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.

GOP at a crossroads as conservatives meet

Some optimistic party will evolve, embrace marriage equality

March 13, 2013 | 1 Comment

Does Obama’s Cabinet lack diversity?

Black Caucus criticizes makeup; LGBT advocates still looking to smash glass ceiling

March 12, 2013 | Comments Off

Carney unsure if Obama will lobby Congress on ENDA

No updates on anti-LGBT discrimination executive order

March 11, 2013 | 2 Comments

Obama signs LGBT-inclusive domestic violence bill

VAWA has non-discrimination rules, provides grants to LGBT programs

March 7, 2013 | 3 Comments

Obama cements legacy as ‘fierce advocate’

But supporters look for more advances after stand against DOMA, Prop 8

March 7, 2013 | 1 Comment

Senate panel advances two gay judicial nominees

McShane, Quinones reported out favorably by voice vote

March 7, 2013 | 4 Comments

Sotomayor responds to 6th grader’s letter on marriage

Justice won't comment on cases, but tells student to 'dream big'

March 6, 2013 | 4 Comments

Romney still opposes marriage equality

Former GOP hopeful holds position as advisers come out against Prop 8

March 5, 2013 | 6 Comments

Senate confirms first openly gay Asian-American to federal bench

Chen takes seat on N.Y. federal district court

March 4, 2013 | 6 Comments

Anti-gay military bill introduced in U.S. House

Reaffirms troops won't be punished for beliefs concerning sexuality

March 4, 2013 | 20 Comments