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Oliver Haug

Contributing editor Oliver Haug (they/them) is a freelance writer based in the Bay Area, California. Their work focuses on LGBTQ2S+ issues and sexual politics, and has appeared in Bitch, them, Ms and elsewhere.

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On ‘Glory,’ Perfume Genius reaches out
Music

On ‘Glory,’ Perfume Genius reaches out

The lonely indie darling’s new album casts an eye outward—and shows the way forward

March 28, 2025
This first-of-its-kind award aims to honour LGBTQ2S+ changemakers
Activism

This first-of-its-kind award aims to honour LGBTQ2S+ changemakers

Elliot Page, Rufus Wainwright and more will champion important causes at the inaugural Pink Awards

August 21, 2024
Jael Holzman is sounding the alarm
Media

Jael Holzman is sounding the alarm

The trans punk rocker and journalist on writing through rage and the how the media needs to change its coverage of the anti-trans movement

August 8, 2024
Artists call out Target after company scales back Pride collection
Pride

Artists call out Target after company scales back Pride collection

Non-binary illustrator En Tze Loh’s involvement was limited to a single item sold online. Other artists say they also have been affected

May 29, 2024
Here’s why the ‘Cass Review’ matters—even if you aren’t in the U.K.
Trans Health

Here’s why the ‘Cass Review’ matters—even if you aren’t in the U.K.

ANALYSIS: A new report is setting the stage for the future of trans healthcare in the U.K.—and it could spell bad news

April 12, 2024
There’s a growing list of LGBTQ2S+ organizations and allies condemning planned anti-trans policies in Alberta
Politics

There’s a growing list of LGBTQ2S+ organizations and allies condemning planned anti-trans policies in Alberta

Medical organizations, politicians and queer groups say Danielle Smith’s proposed policies are stigmatizing and dangerous

February 2, 2024
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Quebec issues first X gender drivers’ license
Identity

Quebec issues first X gender drivers’ license

But the province says it will take till 2025 for more to be issued

January 26, 2024
Alberta town to vote on banning Pride flags and rainbow crosswalks
Politics

Alberta town to vote on banning Pride flags and rainbow crosswalks

If passed, Westlock would be the first town in Alberta with such a bylaw. The move echoes similar attempts in the U.S. to ban Pride flags in schools and government buildings

January 23, 2024
Contributors, organizations and celebrities call out the New York Times’ transphobia
Media

Contributors, organizations and celebrities call out the New York Times’ transphobia

The paper of record is the target of two open letters 

February 15, 2023
The Respect for Marriage Act just passed. What does that mean for the future of same-sex marriage?
Marriage Equality

The Respect for Marriage Act just passed. What does that mean for the future of same-sex marriage?

Here’s what the act does and doesn’t do, and why advocates say it’s sorely lacking

December 13, 2022
All the LGBTQ2S+ wins and losses from the 2022 midterm elections
Politics

All the LGBTQ2S+ wins and losses from the 2022 midterm elections

Here’s everything queer you need to know about election night 

November 9, 2022
Florida is now targeting teachers and trans students following passage of “Don’t Say Gay” law
Politics

Florida is now targeting teachers and trans students following passage of “Don’t Say Gay” law

New rules force school districts to notify parents if they allow trans kids to use gender-congruent bathrooms

October 26, 2022
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Facebook is making millions off Matt Walsh’s transphobic documentary
Power

Facebook is making millions off Matt Walsh’s transphobic documentary

New research shows that the platform’s parent company likely earned over $4 million in ad revenue from the film

October 19, 2022
Meet the trans reporter who went viral after coming out live on air
Identity

Meet the trans reporter who went viral after coming out live on air

After over a year working at a U.S. news outlet, Nora J.S. Reichardt reintroduced herself to viewers

October 12, 2022
The Trevor Project ends partnership with surveillance software company, returns donation
Activism

The Trevor Project ends partnership with surveillance software company, returns donation

The decision came in the wake of outcry on Twitter 

October 5, 2022
Two Iranian LGBTQ+ activists have been sentenced to death
Hate Watch

Two Iranian LGBTQ+ activists have been sentenced to death

Iran is one of at least eight countries where homosexuality is punishable by the death penalty

September 8, 2022
The next big Supreme Court battle could be over LGBTQ2S+ student groups
Power

The next big Supreme Court battle could be over LGBTQ2S+ student groups

A potential shadow docket case is raising alarm bells over the latest freedom of speech controversy

August 31, 2022
The future of marriage equality is in danger after U.S. senator pulls support for landmark bill
Politics

The future of marriage equality is in danger after U.S. senator pulls support for landmark bill

The Respect for Marriage Act’s future is uncertain after Republican Ron Johnson flip-flops on the legislation

August 24, 2022
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