LGBTQ+ News (Washington Blade)

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Comings & Goings

Apr 11, 2026 6:45pm
Meléndez, Rosen take new roles at Wanda Alston Foundation
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An effort to increase the number of psychiatrists of color

Apr 11, 2026 1:00pm
After 35 years in law and advocacy, Rawle Andrews Jr. returns to his roots
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Calendar: April 10-16

Apr 10, 2026 3:25pm
LGBTQ events in the days to come
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BLUF leather social set for April 10 in Rehoboth

Apr 10, 2026 3:18pm
Attendees encouraged to wear appropriate gear
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Celebrations of life planned for Sean Bartel

Apr 10, 2026 3:07pm
Two memorial events scheduled in D.C.
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The ‘X’ returns to court

Apr 10, 2026 2:28pm
1st Circuit hears case over legal recognition of nonbinary Puerto Ricans
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LGBTQ community explores arming up during heated political times

Apr 10, 2026 1:52pm
Interest in gun ownership has increased since Donald Trump returned to office
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