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Parents of Matthew Shepard Represent Wyoming at the Democratic National Convention

The second night of the Democratic National Convention had some major appearances, including the parents…

Joe Biden Officiates Gay Wedding

This past weekend, Joe Biden officiated a wedding between a gay staff member of the…

Why Would DNC Leaders Throw Shade at Black and LGBT Donors?

Thanks to a nearly 20,000-strong email Wikileak from top members of the Democratic National Committee,…

Obama accepts nomination, defends rights of minorities

Obama stressed the importance of economic recovery without hurting working Americans. “You can choose a future where we reduce our deficit without wrecking our middle class,” he said.

Michelle Obama asks LGBT DNC guests for election help

First Lady Michelle Obama was an honored guest this afternoon at a Human Rights Campaign and Gay and Lesbian Victory Fund luncheon to honor LGBT elected officials.

DNC 2012 Diary: Polis, first lady share personalized stories of American dream

Yesterday’s events at the DNC were full of visions and stories of the American dream — that included LGBT people.

LGBT caucus energizes delegates and guests

Story by James Nichols CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Hundreds of LGBT Democratic National Convention delegates and…

Historic Democratic platform calls for expanded LGBT rights

The Democrat’s plank, approved Tuesday, embraces rights and inclusion for LGBT in historic proportions.

DNC delegates and guests arrive in Charlotte

On the eve of LGBT history, delegates arrive for DNC and let loose.

Democrats unveil historic pro-LGBT party platform

The platform calls for the repeal of the Defense of Marriage Act, supports the Employment Non- Discrimination Act, which would prohibit workplace discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity, and protections for LGBT bi-national couples threatened with deportation.