After years of escalating cruelty, racism is no longer implied. It is posted openly, defended quietly, and enabled by those who still refuse to speak out.
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OutSmart magazine unequivocally condemns the arrest of veteran journalist Don Lemon as a violation of press freedom. The targeting of any journalist for doing their job strikes at the very core of democratic society, but…
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Equality Texas board member Jack McBride reflects on Brad Pritchett’s appointment as permanent CEO and highlights his statewide organizing and legislative achievements.
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Allyship is not a trend or a season. OutSmart contributor Sarah Gish reflects on a lifetime of standing with LGBTQ people and the urgency of speaking out against hate.
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Ten years after Obergefell v. Hodges, advocates urge a shift in language—away from "same-sex marriage" and toward "marriage equality"—to reflect the constitutional truth: marriage is one institution, not separate categories.
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Judge Jerry Simoneaux shares a deeply personal Pride Month essay reflecting on the AIDS crisis, community survival, and the ongoing fight for LGBTQ rights across generations. A call for visibility, resilience, and unity in uncertain…
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With 205 anti-LGBTQ bills filed, the 89th Texas Legislative Session marks the most aggressive wave of attacks in state history.
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The recent revelation that Donald Trump posted an image featuring a pink triangle overlaid with a “prohibited” sign on his Truth Social page is both alarming and deeply offensive. The pink triangle, originally used by…
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The LGBTQIA+ community faces attacks on their rights, from the US to Australia. Threats to healthcare and well-being are escalating, impacting mental health and suicide rates.
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Texas' lack of access to long-acting, injectable HIV treatments for uninsured or under-insured Texans living with HIV is a critical issue.
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