Advocate newsletter 5/22/26

House Republicans have passed a bill that would force teachers across the country to out transgender kids to their parents. They did it with the help of these eight Democrats. One of those Democrats, Virginia Rep. Eugene Vindman, recently spoke with The Advocate about how LGBTQ+ people belong in every community, saying "they're just ordinary people living their lives."

Country line dancing has long resonated with the LGBTQ+ community, and it's currently experiencing a revival. We explain why in this story from our May/June print issue (subscribe today!).

Actor Elliot Page narrated a new documentary about the queerness found in nature — from gay penguins to sex-changing fish. He spoke with The Advocate this week about what he learned while making the film.

Also, today is Harvey Milk Day. Here's what to know about the groundbreaking political figure.

Until next time,

The Advocate team

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