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In Ron DeSantis’s Florida, voters just elected the state’s first out transgender woman
Features/ Top Stories/ Transgender / Transsexual Quinnie Pérez made history Tuesday night, becoming the first out transgenderwoman elected to public office in Florida after winning Seat 1 on the Orange County Soil and Water Conservation District board. Pérez will join the district’s nonpartisan, volunteer board in January. The board helps promote conservation and the responsible management of local soil and water resources.
Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd Are “Not Together Anymore” Original
Dallas Wings stars Azzi Fudd and Paige Bueckers announced they are no longer dating — and as it turns out, they haven’t been together for over a year. In a new episode of Fudd’s podcast, Fuddin’ Around, released November 6, the former couple shared that they have broken up. “Well, before we continue with anything else, Paige and I have something that we want to share with everyone. We are no longer together. I don’t know how else to say that,” Fudd said.
Allison Montgomery wins race to become Alabama’s first transgender state lawmaker
Features/ Top Stories/ Transgender / Transsexual In a historic win, Democrat Allison Montgomery defeated Republican incumbent State Rep. Phillip Rigsby for a seat representing Alabama’s House District 25 on Tuesday night, becoming the state’s first transgender legislator. According to the Associated Press, which called the race, Montgomery leads Rigsby 53 to 47 percent with over 95 percent of the estimated vote counted.
Red, White, and Royal Blue Tsunami? How Casey McQuiston Predicted “Blexas” Original
This article contains spoilers for the plot of Red, White, & Royal Blue — and for the results of the 2026 U.S. midterm elections, but you’ve probably heard about those. Americans across the country are rejoicing after Texas flipped blue, electing James Talarico as the state’s first Democratic senator in decades and Gina Hinojosa as governor.
Vermont voters deliver LGBTQ+ rights victory with constitutional protections
National/ News/ Top Stories Vermont voters approved a constitutional amendment Tuesday explicitly protecting LGBTQ+ people against discrimination, delivering a victory for civil rights advocates seeking stronger state safeguards against unequal treatment. The Associated Press called the result just after 11 p.m. Eastern on Tuesday.
Vermont voters deliver LGBTQ+ rights victory with constitutional protections Original
Vermont voters approved a constitutional amendment Tuesday explicitly protecting LGBTQ+ people against discrimination, delivering a victory for civil rights advocates seeking stronger state safeguards against unequal treatment. The Associated Press called the result just after 11 p.m. Eastern on Tuesday. Proposal 4 adds explicit equal protection guarantees covering sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, along with race, ethnicity, sex, religion, disability and national origin.
In Ron DeSantis’s Florida, voters just elected the state’s first out transgender woman Original
Quinnie Pérez made history Tuesday night, becoming the first out transgender woman elected to public office in Florida after winning Seat 1 on the Orange County Soil and Water Conservation District board. Pérez will join the district’s nonpartisan, volunteer board in January. The board helps promote conservation and the responsible management of local soil and water resources.
Allison Montgomery wins race to become Alabama’s first transgender state lawmaker Original
In a historic win, Democrat Allison Montgomery defeated Republican incumbent State Rep. Phillip Rigsby for a seat representing Alabama’s House District 25 on Tuesday night, becoming the state’s first transgender legislator. According to the Associated Press, which called the race, Montgomery leads Rigsby 53 to 47 percent with over 95 percent of the estimated vote counted. Montgomery is one of three Northern Alabama seats flipped in Tuesday night’s blue wave, per local state publication AL.com.
Bisexual Pennsylvania state legislator and disability rights advocate Jessica Benham secures fourth term
Follow Bisexual Pennsylvania state legislator and disability rights advocate Jessica Benham secures fourth term Wed, November 4, 2026 at 9:18 AM EST Bisexual lawmaker Jessica Benham won her reelection campaign to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in the state's 36th district, defeating Republican opponent Timothy McCune and securing a fourth term. First elected in 2020, Benham is the first out LGBTQ+ woman elected to the Pennsylvania General Assembly, as well as the first autistic person.
