Mason Deaver’s novel “I Wish You All the Best” dives into complex issues within the LGBTQIA+ community. The story begins with Ben coming out to their parents as nonbinary and being kicked out of their house, to then living with their sister and exploring their queer identity in an accepting environment. Analyzing the themes of...
Photo by Ingo Doerrie on Unsplash The concept of ‘realness’ is a term that is for and against gender norms at the same time. According to the film Paris is Burning, ‘realness’ means to be able to blend and “look like your straight counterpart” (18:43). But what is your straight counterpart? How does one fit...
Photo by Sung Jin Cho on Unsplash Recently, Bella Ramsey (they/them) was nominated for an Emmy, increasing the discussion on gender-neutral award show nominations. Current award shows include male and female categories, yet non-binary and gender non-conforming people aren’t recognized within these separations. Bella Ramsey responded to this issue stating, “I don’t want the limitations...