Liz Cheney is dropping out of the U.S. Senate primary in Wyoming to unseat Mike Enzi, CNN reports: "Serious health issues have recently arisen in … [Read more...] about Liz Cheney Abandoning Senate Bid, Cites ‘Health Issues’ in Family
LGBT Rights
Chris Kluwe Claims He Was Likely Fired Due to Homophobic Bigotry & Cowardice of Vikings Coaches
When punter and vocal LGBT ally Chris Kluwe was cut from the Minnesota Vikings back in May, many (including the governor) suspected that there was … [Read more...] about Chris Kluwe Claims He Was Likely Fired Due to Homophobic Bigotry & Cowardice of Vikings Coaches
Houston Mayor Moves Same-Sex Lawsuit Out Of Republican Court
Soon after the openly lesbian Texas city mayor Annise Parker announced that same-sex spouses of city employees would receive health and life insurance … [Read more...] about Houston Mayor Moves Same-Sex Lawsuit Out Of Republican Court
Pope Francis ‘Shocked’ By Gay Adoption
Time's Person of the Year has been lauded by many for what they interpret to be his more progressive approach to sexuality. However, according … [Read more...] about Pope Francis ‘Shocked’ By Gay Adoption
After Shaky Couple Of Years, Equality California Has Stabilized Under New Executive Director
Equality California (EQCA) has had a difficult time getting on its feet. Longtime executive director Geoff Kors left in March 2011, was replaced by … [Read more...] about After Shaky Couple Of Years, Equality California Has Stabilized Under New Executive Director
Draconian Nigerian Bill Criminalizing Same-Sex Marriage, Gay Activism Passes Final Senate Hurdle
A universal law criminalizing LGBT advocacy and rights has passed the Nigerian senate and could soon move on to the country's president, Goodluck … [Read more...] about Draconian Nigerian Bill Criminalizing Same-Sex Marriage, Gay Activism Passes Final Senate Hurdle
Michigan Governor Rick Snyder ‘Open’ to Adding Gays and Lesbian’s to State’s Anti-Discrimination Law
Michigan Governor Rick Snyder, who is an expert dodger at questions on LGBT rights and has, in the past year refused to address the will of the people … [Read more...] about Michigan Governor Rick Snyder ‘Open’ to Adding Gays and Lesbian’s to State’s Anti-Discrimination Law
Human Rights Org Urges Obama to Include LGBT Americans In Official Olympics Delegation
A U.S. human rights organization is pressuring President Obama to appoint LGBT community leaders to the official Olympics delegation for the upcoming … [Read more...] about Human Rights Org Urges Obama to Include LGBT Americans In Official Olympics Delegation
NBC Hit With Protests for Ignoring Gays in Russia in Lead-Up to Sochi Winter Olympics: VIDEO
Queer Nation protested outside NBC's Sports Department holiday party outside a restaurant on East 30th street in NYC yesterday. The banner was … [Read more...] about NBC Hit With Protests for Ignoring Gays in Russia in Lead-Up to Sochi Winter Olympics: VIDEO
Elton John, Stephen Fry, George Michael, Graham Norton, and Tom Daley Get Together: PHOTO
The Kaleidoscope Trust, a UK based international LGBT rights charity, is auctioning off seven sets of these Russian nesting dolls in a … [Read more...] about Elton John, Stephen Fry, George Michael, Graham Norton, and Tom Daley Get Together: PHOTO