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.

‘Love Song’ singer to headline LGBT DNC gala

Bareilles joins Jason Collins, Michelle Obama for annual event

May 20, 2013 | Leave a comment

Dems seeking to delay gay-inclusive immigration reform?

LGBT groups seek White House response to 'alarming' report

May 18, 2013 | 5 Comments

U.S. ambassador to U.N. observes IDAHO

'Human rights are universal and must be protected for all'

May 17, 2013 | 1 Comment

Former Obama official calls for ENDA executive order

Gay ex-USAID staffer says president should build on his pro-LGBT record

May 17, 2013 | 3 Comments

Schumer receives 6,500 names calling for gay-inclusive reform

N.Y. senator is lone committee Dem to withhold support for inclusive bill

May 16, 2013 | 4 Comments

Gay GOP former congressman to marry on Saturday

Kolbe to marry partner in private D.C. ceremony

May 16, 2013 | 12 Comments

10 years later, another Supreme wait

Attorneys for landmark gay rights cases compare their significance to pending lawsuits

May 15, 2013 | 1 Comment

Eyes on Schumer in push for gay-inclusive immigration bill

N.Y. senator won't commit support; Hatch urges Leahy to withhold amendments

May 10, 2013 | Leave a comment

In first, Pocan obtains congressional spousal ID for same-sex partner

House Sergeant at Arms made decision last month

May 9, 2013 | 13 Comments

1 year later: A look back at Obama’s support for marriage

Observers say announcement helped lead to success at the ballot

May 9, 2013 | 8 Comments