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While large cities in blue states — like New York and San Francisco — are well known for their LGBTQ inclusivity, accepting environments can now be found across the country, even in some unexpected places.

Shangela On Growing Up Queer In Paris, Texas

In this next installment of #AuthenticVoicesOfPride, presented by Chevrolet, iconic \\\"Drag Race\\\" alum Shangela discusses growing up queer in a little town called Paris, Texas. She shares her time “standing out,” finding community, and how her family and church made her the queen she is today.

Growing up in a small town made this couple realize not all gay people dream of big city life

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