Tag: lgbtq
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Governor Newsom Proclaims May 22 as Harvey Milk Day in California
Governor Gavin Newsom has proclaimed May 22, 2026, as 'Harvey Milk Day,' honoring the LGBTQ+ rights pioneer. The proclamation celebrates Milk's enduring legacy of advocacy for freedom, equality, and visibility for all marginalized communities in California and beyond.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsSocial IssuesLegalEducation Harvey MilkGavin NewsomCaliforniaLGBTQ+EqualityProclamationCivil RightsCalifornia Governors Office
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Media Monitor: Jason Collins, first openly gay NBA player, dies at 47
USA Today is reporting that Jason Collins, the first openly gay player in NBA history, has died at 47 after a battle with glioblastoma.
SportHealthMedical ScienceSocial Issues Jason CollinsNBAGlioblastomaDeathBasketballLGBTQ+SportsUSA TODAY
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Media Monitor: Jason Collins, NBA trailblazer, dies at 47
The Washington Post is reporting that Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay active player, has died at 47 from brain cancer. He announced his diagnosis in December 2025.
SportHealthMediaMedical ScienceSocial IssuesDigital and Print Publishing Jason CollinsNBABrain CancerLGBTQ+BasketballAthleteDeathThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Australian Election Update, LGBTQ+ Travel Concerns, and Trump-Canada Relations
The Guardian reports on Australian election results, LGBTQ+ travel concerns to the U.S., and Donald Trump's recent meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
Politics and GovernmentWorldHealthSportAustraliaCanadaGermanyMiddle EastEuropeGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentMedical ScienceSocial IssuesMilitaryMedia Tim WilsonZoe DanielMonique RyanAmelia HamerAdam BandtLGBTQ+Donald TrumpGuardian Australia