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The White House just appointed its first openly transgender stafferThe White House just appointed its first openly transgender staffer
Politics

A big step.

By German Lopez
Politics
A high school may have cut a basketball player from a yearbook tribute because he’s gayA high school may have cut a basketball player from a yearbook tribute because he’s gay
Politics

And it’s legal under state law.

By German Lopez
Health
A federal judge said being transgender is a mental disorder. Here’s why he’s wrong.A federal judge said being transgender is a mental disorder. Here’s why he’s wrong.
Health

The judge made the comments during a key court case.

By German Lopez
Culture
35 Bill Cosby accusers posed for one defiant, powerful magazine cover35 Bill Cosby accusers posed for one defiant, powerful magazine cover
LGBTQ
Watch: Obama criticizes Kenya’s president on gay rights as they stand right by each otherWatch: Obama criticizes Kenya’s president on gay rights as they stand right by each other
LGBTQ

“I believe in the principle of treating people equally under the law.”

By German Lopez
Politics
These transgender soldiers tried to be themselves in the military. They were discharged.These transgender soldiers tried to be themselves in the military. They were discharged.
Marriage Equality
Caitlyn Jenner’s ESPYS speech raised the disturbing disparities transgender people faceCaitlyn Jenner’s ESPYS speech raised the disturbing disparities transgender people face
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Marriage Equality

Jenner wants to help other transgender people — and many really do need the help.

By German Lopez
Marriage Equality
Scott Walker: Boy Scouts’ ban on gay troop leaders has “protected children”Scott Walker: Boy Scouts’ ban on gay troop leaders has “protected children”
Marriage Equality

Gov. Scott Walker, who launched his presidential campaign this week, supports the standing ban on gay troop leaders in the Boy Scouts of America.

By Margarita Noriega
Explainers
Congress had a big chance to protect LGBTQ students from discrimination. It didn’t.Congress had a big chance to protect LGBTQ students from discrimination. It didn’t.
Explainers

It couldn’t get the votes necessary.

By German Lopez
Marriage Equality
Watch: A gay couple get their marriage license application denied in KentuckyWatch: A gay couple get their marriage license application denied in Kentucky
Marriage Equality

Here’s why the county might get away with it.

By German Lopez
Politics
Bernie Sanders was decades ahead of the country on gay rights and ending the war on drugsBernie Sanders was decades ahead of the country on gay rights and ending the war on drugs
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The letter proves how progressive the presidential candidate always has been.

By German Lopez
Politics
A Texas clerk cited religious objections to deny same-sex marriages. It failed horribly.A Texas clerk cited religious objections to deny same-sex marriages. It failed horribly.
Politics

The Supreme Court was clear: The Constitution requires county governments to marry same-sex couples.

By German Lopez
Politics
Oregon’s Teacher of the Year spoke openly about being gay — and then he was firedOregon’s Teacher of the Year spoke openly about being gay — and then he was fired
Politics

And if he lived in other states, he may not have won a settlement for it.

By German Lopez
Marriage Equality
The Episcopal Church now sanctions same-sex marriages. Here’s where other churches stand.The Episcopal Church now sanctions same-sex marriages. Here’s where other churches stand.
Politics
A Tennessee store put up a “no gays allowed” sign — and it’s totally legalA Tennessee store put up a “no gays allowed” sign — and it’s totally legal
Politics

The store owner said he’s religiously opposed to gay and lesbian couples.

By German Lopez
Same-sex marriage in the US, explained
LGBTQ
By German Lopez
Syria
CNN’s most embarrassing flub ever? The ISIS dildo gay pride flag, explained.CNN’s most embarrassing flub ever? The ISIS dildo gay pride flag, explained.
Syria

The network reported that a London gay pride rally was waving an ISIS flag. Guess what was really on the banner?

By Max Fisher
LGBTQ
John Oliver blasts some of the most harmful myths about transgender peopleJohn Oliver blasts some of the most harmful myths about transgender people
LGBTQ

He really nails it.

By German Lopez
Explainers
Some physicists believe we’re living in a giant hologram — and it’s not that far-fetchedSome physicists believe we’re living in a giant hologram — and it’s not that far-fetched
Explainers

The wild idea, explained in basic English.

By Joseph Stromberg
9 colorful photos of New York City’s LGBTQ Pride March celebrating marriage equality
Marriage Equality

A very happy day.

By German Lopez
Marriage Equality
The Supreme Court has killed the oldest, dumbest argument against same-sex marriageThe Supreme Court has killed the oldest, dumbest argument against same-sex marriage
Marriage Equality

No, it is absolutely not going to harm your straight marriage.

