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Issues

“Tired!” or How I Ran For, and Queered, My Union’s Politics

After my frustrations grew, I ran for a seat in SAG-AFTRA’s delegation and became our first elected non-binary delegate, learning life lessons and queering up the world of labor union politics along the way.

Kylie December 12, 2019 6 Comments
Sponsored Sports

We Joined REI To #OptOutside On Black Friday And It Was A Gay Ol’ Time!

This year, Opt Outside continued to grow and evolve, becoming a full movement in the process — instead of choosing to make the world better for one day, REI invited its employees and customers to commit to making the world better, consistently, for an entire year.

Heather Hogan December 11, 2019 2 Comments
Pop Culture Fix

Pop Culture Fix: The L Word’s Back and Everyone Sure Does Have an Opinion About It

Hey The L Word, have you heard of it? Also, the Miss Universe contest has its first openly gay contestant, Lizzo and the USWNT are chosen by TIME, some gay and gay-adjacent trailers you’re going to want to see, and more!

Heather Hogan December 11, 2019 13 Comments
Christmas Relationships

10 Non-Confrontational Gifts For Your Girlfriend’s Other Partner

Need a gift that says, “Don’t worry — I’m a great communicator and navigating non-monogamy in a culture that privileges monogamous partnerships is totally easy for me?” Never fear!

Ro White December 11, 2019 27 Comments
TV Show Recaps

CW Crossover “Crisis On Infinite Earths” Part 3: Batwoman vs Supergirl

Kate Kane tries to stop Supergirl from doing something dangerous as the end of the world(s) draws nigh.

Valerie Anne December 11, 2019 22 Comments
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Holigay Gift Guide: For Queer Hiking Babes of All Shapes and Sizes

Happy hiking, homos! I look forward to seeing you out there.

Vanessa December 11, 2019 4 Comments
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No Filter: Amandla Stenberg Did Her Own Makeup For This Photoshoot

Amandla Stenberg gives us a Fenty Beauty tutorial and Amber Heard and I creep closer to understanding one another!

Christina Tucker December 11, 2019 8 Comments
TV Reviews

HBO’s “Mrs. Fletcher” Wants Us All to F*ck

Mrs. Fletcher is entirely directed by women and it’s all about sex. More specifically it’s about who’s historically been entitled to sex, how it feels to historically be denied sexual expression, and the difficulties of navigating sexual discovery. Especially if you’re as horny as every single character on this show.

Drew Burnett Gregory December 11, 2019 35 Comments
Christmas Queer Fashion

Basic Butch Style: A Cheat Sheet to Dressing for Every Holiday Party

Deciding how formal an event will be is something more of an art than a science in 2019, here’s how to mix and match to the find right look for every occasion.

Holly December 11, 2019 6 Comments
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Holigay Gift Guide: Seasonal Sex Toys That Are Both Naughty and Nice

Whether it’s an affordable treat, something sexy for you and yours to share in bed, or a luxury investment in your pleasure to reward yourself for making it through this year, add one more stop to your shopping this season and you and your activity partners will be thanking you for it all year long.

Rachel December 10, 2019 2 Comments
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Christmas Sponsored

Holigay Gift Guide: Gear and Gadgets for Wilderness Survival

Have a queer survivalist friend who needs some new gear to round out their “get up and go” kit? Or a friend who just likes hiking and/or being outdoors but isn’t sufficiently prepared for the possibility of something going wrong?

Abbie Jones December 10, 2019 5 Comments
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TV Show Recaps

CW Crossover “Crisis on Infinite Earths” Part Two: Pretty Pretty Paragons

The Crisis Continues! Kate Kane and Kara Danvers team up to find a Paragon while Sara Lance teaches Mia Smoak about the perils of Lazarus pits.

Valerie Anne December 10, 2019 11 Comments
Relationships

Holigays: Sexy, Sweet Gifts for Long Distance Relationships

Loving someone far away makes us flex our creativity to connect in new ways. Here’s some gifts to get your long-distance sweetie so you can feel close to them, even when they’re 1,730 miles (or more) away.

Archie December 10, 2019 3 Comments
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Literature

Lez Liberty Lit Is Drowning in “Best of” Lists

Queer pleasure as a form of resistance, finding your purpose, the best of the best of lists and more.

Ryan Yates December 10, 2019 1 Comment
Book Features

“I Am the Terrorist I Must Disarm”: An Interview with Staceyann Chin

I was in high school when I first saw Staceyann Chin perform, barefoot and incensed. She was fearless in her rage, her sexuality, her eloquence. Now, I feel the same reading her as I felt watching all those years ago — as if I’m being granted permission.

Jehan December 10, 2019 7 Comments
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Gey in Kikh: Rainbow Latkes and Narrow Bridge Candles for Hanukkah

Why have plain latkes when we can have RAINBOW latkes?!

Ari December 9, 2019 13 Comments
Podcasts The L Word: Generation Q

The “To L and Back” Live Podcast With The L Word®: Generation Q Cast is Here

We had an incredible time on Wednesday talking to the Generation Q cast about filming sex scenes, L Word origin stories, riding losing winning, falling in love with your best friend and so much more! Plus: a full transcript of the podcast!

Riese December 9, 2019 5 Comments
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TV Show Recaps

CW Crossover “Crisis on Infinite Earths” Part One: The Crisis Begins

The Crisis is here! Supergirl, Batwoman, the White Canary and more working together and being badasses.

Valerie Anne December 9, 2019 13 Comments
Book Lists Issues

8 Amazing Books about Queer/Lesbian/Bi/Trans Women with Superpowers

Is it too obvious to say that reading books about queer women with superpowers can be very… empowering?

Casey December 9, 2019 4 Comments
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Christmas Sponsored

Holigay Gift Guide: For Dykes Who Love Their Bikes

From the moment I got the training wheels off my Strawberry Shortcake bicycle in kindergarten to the starter mountain bike I got for high school graduation to the first bike I bought with my very own money, nothing has ever made me as free as cycling.

Heather Hogan December 9, 2019 31 Comments
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