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Society + Culture

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Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya June 27, 2023 3 Comments
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You Need Help: My Sister Loves Me, the Sinner, but Hates the Sin

I’ve been willing to put this aside and accept the love she’s willing to give me. But it’s all come to a head now that my health insurance finally approved my top surgery.

himani June 27, 2023 14 Comments
LGBT rights activist Sarah McBride delivers remarks as Co-Chair of the Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus Congressman Sean Patrick Maloney looks on during the fourth day of the Democratic National Convention at the Wells Fargo Center, July 28, 2016 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton received the number of votes needed to secure the party's nomination. An estimated 50,000 people are expected in Philadelphia, including hundreds of protesters and members of the media. The four-day Democratic National Convention kicked off July 25.
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WNBA Week 5: All-Star Starters and Mercury Drama Bombs

Plus, you don’t want miss Carmen’s fits of the week! They’re extra gay!

Natalie and Heather Hogan
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TV Reviews

“Never Have I Ever Season Four” Stepped Right Into the Affirmative Action Debate

As in previous seasons, it’s hard not to feel that a show that’s theoretically about raising the profile of an often-misrepresented racial minority in America, instead completely misrepresents racism as it exists in America.

himani June 26, 2023 27 Comments
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Pop Culture Fix: Finally, Good News: Harley Quinn Will Be Back in July

Married at First Sight Australia star Alyssa Barmonde confirms she’s bisexual, The Chi season six trailer, and more!

Heather Hogan June 26, 2023 5 Comments
Club Q and the memorial for the victims of the shooting photographed in Colorado Springs, Colorado on Tuesday, November 29, 2022.
Politics + Activism

Colorado Club Q Shooting Suspect Pleads Guilty to LGBTQ+ Mass Shooting

As part of a plea deal, Anderson Lee Aldrich will serve life in prison. 

Heather Hogan June 26, 2023 9 Comments
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Playlist: The Saddest Songs Ever, According to Queer Cancers

“Happy” Cancer season! Here are some songs to cry to, selected by a group of Cancers.

Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya June 26, 2023 35 Comments
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Quizzes

Quiz: Which Barbie Are You?

Let’s go party! 

Heather Hogan June 25, 2023 39 Comments
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TV Show Recaps

“And Just Like That” Che Diaz Is the New… Mr. Big??

I cannot believe Michael Patrick King has got me comparing a Sara Ramirez character to Mr. Big! CHE, STOP IT! LET ME AND MIRANDA LOVE YOU!

Heather Hogan June 24, 2023 6 Comments
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Book Lists

Tap Into Queer Rage This Pride With These Scorching LGBTQ+ Books

Read these works of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry, and then let yourself fill with rage and release.

Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya June 24, 2023 3 Comments
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Politics + Activism

How a Far-Right Moms Group Is Threatening Queer Liberties in Schools

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Rhea Almeida June 24, 2023 5 Comments
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TV Show Recaps

Boobs on Your Tube: “How I Met Your Father” Brings the Bittersweet Queerness

Plus updates on Class of 09 and Nancy Drew!

Valerie Anne June 23, 2023 3 Comments
Che Diaz leans against the side of the pool, nakedly
TV Show Recaps

“And Just Like That” Miranda Straps It On for Che Diaz

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Heather Hogan June 23, 2023 15 Comments
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Literature

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Riese June 23, 2023 5 Comments
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Sun’s Out, Toes Out: My Favorite Nail Polishes for Summer Pedicures

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Sa'iyda Shabazz June 23, 2023 4 Comments
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Politics + Activism

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Carmen Phillips June 22, 2023 5 Comments
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Sa'iyda Shabazz June 22, 2023 4 Comments
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AF+

Interview With My Ex: MR

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ashni June 22, 2023 4 Comments
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Lesbian Sex

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