"Pride is about survival, community, defiance, and truth. Journalism, especially by trans-led justice-centered organizations, is vital for fighting back against systemic oppression."
"The assault on LGBTQ people, especially trans communities, has escalated under the Trump administration, reflecting a larger trend of anti-trans legislation across America."
"The clear message from recent anti-LGBTQ+ laws is that our lives are disposable, aiming to push us back into the shadows of society."
"This year, a record-breaking number of 54 anti-LGBTQ+ bills were signed into law, undermining freedoms, rights, and protections previously established."
This article underscores the trials of LGBTQ+ communities, particularly trans individuals, during Pride Month, emphasizing the historical roots of Pride in resistance against oppression. It describes the systemic attacks from the Trump administration, which have set off a wave of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, including bans on gender-affirming care and restrictions on trans youth. The narrative stresses the importance of storytelling, particularly through trans-led journalism, as a necessary weapon in the fight for truth and survival in the face of increasing discrimination and violence.
Read at Advocate.com
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