First, a meditation. A Litany For Survival For those of us who live at the shoreline standing upon the constant edges of decision crucial and alone for those of us who cannot indulge the passing…
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But what if I just want to be normal?
This Dispatch is part of the Tough Questions series. You can sign-up for Free Daily Dispatches to receive them all. Over the past month, I’ve reflected upon many of the ways that being queer has enriched my life. In…
Is this a faggot party? (or, Will I be uncomfortable, & Will I survive?)
This Dispatch is part of the Tough Questions series. “What is this a faggot party? Y’all a bunch of faggots. I wish I had an oozie, man I wish I had an oozie. You mess…
Why Queer Liberation Must Be Queer Led
“For the master’s tools will never dismantle the master’s house. They may allow us temporarily to beat him at his own game, but they will never enable us to bring about genuine change.” — Audre…
7 Habits of Highly Effective Allies
You started down the road of being an ally for LGBT people and now you find yourself realizing that this is hard work, that you don’t have it all figured out, and that sometimes people…
Eight Things I Don’t Need to Hear From Straight People
Over the years, well-intentioned folks have said a whole host of things that are not helpful and are in fact damaging. If you are a well-intentioned straight person: thank you! I really truly appreciate your…