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Geekery

Drawn To Comics: “Detective Comics” Gets Even Queerer With Dr. Victoria October, Trans Woman and Bioweapon Specialist

Harper Row, also known as Bluebird, came out as bisexual in December, and now in Detective Comics #948, a new trans woman supporting character, Dr. Victoria October was introduced and is joining the cast.

Mey January 17, 2017 13 Comments
School

Apply to the Point Foundation’s Funding for LGBTQ Undergrad and Grad Students, Open til January 30th!

If you’re gonna be enrolled in a degree-granting undergraduate or graduate program come the Fall of 2017, this scholarship is for you.

A.E. Osworth January 17, 2017 6 Comments
Sex

View From The Top: Palette of Permission

In the beginning checking in all the time was useful. But after six months of it, Sarah was getting annoyed.

Sinclair Sexsmith January 17, 2017 16 Comments
Health

Feelings Rookie: Accepting That Feelings Aren’t Failings

When the walls of my life seemed to be crumbling in on me from every angle, I knew someone would pay. That someone was usually me.

Molly Priddy January 17, 2017 10 Comments
First Person Sex

Why I’m Unapologetic About My Sensuality as a Black Trans Woman

“For me, as a Black Trans Woman, to find her body not only as something worthy and magnificent (as it is), but to find someone to share that magick with, may very well be one of the only moments she has to enjoy a trying and very taxing life — one that’s always trying to kill her.”

Vita E. Cleveland January 16, 2017 36 Comments
Comedy Food Lists

10 Foods From Past Presidential Inauguration Meals That Donald Trump Should Definitely Eat On Friday

From jelly “the colour of sadness” to giant cakes and turtle soup, I’ve got a menu you’ll probably want to replicate at home while your cat screams into a pillow.

Riese January 16, 2017 40 Comments
Health

Autostraddle’s Staff Shares Their Stories About Why We Need to #SaveTheACA

“Obamacare turned me from a liability into a full citizen worth protecting, and to see it roll backward instead of march forward would be a stain on our national history and an immediate threat to countless people.”

the team January 16, 2017 41 Comments
Book Lists

45 Queer and Feminist Books You Need To Read in Early 2017

Everything you want to read.

Ryan Yates January 16, 2017 9 Comments
Politics + Activism

6 Things to Know If You’re Going to the Women’s March on Washington, D.C.

Going to the Women’s March on Washington or a solidarity event near you? I have some tips!

KaeLyn January 16, 2017 24 Comments
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VIDEO! Getting In Bed With Kristin #1: Ask Me Anything

I got in bed with Autostraddle for the first time on Thursday on Facebook Live! If you missed it, I’ve got the video for you right here.

Kristin January 15, 2017 8 Comments
Valentine, in a soft shirt and tall socks and no pants, lounging in a tuffed leather chair in a bright, plant-filled room
NSFW Sunday

NSFW Sunday Endorses Ghosting

50 ways to ghost your lover, why you have a type, college hookups and early sexuality, embracing asexuality, “pornographic vending machines” and more.

Ryan Yates January 15, 2017 49 Comments
Society + Culture

This Sunday Funday Gabby Rivera and Jennifer Holliday Are Crying Happy Gay Tears With You

This is the last Sunday Funday before Donald Trump becomes the fucking president. Drink it in, kids.

Carmen January 15, 2017 11 Comments
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How To Make Sure Your Honest to God Actual Home Address Isn’t Easily Available Online

Now is the time to opt out of services that publish your full address on the internet.

A.E. Osworth January 14, 2017 57 Comments
Webcomics

Saturday Morning Cartoons: Mullet

“HAPPY APOCALYPSE PARTY!”

Archie January 14, 2017 18 Comments
Literature

Things I Read That I Love #219: We Were Good As Married In My Mind

Topics include ’90s nerd masculinity, One Day At A Time, a grandmother who liked poison, Backpage, the Gawker lawsuit, Donald Trump in 1999, John Waters’ childhood home, corporate vet clinics, puppy mills and so much more!

Riese January 13, 2017 21 Comments
Straddleverse

FRIDAY OPEN THREAD: Good Vibes Only (JK, All Vibes Welcome)

It’s been A WEEK, but here we all are, together, ready to bring it in and talk it out.

Rachel January 13, 2017 181 Comments
Comedy Queer Fashion

Steal Her Look: Eleanor Roosevelt Monocles

Let’s get you into a monocle that’ll have them saying, “Wow, who’s that stylish lesbian that looks like they belong to an early 20th century sapphic scene alongside Eleanor Roosevelt?”

Erin January 13, 2017 15 Comments
Straddleverse

The Comment Awards Are Here to Squire You to Prom

This week we’ve got gay agendas, arson of the heart/other places and so much more!

Darcy January 13, 2017 27 Comments
Astrology, Tarot & Witchcraft Queer Fashion

Aesthetic Rising: Your Astrological Fashion Forecast, Starring Capricorn

Honestly, I’m surprised Capricorn isn’t the #1 heartthrob of the zodiac. In fact, PSA: forget the Gemini who broke your heart, everyone. It’s time for #CapricornBae2017.

Cecelia January 13, 2017 21 Comments
The cover of the new book "American Hookup: The New Culture of Sex on Campus.": A red and pink background with the title splashed in black letters vertically across the page.
LGBT Book Reviews Love + Sex

“American Hookup” Trades Moral Panic for Real Talk About Sex in College

This book is a must for college students, sex nerds, and activists alike — especially if your Trump resistance involves sex education, sexual assault prevention, or reproductive rights.

Carrie January 13, 2017 6 Comments
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