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Holder Promotes From Within For New Head Of DOJ's Civil Division
The attorney general promotes Ben Mizer to Acting Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Division. A high-profile role for an out gay appointee. Courtesy of Department of Justice Ben Mizer, the...
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Miss Trans Pageant Offers Unique Rehabilitation For Inmates
“When a transsexual enters a prison aimed at men, they invariably turn into sexual property of the prisoners.” This past year, photographer Marcela Xavier was there to capture the sights and...
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The Breakout Star Of "Empire" Was In "The Mighty Ducks" And It Is A Beautiful...
Quack, quack, quack, Jamal. Jussie Smollett, who plays Jamal Lyon on Empire, is the breakout star of the hit Fox series. Even though we all know Taraji P. Henson, who plays Cookie Lyon, is the star....
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South Carolina College Says It Is Not Banning Homosexuality
Erskine College, which calls itself a Christian liberal arts college, said it was not changing its policy on LGBT students. The school’s board of trustees did recently release a statement that said,...
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This May Be The Youngest Ever Same-Sex Kiss On US TV
We live in a wonderful world. Also, spoilers. ABC Family show The Fosters has screened a kiss between two 13-year-old boys, delighting fans of the groundbreaking show that follows a family of five...
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India's Censor Board Muted The Word "Lesbian" In "Dum Laga Ke Haisha"
Amongst other cuts recommended by the CBFC, the L word was deemed inappropriate for Indian audiences. Yashraj Films' Dum Laga Ke Haisha released on Feb. 27 to rave reviews. Yashraj Films Despite the...
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If Every Tech Conference Were Like Lesbians Who Tech, Tech Would Be A Much...
Hula hoops and good hair at the most diverse conference in tech. It took exactly 26 seconds from the time the lights dimmed for the organizers of this weekend's Lesbians Who Tech summit to stake out...
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Slovenian Parliament Votes In Favor Of Marriage Equality
The vote comes as several other Eastern European nations have passed laws barring same-sex couples to marry. General view of the Slovenian Parliament Jure Makovec/AFP / Getty Images The parliament of...
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This Powerful Video Uses Dancing X-Rays To Prove That We Are All The Same On...
#LoveHasNoLabels In this collaboration between Ad Council, R/GA, and Helpsgood.com, a crowd of people got an inspiring lesson on love, thanks to a few skeletons that danced, hugged, and kissed to make...
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Marriage Equality Supporters File Briefs This Week At Supreme Court
Groups representing the military, business, and academia, as well as the White House, will be weighing in at the court this week in support of same-sex couples’ marriage rights. Amanda Keller holds a...
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9 Queer Women In Tech Tell Us What They've Learned
This weekend, the Lesbians Who Tech Summit came to San Francisco. We asked attendees what they’ve learned about how to succeed as queer women in the notoriously male-dominated field. Mentoring is...
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Ben Carson: Prison Proves That Being Gay Is "Absolutely" A Choice
Many people “go into prison straight, and when they come out, they’re gay,” the neurosurgeon and potential Republican candidate for president argued. Alex Wong / Getty Images Potential GOP...
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15 Snapchats That Would Have Been Sent On "The L Word"
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View ArticleIn Defence Of Prancing, Effeminate Men
The skirt was mustard-yellow, shiny, with underlays of netting that puffed it up and, crucially, made it excellent for twirling. I twirled a lot when I was 6. It was my favourite skirt.No one at home...
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15 Books By Transgender Women You Need To Read Immediately
From science-fiction novellas to cookbook memoirs, it’s never too late to discover a new favorite read! Tor.com via tor.com Charlie Jane Anders via sfweekly.com View Entire List ›
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Alabama Supreme Court Orders Temporary Stop To New Same-Sex Marriage Licenses
“Alabama law allows for ‘marriage’ between only one man and one woman,” the Alabama Supreme Court states, reaching its own conclusion about the constitutionality of the state’s marriage ban. Angela...
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YouTuber Hannah Hart Gives Spot On Advice To Her Younger Self
“Take it from me, because I’m you, you’re pretty great.” As part of the YouTube #DearMe campaign for International Women's Day, YouTuber Hannah Hart gave some advice to her younger self: youtube.com...
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Thanks To George Takei, People Are Giving Alabama "The Wedding Finger"
Takei tweeted a photo of himself and his husband “flipping off” the camera with their wedding rings. The actor urged others to do the same in response to the Alabama Supreme Court order that was...
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59 Thoughts Every LGBT Student Has Before Mardi Gras
WHERE IS MY GLITTER?! Brendon Thorne / Getty Images 1. It's Mardi Gras this weekend. 2. This weekend! 3. Jeez, that's come around quickly. 4. I have to take the night off work. 5. FUCK. 6. Can't...
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