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The Buckeye Flame welcomes guest commentary from LGBTQ+ Ohioans in support of our mission to support community and civic empowerment through the creation of engaging LGBTQ+ Ohio content that chronicles our triumphs, struggles, and lived experiences. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in these pieces belong solely to the author of that individual piece, and not necessarily to the The Buckeye Flame.

Responding to the City Club of Cleveland’s defense of next week’s Center for Christian Virtue forum [COMMENTARY]

By Guest Commentary ● Commentary ● January 7, 2026

“Dan Moulthrop states that he ‘doesn’t know’ whether the CCV qualifies as a hate group or how the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) defines that designation. This is an unacceptable evasion.”

Why one Ohio doctor wants the LGBTQ+ community to celebrate pumpkin spice season with a flu and COVID shot

By Guest Commentary ● Health & Wellness ● September 28, 2025

Read on for some practical tips to navigate the political barriers you will encounter when trying to get your shots this year.

Equality Ohio’s Executive Director Reflects on Year One as the State’s First Black Male Leading a Statewide LGBTQ+ Organization

By Guest Commentary ● Commentary ● September 22, 2025

‘Anytime we have stood up against tyranny throughout our history our collective power has been undeniable.’

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Responding to the City Club of Cleveland’s defense of next week’s Center for Christian Virtue forum [COMMENTARY]

Why one Ohio doctor wants the LGBTQ+ community to celebrate pumpkin spice season with a flu and COVID shot

Equality Ohio’s Executive Director Reflects on Year One as the State’s First Black Male Leading a Statewide LGBTQ+ Organization

Staying Strong and Staying Put: The Fight for Trans Rights in Ohio Must Continue

Why one transgender Ohioan is glad she was disqualified from running for public office

The proposed anti-LGBTQ+ amendments in Ohio’s budget ‘must not be allowed to pass.’ [COMMENTARY]

‘Seriously, please leave us alone.’: Kaleidoscope Youth Center responds to LGBTQ+ discrimination in the state budget

Yes, Rainbow People of Ohio, our marriages and much more are under serious attack

Somewhere Over the Rainbow-Washing: Sustaining Pride Month Efforts Beyond June

I’m transgender. I’m leaving Ohio. And I’m not alone.

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