How the Supreme Court Ruling on October 8th Could Legalize LGBTQ Workplace Discrimination
“Should these nondiscrimination protections be struck down then LGBTQ people will no longer be protected by federal law against workplace discrimination.”
Here’s What 7 Youth Activists Want To See For Our Green New World
We interviewed seven youth activists at the first-ever United Nations Youth Climate Summit about their most optimistic visions for the future. This is what they have to say.
Booker and Warren Shine, Biden Grates at First-Ever GLAAD LGBTQ Forum
Last night, ten contenders for the Democratic nomination gathered in the First in the Nation caucus state for the LGBTQ Presidential Forum. Organized by One Iowa, The Gazette, The Advocate and GLAAD, the forum offered the most robust discussion of LGBT issues of the 2020 campaign thus far.
Democratic Debate 3: Maybe Civility Didn’t Win the Day, but Neither Did Biden
Let’s recap the highlights and lowlights for each candidate and talk about what we mean when we bring up “civility.”
The Mexplainer: A History of Anti-Brown Violence in the American Southwest
Latinxs are under attack. Since gringos first decided to manifest their destiny on our land, Latinx people in the United States have been forced to live under a regime of fear and degradation: White Supremacy.
Democratic Debate #2, Night Two: Frontrunners Falter, Booker Shines
Last night, the remaining ten qualified candidates for the Democratic nomination competed in their second debate of the 2020 campaign. Like the previous night’s debate, there were a lot of fireworks, with lower-tier candidates taking their last and best opportunity to bolster their standing in time to qualify for the third debate in September.
Democratic Debate #2, Night One: Warren and Sanders Stand Out Amidst the Midwestern Discourse
After 10 minutes of Superbowl-esque graphics and introductions and some performative patriotism, we got an hour of questions that came straight out of the GOP playbook.
12 Quotes About Freedom from Queer and Trans People of Color to Meditate on This Independence Day
Queer and trans people of color know more about the ugliness of America than most. But we’re still here. We’re still fighting for our liberation. Let us lift up those voices today.
Be The Change: We Are Our Own Legacy
The moral of this story is that despite this column very much aligning with the rise of the Trump administration, it’s never been about Trump.
Democratic Debate Night Two: Biden’s Loss Is Kamala Harris’s Gain
Biden floundered, and Harris was more than ready to make her move. Who even is Eric Swalwell?
Democratic Debate Night One: It’s Warren’s Debate, We’re Just Living In It
Warren’s standout performance, Castro’s defining moments, an emphasis on LGBT issues and the first-ever primary debate with more than one woman candidate.
Queer Latina Tiffany Cabán Shocks New York City, Makes History in Queens District Attorney Primary Victory
Queens, which has more residents than 17 U.S. states and is one of the most diverse population centers in the country, was inspired by Cabán’s vision of becoming a hub of restorative justice.
Georgia’s Abortion Ban Can’t Be Defeated Without Queer and Trans Black Women and Femmes
Queer and trans Black women and femmes have the blueprint to defeat Georgia’s abortion ban. Alyssa Milano… does not.
Be The Change: Music For the Revolution
How to use music to make your activist action 100% better! Plus some tips you maybe definitely haven’t thought of!
Taiwan Becomes the First Country in Asia to Legalize Marriage Equality
Once the rain finally stopped, Equal Love Taiwan snapped a photo of the clouds breaking open to reveal a literal rainbow. Gay couples will be able to begin getting married on May 24th!
Be The Change: Allies, Accomplices and Collective Liberation
What’s the difference between ally and accomplice? How can you use these terms to think about how you’re in solidarity with others?
Supreme Court Will Rule on Title VII and LGBT Workers, or Whether It’s Legal to Fire You for Being Gay
Today the Supreme Court announced it will be deciding on an interpretation of federal law Title VII, and specifically whether the law should be understood as supporting workplace protections for LGBT employees on the basis of their sexual orientation or trans status.
Queer Journalist and LGBT Rights Activist Lyra McKee Killed in a Terrorist Incident in Northern Ireland
“Lyra was a ball of energy, passion and wit. To know her even a little was an inspiration.”
Be The Change: The Art of the Ultimate Letter to the Editor
A letter to the editor can be an effective tactic to get the word out about an issue, show support for a bill, speak up about something in your community, or to get free publicity for your activist work!
Lori Lightfoot Makes Herstory as the Newly Elected Black Lesbian Mayor of Chicago
Tonight out lesbian Lori Lightfoot was elected as Mayor of Chicago, making her the first black woman and first openly LGBTQ+ person to hold the position. Still, local activists worry she may not lead a new progressive vision for the city.