lgbtq-issues
From Philly to Harrisburg and D.C. and back: Estelle Richman reflects on life in public service
The veteran public servant will receive the lifetime achievement award at the PGN Stonewall Awards on June 4.
Where do Philly’s mayoral candidates stand on LGBTQ issues? | Analysis
Here's what all 11 declared candidates have to say about the issues that matter to the city's LGBTQ residents.
Philly’s LGBTQ judicial candidates say they plan to work for the people
Hopefuls Wade Albert and Chesley Lightsey each are running in the May 16 primary.
Anti-Defamation League bolsters efforts to address anti-LGBTQ hate
By Michele Zipkin PHILADELPHIA — In 2022, hatred toward the LGBTQ+ community manifested in different ways, from legislation targeting LGBTQ youth, mass shootings at queer nightclubs, and attacks on children’s hospitals that provide gender-affirming care. To that end, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) which specializes in civil rights law and has roots in fighting antisemitism, has […]
Philly LGBTQ activists reflect on Kenney administration, look ahead to the future
'Each mayor has built upon the work of their predecessor and I think Mayor Kenney has done that,' an advocate said.
Urban Rural Action to select 28 volunteers to prevent ‘targeted violence’
Residents of Adams, Dauphin, Franklin, and York counties all are involved in the community push.
LGBTQ Americans are 9 times more likely to be victimized by a hate crime | Opinion
Hate crimes don't just impact victims. They reverberate through a community, causing lasting harm.
What role does Philly’s mayor play in impacting the LGBTQ community?
From workforce development and civil rights to public safety, the city's chief executive has broad latitude.
Pa. Gov-elect Shapiro’s transition team includes more than a dozen LGBTQ members
'As a member of the LGBTQ community, I’m just very excited and proud to be a part of this,' team member Eric Gutshall said.
Philly mayoral candidates speak on LGBTQ rights
As of Nov. 29, seven individuals have announced their candidacy for the May 2023 Democratic primary.
Pa’s 2022 candidates — and their stances on LGBTQ issues — take the national stage | Analysis
There are bright line divisions between the Democrats and Republicans running for governor and U.S. Senate.
Are we all floating in the soup of hatred and violence? | Frank Pizzoli
From one end of the country to the other, hate is metastasizing. We have to speak up and confront it.