Becca Balint, co-chair of the Congressional Equality Caucus, wins reelection in Vermont Original
Vermont Democratic Congresswoman Becca Balint successfully defended her seat for the state’s at-large congressional district, defeating Republican opponent Gerald Malloy and earning her third term in the U.S. House of Representatives. The first woman and openly LGBTQ+ Vermonter to represent the state in Congress, Balint ran on a platform of affordable housing, improved mental healthcare, and protecting voting rights.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey wins reelection after strengthening protections for trans health care Original
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey defeated Republican Mike Minogue to win a second term, extending the tenure of one of the nation’s first out lesbian governors. Decision Desk HQ called the election at 10:13 p.m. Eastern time on Tuesday night. With 24 percent of the vote counted, Healey had 63 percent compared with Minogue’s 33 percent. Independent candidate Andrea James had received under four percent of the vote.
Lesbian Delaware lawmaker Claire Snyder-Hall wins reelection in Rehoboth Beach district
Follow Lesbian Delaware lawmaker Claire Snyder-Hall wins reelection in Rehoboth Beach district Tue, November 3, 2026 at 9:29 PM EST Delaware state Rep. Claire Snyder-Hall has won a second term representing the coastal communities around Rehoboth Beach, returning an out lesbian and longtime democracy advocate to a legislature grappling with questions about civil rights, affordability, and the reach of the Trump administration.
Nonbinary Delaware state representative DeShanna Neal wins reelection Original
Nonbinary Delaware state representative DeShanna Neal secured their seat for District 13 after running unopposed. Neal was first elected to the Delaware Statehouse in 2022, making them the state’s first-ever nonbinary elected official, and won reelection in 2024. Decision Desk HQ called their 2026 midterm win at 8 p.m. Eastern on Tuesday. They ran on a progressive platform focused on accessibility, housing rights, education and other issues, earning endorsements from LGBTQ+ groups.
Elon Musk Posts Aspirational AI Photo of Anakin Skywalker. You Know, the Allegorical Nazi Pipeline Character
Elon Musk is blowing a right-wing dogwhistle ahead of the midterm elections by posting what appear to be AI-generated images of Star Wars antihero Anakin Skywalker sitting for a Sith family portrait. “This is what they stole from us,” Musk wrote on X, accompanying a doctored image of Anakin Skywalker with his wife Padmé Amidala and his two children, Luke Skywalker and Princess Leia. The faces on the children mirror those of the adult actors who played them, namely Mark Hamill and Carrie Fisher.
So you want to have sex with the dual-hole Dune 3 popcorn bucket. Here's how
This story originally appeared on Them. The Dune franchise is truly the film trilogy that keeps on giving, literally. The popcorn buckets for the third installment, Dune: Part Three, have just been previewed and one variant includes two silicone openings that make it “easier to share,” per AMC’s press release, among other features.
Multiple I Kissed a Girl Contestants Say Show Omitted Storylines Involving Castmates of Color
Several cast members from series 2 of the now-canceled sapphic reality dating show I Kissed a Girl have alleged that the final edit of the show that aired on the BBC depicted them in ways that they felt were racist and at times censorious, according to public posts they have made on social media.
So You Want to Have Sex With the Dual-Hole Dune 3 Popcorn Bucket. Here’s How
The Dune franchise is truly the film trilogy that keeps on giving, literally. The popcorn buckets for the third installment, Dune: Part Three, have just been previewed and one variant includes two silicone openings that make it “easier to share,” per AMC’s press release, among other features. The first variant is called the “Sandworm Thumper,” named after the device used to call sandworms in the film franchise, and features a “functioning thumper design,” per AMC.
Dolores Huerta, labor icon and longtime LGBTQ+ ally, dies at 96
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Dolores Huerta, labor icon and longtime LGBTQ+ ally, dies at 96 Original
Dolores Huerta, the labor rights activist, civil rights leader, and United Farm Workers co-founder, died Wednesday surrounded by family at her home in Bakersfield, California. She was 96. Family spokesperson Erik Olvera told The Associated Press that she died of breast cancer. “As you can imagine, this is an incredibly difficult time for us, and we ask for privacy as we grieve this incredible loss to our family,” Huerta’s family said in a statement.
