An interview with Geoffrey MakThe post Queer writer reflects on assault, drug use, more in Mean Boys appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rights, Gay News.

Our LGBTQIA2S+ community has risen again and again to meet moments that have challenged our rights, our humanity, and our freedom. Today is no different. Ours is a long history of never backing down from a fight for our rights. United in our strength, during the most difficult of times, we have pushed forward and achieved significant progress across the decades. From the early day...

Non-profit organisation GLAAD has urged the LGBTQ+ community to see Donald Trumps re-election as “another catalyst for change” in the wake of the 2024 US election. President-Elect Trump won the US election, marking a return to the White House for himself and the Republican Party. Trump, who had already declared victory over Vice President Kamala […]The post

Once considered a safe haven, West African nation's LGBTQ+ citizens says they are now afraid to be seen in public

New Yorkers passed an Equal Rights Amendment, Prop 1, to defend abortion and LGBTQ+ rights in the state. Despite President-Elect Donald Trump winning the 2024 US Election, New Yorkers voted for Proposition 1 on the other side of their ballot to ensure that abortion rights and other civil rights are enshrined in the states constitution. […]The post

Crisis hotlines catering to LGBTQ+ youths and adults have seen a staggering uptick in calls from people distressed over Donald Trumps election victory.

The nation’s rightward shift and the return of Donald Trump to the presidency were not the only headlines on election night in America. Exit polls revealed the voting patterns of LGBTQ Americans, there were historic firsts in Congressional contests, and several states voted on ballot initiatives pertaining to same-sex marriage and discrimination protections. …

There were some notable victories for LGBTQ+ candidates and causes in Tuesdays election, despite the devastating results that saw Donald Trump win the presidency and Republicans take control of the U.S. Senate and possibly the House of Representatives.

Need a boost to get over Hump Day, orthis week in particulara momentary break from the despair? The Hot Sheet is Queertys midweek pop culture catch-up, highlighting the entertainment stories everyones talking about, the ones you mightve missed, and the notable LGBTQ+ film & TV releases in the days ahead. Heres ever...

Vice president spoke after she conceded to incoming president The post Kamala Harris addresses country after Trump victory appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rights, Gay News.

As many LGBTQ people and political activists express fears over a second Donald Trump term in the presidency, some think fleeing the country may be the safest option for their families. There are many options for those hearing Trump's promise fo...

Ours is a long history of never backing down from a fight for our rights The post A message from organizations committed to advancing LGBTQ freedom beyond the 2024 elections appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, P...

"I am honored to make history tonight."The post Aime Wichtendahl becomes Iowa’s first trans legislator appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rights, Gay News.

Democrat Tammy Baldwin has won election to a third term as a U.S. senator from Wisconsin, and she will be the only LGBTQ+ member left in the Senate.

Queer people backed Harris by overwhelming margin The post LGBTQ voters moved away from Trump as other Americans embraced him appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rights, Gay News....

Donald Trump blew out Kamala Harris, and Republicans also won the Senate. The entire country shifted rightward, almost regardless of demographic or location, and it was pretty discouraging. With a map like the following, its challenging for Democrats or any left-leaning person to find sources of optimism. Thats especially the case for those concerned about LGBTQ+ rights, considerin...

Much of the country went to bed on Nov. 5 not knowing which candidates would win in both local and national elections. Many of the races were too close to call until the early morning hours but some still havent been decided by presstime. Many of the results have been tallied though with results […]The post

LGBTQ voters shifted away from President-elect Trump at the polls, casting their ballots overwhelmingly for Vice President Harris and in higher numbers than for President Biden in 2020, according to exit polls. Eighty-six percent of voters self-identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender voted for Harris in Tuesdays presidential election, according to an NBC News...

"I vehemently disagree with the decision Americans made," Joy Behar said.