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It seems like every week brings a few new instances of people making LGBTQ+ history. This week’s collection includes the world’s largest quilt, an award-winning trans model, and the president giving the queer community a much-needed boost. Let’s take a look and celebrate!
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Trans lawmaker Zooey Zephyr’s colleagues stood up for her (and all trans people’s) dignity in a recent vote
Republicans are trying to make trans bathroom use a national debate, but the Montana legislature isn’t having it — even some GOP members are tired of it.
And talking about great moments of community solidarity, remember the Florida activist who made “Build-A-Queer” kits? How about the time that a Miss Netherlands winner trolled her haters by thanking them for giving her a platform? And what about when soccer star Megan Rapinoe stood up to Dave Chappelle & Martina Navratilova for the rights of her marginalized siblings?
Not all heroes wear capes!
Biden admin awards grant to first-of-its-kind LGBTQ+ program
The money will help fight a little-discussed issue that seriously affects members of our community.
First trans woman wins Model of the Year & gives uplifting speech
She called on the fashion industry to support each other, “especially those who have been made to feel insignificant.”
Psst… it’s not library books that are turning kids queer.
Zookeepers rename “female” penguin after animal reveals surprising secret
Just goes to show: You can’t judge a bird by its beak alone!
This government just took a major step towards banning anti-LGBTQ+ hate speech
The proposed legislation still has a long way to go, but advocates are optimistic.
Joe Biden makes history by displaying AIDS Memorial Quilt on White House lawn
The Library of Congress also released personal images and documents about thousands of AIDS victims commemorated by the quilt.
Santa’s male and female reindeer are more like than you think!
“Oppenheimer” star Emma Dumont comes out as transmasc
The actor will keep their stage name but is embracing their identity like never before.
Malaysia court orders return of rainbow watches after bizarre government raid
Agents seized 170 watches from 11 shopping malls last year for a somewhat strange reason.
Michigan takes a major step towards repealing a law targeting gay men
Most people may not realize, but 12 states still have these outdated anti-gay laws on their books.
The Mariah has awoken… and it wants something…
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