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 still has no comment on Prop 8

Obama says DOJ 'looking' at filing a brief

February 21, 2013 | Comments Off

Huntsman comes out for marriage equality

Former presidential hopeful urges conservatives to advance rights

February 21, 2013 | 4 Comments

Still waiting for first LGBT Cabinet appointment

'Muted' pressure as Perez said to be considered for labor secretary

February 20, 2013 | Comments Off

54 groups to Obama: Time to act on ENDA order

Pressure builds on Obama to protect LGBT workers from discrimination

February 20, 2013 | 5 Comments

Million-dollar ad campaign to promote marriage equality

Bipartisan group of public figures has singular message: 'It's time for marriage'

February 20, 2013 | 2 Comments

59 percent of Americans oppose DOMA: poll

More oppose anti-gay law than those who support marriage equality

February 19, 2013 | 13 Comments

Obama awards Citizens Medal to PFLAG founder

President says sense of citizenship binds diverse nation

February 15, 2013 | Comments Off

Cuccinelli reaffirms opposition to same-sex marriage

Doesn't see Va. anti-gay law changing 'anytime soon'

February 15, 2013 | 5 Comments

Obama strikes cautious tone on immigration reform

Says he won't be 'heavy handed' as Congress drafts bill

February 15, 2013 | 3 Comments

Shaheen honors lesbian guardsman in Senate floor speech

Legislation introduced to provide equal benefits for gay troops

February 14, 2013 | 1 Comment