Prominent Gay Rights Lawyer Dies After Setting Himself On Fire In New York Park
Before ending his life, David S. Buckel, who was also an environmental advocate, wrote a letter urging people to stop polluting the environment.
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U.S. Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, First Cuban-American Elected to Congress, Retiring Next Year
Ros-Lehtinen, the first congressional Republican to publicly support gay marriage and a fierce critic of Cuban politics, will retire after almost three decades in the House of Representatives
Designer Of Rainbow Flag, Enduring Symbol For Gay Rights, Has Died
Gilbert Baker used his sewing skills to create the flag, an enduring symbol of the gay rights movement, and later, of growing solidarity with LGBT causes. He was 65.
State Department Apologizes For Decades Of Anti-LGBT Discrimination
Around the time of the "Red Scare," the "Lavender Scare" pushed gay people out of government service. Secretary of State John Kerry has now apologized for "the practices of the past."
LGBT Rights Activists Fear Trump Will Undo Protections Created Under Obama
The election of Donald Trump has conservative organizations hopeful for new protections for religious liberty, while LGBT groups anticipate more discrimination in courts, workplaces and the military.
Obama Names LGBT Landmark As National Monument
The Stonewall National Monument in New York City will be the first addition to the National Park System specifically highlighting the history of the LGBT community.
Italy Becomes Last Western European Nation To Legalize Same-Sex Civil Unions
The country's Parliament passed the bill despite opposition from the Catholic Church and conservative politicians. Rights advocates hailed the vote, but many hoped the legislation would go further.
For Freemasons, Is Banning Gays Or Being Gay Un-Masonic?
Freemasons are best known for their secrecy, but they are having a very public dispute — about a ban on gay members. Freemasons in Tennessee will decide this week whether to lift the ban.
'Gaycation': Ellen Page Explores LGBT Lives Globally On Travel Show
Page's new TV show on Viceland is called Gaycation. The actress and co-host Ian Daniel speak to NPR's Michel Martin about the show, in which they explore LGBT culture around the world.
FDA Lifts Ban On Blood Donations By Gay And Bisexual Men
For three decades, men who have sex with men were barred from ever donating blood. A new policy will allow gay and bisexual men to donate, but only if they've been celibate for at least a year.