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.

Cain drops out of presidential race

Gay groups on right and left say candidate had to go

December 3, 2011 | 4 Comments

Will defense bill bar chaplains from marrying gay couples?

House, Senate legislation have provisions related to Pentagon guidance

December 2, 2011 | 1 Comment

‘Pinning-on’ ceremony ‘big deal’ for lesbian couple

Wallace to participate with same-sex partner at Pentagon event

December 1, 2011 | 7 Comments

Pro-LGBT Republican endorses Romney

Ros-Lehtinen co-sponsor of DOMA repeal

November 30, 2011 | 4 Comments

Frank embraces title of LGBT rights pioneer

Retiring gay lawmaker talks ENDA, 2012 election

November 29, 2011 | 5 Comments

Obama calls Frank a ‘fierce advocate’ for Americans

'He has stood up for the rights of LGBT Americans and fought to end discrimination against them.'

November 28, 2011 | 1 Comment

Frank retiring from Congress in 2012

Gay lawmaker not pursuing 17th term in U.S. House

November 28, 2011 | 3 Comments

Was Gingrich’s ‘humane’ immigration policy LGBT inclusive?

Candidate called on to endorse moratorium on DOMA deportations

November 23, 2011 | 3 Comments

MLB adopts pro-gay non-discrimination policy

Agreement allows gay players to come out

November 23, 2011 | 2 Comments

Bracing for cuts after supercommittee’s failure

LGBT, HIV/AIDS programs could face reductions

November 22, 2011 | 5 Comments