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Everything you need to know about homonormativity – including a definition

Unpacking the dangers of homonormativity in queer communities.

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Is It Time to Retire the Word 'Privileged?'

This bisexual activist and former linguistics student says people shut down at the mere mention of the word.

Is Queer, Millennial Privilege a Thing?
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Is Queer, Millennial Privilege a Thing?

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Op-ed: Privilege and Advocacy

Learning about the true depth of one's own privilege.

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Op-ed: Objectivity Is a Privilege

Objectivity is a luxury of those who don't have to fight to be seen and heard. And as queer people, we often can't afford to be impartial.

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WATCH: Is There Such A Thing as Lesbian Privilege?
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WATCH: Is There Such A Thing as Lesbian Privilege?

Surviving a Pandemic Is Often a Matter of Privilege
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Surviving a Pandemic Is Often a Matter of Privilege

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Christian Privilege Is Spreading Like a Virus

Christian supremacists like Franklin Graham feel empowered to force their beliefs on everyone, including the sick and dying.

Editor’s Letter: The Vacation Privilege Is Real
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Editor’s Letter: The Vacation Privilege Is Real

It's more important than ever to experience the world, if you can.

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The Peculiarity of Black Trans Male Privilege

Men of all genders benefit from the complicit oppression of black women.

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Do Trans Men Have Male Privilege?

Societal advantage comes in many different forms for transgender men. 

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Do Trans Women Have Male Privilege?

Some argue trans women benefit from male privilege. Jessie Gender breaks down the claims.

When White Stars Use Their Privilege for Good
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When White Stars Use Their Privilege for Good

Octavia Spencer was near tears describing how her friend, Jessica Chastain, worked to ensure pay parity for the two actresses.

Calling Out Privilege in the LGBTQ Movement Is Not Blasphemy
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Calling Out Privilege in the LGBTQ Movement Is Not Blasphemy

Difficult discussions and thick skins are necessary as we navigate these perilous times.

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Privileged Homophobe Wins Paraguay Presidential Election

Horacio Cartes, a man who compares gay people to monkeys, is elected to lead the South American nation.

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Santorum Gays Dont Merit Privilege of Marriage

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Author R. Eric Thomas: It's A Privilege for Gays to Be 'Boring'

The author of Here For It explains why there's freedom in gay people being unexceptional. 

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White People: It's Time to Set Aside Your Privilege

Even those not on the receiving end of the alt-right's hate need to confront and challenge their depravity.

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Janet Mock on Privilege, Trump, and Her Future in Hollywood

There's nothing this brilliant woman can't do -- change minds about trans people, challenge our notions on beauty, and now, guest-star in a TV drama.

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Letting Go of Trans Privilege My Bathroom Transition