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Politics + Activism

12 Quotes About Freedom from Queer and Trans People of Color to Meditate on This Independence Day

Queer and trans people of color know more about the ugliness of America than most. But we’re still here. We’re still fighting for our liberation. Let us lift up those voices today.

Carmen Phillips July 4, 2019 13 Comments
Politics + Activism

Be The Change: We Are Our Own Legacy

The moral of this story is that despite this column very much aligning with the rise of the Trump administration, it’s never been about Trump.

KaeLyn June 29, 2019 8 Comments
Politics + Activism

Democratic Debate Night Two: Biden’s Loss Is Kamala Harris’s Gain

Biden floundered, and Harris was more than ready to make her move. Who even is Eric Swalwell?

Natalie June 28, 2019 23 Comments
Politics + Activism

Democratic Debate Night One: It’s Warren’s Debate, We’re Just Living In It

Warren’s standout performance, Castro’s defining moments, an emphasis on LGBT issues and the first-ever primary debate with more than one woman candidate.

Natalie June 27, 2019 20 Comments
Politics + Activism

Queer Latina Tiffany Cabán Shocks New York City, Makes History in Queens District Attorney Primary Victory

Queens, which has more residents than 17 U.S. states and is one of the most diverse population centers in the country, was inspired by Cabán’s vision of becoming a hub of restorative justice.

Heather Hogan June 26, 2019 8 Comments
Politics + Activism

Georgia’s Abortion Ban Can’t Be Defeated Without Queer and Trans Black Women and Femmes

Queer and trans Black women and femmes have the blueprint to defeat Georgia’s abortion ban. Alyssa Milano… does not.

Neesha Powell-Twagirumukiza June 4, 2019 7 Comments
Politics + Activism

Be The Change: Music For the Revolution

How to use music to make your activist action 100% better! Plus some tips you maybe definitely haven’t thought of!

KaeLyn June 1, 2019 9 Comments
Politics + Activism

Taiwan Becomes the First Country in Asia to Legalize Marriage Equality

Once the rain finally stopped, Equal Love Taiwan snapped a photo of the clouds breaking open to reveal a literal rainbow. Gay couples will be able to begin getting married on May 24th! 

Heather Hogan May 17, 2019 10 Comments
Politics + Activism

Be The Change: Allies, Accomplices and Collective Liberation

What’s the difference between ally and accomplice? How can you use these terms to think about how you’re in solidarity with others?

KaeLyn May 4, 2019 5 Comments
Politics + Activism

Supreme Court Will Rule on Title VII and LGBT Workers, or Whether It’s Legal to Fire You for Being Gay

Today the Supreme Court announced it will be deciding on an interpretation of federal law Title VII, and specifically whether the law should be understood as supporting workplace protections for LGBT employees on the basis of their sexual orientation or trans status.

Rachel April 22, 2019 7 Comments
Politics + Activism

Queer Journalist and LGBT Rights Activist Lyra McKee Killed in a Terrorist Incident in Northern Ireland

“Lyra was a ball of energy, passion and wit. To know her even a little was an inspiration.”

Molly Priddy April 19, 2019 7 Comments
Politics + Activism

Be The Change: The Art of the Ultimate Letter to the Editor

A letter to the editor can be an effective tactic to get the word out about an issue, show support for a bill, speak up about something in your community, or to get free publicity for your activist work!

KaeLyn April 6, 2019 4 Comments
Politics + Activism

Lori Lightfoot Makes Herstory as the Newly Elected Black Lesbian Mayor of Chicago

Tonight out lesbian Lori Lightfoot was elected as Mayor of Chicago, making her the first black woman and first openly LGBTQ+ person to hold the position. Still, local activists worry she may not lead a new progressive vision for the city.

Carmen Phillips April 2, 2019 19 Comments
Politics + Activism

A Trans Service Member Explains Why the Mattis Policy Absolutely Is a Trans Military Ban

The Department of Defense has been claiming this is not actually a ban on transgender service members. But in effect, the Mattis Policy is “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell II: This Time As Farce.”

Vivian Valentine March 18, 2019 8 Comments
Politics + Activism

USC Associate Athletic Director Donna Heinel Is Gay, Did College Admissions Crimes

Donna Heinel, an out lesbian and a prominent member of the LGBT Collegiate athletics community, has been indicted after receiving $1.3 million in bribes from wealthy families to admit their under-qualified children to USC.

Riese March 13, 2019 22 Comments
Politics + Activism

Be The Change: 5 Ways to Create Safer Activist Spaces For Everyone

We have to commit to always learning and growing and doing more all the time to make our spaces better and better.

KaeLyn March 9, 2019 23 Comments
Politics + Activism

Four Black Queer Writers in Conversation About Jussie Smollett and Holding Up Space for Each Other

This piece was co-written by Natalie, Reneice, Alexis, and Carmen. We’re four of the black members of The Speakeasy, Autostraddle’s collective for its writers of color.

The Speakeasy February 26, 2019 20 Comments
Politics + Activism

Be The Change: We Like to Party! 5 Activist Ideas For Your Best Birthday Bash

Birthdays are the perfect time to ask people to take action. Why? People like you! They want to celebrate you! And on your birthday, they feel slightly more-obligated-than-usual to do what you ask of them!

KaeLyn February 9, 2019 9 Comments
Politics + Activism

Black Queer Resiliency Will Guide Us Through Black History Month

“I am deliberate and afraid of nothing.” – Audre Lorde

Carmen Phillips February 1, 2019 10 Comments
Politics + Activism

Empire’s Jussie Smollett Beaten in Racist, Homophobic Attack by Trump Supporters

An attack on a black gay celebrity like Jussie Smollet is also a message sent to his black and gay fans. So today, for all our queer fam out there, but especially for my black queer family, feel the love and strength of our community. Our kinship is a gift. Please, fortify yourself in that gift today.

Carmen Phillips January 29, 2019 29 Comments
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