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LGBT Book Reviews

Bears in the Streets: Lesbian Writer Lisa Dickey Explores Russia Beyond Putin

With the current, constant news about Trump and Russia, this book — about three journeys across Russia, the politics of the closet, and the personal/political — could not be more timely.

Ali Davis March 23, 2017 7 Comments
Politics + Activism

Trump Accidentally Recharged the Fight to Finally Ratify the Equal Rights Amendment

Nearly 100 years after its first introduction to Congress, The Human Campaign plans to get the Equal Rights Amendment ratified once and for all.

Danielle March 23, 2017 8 Comments
Dating

Poly Pocket: Wholeness Doesn’t Mean One Thing

Here’s how a 23-year-old mixed race Asian genderqueer polyamorous bisexual femme who just moved to Brooklyn does poly.

Ryan Yates March 23, 2017 24 Comments
Comedy

Are Straight Women Okay?

I’m worried about straight women a little bit.

Erin March 23, 2017 185 Comments
Movie Features

“Beauty and the Beast”: Disney’s Long, Slow Evolution From Gay-Coded Villains to Live-Action LeFou

Disney’s been doing their dance to just enough for over 50 years.

Heather Hogan March 22, 2017 84 Comments
Gender

38-Year-Old Black Trans Woman Alphonza Watson Is 8th TWoC Murdered This Year

Police don’t have a lot of information, other than that there was an argument and then two men sped away in a car. They are offering a reward for more information.

Mey March 22, 2017 8 Comments
TV Show Recaps

The Fosters Episode 417 Recap: Remember The Rain

Hey remember when Stef and Lena made out in the rain? Good times. Good memories. Good ol’ days.

Lucy Hallowell March 22, 2017 14 Comments
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Some Answers to Some Things You’ve Been Asking Us #12

You’re an outrageous miracle! I am so fucking glad you ate a sandwich!

The Editors March 22, 2017 103 Comments
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Oh Hey! It’s Alyssa #17: Obtainable Goals

“We have long-term goals, and short-term goals. But often most importantly, we have obtainable goals.”

A. Andrews March 22, 2017 14 Comments
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No Filter: Annie Clark As The Ghost Of Easter Past

Also, Stephanie Beatriz makes friends with a ghost and Brittani Nichols straight-up ghosts you.

Stef March 22, 2017 10 Comments
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Geekery

Top Five Places I’d Rather Be Right Now

“Yes, that’s right. This is literally the farthest place away from Earth that we know of. Pack your bags.”

Laura Mandanas March 22, 2017 22 Comments
Comedy

Haters Are Fake News: More Internet Haikus

This round we cover notifications, pizza trackers, where in the world is Mallory Ortberg and more!

Erin March 22, 2017 18 Comments
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VIDEO! Getting In Bed with Kristin #8: Bisexuality with Mey Rude

Mey Rude got in bed with me and we answered all of your questions on bisexuality. We even let you know if we are real or not…

Kristin March 21, 2017 9 Comments
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LGBT History

Queer Folklore: The Morrigan Is A Goddess for Protest

The Morrigan has always seemed wildly queer to me. The sort of army boot-wearing femme-butch blend who uses the word “dyke” like a clenched fist aimed at the patriarchy.

Siobhan March 21, 2017 41 Comments
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TV Show Recaps

“Supergirl” Episode 216 Recap: I Don’t Need a Prince to Save Me

Alex saves the day again and again and Kara finally realizes she’s too good for Mon-El.

Valerie Anne March 21, 2017 73 Comments
Politics + Activism

Blame Conservatives and Their Austerity Measures for Why LGBTQ Healthcare Sucks in the UK

Seven years of cuts have left the NHS on its knees, and we’re all suffering.

Heather Davidson March 21, 2017 14 Comments
TV Lists

31 Most Critically Acclaimed Queerish TV Shows Streaming On Netflix and Amazon

Planning on spending a lot of time on the couch? Here are 31 shows that would be good even without lesbian, bisexual and otherwise-identified queer female characters but luckily, they do!

Riese March 21, 2017 89 Comments
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Bottoms Up: Used

“When I’m being used for sex, I feel like a vessel through which pleasure flows, hot and bursting.”

Ari March 21, 2017 10 Comments
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NEW MERCH ALERT: Lavender Menace & Soft Butch Tees

You’re gonna look and feel so good in these.

Sarah March 21, 2017 33 Comments
Geekery

Drawn to Comics: Miranda Harmon Makes the Most Charming Dang Comics

Miranda Harmon has an art and writing skill that comes from her real life adorably charming personality. She’s able to turn subjects that you might not otherwise care about into stories that you desperately want to see.

Mey March 21, 2017 4 Comments
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