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THIS ISSUE’S THEME IS:
gay rights & gay wrongs
A Special Pride Edition of Fruitslice
WELCOME TO issue 3 of fruitslice
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Welcome to The Special Pride Edition of Fruitslice!
In the spirit of Pride month and the ongoing relentless fight for Queer rights and liberation for all, we are exploring the theme:
“Gay Rights & Gay Wrongs.”
We’re focusing on the fight for equality, recognizing that our progress has demanded using unconventional methods and rebellion against oppressive structures.“Gay Wrongs” is a cheeky nod to the complexities and nuance of the struggle, acknowledging that the path to liberation is not paved by politeness. Sometimes, we have to get a little messy to fight back against capitalism, imperialism and bigotry: no one of us can be free until all of us are free.
In other words, “Be Gay, Do Crime.”
At Pride, we remember the Stonewall riots and celebrate the resilience of our community in its relentless pursuit of liberation. We are recognizing how far we’ve come and how far we have yet to go.
We affirm the right of Queer individuals to be flawed, imperfect, and commit their own “gay wrongs” without judgment or scrutiny.
Despite the rumors, Marsha P. Johnson was not always considered “very respectable.”
This theme encourages exploration of the diverse facets of Queer existence, from the joys of authenticity to the messy, imperfect realities of life and love.
As always, we invite contributors to interpret the theme in their own unique ways.
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