BioWare Employee Says Company Was Asked to Remove LGBTQ+ Flag From Mass Effect Universe
Employees of the recently shuttered video game company BioWare say they were asked to remove a flag from the now-canceled Mass Effect Universe game for looking too similar to an LGBTQ+ Pride flag.
Erika Hilton, One of Brazil's First Trans Legislators, Celebrates Lula's Presidential Victory Original
Erika Hilton, one of the first trans people in Brazil elected to the country’s National Congress, is celebrating the reelection of President Luiz Inácio da Silva, known mononymously as Lula, in the face of a challenge from far-right candidate, Flávio Bolsonaro. Hilton had played a prominent role in Lula’s campaign against the younger Bolsonaro, son of former president Jair Bolsonaro, whom Lula previously defeated in 2022. “That’s my president.
Researchers Say Breakups Might Make Some People More Open to Exploring Their Sexuality
Romantic breakups — especially those involving long-term relationships — can be seismically life-altering. They may lead some people to reconsider their priorities, their lifestyle, and even their sexual orientation, according to new data.
Chrishell Stause and G Flip Have Separated After 4 Years
In a tearful, heartful video to Instagram, reality television star Chrishell Stause announced that she and her spouse, nonbinary Australian drummer G Flip, have separated after 4 years. “I have a pretty humbling update to share with your guys,” she said in a video posted to Instagram on Monday afternoon. “G and I are no longer together and we have agreed to treat this public separation with love and respect for each other.
Chrishell Stause and G Flip have separated after 4 years
12:51 PM PT -- G Flip has broken their silence on the break up ... saying, " I will always love her, we will always share a special connection and I …
The Sexiest Queer Horror Movies of All Time
There’s no getting around it: Horror is a horny genre, and some of the best horror movies are also the sexiest. There’s already a very thin line between being scared and getting turned on. Couple that with horror’s focus on the outsider, and it’s no surprise that queers in search of late-night thrills often choose to put on a scary movie.
Chrishell Stause’s lawyers will be watching Selling Sunset for her: ‘Don’t defame me, I will sue you’
This story originally appeared on Them. Chrishell Stause will not be tuning in to season 10 of Netflix reality series Selling Sunset. Her lawyers, on the other hand, will be watching closely. During a red carpet interview for The Hollywood Reporter’s Creator A-list party on October 21, the Selling Sunset alum shared that she will not be watching the series following her dramatic exit following the show’s season nine reunion. “I hope they have an amazing season,” she said.
Chrishell Stause’s Lawyers Will Be Watching Selling Sunset for Her: “Don’t Defame Me, I Will Sue You”
Chrishell Stause will not be tuning in to season 10 of Netflix reality series Selling Sunset. Her lawyers, on the other hand, will be watching closely. During a red carpet interview for The Hollywood Reporter’s Creator A-list party on October 21, the Selling Sunset alum shared that she will not be watching the series following her dramatic exit following the show’s season nine reunion. “I hope they have an amazing season,” she said.
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Amber Glenn Is Staying True to Herself While Chasing the Mirrorball Original
Amber Glenn made history in 2024 as the first out queer woman to win a U.S. figure skating title, proudly draping herself in a Progress Pride flag during her victory lap on the ice. Now, after winning Olympic gold earlier this year, Glenn is turning to her queerness as a source of inspiration as she vies for a new honor: the coveted Dancing with the Stars Mirrorball Trophy.
The 2026 Out100: Sonya Passi
Experiencing abuse, especially as a queer person, can make it feel like there are no ways out of a vulnerable situation. That’s why Sonya Passi strives to equip survivors with the tools they need to exit abusive relationships. Since she was 16 years old, Passi has been trying to create a world free of gender-based violence, one survivor at a time. “We don’t have to live in a world where one in two women and trans people are subjected to gender-based violence,” she says.
