This week, we kick off Black History Month with some powerful words from Doechii and a reminder: You are exactly who you need to be. 🌟
Anna breaks down the political landscape, from trans military bans to the erasure of LGBTQ+ resources from government websites. Plus, an uplifting story of resilience in Kentucky politics & a powerful response to corporate pride hypocrisy.
📢 In the News:
🏳️⚧️ The Trump administration is once again targeting trans service members and erasing LGBTQ+ identities from federal websites.
🌈 Twin Cities Pride sets the standard by cutting ties with Target after their DEI rollback—and the community steps up in a major way!
🎭 Laverne Cox’s new show Clean Slate is bringing trans stories to the screen with laughter and heart.
🎶 The queers showed out at the Grammys! We’re celebrating Durand Bernarr’s nomination, Janelle Monáe & Cynthia Erivo’s stellar performances, Beyoncé’s historic country music win & Doechii winning best rap album.
💜 Plus, a huge shoutout to Jane for our Queer News Tip for this week!
3:25 – The Trump administration is once again targeting trans service members and erasing LGBTQ+ identities from federal websites
9:50 – We celebrate state senator Keturah Herron for being the first out LGBTQ+ woman and first queer person of color ever elected to the Kentucky state Senate
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About Queer News
An intersectional approach to a weekly news podcast where race & sexuality meet politics, entertainment and culture. Tune-in to reporting which centers & celebrates all of our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & comrade communities. Hosted by Anna DeShawn. New pod every Monday by 7am CT.
Edited by Ryan Woodhall.
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