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Abdul El-Sayed Wins Michigan Senate Primary as LGBTQ+ Candidates Make Historic Gains
Dr. Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan's closely watched U.S. Senate Democratic primary Tuesday with 49% of the vote, narrowly edging out moderate U.S. Rep. Haley [...]Read more about Abdul El-Sayed Wins Michigan Senate Primary as LGBTQ+ Candidates Make Historic Gains
Haley Stevens or Abdul El-Sayed? Michigan's LGBTQ+ Voters Are Split
Ask two different left-leaning LGBTQ+ Michigan voters who they're selecting in the Aug. 4 U.S. Senate Democratic primary and there's a decent chance [...]Read more about Haley Stevens or Abdul El-Sayed? Michigan's LGBTQ+ Voters Are Split
Abdul El-Sayed Vows to Be a ‘Lion’ for LGBTQ+ Rights in Senate
Dr. Abdul El-Sayed isn't running a typical Senate campaign, and at this point it's hard to miss. The physician and former health director for both the [...]Read more about Abdul El-Sayed Vows to Be a ‘Lion’ for LGBTQ+ Rights in Senate
Michigan Furry Brings Honey Badger Energy — and Medicare for All — to His Fight for a Seat in the U.S. Congress
Elyon Badger doesn't look anything like how one expects a candidate for office to look. Often clad in marijuana-themed attire or a honey badger fursuit, [...]Read more about Michigan Furry Brings Honey Badger Energy — and Medicare for All — to His Fight for a Seat in the U.S. Congress
Trans Empowerment Month 2025: Join Stand With Trans’ Free Celebration of Trans Joy and Community
Block out your October calendar for Stand with Trans’s sixth annual Trans Empowerment Month, a monthlong virtual celebration that's become a beloved [...]Read more about Trans Empowerment Month 2025: Join Stand With Trans’ Free Celebration of Trans Joy and Community
Get Galactic with Irene the Alien, Cry at the Disco with Autoheart, See 'The Journal Project'
It’s that time of year in Michigan when the cider mills open, the mosquitoes haven’t quite closed shop and your hoodie-to-shorts ratio could change three times [...]Read more about Get Galactic with Irene the Alien, Cry at the Disco with Autoheart, See 'The Journal Project'
The Sacred Work of Jeynce Poindexter: A Detroit Ballroom Mother's Mission to Transform Trans Lives Through Advocacy and Love
On a late April morning, Jeynce Poindexter sits in Detroit Metro Airport waiting for her flight to Fort Lauderdale. Tomorrow is her birthday, but this [...]Read more about The Sacred Work of Jeynce Poindexter: A Detroit Ballroom Mother's Mission to Transform Trans Lives Through Advocacy and Love
'You Cannot Erase Trans People': Protests Erupt at Stonewall After Website Changes
Protesters gathered at the Stonewall National Monument in New York City on Friday after references to transgender and queer people were removed on the National [...]Read more about 'You Cannot Erase Trans People': Protests Erupt at Stonewall After Website Changes
So About Christian Conservative 'Rapper' Bryson Gray’s Anti-LGBTQ+ Diss Track: I Don’t Know Her
They say you learn something new every day, and today I learned about Bryson Gray, a rapper (I’m using that word loosely) and social commentator (using these [...]Read more about So About Christian Conservative 'Rapper' Bryson Gray’s Anti-LGBTQ+ Diss Track: I Don’t Know Her
Election Night LGBTQ Hour-By-Hour Breakdown
It's a good bet that many LGBTQ people will be glued to their social media and news venues on Nov. 3. The Williams Institute, an LGBTQ think tank at UCLA, [...]Read more about Election Night LGBTQ Hour-By-Hour Breakdown
A Preview and Schedule of the 2020 Democratic National Convention
There will be a lot of history made at this week's Democratic National Convention. Some of it will be highly visible – like prime-time closing night speeches [...]Read more about A Preview and Schedule of the 2020 Democratic National Convention
Biden Picks Harris; Names Lesbian her Campaign Chief of Staff
It was not a big surprise, but it was a much-anticipated revelation: Democratic presidential nominee-apparent Joe Biden announced Tuesday that he has chosen [...]Read more about Biden Picks Harris; Names Lesbian her Campaign Chief of Staff
HRC Rolls Out Support for Biden on Anniversary of Marriage Endorsement
The nation's leading LGBTQ group has officially thrown its support behind Joseph Biden in the presidential election, drawing on the anniversary of his famous [...]Read more about HRC Rolls Out Support for Biden on Anniversary of Marriage Endorsement
Despite Call to Donate Blood Amid Coronavirus Crisis, FDA Firm on Gay Ban
Despite calls for increased blood donations amid the coronavirus crisis, the Food & Drug Administration is staying firm on its ban prohibiting gay men from [...]Read more about Despite Call to Donate Blood Amid Coronavirus Crisis, FDA Firm on Gay Ban
