Same-Sex Marriage Not Enough: Refocusing the Fight for LGBT Equality
By: Nicole Lashomb/TRT Editor-in-Chief— Despite the U.S. Supreme Court’s marriage equality ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges, LGBT activists agree that there are still more battles…
By: Nicole Lashomb/TRT Editor-in-Chief— Despite the U.S. Supreme Court’s marriage equality ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges, LGBT activists agree that there are still more battles…
Conservatives are telling the story; controlling the media; right-wing fear mongering in effect Upcoming Ballot Referendum Could Set The Tone For Media Coverage Of Non-Discrimination Fights Houston looks set to become…
By: Fenway Health— When a child comes out to a parent, it can be a difficult time for everyone involved. Parents may feel torn between…
Equality Federation Hails Historic Legislation to Ensure All Americans Are Free From Unfair Discrimination CHARLOTTE, NC—Today the Equality Act was introduced by Senator Jeff Merkley…
By: Mikey Rox*/Special to TRT— We’re just about halfway through summer, and chances are you’ve worn yourself out – even though you don’t dare show…
By: Christine Nicco/TRT Reporter— Today, the Defense Secretary Ashton Carter issued a statement that will lift the transgender military ban pending a six-month study to move onto…
By: Sara Brown/TRT Assistant Editor— Some lawmakers in Massachusetts are trying to combat the gender wage gap in the state. A bill was filed by…
BOSTON, Mass.—Yesterday, hundreds of people gathered at a MassEquality and community event at the front steps of the Massachusetts State House to celebrate the U.S….
By: Editorial Staff— In a historic decision, the High Court has ruled 5-4 that same-sex marriage is legal across the nation. Justice Kennedy wrote the…
LOS ANGELES, Calif.—Point Foundation (Point) is awarding new scholarships to 36 students who have demonstrated academic excellence and leadership in their communities, despite facing obstacles…
WASHINGTON—U.S. Secretary of Labor Thomas E. Perez will induct civil rights leader and worker rights equality pioneer Frank Kameny into the Department of Labor’s Hall…
By: Sara Brown/TRT Assistant Editor— BOSTON, Mass.—Thousands of online users and organizations across the state and nation took to the streets and stormed the internet responding…
BOSTON, Mass.—On the corner of Boylston and Charles Street in Downtown Boston, about a dozen LGBTQ activists of Color and allies participated in a sit-in…
Bridesmaids actress talks Hollywood discrimination, playing gay and drag-inspired Spy role By: Chris Azzopardi*/Special to TRT— Rose Byrne is up to no good again. After…
[Updated Story, including RI PrideFest, originally ran on TRT’s April 2, ’15 issue] By: Lauren Walleser/TRT Assistant Editor— BOSTON, Mass.—After a winter for the record books,…
By: Christine Nicco/TRT Reporter— This is Caitlyn. Gorgeous. Out. Fresh. Radiant. Courageous. “Caitlyn doesn’t have any secrets. As soon as the Vanity Fair cover comes…
PHILADELPHIA, Penn.—Organizers announced today that Comcast Corporation is the lead marketing sponsor of the National LGBT 50th Anniversary Celebration. Comcast is providing $1.5 million worth…
By: Mikey Rox*/Special to TRT— Skip Palm Springs, forget Fire Island and put P-Town on hold. This year, you’re headed to a new LGBT-friendly…
NASHVILLE, Tenn.—On June 12, 2015, Antigone Rising along with other artists and celebrities from across the country will come together to support LGBT acceptance at…
By: Chris Azzopardi*/Special to TRT— Lily Tomlin is watching Jane Fonda weep. As the showbiz icon releases a steady stream of waterworks – she’s “wiping tears…
By: Christine Nicco/TRT Reporter— Founded in 1972, PFLAG is the nation’s largest family and ally organization serving the LGBTQ community with over 350 chapters across…
By: The Seattle Lesbian— As the country awaits the Supreme Court’s ruling on marriage equality, over 100 national, local and state-based LGBTQ organizations across the…
By: Michael Adams and Jonathan Jacob Nadler*— For more than thirty years, Kathy Murphy and Sam Baker lived together in a committed relationship. However, because Kathy…