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New book looks beyond 'Mr. March on Washington' to the real Bayard Rustin

“Bayard Rustin: A Legacy of Protest and Politics” honors the gay civil rights activist’s relentless pursuit of truth by casting a critical eye on his life and work.
Bayard Rustin
Bayard Rustin
2d ago

Montana judge blocks enforcement of law to ban gender-affirming medical care for minors

The law sought to prohibit the use of puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones and surgical treatments for gender dysphoria.
Transgender rights activists in Missoula, Mont., on May 3, 2023.
Transgender rights activists in Missoula, Mont., on May 3, 2023.

Federal judge declares Texas drag law unconstitutional

In a 56-page ruling, the judge said the law is an "unconstitutional restriction on speech."
Drag Storytime Held In Austin In Honor Of Pride Month
Drag Storytime Held In Austin In Honor Of Pride Month
3d ago

Two men in P.R. plead guilty to federal hate crime involving slain transgender woman

The men were accused of threatening and using a paintball gun to shoot at the victim, who was later found dead from bullet wounds. No one has been charged in the killing.
Neulisa Luciano Ruiz, also known as Alexa.
Neulisa Luciano Ruiz, also known as Alexa.

Jonathan Van Ness breaks down in tears while discussing trans rights on Dax Shepard's podcast

Van Ness told the "Armchair Expert" host they “could just cry” because of how exhausted they are from having to fight for trans kids who “just wanted to be included.”
Jonathan Van Ness and Dax Shepard.
Jonathan Van Ness and Dax Shepard.

California governor signs law barring schoolbook bans based on racial and LGBTQ teachings

The topic of banning and censoring books has become a political flashpoint, cropping up in states around the country.
Image: Clinton Global Initiative September 2023 Meeting - Day 1
Image: Clinton Global Initiative September 2023 Meeting - Day 1
4d ago

Donatella Versace speaks out against Italy's anti-LGBTQ policies

“Here in Italy, it has never been more important for us to champion minorities’ voices,” the Italian fashion maven said during Milan Fashion Week.
Donatella Versace in New York on Dec. 2, 2018.
Donatella Versace in New York on Dec. 2, 2018.
4d ago

Police respond to a bomb threat at a Utah bookstore ahead of drag event

Tara Lipsyncki, a drag queen who was scheduled to perform at the Salt Lake City bookstore, called the threat “an act of domestic terrorism.”
King's English Bookshop in Salt Lake City, Utah.
King's English Bookshop in Salt Lake City, Utah.

California governor signs bills to enhance the state's protections for LGBTQ people

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the measures a day after issuing a controversial veto that was criticized by LGBTQ advocates.
California governor signs bills to enhance the state's protections for LGBTQ people
California governor signs bills to enhance the state's protections for LGBTQ people
4d ago

Megan Rapinoe brings the curtain down on her storied international career

The American soccer star achieved international fame with her on-field accomplishments and her off-field personality and activism.
Megan Rapinoe during the women's international friendly football match between the USA and South Africa at Soldier Field in Chicago
Megan Rapinoe during the women's international friendly football match between the USA and South Africa at Soldier Field in Chicago

11 must-read books featuring bisexual stories, from Virginia Woolf to James Baldwin

From Virginia Woolf's "Orlando" to Casey McQuiston's "Red, White & Royal Blue," here is a selection of bisexual-inclusive books to add to your reading list.
Orlando: A Biography; Vampire Lestat; Red, White & Royal Blue
Orlando: A Biography; Vampire Lestat; Red, White & Royal Blue

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