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It’s not just a political disagreement we’re talking about. For too long, we’ve been expecting LGBTQ+ people to appease those who do not recognize, respect or accept our full humanity.

The thing is, going along to get along isn’t a fair request when it means having to compromise your own authentic self to appease people who believe that your authentic self is something too terrible to accept. Full article link in bio.
See you in the middle of nowhere. Don’t miss Kacey Musgraves live at PPG Paints Arena on Sept 8th. Get tickets at link in bio.

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Pride. HIV outreach. An AIDS memorial garden. For generations, Pittsburgh’s “Fruit Loop” has been a queer gathering place. Now the City has different plans for Prospect Drive in Schenley Park. Read the history and the City's plan link in bio.
Helping Hands is building community, friendship, and peer support for people living with HIV in Pittsburgh, while finding ways to extend that care to others. Full article link in bio.
The DOJ backed down. 200 LGBTQ & allies hit the river. And Pittsburgh’s gay softball league crowned its champs.

Here are 3 queer news stories you might’ve missed this week in Pittsburgh and Western PA.