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LGBTQ Americans Enshrined in Presidential History

As the U.S. marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence this year, LGBTQ history is being fully embraced in presidential history. Advancements in LGBTQ equality and the contributions of LGBTQ Americans are incorporated into the new Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, and were celebrated at the Center’s grand opening on Juneteenth. President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama included the progress made for LGBTQ people during his two terms as president in their remarks at the ceremony. Mrs. Obama paid tribute to her husband’s achievements including “rescuing the economy, ending a war, ordering the bin Laden raid, […]

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Call to action: Protect People. Protect Safe Housing. Protect the Equal Access Rule.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) wants to repeal the HUD Equal Access Rule protecting LGBTQ people from discrimination in seeking housing and housing resources. Submit a public comment by June 29, 2026. The Proposal The Equal Access Rule has protected LGBTQ people from discrimination in seeking housing resources for more than a decade. The first Trump administration tried to amend the rule in 2020, at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, to exclude protections for transgender people. The proposal was withdrawn in 2021 by the Biden administration. The current proposal would again require all HUD/CPD (Community Planning and Development) programs to […]

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GLAAD Poll: Supermajority of Americans Support Brands Participating in Pride; Reject Political Attacks on Transgender People

GLAAD is releasing the results of a new poll showing registered voters’ top concern remains rising costs and inflation. Voters overwhelmingly believe politicians are using transgender issues to distract from these urgent priorities. U.S. adults were also asked about corporate support of Pride through sponsorships, employee engagement, and merchandise. The results are abundantly clear: Americans, including registered voters, support LGBTQ people, support politicians who support LGBTQ people, and back brands that support LGBTQ people including at Pride and beyond. Registered Voters Care Most About Costs, and Freedom The poll, conducted by MRI-Simmons between March 16 and April 2, 2026, reveals: Poll graphics […]

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Fact Sheet for Reporters: Challenging “Transgender for Everybody” Rhetoric at State of the Union

GLAAD is releasing a fact sheet for reporters on Pres. Trump’s LGBTQ record ahead of his 2026 State of the Union address. Reporters are urged to provide facts and context to Pres. Trump’s remarks about LGBTQ people: The Trump Accountability Tracker documents at least 470 policies and statements targeting LGBTQ Americans, including 50 instances of Pres. Trump mentioning “transgender for everybody” since taking office in January 2025. The phrase is deployed to diminish support of transgender people with broad criticism of political opponents in unrelated speeches, interviews, and topics. By contrast, transcripts of all presidential remarks since January 2025 show fewer than 25 mentions of “affordability,” […]

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Two women arrested in Uganda for allegedly kissing in public

Two women have been arrested in Uganda for allegedly kissing in public, which could result in a life prison sentence.  Wendy Faith, 22, and Alesi Diana, 21, were arrested last week by the authorities in Arua, a city in the northwest of Uganda, as per coverage by The Guardian.  “Information was received from the community that the suspects have been involved in queer and unusual acts believed to be sexual in nature, besides being allegedly seen kissing each other in broad daylight,” police spokesperson for the West Nile region, Josephine Angucia, is quoted as saying.  “It’s further alleged […] that many […]

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Taking the Fight to the Statehouses in 2026: Overview of LGBTQ-Related Bills and Current Activations

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State legislative session has begun in many parts of the U.S. this month, offering opportunities for state- and local-based activations for LGBTQ people, their families, and their allies. State legislative attacks on LGBTQ people have dramatically increased in recent years, but according to the Movement Advancement Project, advocates have consistently defeated an average of 92% of proposed anti-LGBTQ bills every year over the past 15 years. Kansas Early action at statehouses include passage of a disturbing bill in Kansas that ultimately seeks to strip personal liberties from transgender people, banning them from accessing restrooms that match who they are in government buildings […]

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Fact Sheet: LGBTQ and Ally Inclusion at Super Bowl LX and the Winter Olympics

LGBTQ Ally Bad Bunny to Headline Halftime Show, Bi Singer Billie Joe Armstrong to Perform Pregame with Green Day, and LGBTQ Icon Brandi Carlile to Sing “America The Beautiful”  GLAAD:  “Inclusion is good for the world and it’s great for business growth. Most LGBTQ sports fans are more likely to purchase from brands that support causes they care about. Over 20% of Gen Z is LGBTQ, so inclusion and visibility are keys to future proofing.  When the NFL elevates and celebrates inclusive talent and values, it trickles down to high school fields and stands, and pee-wee games across the country. […]

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Indiana LGBTQ Youth Services Organization Receives One Million Dollar Grant from Podcasting Giant Audiochuck

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Podcasting giant Audiochuck delivered a game-changing, life-saving, $1 million grant to IYG (formerly known as Indiana Youth Group). IYG is the nation’s longest continually operating nonprofit serving LGBTQ youth and young adults, providing basic support, safe spaces, behavioral health services and more.  Audiochuck, based in Indianapolis, produces the hit podcast Crime Junkie, which is nominated for a GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Podcast Episode. Audiochuck announced the grant as “a public affirmation of the dignity, value, and potential of LGBTQ+ young people throughout Indiana,” and together with IYG, “is investing in a future where every young person can feel safe, supported, and empowered to thrive.” […]

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Plot twist: You don’t have to read alone. / Un giro inesperado: No tienes que leer sin compañía.

Reading is better when it’s shared.Whether you’re looking for thoughtful conversation, fresh reading ideas, or a reason to make time for books, there’s a place for you in one of our 20+ library book clubs. Find your fitBy location: Wherever you are in Sonoma County, you’ll find a group at a nearby library. You can even join the discussion online—same community, no commute. By genre or topic: From mysteries and cookbooks to nonfiction and #OwnVoices titles, find others who share your curiosity for a particular style of storytelling.Explore all book clubsAll our book clubs are free and open to everyone. You’re welcome to […]

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Outstanding Stories About Transgender People Among the 37th #GLAADAwards Nominees

On January 7, 2026, GLAAD announced the nominees for the 37th Annual GLAAD Media Awards, and many of this year’s nominees center diverse and compelling stories about transgender and nonbinary people. As GLAAD stated in our latest Where We Are on TV report, in the current climate, as the media and politicians spread hateful rhetoric about trans people unchecked, exposure to authentic and meaningful trans representation in entertainment is of critical importance. When non-LGBTQ people see the LGBTQ community represented in the media, their familiarity and comfortability with the community grows. These nominees are the type of stories that we need […]

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