The Return of the Revolution: Five History-Making Queer Activists on What We’re Fighting For
Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, Phillipe Cunningham, Andrea Jenkins, Chase Strangio, and Cynthia Nixon explain what’s excited them most from this year of unprecedented social change.
By Raquel Willis
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The 10 Best LGBTQ+ Shows and Films to Stream This July
Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Hulu are bringing you a wealth of irresistible queer content this month, from Cloud Atlas and a reboot of The Baby-Sitters Club to a new wedding reality show, Say I Do.
By Michael Cuby
J.K. Rowling’s Pen Name Is Also the Name of an Anti-LGBTQ+ Conversion Therapist
It’s very likely a coincidence, but Rowling has yet to comment on the unfortunate connection.
By Nico Lang
Harry Potter Saved My Life. J.K. Rowling Is Now Endangering Trans People Like Me
As a YA author, I know books save lives. I also know how dangerous and painful Rowling’s transphobia is for millions.
By Kacen Callender
Third Patient Could Be “Cured” of HIV Following Groundbreaking Treatment
Experts urge caution on the findings, however, saying more research is needed on the subject.
By Nico Lang
J.K. Rowling Compares Transitioning to “Conversion Therapy”
She also signed onto an open letter published by Harper’s Magazine decrying “cancel culture.”
By Nico Lang
Brazil’s Anti-Gay President Tests Positive for COVID-19
At a press conference, Jair Bolsonaro continued his defiant stance towards the virus. Brazil has over 1.6 million confirmed cases, second only to the U.S.
By Nico Lang
Halle Berry Says She Wants to Play a Transgender Man in Upcoming Film
Critics called on the actress to apologize and drop out of the film.
By Nico Lang
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Munroe Bergdorf Checked This British Politician for Transphobic Tweets
Baronness Nicholson apologized to the trans activist after calling her a “weird creature” and misgendering her on Twitter.
By Serena Sonoma
New Study Reveals Zoomers More Likely to Think Outside the Gender and Sexuality Box
A survey of Tinder users shows that Gen Z is more likely to choose multiple gender and sexuality options in their profiles.
By Serena Sonoma
New Trump Proposal Would Repeal Protections for Transgender Homeless People
Transgender individuals face a staggering amount of homelessness compared to the rest of the population, according to researchers. Now, the administration wants to allow shelters to turn away those who are not cisgender.
By Serena Sonoma
Mickalene Thomas and the Art of Saying “No” as a Black Creative
Thomas has dedicated her career to elevating sensual, powerful images of Black queer women. We asked her about the role of art during a pandemic and anti-racism protests, and how the art world can better elevate Black creatives.
By Ashia Ajani
Short Story: “Even If All Fall Away, I Will Not”
In a new piece of fiction by Brandon Taylor, Carson, a 31-year-old in Iowa City, grapples with racism, his sexuality, and what's left behind by lovers in our lives.
By Brandon Taylor
After Ignoring LGBTQ+ Moderators' Pleas for Years, Reddit Is Finally Enforcing Its Content Policies
Moderators of queer subreddits say they are routinely targeted for coordinated harassment campaigns, and wonder whether the site’s recent moves to curb hate speech will go far enough.
By Jay Castello