We also look into Amy Klobuchar’s announcement to run for governor of Minnesota, and her LGBTQ+ rights record as a senator. Kennedy Center vice president steps down 12 days after appointment Matthew Hodgkins/shutterstock Kevin Couch, who had been senior vice president of artistic programming at the Kennedy Center, has stepped down without comment. Budapest mayor charged for supporting Pride march Raketir/Shutterstock Hungary had banned public LGBTQ+ events before the parade. Can we count on you to support LGBTQ+ journalism? Your valued gift will help continue our legacy — at a critical time in our history.