Politics
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December 2017. The air smelled like the holidays and pine needles. We stood in a room full of people who’d fought for us, cried for us, waited for us. My hands shook holding the marriage license—a piece of paper I never thought I’d get to sign. Seven years later, I still remember the way my…
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It was 1982, and I was seventeen—carefree, bold, and utterly convinced that the future was bright. I remember walking into the local arcade with my pink polo collar flipped up and starched, my straight-leg jeans perfectly faded, and my loafers polished just enough to look effortlessly cool. A typical seventeen-year-old in the eighties, caught somewhere…
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Lately, I’ve been watching interviews with MAGA supporters, and whenever the question comes up—“Do you believe in the Constitution?”—the response is invariably, “Yes, I’m a constitutionalist.” Yet how can someone honestly claim that title while backing an ideology that not only betrays the very document meant to protect our freedoms but, in many cases, actively…
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I’ve been reflecting a lot on spirituality and its connection to religion, especially as a gay man. For many queer individuals, religion can be a challenging topic, often leaving a bitter taste in our mouths. Throughout our lives, we have faced many moments of hostility from those who insist they hold the key to divine…
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Hate, a weapon wielded in the Trump era to strip away rights and dignity from numerous marginalized groups, seeping into the very essence of our society and eroding the bonds that bind us. As a gay man navigating these turbulent times, I have felt firsthand the weight of this malevolent force and its impact on…
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I used to believe I could change the world. There was a time when I carried that conviction like a torch, its flame burning so brightly it lit up every corner of my soul. I was sure of it—so sure—that through kindness and understanding, through love and compassion, I could make a difference. I believed…
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It’s hard to wrap my head around the news that Donald Trump has claimed the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America.” This isn’t just a casual rebranding; it’s a striking disregard for history and the significance names carry. The name “Mexico” isn’t merely a label; it’s steeped in rich historical context and cultural…
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Imagine walking through a bustling town square, where the voices of debate swirl around like autumn leaves in the wind. In one corner, you hear a passionate faction rallying for values they claim are rooted in faith and tradition, specifically the Evangelical Christian Right. But if you take a moment to really think about it,…
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“You are safe with me.” Those are words that matter a lot right now, especially when we’re surrounded by so much hate and fear. It’s tough for some folks to remember what it was like when our government was actively against us, when simply being who you are put you in danger. They might not…
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The recent removal of trans identities from the National Park Service page for the Stonewall monument is a troubling instance of historical revisionism that undermines the contributions of Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera. These brave trans women of color were pivotal during the June 1969 uprising at the Stonewall Inn, igniting a movement that…
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