Joe Biden Wins Michigan's Democratic Presidential Primary
The Associated Press called Joe Biden the winner of Michigan's Democratic presidential primary less than two hours after polls closed. This adds to his [...]Read more about Joe Biden Wins Michigan's Democratic Presidential Primary
Biden Unveils Extensive LGBTQ Plan, Drawing on Obama-era Achievements
Democratic presidential candidate Joseph Biden unveiled on Thursday a comprehensive plan to advance LGBTQ rights, pledging to support policies and legislation [...]Read more about Biden Unveils Extensive LGBTQ Plan, Drawing on Obama-era Achievements
Warren Mayor Says 'Yes' to Nondiscrimination Ordinance
"Everybody is Welcome in Warren" During an impromptu interview with the leader of Michigan's third-largest city, Warren Mayor Jim Fouts said that if presented [...]Read more about Warren Mayor Says 'Yes' to Nondiscrimination Ordinance
Buttigieg Drops Presidential Campaign
Former South Bend mayor Pete Buttigieg, who had considerable success and made history as a gay presidential candidate, dropped on Sunday night his bid for the [...]Read more about Buttigieg Drops Presidential Campaign
Pete's Predicament: Winning Over Black Voters on Super Tuesday
With Super Tuesday just a few days away, Pete Buttigieg will be required to make wins among Black and Brown voters to stay in the game as a viable presidential [...]Read more about Pete's Predicament: Winning Over Black Voters on Super Tuesday
Iowa Caucus: Buttigieg Declares Victory
Openly gay Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg declared his campaign to be "victorious" following the caucus voting in Iowa Monday night, even [...]Read more about Iowa Caucus: Buttigieg Declares Victory
Debate Shows Buttigieg Hanging On
Political observers gave U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren high marks in Tuesday night's debate — the last debate before the first voting that will happen before the [...]Read more about Debate Shows Buttigieg Hanging On
A Dream Come True: Markita Moore Returns to Cass Tech as Band Director, Seeks to Fundraise for Band
Some believe you can't go home again because if you try to return to a place you remember from the past it won't be the same as it once was. That might be [...]Read more about A Dream Come True: Markita Moore Returns to Cass Tech as Band Director, Seeks to Fundraise for Band
Politics, Touring and Drag: Lady Bunny Bares it All
Known as the queen of New York nightlife and, indeed, at one time one of Michael Alig's infamous Club Kids, Lady Bunny is a legend in pop culture and drag [...]Read more about Politics, Touring and Drag: Lady Bunny Bares it All
CNN LGBTQ Town Hall Overview
The bar had been set pretty high for CNN's Oct. 10 town hall on LGBTQ issues for Democratic presidential candidates. It was the first national television [...]Read more about CNN LGBTQ Town Hall Overview
Who can Defeat Trump? Preview of HRC/CNN Town Hall
To paraphrase Oda Mae Brown in "Ghost," democracy, you in danger, girl. This profound and dreadful moment in American history is worse than Watergate and far [...]Read more about Who can Defeat Trump? Preview of HRC/CNN Town Hall
Debate 3 Shows Buttigieg Has Staying Power
No LGBTQ-specific issues came up during the third national Democratic presidential debate Sept. 12. That, and the fact that LGBTQ issues have been barely [...]Read more about Debate 3 Shows Buttigieg Has Staying Power
A Mixed Bag for Buttigieg in Democratic Debate
Pete Buttigieg has won praise for his eloquence and debate skills over the course of his 2020 presidential run, but his performance Tuesday night during the [...]Read more about A Mixed Bag for Buttigieg in Democratic Debate
Harris Shines in Debate, but Racial Issues Haunt Buttigieg, Biden
Kamala Harris pulled off an impressive performance Thursday night during the Democratic presidential candidates debate as racial issues haunted Pete Buttigieg [...]Read more about Harris Shines in Debate, but Racial Issues Haunt Buttigieg, Biden
Poll: 70 Percent of U.S. Voters Willing to Vote for Gay Male President
With Pete Buttigieg continuing to show strong numbers in the Democratic presidential primary, a new poll has found 70 percent of voters would be open to voting [...]Read more about Poll: 70 Percent of U.S. Voters Willing to Vote for Gay Male President
Let's Win the Election First
If you are like me, your position on the 2020 presidential election might come down to this: You will elect any of the Democratic candidates for president, no [...]Read more about Let's Win the Election First
It's Official: Mayor Pete Buttigieg Declares 2020 Presidential Campaign
