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U.S. Senate candidate Greg Levy’s socialist campaign draws LGBTQ+ voters in contentious midterms

‘The only way to really fight for trans equality for LGBTQ+ liberation is to fight for socialism and overturn capitalism for good.’

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‘Vote With Love’ is Ohio LGBTQ+ group’s mantra to mobilize voters

PFLAG is hoping personal connections will encourage voter registration and turnout.

Who is ‘obsessed with men playing in women’s sports’? JD Vance says Democrats, but Ohio Republicans can’t get enough.

Republicans mentioned transgender-related topics 31 times at recent Ohio campaign events, vs. Democrats’ zero times.

Two trans Ohioans resign from the Ohio Democratic Party’s Pride Caucus, including vice-chair

The resignations came within 24 hours of each other and amidst allegations of censorship by their own party

I worked for Rep. Marcy Kaptur. Now I am watching her attack my queer community for political points.

'As a 27-year-old working journalist who challenges oppression and interrogates transphobia daily, I am embarrassed at Rep. Kaptur’s name on my resume.'

2025-26 Guide to Ohio’s LGBTQ+ Legislation (136th General Assembly)

To help you differentiate one bill from another, we have put together this easy-to-use reference guide to Ohio LGBTQ+ legislation.

Video Trump repeatedly pivots to anti-trans attacks in Ohio campaign rally

Despite rising costs of living for all Americans, Trump focused instead on the infinitesimal number of trans Americans in athletics.

Two Ohio trans elected officials support voting for Acton (but don’t excuse her comments)

A public statement has earned praise, pushback and more allegations of censorship against the Ohio Democratic Party.

Out at the Polls: The Buckeye Flame’s Ohio LGBTQ+ Voter Guide

Welcome to our five-part voter series, where we break down everything LGBTQ+ Ohioans should know before hitting the polls.

Insiders say the Ohio Democratic Party is censoring criticism of anti-trans ads

Two posts pushing back against Rep. Marcy Kaptur’s anti-trans ads have been removed.

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