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Don’t leave out the Q: study concludes the term queer is a ‘distinct’ sexuality
The term still offends many people, but research reflects that people are using it to define their sexuality – and this study lends credence to it.
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America’s first gay elected governor was sworn in & LGBTQ people celebrated with him
“I’ve never been happier. It’s from one end of the spectrum to the other. From one end of the rainbow to the other.”
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This beautiful shampoo ad with an affirming transgender message left Twitter in tears
You seem to have something in your eye.
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A city council changed ‘LGBT’ to ‘LGB&T’ in a move called ‘ahead of the curve’
The city council was trying to make a point, but it wasn’t about inclusivity.
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Facebook targeted LGBTQ users with ‘gay cure’ algorithm
Facebook targeted LGBTQ users with gay conversion therapy ads that have since been removed.
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Scarlett Johansson exits ‘Rub & Tug’ trans role after LGBTQ backlash
“In light of recent ethical questions raised surrounding my casting as Dante Tex Gill, I have decided to respectfully withdraw my participation in the project.”
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This 2nd grade class did an LGBTQ lesson that broke Twitter
The lesson is great. The hate it generated is not.
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Why it’s not ‘LGBTK’: What the word ‘LGBT’ means
LGBT is deceptive. It looks like a list. But it’s actually just one idea.
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5 old-timey words for gay, lesbian, & bi people that you should know
These aren’t slang. People were seriously calling gay men “Uranians.”
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Trump nominates homophobe to head NASA
More anti-LGBTQ nominees from Trump in the Weekly Debrief.
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Go for a smoke? New study says most teens lighting up are queer or questioning
Researchers found gay, lesbian, bisexual and questioning teenagers smoked more than those who said they were straight. Trans teens were inexplicably left out.
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Do you agree with these new guidelines on gender-neutral pronouns & ‘LGBTQ’?
The Associated Press is instructing writers to consider using the singular “they” for non-binary people, but not to use pronouns like “ze.”
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Can you name the place with the highest percentage of LGBTQ people in America?
This place beat out Vermont, California, Massachusetts and Oregon. And no, it’s not New York!
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How LGBTQ people and Jews were stereotyped as violent predators
Dominant groups have long accused both Jews and LGBTQ people of acting as dangerous predators concentrated on ensnaring women and children of the dominant group.
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Antigay forces launch new international hate group
The International Organization for the Family won’t just fight same-sex marriage but reportedly will challenge LGBTQ rights around the world.
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‘Moonlight’ and ‘Transparent’ among this year’s LGBTQ Golden Globe nominees
Barry Jenkins’ celebrated coming-of-age tale “Moonlight” received six nominations, second only to “La La Land.”
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This Thanksgiving, try something new: include and support someone LGBTQ
A Colorado survey shows supportive adults can reduce the risk of suicide and substance abuse among LGBTQ teenagers. So? Try it.
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‘Stay woke’ this Thanksgiving
Election got you down this Thanksgiving? Consider our Native American brothers and sisters. “This holiday has felt this way for centuries.”
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‘Help us not get erased:’ A message on Transgender Day of Remembrance
“We who survive ask for understanding. We ask for acceptance. We’d like to be loved.”
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We’re there as media converges on New York City for election climax
LGBTQNation will be among the throng of reporters at Hillary Clinton’s Election Night headquarters, bringing you live updates all night.
