Our brothers’ keepers: Michelangelo Signorile advocates for gay men’s health
Michelangelo Signorile is first and foremost an activist. He wants his queer and trans community to live their best lives—it’s
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The herstoric journey of Joan Nestle
A vital new collection of iconic essays by writer, activist, and community herstorian Joan Nestle, reminds us of her landmark
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Imara Jones and the new (trans) American revolution
For Women’s History Month, Queer Forty highlights the writing, activism and voice of Imara Jones, who is clear that Black
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Solo on Valentine’s Day? Here’s some advice
The hearts and chocolates and romantic-themed gifts—from sexy red lingerie to weekend getaways for lovers—go on display mere days after
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Your retirement may be your last political act
The post-Stonewall generation is aging: What does that mean for their and our retirement? The stereotype of LGBT people is
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The year ahead: What to expect from LGBTQ rights in 2023
What LGBTQ people need to know—and do—in 2023. As the New Year opens out before us, LGBTQ people need to
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George Santos story raises questions about gay Republicans
George Santos made history in November when he became the first openly gay non-incumbent Republican candidate elected to Congress. Now
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On becoming a widow: A love story
What happens when your longterm partner dies just days before the Holidays? Here is my story. 1. We were supposed
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What the rise of the right, and the UK’s new PM, mean for the LGBTQ movement
Europe is moving right. A series of elections have pushed that populist trend—a trend that’s increasingly worrying for LGBTQ people
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Gay candidates make history competing for congressional seat
In a year where the midterm election stakes for LGBTQ people could not be higher, history is being made in
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Out author Greg Herren is a finalist for coveted award
Greg Herren is one of America’s most prolific gay male writers. His two new books have very different but highly
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This is the latest GOP attack on LGBTQ health
A judge has ruled against a federal mandate for coverage of HIV prevention medication PrEP, signaling a new attack on
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A shadow over Pride 2022
As we enter Pride month this year, we have to reevaluate the purpose of this celebration with our community’s rights
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Author Malinda Lo illuminates the Asian-American queer experience
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the U.S. and lesbian author Malinda Lo’s award-winning book Last
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Under her skin: An interview with Linda Villarosa
Veteran New York Times journalist, educator, Essence editor and activist Linda Villarosa sits down with Queer Forty. Linda Villarosa says
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Patricia Highsmith: Inside the lesbian crime writer’s diaries
The letters and diaries of America’s lesbian master of psychological thrillers are as gripping as any of her fiction. In
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Women’s History Month is a step towards equality
There are more out women than men—more out lesbians, women bisexuals, trans women. But how many LBT women will be
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Leslie Cohen: Chapters of a lesbian life
Leslie Cohen, activist, women’s nightlife promoter, and most recently author of the memoir, The Audacity of a Kiss, has passed
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10 queer women you need to know right now
March is Women’s History Month. Cue mainstream media highlighting historical figures—and erasing their lesbianism. Women’s History Month should also centre
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How to enlighten America: An interview with Keith Boykin
He’s Black, he’s gay, and he’s the one political analyst you need to listen to right now. As we end
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