Before a crowd of adoring supporters in South Bend who braved the rain to hear him speak, Pete Buttigieg made his 2020 presidential campaign official by [...]Read more about It's Official: Mayor Pete Buttigieg Declares 2020 Presidential Campaign
News Analysis: The Implausible Success of Buttigieg's Campaign
Openly gay Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg has leapt into a surprisingly strong position in the latest poll of Iowa Democratic caucus-goers: [...]Read more about News Analysis: The Implausible Success of Buttigieg's Campaign
Buttigieg Claims $7 million in Fundraising for 2020 Campaign
Pete Buttigieg claimed a $7 million haul in first quarter fundraising for the exploratory committee for his 2020 presidential bid — an impressive score for an [...]Read more about Buttigieg Claims $7 million in Fundraising for 2020 Campaign
Detroit Barbershop Helps Patrons Express The Bearded Lady Within
One look at The Bearded Lady's waiting room – a bright, cheery space complete with a beer fridge, coffee maker, bookshelf, standing lamp and a backdrop of [...]Read more about Detroit Barbershop Helps Patrons Express The Bearded Lady Within
Independent Seeks Ballot Access for AG Race
Former Assistant U.S. Attorney Christopher Graveline is trying to get on the ballot as an independent candidate for state attorney general. But he has a [...]Read more about Independent Seeks Ballot Access for AG Race
Creep of the Week: Trump Voters
The other day I heard a self-proclaimed Democrat who voted for Trump say he didn't like Hillary. "Bernie would have won. We told them we wanted Bernie," he [...]Read more about Creep of the Week: Trump Voters
When There Were Seven
What We Learned About the Seven Candidates Vying to Be the Next Governor NEWS ANALYSIS Come Jan. 1 there will be a new governor, but for now, there are seven [...]Read more about When There Were Seven
Joy Reid's Cathartic Public Apology (Video)
Perhaps this is what is meant by the phrase "standing in your truth." MSNBC anchor Joy Reid's opening to her popular AM Joy Saturday morning show was riveting. [...]Read more about Joy Reid's Cathartic Public Apology (Video)
Dr. Abdul El-Sayed Challenges Tradition as Gubernatorial Candidate
He's an outsider with no formal elective office experience, but Dr. Abdul El-Sayed is the upstart candidate in the Democratic primary for governor. He is [...]Read more about Dr. Abdul El-Sayed Challenges Tradition as Gubernatorial Candidate
Deep Inside Hollywood
By Romeo San Vicente John Cusack is ex-gay Forget what you've heard about gay characters in films being no big deal in Hollywood anymore. Apparently, [...]Read more about Deep Inside Hollywood
Sanders Cancels Appearance at Women's Convention in Detroit
BY BTL STAFF U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders on Oct. 19 cancelled his appearance at the Women's Convention in Detroit this weekend just days after controversy [...]Read more about Sanders Cancels Appearance at Women's Convention in Detroit
Bernie Sanders to Speak at Inaugural Women's Convention
BY BTL STAFF The Women's March announced Oct. 12 that U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (D-VT) will be a featured speaker at the Women's Convention, which will take [...]Read more about Bernie Sanders to Speak at Inaugural Women's Convention
45 Senators Call on Mattis to Resist Trump's Transgender Military Ban
BY CHRIS JOHNSON, WASHINGTON BLADE Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand leads 45 senators in calling on the Pentagon to resist Trump on transgender military service. [...]Read more about 45 Senators Call on Mattis to Resist Trump's Transgender Military Ban
Sen. Warren's New Bill Could Give Gay Couples Refund on Back Taxes
BY CHRIS JOHNSON, WASHINGTON BLADE Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-has introduced legislation that could gay couples a refund on back taxes. A new bill led by Sen. [...]Read more about Sen. Warren's New Bill Could Give Gay Couples Refund on Back Taxes
An All-Purpose Hate Group
BY VICTOR LIEBERMAN Everyone knows that Donald Trump's election has given new life to racist and homophobic groups. But too few Ann Arborites know that one of [...]Read more about An All-Purpose Hate Group
Sen. Baldwin Prepares for Re-election Fight in 2018
by Chris Johnson, Washington Blade As Democrats gear up for the congressional mid-term elections in 2018, one race that will be critical for the LGBT [...]Read more about Sen. Baldwin Prepares for Re-election Fight in 2018
Raucus LGBT Caucus at MDP
BY BTL STAFF Mark LaChey, standing, was reelected chair of the LGBT & Allies Caucus of the Michigan Democratic Party and Jan Stevenson(seated from left) was [...]Read more about Raucus LGBT Caucus at MDP