The 2026 Out100: Zahara Bassett
When Zahara Bassett created Life Is Work, a trans-led social service nonprofit advancing safety, wellness, housing, and justice for LGBTQ+ communities, she wasn’t just trying to build an organization. For Bassett, the vital work of equipping queer and trans people with the resources they need to thrive is deeply personal. A lifelong Chicagoan and advocate, Bassett wants to preserve trans history and revitalize neighborhoods to better serve LGBTQ+ people.
The 2026 Out100: Shahem Mclaurin
In a world that broadly stigmatizes conversations on mental health, it can be hard to have necessary conversations. But licensed therapist Shahem Mclaurin is working to change that. With over 700,000 followers and counting on TikTok, their videos about trauma, the foster care system, and the financial obstacles to getting therapy frequently go viral.
The 2026 Out100: Taylor Ortega
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Billions star Asia Kate Dillon says they must return to service industry because acting work is 'all but' gone
This story originally appeared on Them. Actor Asia Kate Dillon shared an urgent plea to find work in the service industry, saying that acting jobs have all but dried up for transgender and nonbinary talent in recent years. Best known for their groundbreaking role as Taylor Mason on the Showtime drama Billions, Dillon became the first nonbinary main character in a North American television series in 2017.
‘Billions’ Star Asia Kate Dillon Says They Must Return to Service Industry, Acting Work Is “All But” Gone
1 hour ago The Rock is switching things up. Dwayne Johnson has ditched his signature bald head for curly gray hair and a matching beard. The 54-year-old actor has transformed his look for a new role in Benny Safdie’s forthcoming film, Lizard Music. On October 20, Johnson was spotted showing off his new look …
Why Is Everyone Talking About Renée Rapp on Call Her Daddy ? The Controversy, Explained
A recirculated clip of lesbian pop star Renée Rapp has sparked a firestorm of renewed discourse on the sapphic internet. In the clip, pulled from an August 2025 interview with Alex Cooper on her megapopular podcast Call Her Daddy, the host asks Rapp to disclose “the most lesbian thing” about her. Rapp responds by referring to a conversation she says she had with her girlfriend and fellow musician Towa Bird. “Towa said this to me the other day. She was like, ‘You are so fucking gay.
Billions Star Asia Kate Dillon Says They Must Return to Service Industry Because Acting Work Is “All But” Gone
Actor Asia Kate Dillon shared an urgent plea to find work in the service industry, saying that acting jobs have all but dried up for transgender and nonbinary talent in recent years. Best known for their groundbreaking role as Taylor Mason on the Showtime drama Billions, Dillon became the first nonbinary main character in a North American television series in 2017.
Kim Petras Wants Everyone to Stop Being “Weird” and “Gross” About Hunter Schafer’s Bottom Surgery Original
Kim Petras is not having all the weird comments about Hunter Schafer’s body. Model and actress Hunter Schafer opened up about her experience with bottom surgery in an Elle cover story published Monday. Unfortunately, in the short timeframe since the article’s publication, people have already taken advantage of Schafer’s vulnerability to make line-crossing comments about her body — and Kim Petras has thoughts.
Are Trans People More Susceptible to Cardiovascular Disease? Researchers Still Have Questions Original
Trans people know that our unique health concerns are understudied. Just look at how many of us resort to Reddit forums as a source of anecdotal medical knowledge. Now, researchers are sounding the alarm on just how dangerous this lack of research can be for our heart health.
How Can Queer Artists Survive in NYC? A New Incubator Is Looking to Warhol for Inspiration
New York City has long been the de facto artistic capital of the United States. From Andy Warhol to Jean-Michel Basquiat to Audre Lorde, burgeoning artists have been inspired by the metropolis for decades, using it as a backdrop to actualize their visions. But as prices skyrocket, gentrification pushes out entire communities, and many artists find themselves unable to make a living, let alone get their projects off the ground, how are creative endeavors meant to flourish?
