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Hope and Help for Queer Families After the Election

The election of Donald Trump to a second term as president feels like a body blow. The danger of his policies to LGBTQ and other marginalized people is real. Nevertheless, there are actions LGBTQ parents can take now to protect and support our families—and there are a few things that are giving me hope.

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In Memoriam: Transgender Day of Remembrance 2024

Today marks the 25th Transgender Day of Remembrance, when we honor the lives of those who died because of anti-transgender hatred or prejudice, and ensure they are remembered with dignity and respect. I wish all of my transgender friends and readers love and support on this day of mourning.

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On Veterans Day, 2024

Two days after the election, I went to a Veteran’s Day breakfast in our town with my spouse, a U.S. Air Force veteran. My heart was heavy about the election results, and I wasn’t looking forward to the patriotic hoopla. But …

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First Thoughts from a Queer Parent After the Election

Like many of you, I am reeling with dismay about the overall election results. I will not sugarcoat the negative impact they will have on our country and families—but here are a few things that are giving me some hope, including the more than three dozen LGBTQ parents elected or reelected.

Today’s the Day: VOTE!

For our families. For our bodily autonomy. For our democracy. Today’s the day to make a difference and elect Kamala Harris president of the United States. Here are some last-minute tips about voting today, making sure your ballot was accepted if you voted early, and what to do if you encounter any obstacles.

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A Queer Parent’s View on the Coming Election

I am writing this column shortly before the November election, an election that will have major ramifications for LGBTQ families. Let’s look at where we are now and what’s at stake.

LGBTQ Parenting Roundup

LGBTQ Parenting Roundup

Catch up on some news about LGBTQ families that I haven’t posted about separately! There’s political news, to be sure, but also some celebrity tidbits to keep things light.

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Italy Makes It a Crime to Seek Surrogacy Abroad

Italy has long banned surrogacy within its borders, but on October 16, the country also made it a crime for citizens to seek surrogacy abroad, with offenders subject to fines of up to €1 million ($1.1 million) and imprisonment of up to two years.

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