Politics Posts

Jan. 21, 2025

Hope in the Face of Adversity: How the LGBTQ+ Community Will Thrive Despite the Trump Administration

Hold Onto Hope As Donald Trump begins another term as president of the United States, concerns about the future of LGBTQ+ rights have surged across the community. Reflecting on the Trump administration's track record from 2017 to 2021 and the impli…

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Jan. 16, 2025

In the Line of Fire: The Crisis Facing Ukraine's LGBTQ+ Community

By All Means, Keep Complaining About Increasing Gas Prices While LGBTQ+ Ukrainians Fight for Their Lives Over three years into Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, much of the world's attention has shifted away from the human toll of the …

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Jan. 14, 2025

The Ripple Effects of the "Don't Say Gay" Bill on LGBTQ+ Communities

Dear Florida: We're Here. We're Queer. Get Used to It. Throughout 2022, Florida's "Don't Say Gay" bill, officially titled the Florida Parental Rights in Education Act, dominated headlines and ignited nationwide debates. The controversial law has ne…

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Dec. 23, 2024

True Allyship: Moving Beyond Performative Support for the LGBTQ+ Community

Understand Your Privilege and Do Your Research The term ally gets thrown around often, especially during Pride Month. For many straight people, adding an ally sticker to their Facebook profile or waving a rainbow flag in June feels like enough. But…

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Nov. 19, 2024

The Evolution of Blood Donation Restrictions for Men Who Have Sex with Men

Let’s Assess Sexual Behavior Rather Than Sexual Orientation In May 2023, the United States lifted its longstanding restrictions on blood donations from men who have sex with men, marking a significant victory for the LGBTQ+ community. This po…

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Oct. 1, 2024

The Impact of the Trump Administration on the LGBTQ+ Community: A Journey Through Setbacks and Advocacy

Orange is the New Threat Over the past few years, it has become increasingly evident how much politics shapes the lives of the LGBTQ+ community. While this has always been true—dating back to landmark moments like the Stonewall Riots and the …

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Sept. 10, 2024

The LGBTQ+ Panic Defense: A Threat to Our Safety and Equality

As If Being Gay Wasn’t Exhausting Enough It’s no surprise that the LGBTQ+ community continues to grapple with significant challenges, including systemic discrimination, unequal legal protections, and social stigmas, all of which hinder …

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Aug. 20, 2024

Parallels of Past Pandemics: The LGBTQ+ Community's Struggles from AIDS to COVID-19

Decades of HIV Research Paved the Way for the COVID-19 Vaccine. You’re Welcome, Straight People. During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, global healthcare systems were overwhelmed, economies suffered severe disruptions, and widespread unc…

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July 30, 2024

Project 2025: A Dire Threat to LGBTQ+ Rights and Democracy

Welcome to the United States of Gilead. RIP Democracy. As we navigate through 2024, it is alarming to witness the rise in anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and hate crimes. Even scarier is Project 2025, an ultra-conservative initiative poised to reshape Amer…

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