This Day in Queer History

On this day, Tallulah Bankhead was born. The legendary actress with a devastating wit was romantically linked to Garbo, Dietrich, and Billie Holiday, famously describing herself as "ambisextrous."

On this day in 1975, the American Association for the Advancement of Science approved a resolution denouncing discrimination against lesbians and gay men, adding scientific authority to the growing call for equality.

On this day in 2006, Washington Governor Chris Gregoire signed a law banning discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity in employment, housing, and public accommodations.

On this day, Zach Wahls, raised by two moms, addressed the Iowa House Judiciary Committee about same-sex marriage. His powerful testimony went viral, launching a national activist career and eventually his own election to office.

On this day in 2017, Britain's 'Turing Law' received Royal Assent, posthumously pardoning thousands of gay men convicted under abolished sexual offenses. Named for WWII codebreaker Alan Turing.