LGBTQ
Coverage of LGBTQ in the Nexus archive.
- Smithsonian history museum chief rejects White House criticism of its leaders as radical activists
The director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History rejected a White House report that labeled the museum's leadership as radical activists. The report criticized the museum for not presenting history in an inspiring manner and accused it of promoting divisive narratives. The director defended the museum's approach, emphasizing the inclusion of diverse voices without erasing history.
- Kamala Harris briefly reemerges from political wilderness at notorious LA gay bar The Abbey
Kamala Harris briefly reemerges from political wilderness at The Abbey, a notable LGBTQ destination in Southern California.
- Africa: 'Avoid Using the Term' - Oxfam in Africa Retracts LGBTQ Censorship Guide
Oxfam in Africa has retracted a LGBTQ censorship guide and is accused of departing from the values of the Oxfam Confederation.
- Ghana approves law criminalizing LGBTQ promotion activities
Ghana's parliament passed a law criminalizing LGBTQ promotion activities, imposing prison terms for individuals involved in such advocacy. The law is described as one of the most repressive anti-LGBTQ measures in Africa.
- Ghana parliament approves 'anti-LGBTQ' law, awaiting president's signature
Ghana's parliament approved a law making the promotion, sponsorship, or intentional support of LGBTQ activities punishable by three to five years in prison. The law awaits ratification by President John Mahama.
- Democrat infighting erupts as Colin Allred slammed for defeating LGBTQ congresswoman
Democratic infighting emerged after Colin Allred defeated Julie Johnson in a Texas House seat primary, with critics arguing the loss removes Texas' sole openly LGBTQ Congresswoman. Equality PAC, which supported Johnson, condemned Allred's challenge, while some commentators dismissed the criticism as counterproductive.
- Former Rep. Barney Frank, champion of Wall Street reform and LGBTQ trailblazer, dies at 86
Former US Representative Barney Frank, a champion of Wall Street reform and LGBTQ rights, has passed away at the age of 86. He was a key figure in shaping financial regulation and a trailblazer for LGBTQ representation in politics. His legacy continues to influence policy and social justice efforts.
- Why Zack Polanski's breathtakingly cynical alliance between conservative Muslims and LGBTQ rights fanatics - backed by an army of well-meaning, naïve young women - can only end in penury, misery and despotism: PATRICK WEST
Zack Polanski's alliance between conservative Muslims and LGBTQ rights supporters is predicted to end in poverty, misery, and despotism. The alliance is backed by young women. Patrick West wrote about this topic.
- Trump administration will allow pride flag at Stonewall after lawsuit
The Trump administration has agreed to allow a LGBTQ pride flag to fly at the Stonewall national monument in New York City following a lawsuit over its removal. The decision resolves a legal dispute that sparked public outcry over the display of the rainbow flag at the historic site commemorating LGBTQ rights struggles.