By Jenée Desmond-Harris
Politics
Here’s how the White House is celebrating the Supreme Court’s same-sex marriage rulingHere’s how the White House is celebrating the Supreme Court’s same-sex marriage ruling
Explainers
The Supreme Court just legalized same-sex marriage across the USThe Supreme Court just legalized same-sex marriage across the US
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Explainers

A massive victory for LGBTQ advocates.

By German Lopez
LGBTQ
Before it was legal: Beautiful vintage same-sex marriage photosBefore it was legal: Beautiful vintage same-sex marriage photos
LGBTQ

“We were always here, always.”

By Libby Nelson
Culture
Watch: TV’s first gay wedding is a perfect summation of how far America has comeWatch: TV’s first gay wedding is a perfect summation of how far America has come
Culture

It aired on the Fox sitcom Roc in 1991.

By Emily St. James
Politics
To avoid marrying gay couples, some Alabama counties have stopped marrying everyoneTo avoid marrying gay couples, some Alabama counties have stopped marrying everyone
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Politics
Gay couples can get married everywhere, but bakers can still refuse to bake the cakeGay couples can get married everywhere, but bakers can still refuse to bake the cake
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Politics

The Supreme Court punted on whether it’s okay to discriminate against LGBTQ people on religious grounds.

By Dara Lind
LGBTQ
Watch DC’s Gay Men’s Chorus’s moving performance of National Anthem on Supreme Court stepsWatch DC’s Gay Men’s Chorus’s moving performance of National Anthem on Supreme Court steps
LGBTQ

The Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington sang the national anthem, surrounded by cheering crowds.

By Margarita Noriega
Politics
Republican reactions to the Supreme Court same-sex marriage decision, ranked by angerRepublican reactions to the Supreme Court same-sex marriage decision, ranked by anger
Politics

“The Supreme Court can no more repeal the laws of nature and nature’s God on marriage than it can the laws of gravity.”

By Andrew Prokop
Marriage Equality
Clarence Thomas: Same-sex marriage bans, like slavery, were just fine for human dignityClarence Thomas: Same-sex marriage bans, like slavery, were just fine for human dignity
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Marriage Equality

We might be working with a different definition of “dignity.”

By Jenée Desmond-Harris
Marriage Equality
Andrew Sullivan’s 1989 “case for gay marriage” is still the best I’ve ever readAndrew Sullivan’s 1989 “case for gay marriage” is still the best I’ve ever read
Marriage Equality

“That alternative is the legalization of civil gay marriage.”

By Matthew Yglesias
Politics
Scalia is right: The Supreme Court is dangerousScalia is right: The Supreme Court is dangerous
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Politics

And Scalia himself shows why.

By Ezra Klein
Politics
Justice Scalia lost on same-sex marriage. But at least he can say, “I told you so.”Justice Scalia lost on same-sex marriage. But at least he can say, “I told you so.”
Politics

He could already see marriage equality coming in 2003.

By Dylan Matthews
Politics
The best lines from Justice Scalia’s rage-fueled same-sex marriage dissentThe best lines from Justice Scalia’s rage-fueled same-sex marriage dissent
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Politics

He called Justice Kennedy’s opinion “pretentious” and “egotistic.”

By Andrew Prokop
Marriage Equality
The Supreme Court brought marriage equality to the US. Here’s where each state stood before the ruling.The Supreme Court brought marriage equality to the US. Here’s where each state stood before the ruling.
Marriage Equality

Does your state have marriage equality?

By German Lopez
Politics
One paragraph that explains why the Supreme Court ruled for same-sex marriageOne paragraph that explains why the Supreme Court ruled for same-sex marriage
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Politics

For a court document, it’s surprisingly beautiful and moving.

By Sarah Kliff
Marriage Equality
Every American should know about the largest mass murder of gay people in US historyEvery American should know about the largest mass murder of gay people in US history
Marriage Equality

Stonewall Inn is a critical part of LGBT history. So is the rarely discussed Upstairs Lounge.

By Margarita Noriega
Politics
Transgender federal employees will finally be able to get the health care they needTransgender federal employees will finally be able to get the health care they need
Politics

A big move from the Obama administration.

By German Lopez
Politics
Why Hillary Clinton’s evolution on same-sex marriage is totally believableWhy Hillary Clinton’s evolution on same-sex marriage is totally believable
Politics

Many Americans went through the same journey as Clinton.

By German Lopez
LGBTQ
Why Iggy Azalea is canceling her appearance at the Pittsburgh LGBT pride paradeWhy Iggy Azalea is canceling her appearance at the Pittsburgh LGBT pride parade
LGBTQ

Singer Iggy Azalea canceled her appearance just five days before the LGBT pride parade where she was to perform in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

By Margarita Noriega