Orville Peck Says He Has Dated Gay Guys Who Remind Him of Street Fighter's Vega Original
Country star Orville Peck has made a name for himself not just as an artist, but as an advocate for gay rights. But during his feature film acting debut as Vega in the adaptation of beloved video game Street Fighter, the masked singer gets the chance to represent gay wrongs. Peck tells Them that he grew up playing the iconic 1987 fighting game with his older brothers.
Kendall Jenner Denies She’s a Lesbian, Says Cara Delevingne “Out of Everyone, Would Know”
Much to the chagrin of sapphic internet sleuths with a strong parasocial interest in the Kardashian-Jenner universe, model and tequila tycoon Kendall Jenner has shut down long-standing rumors that she is a lesbian. Jenner addressed the oft-repeated claim about her sexuality during a conversation with supermodel, actress, and out lesbian Cara Delevingne during an episode of the new season of The Kardashians.
In unsurprising news, anti-trans attacks on WNBA were ‘pushed for clicks’ on X
This story originally appeared on Them. Despite conservative pundits framing transgender inclusion in the WNBA as the latest flashpoint in a growing “culture war,” a new data analysis found that the actual opposition to trans athletes in the league has been largely exaggerated.
J.K. Rowling’s Fame and “Bitter Online Exchanges” Will Be Focus of New BBC Documentary
The BBC announced Tuesday it is creating a two-part documentary about Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling’s rise to popularity as a beloved figure in children’s literature and the subsequent controversy over her anti-transgender views, encompassing the last several decades of her life. The two-part film will analyze Rowling’s trend of “bitter online exchanges” on issues such as Scottish independence and gender identity, per the British broadcasting giant.
Ashton Lansdell and Aliyah Binford Are Proudly Each Other’s WAGs
As if ripped from the plot of a romance novel, women’s professional baseball player Ashton Lansdell and professional softball player Aliyah Binford are stealing the hearts of queer sports fans with their couples content. Naturally, the sapphic internet is eating it up.
Is LGBTQ+ Identification Really in “Free Fall” Among Teenagers? The Data, Explained
Conservatives rejoiced this week after the Washington Post reported that 2025 data from the U.S. Centers by Disease Control and Prevention appears to indicate that LGBTQ+ identification among young teenagers has dropped over the past few years. But even in the Post’s own reporting, researchers suggest that the data — taken from the CDC’s Youth Risk Behavior Survey — paints a more complicated picture.
A Year After a Virginia University Cut Trans Youth Care, Its Own Scholars Publish Study on Harms of Transphobia Original
A year after Virginia Commonwealth University Hospital ended its gender-affirming care program for transgender youth, researchers from the same institution have released a study measuring the negative impacts of anti-transgender legislation on the health of trans people in the U.S..
Sophie Cunningham Claimed She Wasn’t “Hating” on Trans People. Her New Hat Suggests Otherwise
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham remains at the center of a culture war around transgender participation in women’s sports. But since the publication of her consequential July profile with ESPN, in which she said she opposed trans inclusion because she wanted to “protect young girls”— a common anti-trans dog whistle — Cunningham has maintained that her views are not hateful. “I got a lot of negative feedback about me hating trans,” Cunningham said in the profile.
NYC Plans to Allocate Nearly $9 Million to Youth Trans Care
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is planning to allocate $8.9 million to healthcare nonprofits in the city to provide gender-affirming care services to patients under 18. The move comes in light of several major hospital systems in the metropolis ceasing their transgender youth health programs over the last year in response to mounting pressure from the Trump administration, leaving some trans youth in New York City with diminished access to care.
Trans Youth Aren’t the Only Ones Suffering in Trump 2.0. So Are Their Affirming Parents
The job of parents has always been to keep their children as safe as possible, but what happens when an entire presidential administration has made your family the target of its political animus? For parents of transgender children, this question isn’t a hypothetical nightmare scenario; it’s their reality.
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