Salvador Flores
I still remember the first time I heard Believe by Cher. I was freshly arrived in the U.S. from México, barely 13 or 14 years old, trying to make sense of a new world, a new language, a new life. I had no idea who Cher was—hell, I didn’t even understand the words she was singing. But there was something
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3.7K3.7K ViewsAlright fam, this week has been a wild mix of political BS, cultural wins, and queer power moves. From Trump cutting global PrEP access (ensuring HIV outbreaks—seriously, WTF), to Georgia restricting trans healthcare for adults, to Jinkx Monsoon officially becoming Hera Lilith Hoffer (witchy queen behavior!), there’s a lot to break down. Let’s go! 🚨 Trump Ends PrEP Distribution—Setting Up
Read More126126 Views¡Hola, mis amores! Valentine’s Day is upon us, and if you’re craving something beyond the usual dinner and roses, let’s get into some unique and adventurous activities in and around Long Beach. Whether you’re celebrating with a partner, friends, or flying solo, aquí les traigo algunas opciones fabulosas: 1. Kayak Through the Naples Canals Experience the charm of Long Beach’s
Read More822822 ViewsHey, babes! Buckle up because this week has been a whirlwind of political drama, legal battles, and music legends saving our souls. From Idaho coming for marriage equality (again), to trans youth fighting back in court, to Sir Elton and Brandi Carlile making our ears very happy—there’s a lot to talk about. Let’s get into it. 💍 Idaho Wants to
Read More766766 ViewsIn the early 1950s, amidst a society rife with prejudice and legal persecution against homosexuals, a courageous group of individuals in Los Angeles dared to envision a platform for the gay community. This vision materialized as ONE Magazine, the first widely distributed pro-gay publication in the United States. Launched in January 1953 by ONE, Inc., the magazine became a lifeline
Read More1.1K1.1K ViewEl Norte Didn’t Cross Us—They Took It Si te han dicho alguna vez “Go back to where you came from,” it’s time to set the record straight: Mexicans didn’t cross the border—the border crossed us. Desde California hasta Texas, this was all México until the U.S., drunk on Manifest Destiny, straight-up stole it. What happened in the 19th century wasn’t
Read More6.4K6.4K Views🌈 Hola familia! Here is the queerst recap of last week headlines… that’s serving drama, breakthroughs, and a splash of rainbow sparkle. Sip on something tea and and let’s get into it. 🎨 Smithsonian Fumbles Felix González-Torres’s Queer Legacy The National Portrait Gallery is catching major side-eye for the way they’ve handled Felix González-Torres’s iconic piece, “Untitled (Portrait of Ross
Read More612612 ViewsAs a member of the queer community, it pains me to see how far we’ve strayed from the original intent of our Pride celebrations. What started as a movement rooted in resistance, visibility, and equality has now often become a shiny, corporate-sponsored spectacle—one where the glitter sometimes overshadows the grim reality of what’s happening in our world. Today, anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric
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