Politics
Power, policy, and the record beneath the noise.
Fresh essays and analysis — one thoughtful piece at a time.
The current, running column: essays and analysis on what’s happening now, filed with the same standards as everything else here.
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The stated goal is protecting women's sports. But with fewer than ten transgender athletes in the entire NCAA, I'd argue we're drawing the line…
The Supreme Court let states bar transgender girls from school sports. As fall seasons begin, what the ruling changed — and what didn't.
The long-running successor to Southern Comfort returns September 23-26, 2026 for four days of workshops, community, and celebration.
Celebrating its 27th year, November 11- 15, the Lake Erie Gala draws crossdressers, transgender individuals, and their loved ones from across North America and…
The third annual women’s weekend retreat, Letting Go in Lancaster, returns October 8–10, 2026 — and it’s certain to be an uplifting experience. Dates:…
The Danish Girl was an elegant piece of work. This film captures nuances of being transgender in ways that no film before has. The…
If you’re a fan of Judy Garland, then you know her work way beyond the rainbow. The role of Dorothy might have made her…
Miss Gay Louisiana, Miss Clique USA, and liaison to the Louisiana governor’s office — the remarkable life of Teryl-Lynn Foxx.
Transgender Awareness Week runs Nov 13-19, 2026, with Transgender Day of Remembrance on Nov 20. Here's what the observances involve.
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