February 16, 2016
President Obama applauds Ellen’s role in changing hearts and minds
President Barack Obama praised Ellen for owning who she is, empowering others and changing hearts and minds towards the LGBT community.
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Reporting erases bi presence, community members at executive order signing
Though GLAAD reported on the role of bi community leaders on the historic day, bi advocates noted that most coverage from other outlets, including the Washington Post and the LA Times, referred to the executive order as an act for gay and transgender Americans, which is great, but unfortunately failed to recognize the "b" folks as well.
July 24, 2014
Tumblr Q&A on Friday with Valerie Jarrett: Conversation about Obama's executive order protecting LGBT workers
As an extension of the recent approval of the Executive Order and the President's overall dedication to LGBT equality, a Q&A will be held this Friday on the White House Tumblr.
June 16, 2014
Obama to sign executive action for workplace LGBT equality
President Obama is expected to sign the order, but it is unknown when he will do so.
April 25, 2014
by Agata Dera
VIDEO: Jason Collins appointed to the President's council on fitness, sports and nutrition
The first active gay pro NBA player Collins is joined by Misty Copeland, Alonzo H. Mourning, Jr.; Rachael Ray; and Robert Thomas Shepardson.
March 24, 2014
Pressure builds as 200+ lawmakers call on Obama to make ENDA a reality
More than 200 Democrats in congress have expressed interest in President Obama signing the Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA) into law via executive order.
January 16, 2014
by Agata Dera
Olympic Village mayors defend Russia's anti-LGBT law
Just weeks before the Opening Ceremonies in Sochi, Russia, Olympic Village "mayors" have spoken in favor of the anti-LGBT "propaganda law."
December 18, 2013
The White House shares 5 ways Obamacare helps the LGBT community
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) is being cited by the White House as an example of the government's work towards equality for LGBT people in the country, and an infographic explains how.
November 13, 2013
Obama to his home state: "Marriage equality makes me proud, our country stronger"
The president had quite a few words of praise for Hawaii, which earlier this week became the 16th state to welcome marriage equality. PinkNews, Gay Star News, LGBT Weekly, and The Huffington Post are among the many sources sharing his message.
March 1, 2013
Amicus briefs in DOMA/Prop 8 Cases reveal broad coalition in support of marriage
Yesterday was the last day to file amicus briefs for the upcoming Supreme Court hearings on both the so-called 'Defen
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