suspected LGBTQ People
One woman, given a forced anal and vaginal examination by the police, said it was so painful that she "bled for three days and could not walk for weeks" afterward.
Thomas, Alito Suggest Supreme Court Should 'Fix' Ruling on Gay Marriage
"Two justices now openly call for an end to marriage equality—knowing reinforcements are on the way," Pete Buttigieg tweeted.
Netflix's 'Boys in the Band' Creator Discusses His Groundbreaking Play
Mart Crowley talks about his landmark 1968 play "Boys in the Band," which went from a succès de scandale to mainstream entertainment.
Landon Donovan's Team Walks off Field after Alleged Homophobic Slur
San Diego Loyal's midfielder Collin Martin was allegedly the subject of a homophobic slur from Phoenix Rising midfielder Junior Flemmings.
George Takei Slams Eric Trump After 'Part of the LGBT Community' Remarks
"I might think I know what a 'tight end' and a 'wide receiver' are, but I would be sorely mistaken," he joked on Twitter.
What Eddie Redmayne Said About J.K. Rowling Transphobia Issue
Eddie Redmayne has condemned what he calls the "vitriol" directed at J.K. Rowling over her transphobic views.
Idaho Being Sued For Anti-Gay 'Crimes Against Nature' Law
Idaho is being sued for continuing to enforce a "crimes against nature" law that was used to criminalize consensual gay sex.
ACLU Must Decide Whether to Oppose an Amy Coney Barrett SCOTUS Nomination
The ACLU, which has opposed only four Supreme Court nominees in its 100-year history, may come out against its first non-white male nominee should U.S. Circuit Court Judge Amy Coney Barrett remain at the top of President Donald Trump's list of potential nominees.
J.K. Rowling Still Stirring Transphobic Controversy
The "Harry Potter" author continues to provoke with a new photo promoting merchandise from a company that has been criticized for being exclusionary toward the trans community.
Who Was Robert Galbraith Heath?
The scientist is most well-known for his studies into schizophrenia and gay conversion therapy.
Judge Appointed to Florida Supreme Court Omitted Ties to Anti-LGBT Group
Jamie R. Grosshans has ties to the powerful Alliance Defending Freedom, whose backers include senior officials in the Trump administration.
J.K. Rowling Book Burning Videos Are Spreading Like Wildfire Across TikTok
"While the reader's perspective is an important part of interpretation and meaning, it is impossible to completely divorce a work from its creator," a TikTok creator said in a video while burning "Harry Potter" books.
Gay Democrat Wins Against Rival Who Attacked Him for Performing in Drag
Eric Morrison claimed 61 percent of the vote in Tuesday's poll over fellow Democrat, Rep. Earl Jacques.
JK Rowling's New Book Is Being Accused of Transphobia—And Hagrid Is Not the
Rowling's latest novel under the "Robert Galbraith" name features a male serial killer who wears a dress to kill his female victims. Amidst all the controversy surrounding Rowling's comments about trans-people, actor Robbie Coltrane has come to her defense.
Most LGBTQs Vote Democratic, New Poll Shows 45% of Queer Men Backing Trump
Nearly 10 percent of the U.S. queer men who said they "do not support [Trump] at all" said that they will vote for him regardless.
Feds Lift Texas Airport's Ban of Chick-fil-A, Then This Happened
Chick-fil-A is unlikely to open a restaurant at the San Antonio International Airport any time soon, despite a Monday announcement from the FAA that a sanction had been lifted.
Ronald McDonald and Burger King Mascot Share Kiss in 'Love Conquers All' Ad
The Finnish campaign comes as Burger King is the official partner for Helsinki Pride.
Texas to Promote Abstinence, Avoid LGBTQ in 1st Sex Ed Update Since 1997
Texas schools are not required to teach any form of sexual education, but those that opt-in will be required to promote abstinence-only guidelines as well as a complete evasion of any LGBTQ discussion.
