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.

Pro-LGBT congresswoman shot

Among members of Congress targeted by Palin

January 8, 2011 | 4 Comments

New D.C. Council member backs same-sex marriage

Sekou Biddle wins appointment to at-large seat

January 7, 2011 | 1 Comment

Gates wants quick implementation of ‘Don’t Ask’ repeal

Defense secretary envisions three-step process

January 7, 2011 | Comments Off

Gates working to implement ‘Don’t Ask’ repeal

No timeline, but ‘this is high on his agenda’

January 6, 2011 | 4 Comments

National news in brief

Palin Tweets, New Mexico considers marriage recognition and more

January 6, 2011 | Comments Off

Congress gets 4th openly gay member

Cicilline sworn in on ‘historic day for LGBT Americans’

January 5, 2011 | Comments Off

‘Don’t Ask’ repeal a tough act to follow

ENDA, marriage up next — but how long will they take?

December 22, 2010 | 5 Comments

HISTORIC: Obama signs ‘Don’t Ask’ repeal

Implementation process for open service must follow

December 22, 2010 | 1 Comment

Obama to sign ‘Don’t Ask’ repeal Wednesday

Gibbs says implementation process underway

December 20, 2010 | Comments Off

Obama: Senate took ‘historic step’ on ‘Don’t Ask’ repeal

POTUS urges Congress to send bill to his desk

December 18, 2010 | 3 Comments