The latest LGBT political news and analysis from Chris Johnson and the team at the Washington Blade. LGBT politics, policy, election news, campaigns, legislation, litigation, strategy and more.

White House Pride reception set for June 13

Event marks first celebration in Obama's second term

May 24, 2013 | 1 Comment

Lesbian EEOC commissioner re-nominated for 2nd term

Feldblum credited with ruling protecting trans workers from discrimination

May 24, 2013 | Leave a comment

Obama praises Boy Scouts, but hopes for more change

White House 'welcomes' end on youth ban as first step

May 24, 2013 | Leave a comment

Did Obama ask Leahy to delay gay-inclusive immigration reform?

White House spokesperson says he's 'not aware' of any conversation

May 22, 2013 | 8 Comments

Democrats, gay advocates blast Virginia GOP ticket

Cuccinelli, Jackson and Obenshein 'openly hostile' to LGBT residents

May 22, 2013 | Leave a comment

Leahy withholds amendments for gay couples in immigration bill

In tearful speeches, Dems says time is wrong for measures

May 21, 2013 | 9 Comments

Tensions high as Senate panel considers immigration reform

Some advocates pessimistic about gay-inclusive bill

May 21, 2013 | Leave a comment

Gay judicial nominee confirmed to Oregon federal court

McShane becomes sixth openly gay person to serve on federal bench

May 21, 2013 | Leave a comment

Sally Ride to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom

White House designates 10 LGBT officials as 'Harvey Milk Champions of Change'

May 20, 2013 | Leave a comment

‘Love Song’ singer to headline LGBT DNC gala

Bareilles joins Jason Collins, Michelle Obama for annual event

May 20, 2013 | Leave a comment