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Quigley statement on International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia
Wednesday marks International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHOT), an annual day celebrated around the world by LGBT activists, allies, and human rights organizations, commemorating the anniversary of the the
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Caitlyn Jenner doesn't support Trumpcare, but not for the reasons you'd think
During an appearance on Larry King Now, Olympian and reality star Caitlyn Jenner said that President Donald Trump had in some ways disappointed her.
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At Liberty University, Trump pledges to protect Christians who 'preach what's in their hearts'
President Donald Trump on Saturday touted a recent executive order he signed that protects so-called religious freedom.
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Record number of Americans approve of gay relationships
A record number of American adults say the relationships of gay men and lesbians are morally acceptable, a new survey has found.
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Missouri Rep. Rick Brattin claims there's a 'distinction' between human beings and gays
A Republican representative from Missouri created controversy when he said from the Missouri House floor that there is a "distinction" between human beings and gay people.
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Longtime LGBTQ community supporter and former Governor Pat Quinn unveils portrait
After over two years since leaving office, former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn has finally unveiled his official portrait.
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New York will keep its ban on travel to North Carolina
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has reaffirmed his state's ban on taxpayer-funded travel to North Carolina.
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Adam Lambert calls Trump's first 100 days in office a 'mess'
Out singer Adam Lambert has criticized President Donald Trump's first 100 days in office.
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Debra Messing calls on Ivanka Trump to 'do right by her colorist'
Actress Debra Messing on Saturday called on Ivanka Trump to use her influence with her father to steer him toward greater acceptance of LGBT, immigrant and women's rights.
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Mark Green withdraws as Trump's Army Secretary nominee, cites 'false, misleading' attacks
Tennessee state Senator Mark Green, a Republican, on Friday withdrew his name from consideration as President Donald Trump's nominee to head the Army.
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Trump's 'religious freedom' order does not attack LGBT rights as expected
President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order that allows religious organizations to endorse political candidates.
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Hornet surveys users on France's presidential election
The gay app Hornet polls French gay men on France's presidential election. Findings indicate that men under 30 were more likely to vote for far-right party candidate Marine Le Pen than were those over 30.
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Human Rights Campaign condemns 'religious liberty' order
While the Trump administration is promoting its latest executive order on "religious liberty," one prominent LGBT-rights organization remains adamantly opposed.
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Trump expected to sign 'religious freedom' order Thursday
President Donald Trump is expected to sign a so-called religious freedom executive order at an event at the White House on Thursday.
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Pro-LGBT Republican to step down from Congress
One of the few pro-LGBT voices within the GOP is leaving Congress.
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GLAAD on Trump's first 100 days: No friend to LGBT community
GLAAD on Friday released a video criticizing President Donald Trump's first 100 days in office.
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Marco Rubio: U.S. needs to do more to help gay men being persecuted in Chechnya
From the Senate floor on Tuesday, Florida Senator Marco Rubio, a Republican, called on the U.S. to do more to help stop the persecution of gay men in Chechnya.
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NYT criticizes Trump's LGBT record
In an op-ed published Monday, the New York Times criticized President Donald Trump's record on LGBT rights.
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Nikki Haley condemns persecution of gay men in Chechnya
Nikki Haley, the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, on Monday condemned reports of police in Chechnya torturing and killing men suspected of being gay or bisexual.
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Gov. Robert Bentley, who said gay marriage harms children, faces impeachment over affair
Lawmakers in Alabama are moving ahead with impeachment hearings against Governor Robert Bentley after the Alabama Supreme Court gave the greenlight on Saturday.
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IL Women March on Springfield April 25 for progressive agenda, responsible budget
More than 50 organizations have joined a coalition to educate and organize around dozens of progressive bills being proposed in the Illinois House and Senate this session.
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Activists hold 'queer dance party' outside Ivanka Trump's house
LGBT activists on Saturday held a "queer dance party for climate justice" outside the home of Ivanka Trump.