Feb 04 Watch 5:06 Taylor Mac turns U.S. history inside out in epic, 24-hour show By Corinne Segal, Ivette Feliciano, Zachary Green For years, artist Taylor Mac has challenged mainstream ideas around gender and sexuality with shows that spotlight LGBTQ identity. Now Mac, who received a MacArthur grant last fall, is touring “A 24-Decade History of Popular Music,” a show with 24… Continue watching
Dec 23 D.C. appeals court denies stay of transgender military ban By Associated Press The White House has lost another attempt to put a hold on a requirement that it allow transgender people to enlist in the military starting on Jan. 1. Continue reading
Dec 03 Some see echoes of 1968 court case in wedding cake dispute By Mark Sherman, Associated Press The upcoming Supreme Court argument about a baker who refused to make a cake for a same-sex couple makes some civil rights lawyers think of South Carolina’s Piggie Park barbecue. Continue reading
Nov 19 Turkey bans all LGBTI events in Ankara, citing security By Associated Press Turkish officials have banned all events by lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and intersex rights groups in the country's capital. Continue reading
Nov 05 As non-binary actors become more visible, this website supports their work By Corinne Segal The Non-Binary Monologues Project, which began last month, is publishing monologues and audition materials for non-binary and trans actors. Continue reading
Oct 22 As state protections stall, cities lead the way on LGBTQ rights By Corinne Segal As federal and state governments are threatening to roll back protections for the community, cities are becoming more progressive on LGBTQ issues. Continue reading
Sep 08 LGBTQ ‘dreamers’ are particularly vulnerable as DACA winds down. Here’s why. By Corinne Segal Queer and trans DACA recipients say the program allowed them to gain a foothold in a country where they already face high rates of economic insecurity and inconsistent protection under the law. Continue reading
Aug 17 5 important stories you might have overlooked By Joshua Barajas, Erica R. Hendry, Iman Smith As fallout from Saturday's rally in Charlottesville continues, here are five important stories you may have overlooked. Continue reading
Aug 09 Trans troops sue Trump over proposed military ban By Corinne Segal Five transgender troops filed a lawsuit Wednesday against President Donald Trump over his tweets suggesting trans people would not be allowed to serve in the military "in any capacity."… Continue reading
Jul 30 ‘Maybe I should just stay closeted’ — Trans troops weigh their options By Corinne Segal Many transgender service members feel like they are living in limbo, with some questioning whether they should remain closeted. Continue reading