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.

Clinton: LGBT-inclusion ‘the smart thing’ for U.S. foreign policy

Secretary speaks before LGBT Foreign Service officers

November 28, 2012 | 2 Comments

Hispanic caucus seeks UAFA-inclusive immigration reform

Protections for same-sex couples No. 2 on set of principles

November 28, 2012 | 5 Comments

Transgender N.H. state representative-elect reconsiders decision to resign

Stacie Laughton plans to step down after a newspaper reported she pleaded guilty to credit card fraud.

November 28, 2012 | Comments Off

U.S. officials dispute media reports on Uganda anti-gay bill

Embassy says legislation not yet out of committee

November 27, 2012 | 10 Comments

Obama nominates lesbian Latina judge to Pa. court

Quiñones serves as judge on Philadelphia County Court

November 27, 2012 | 4 Comments

U.S. envoy meets Ugandan leaders over anti-gay bill

State Dept. reiterates concerns over legislation

November 26, 2012 | 2 Comments

Morgan Freeman asserts ‘mandate’ for LGBT equality in TV ad

Gay couples, images of civil rights leaders shown

November 25, 2012 | 1 Comment

Uganda headed toward passing draconian anti-gay legislation

Activist wants demonstrations at Ugandan embassies across the globe

November 23, 2012 | 9 Comments

Labor Sec’y calls for reflection on anti-trans violence

Solis issues statement on Transgender Day of Remembrance

November 20, 2012 | Comments Off

Newly elected out House members talk LGBT issues

Takano wants Obama to revisit ENDA executive order

November 20, 2012 | Comments Off