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.

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

37 Senators call on Obama to sign ENDA exec order

Letter touts directive as way to protect millions of workers

February 14, 2013 | 3 Comments

Gay couples discussed in Senate immigration hearing

Napolitano says no greater risk of fraud upon UAFA passage

February 13, 2013 | 1 Comment

Baldwin to support Hagel for Defense Secretary

Lesbian senator said she had 'very good discussion' with nominee

February 13, 2013 | 3 Comments

Mixed reviews for Obama’s State of the Union address

Speech mentions benefits for gay troops, but no overt call to pass ENDA

February 13, 2013 | 3 Comments

Senate passes LGBT-inclusive domestic violence bill

Advocates hail bipartisan vote; measure heads to House

February 12, 2013 | 6 Comments

Harkin promises to move ENDA this year

Action on legislation would build off Senate hearing

February 12, 2013 | 1 Comment

Biden: ‘Wait and see’ on gay couples in immigration reform

Vice President says administration 'made it clear' it should be done

February 11, 2013 | 2 Comments

Advocates urge Obama to issue ENDA executive order

GetEQUAL members gathered outside the White House ahead of Tuesday’s State of the Union

February 10, 2013 | 2 Comments