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  • Rep. Cory Mills: Dating Violence Allegations & Hypocrisy

    Rep. Cory Mills: Dating Violence Allegations & Hypocrisy

    Rep. Cory Mills faces a dating violence order after allegations of harassment & intimidation of Lindsey Langston. The ruling exposes hypocrisy given Mills' anti-LGBTQ+ stance and 'protect women' claims.


    Trump Commutes George Santos’s Prison Sentence

    Trump Commutes George Santos’s Prison Sentence

    Donald Trump commuted George Santos's prison sentence for fraud and identity theft, citing excessive punishment. Marjorie Taylor Greene urged clemency. Santos, a former congressman, was sentenced to 87 months.


    Tig Notaro: Friendship Fallout with Cheryl Hines over Kennedy’s Politics

    Tig Notaro: Friendship Fallout with Cheryl Hines over Kennedy’s Politics

    Tig Notaro discusses the end of her friendship with Cheryl Hines due to Hines' husband, Bobby Kennedy Jr.'s political views and endorsements, impacting their shared podcast and personal joy.


    LGBTQ+ Teacher Targeted: Online Harassment & Support

    LGBTQ+ Teacher Targeted: Online Harassment & Support

    Teacher Anthony Nicodemo faced online harassment after a video was shared by right-wing activists. Despite attacks, he remains supported by his school and community, standing firm against silencing attempts. LGBTQ+ community support.


    JD Vance Controversy: Extremism and Republican Politics

    JD Vance Controversy: Extremism and Republican Politics

    JD Vance faces backlash for dismissing racist messages as "silly." Critics cite "ethical rot" in the GOP, linking Vance and Trump to normalizing extremism within the Republican Party. Extremist imagery is normalized.


    Queer Spies: Untold Stories of LGBTQ+ Espionage

    Queer Spies: Untold Stories of LGBTQ+ Espionage

    Discover the hidden history of LGBTQ+ spies like Blunt, Redl, d'Éon, and Chambers. Their stories reveal courage, betrayal, and contributions to espionage across centuries, often facing personal risks.


    Pelosi and the National Guard: Debunking January 6th Conspiracy

    Pelosi and the National Guard: Debunking January 6th Conspiracy

    Reports debunk claims Pelosi declined National Guard aid before January 6th Capitol riot. Military officials feared political optics, delaying deployment despite requests. The D.C. National Guard is under presidential, not congressional, control.


    Nash-Betts: LGBTQ+ Advocate, Black Queer Woman, and Actress

    Nash-Betts: LGBTQ+ Advocate, Black Queer Woman, and Actress

    Niecy Nash-Betts, a Black queer woman, advocates for LGBTQ+ rights and is recognized for her acting career. She emphasizes acceptance and love while celebrating her identity and work.


    McBride & Lieu Mock GOP Absence During Shutdown

    McBride & Lieu Mock GOP Absence During Shutdown

    Reps. McBride and Lieu satirize House Republicans' absence during the government shutdown, highlighting its impact on LGBTQ+ services and delayed Epstein file release. The mini doors become symbolic.


    Buttigieg, Spanberger Rally for LGBTQ+ Rights in Virginia Election

    Buttigieg, Spanberger Rally for LGBTQ+ Rights in Virginia Election

    Pete Buttigieg and Abigail Spanberger rally in Virginia, highlighting LGBTQ+ rights and contrasting stances with Winsome Earle-Sears on marriage equality. The election's national importance is emphasized.


    Elizabeth Taylor: Hollywood Icon & AIDS Activist

    Elizabeth Taylor: Hollywood Icon & AIDS Activist

    Elizabeth Taylor, a Hollywood legend, was a passionate AIDS activist. Mendelson recalls her work with amfAR, support for the LGBTQ+ community, and lasting impact. Taylor created a safe space for many.


    Young Republicans’ Leaked Messages: Extremism Exposed

    Young Republicans’ Leaked Messages: Extremism Exposed

    Leaked messages reveal young Republican leaders' extremism, racism, and homophobia. The exposé highlights a dark undercurrent within the GOP and sparks public condemnation.


    Kamala Harris: Trump, Tech, and ‘Happy Resistance’

    Kamala Harris: Trump, Tech, and ‘Happy Resistance’

    Kamala Harris critiques Trump, tech sector's indifference, and DOJ. Advocates for 'happy resistance' and warns against 'quackery as science'. Keynote covered democracy under siege.


    Miss Major Griffin-Gracy: Black Trans Activist & Advocate

    Miss Major Griffin-Gracy: Black Trans Activist & Advocate

    Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, a Black trans activist, passed away. She founded Home of GG, advocated for trans rights, AIDS awareness, and prison reform. Her legacy inspires ongoing fight for trans justice and equality.


    Trump, Transgender Rights, and LGBTQ+ Issues

    Trump, Transgender Rights, and LGBTQ+ Issues

    Trump's policies impacting LGBTQ+ rights, especially transgender individuals, are highlighted. Journalist Christopher Wiggins covers the intersection of politics and LGBTQ+ lives. Trump's targeting of transgender people is a defining feature.


    LGBTQ+ Coming Out: Stats, Trends, and Acceptance

    LGBTQ+ Coming Out: Stats, Trends, and Acceptance

    A study reveals LGBTQ+ coming out trends: who they tell, acceptance levels, and age of disclosure. Bisexual individuals are less likely to be out to family and colleagues.


    Trump: Israel and Hamas Agree to Peace Deal, Hostages Released

    Trump: Israel and Hamas Agree to Peace Deal, Hostages Released

    Trump announces Israel and Hamas peace deal brokered with Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey. Hostages to be released, Israel withdraws. Follows UN report alleging Israeli actions in Gaza.