Reactions to Trump’s Nomination of Kavanaugh To The Supreme Court
Last night Pres. Trump announced that he is nominating Judge Brett Kavanaugh to fill retiring Justice Anthony Kennedy’s seat on the United States Supreme Court,…
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Medical Experts Anticipate Improved Trans Healthcare After WHO Declassification
By: Nicole Lashomb/TRT Editor-in-Chief— BOSTON, Mass.—Members of the transgender community took to social media by firestorm after the World Health Organization (WHO) announced last month that…
Family Separation Protest underway in Boston, National Day of Action
BOSTON, Mass.—Thousands of protesters gathered this morning at Boston City Hall Plaza as a part of the National Day of Action, a nation-wide protest to…
Retirement of Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy, Orgs. React
United States Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy announced yesterday, June 27, that he will be retiring as of July 31. National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR) Legal…
Trans Candidate Sharon Brackett Makes History In Maryland!
Sharon Brackett becomes first trans woman elected to public office in the State of Maryland BALTIMORE, Md.—Last night, Sharon Brackett became the first trans woman…
High Court Upholds Trump-Pence Admin’s Muslim Ban, More
Today is a Muslim Ban tomorrow it could be anyone WASHINGTON—Equality California, the nation’s largest statewide LGBTQ civil rights organization, released the following statement from…
Urgent Action Needed for Immigrant Protections in MA, from the Editor’s Desk
Immigrant protections at risk in MA Friends and equality defenders, It should come as no surprise to anyone that the immigrant community is under attack…
Transgender No Longer Classified A Mental Disorder
The World Health Organization (WHO) announced on Monday, June 18, that it will no longer classify transgender as a mental disorder in a new historical…
Trans Star Ryan Cassata: An Exclusive Interview With This Award-Winning Performer
By: Chris Gilmore/TRT Reporter— At just 23 years old, Ryan Cassata has already left a footprint big enough to last a lifetime. This internationally acclaimed…
When LGBT Elders Have No Place to Call Home
New ad depicts man turned away from nursing home because he is gay NEW YORK—In more than half the country, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender…
Despite Statements, BGMC Reaffirms Commitment To Sing In George, March In Region’s 1st Pride Parade
SOUTH AFRICA—The Boston Gay Men’s Chorus (BGMC) reaffirmed its commitment today to participate in George, South Africa’s first Pride parade on Tuesday, June 19 despite…
Queer & Trans PoC Elevate Concerns Of Systemic Racism At Boston Pride Parade
BOSTON—Queer and trans people of color (QTPOC) disrupted the Boston Pride parade today under the name No Justice No Pride Boston to elevate concerns of…
Boston Pride Parade Proves Importance of Authenticity & Resistance
Boston Pride Parade: Live Preliminary Pics released on The Rainbow Times’ social media channels By: Nicole Lashomb/TRT Editor-in-Chief— The Rainbow Times has released live preliminary…
Transgender Rights Campaign Leads Boston Pride As Grand Marshal
Vote “Yes” This November to Uphold Transgender Rights in Massachusetts BOSTON—As a critical ballot question looms less than five months away, Freedom for All Massachusetts today serves…
Mayor Walsh & The Elderly Commission Publish Historic 1st Pride Issue of Boston Seniority Mag.
The free City publication is dedicated to informing and engaging older adults in Boston BOSTON—Mayor Martin J. Walsh and the Commission on Affairs of the…
Op-Ed: Senator Elizabeth Warren on LGBTQ Americans
Courtesy of Senator Elizabeth Warren— It’s that time of year again. I’m ready to dance in this year’s Boston Pride and celebrate diversity, inclusion, and…
Supreme Court Sides With Baker In Gay Wedding Cake Case
By: Chris Gilmore/TRT Reporter— The U.S. Supreme Court, in a 7-2 vote, backed the Colorado baker who refused to bake a cake for a same-sex…
LGBTQ Community Members Doing More Business With Firms That Affirm Their Identities
By: Al Gentile/TRT Reporter— In the wake of President Donald Trump’s election, the LGBTQ community is finding other ways to exercise power outside of the…
Trans Activists Discuss #Hike4Rights, Their Journey to Mass.’ Highest Peak
#Hike4Rights Initiative, A Forum to Advocate for Trans Rights New England Pride Guide 2018 | Special Edition By: Nicole Collins/TRT Intern— On August 15, trans…
A Perspective: The Needs of LGBTQ Elders and Elders of Color in the 21st Century
LGBTQ Elders and LGBTQ Elders of Color face particular challenges. New England Pride Guide 2018 | Special Edition By: Mike Givens/TRT Assistant Editor and Nicole…
LGBTQ-Affirming Sports Teams Commit to Development, Acceptance, & The Score
New England Pride Guide 2018 | Special Edition By: Al Gentile/TRT Reporter— In the Boston area, amateur sports is an area where LGBTQ people are…
BGMC’s Pride Concert Takes You Through All The Feels
Courtesy of Boston Gay Men’s Chorus— Boston Gay Men’s Chorus (BGMC) will celebrate Boston Pride Week with Together, featuring music from Broadway, movies, spirituals and…
U.S. Court Sides With Transgender Teen Gavin Grimm
Yesterday, a U.S District Court of Virginia told the Gloucester County School Board that Gavin Grimm’s case could not be dismissed. Grimm, a transgender teen…