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Today’s a mixed bag of good news: We’ve got supportive families, drag queen activists, history-making queers, and even a trans athlete in the Paralympics!
Even better, summer is slowly sliding into fall… and while some of us will miss the sunshine, soon the leaves will start changing, the flannels and sweaters will come back out, pumpkin spice will rule the roost, and Halloween will herald the beginning of spooky season!
In other words, there’s a lot to look forward to, so let’s go!
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Kamala dances to “Tainted Love” in this eye-popping AI video
Tim Walz’s gay & bisexual former students praise his life-changing guidance
In 1999, Walz was a teacher and founded his high school’s first gay-straight alliance. His old GSA students still remember him warmly.
And talking about inspiring educational moments, did you hear about the hundreds of students who walked out in support of school officials who supported a trans athlete? How about the school board president who got sworn in on stack of banned books? And there’s also the large school district that unanimously approved strong protections for trans students — if the schools are any indication, the kids are alright!
How my gay uncle taught me that being different is a strength, not a weakness
Eccentric Uncle Nicky always left an strong impression. But his backstory was more vibrant than I’d ever imagined.
Chasten Buttigieg is releasing a children’s book & it’s super adorable
“Papa’s Coming Home” is a fun heartwarming tale — and Pete and their kids helped develop its plot!
Have a toad-ally great time with your crew this weekend!
Kim Coco Iwamoto makes history by becoming Hawaii’s first trans lawmaker
She won a race against the most powerful Democrat in the state.
Pope Francis holds historic first meeting with LGBTQ+ activist
The pontiff met for with an East African LGBTQ+ activist and took a stand for queer equality worldwide.
These drag stars are throwing coming-out kiki at the Democratic National Convention
“The future will be fabulous.”
Your dog does this whenever you’re not around…
Valentina Petrillo will be the first trans athlete in the Paris Paralympics
She’s an 11-time national champion and still making history at the age of 50.
Black Boy Joy mixes with fashion at the Red Dress Run
The New Orleans fundraiser has become an annual gathering spot for fellowship, fun, and festivities.
Lady Gaga reveals the queer inspiration for her hit “Poker Face”
“Now that’s my kind of poker face,” the singer said during a recent performance.
How Aladdin‘s Jaffar went from villain to Gaston’s it-girl
From our sibling sites:
- OUTSPORTS: Gay rugby ref Nigel Owens gets married on ‘an amazing day,’ now hoping to become a dad
- GAYCITIES: The coolest sculpture park you’ve (probably) never heard about
- QUEERTY: This provocative new documentary explores sexuality & queerness among people living with disabilities
- INTOMORE: Is Luke Skywalker a secret gay icon? This TikTok explains it all
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