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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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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.

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.

Privileged Homophobe Wins Paraguay Presidential Election

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

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.

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.

Editor’s Letter: The Vacation Privilege Is Real

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

Do Trans Men Have Male Privilege?

Societal advantage comes in many different forms for transgender men. 

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.

Op-ed: Privilege and Advocacy

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

The Peculiarity of Black Trans Male Privilege

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

Do Trans Women Have Male Privilege?

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

Calling Out Privilege in the LGBTQ Movement Is Not Blasphemy

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

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.