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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman (left), who is running against Gov. Kathy Hochul (right), attacked the governor over the state's LGBTQ Long-Term Care Facility Residents’ Bill of Rights.

Politics

‘Complete nonsense’: Hochul fires back after Blakeman defends anti-LGBTQ Catholic nursing home

By Matt Tracy

Brian Romero, seen here at a rally for trans youth on Jan. 10, is running for office in the 34th Assembly District.

Politics

NYC’s LGBTQ candidates show strength in state primary races

By Matt Tracy

Former New York City Council Speaker and New York State Democratic Committee Executive Committee Chair Christine Quinn, Congressman Ritchie Torres, Assemblymember Deborah Glick, and Stonewall Democrats President John Wahlmeier.

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Dems blast Blakeman associations with anti-LGBTQ+ legislators

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Brooklyn Paper

‘Resilience is an art form’: Brisport honors queer activists, slams ‘haters’ in Pride month speech

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Transgender patients file class action against NYU Langone to stop health system from turning over medical records to Trump admin

Congressmember Tim Walberg successfully carried legislation to passage that would force schools to out trans youth to their parents or guardians.

Politics

‘Don’t Say Trans’: GOP-led House passes bill requiring forced outing of trans youth

By Matt Tracy

Barney Frank delivers remarks at the Capitol in 2022 during a ceremony celebrating the passage of the Respect for Marriage Act.

Politics

Barney Frank, trailblazing gay congressmember, dies at 86

By Matt Tracy

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AMNY

Your Vote 2026: District 12: What’s Next for Aging New Yorkers? Contenders Answer

New Pride Agenda executive director Kei Williams delivers remars in the State Capitol on May 6, 2026.

Politics

Advocates call on New York State to protect gender-affirming care, establish 24-hour LGBTQ crisis hotline

By Matt Tracy

The Stonewall Democratic Club of NYC endorsed former City Comptroller Brad Lander in his campaign for Congress.

Politics

Stonewall Democrats announce congressional and statewide endorsements after marathon meeting

By Matt Tracy

City Council Speaker Julie Menin joins Carl Wilson at his election night party at VERS bar in Hell’s Kitchen after he declared victory in the District 3 special election.

Carl Wilson declares victory in race to succeed Erik Bottcher in Council District 3

By Matt Tracy

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Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn Council Member Chi Ossé arrested, thrown to ground by NYPD, during deed theft eviction protest

State Senator Erik Bottcher speaks with his former chief of staff, City Council candidate Carl Wilson, at an April 17 artist housing rally in Hell’s Kitchen.

Politics

LGBTQ representation emerges as key issue in City Council’s special election race for District 3

By Matt Tracy

Yanery Cruz delivers remarks in observance of Transgender Day of Visibility in March of 2025.

Politics

City Council’s LGBTQIA+ Caucus hires executive director

By Matt Tracy

Congressmember Dan Goldman is running for his third term in office.

Politics

Congressional Equality Caucus’ Equality PAC endorses Dan Goldman in NY-10

By Matt Tracy

The Pennsylvania State Capitol building in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Politics

Pennsylvania House codifies marriage equality, but State Senate path remains uncertain

By Matt Tracy

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Jamaica Tourist Board launches summer campaign to draw travelers

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