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black history month 2020

The Quiet Lesbian Biography of Lorraine Hansberry

‪There is sufficient evidence, both from Lorraine Hansberry’s own hand and from those with whom she interacted socially, that she was a lesbian. But the how of it all —…

Natalie —

Feb 25, 2020

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martin luther king day

politics + activism

What Can Black Queer People Learn From the Lost Queer Joy of the Civil Rights Movement?

More than anything, this year, I wish black queer and trans people JOY. Martin Luther King didn’t fight that damn hard for us not to have a quality of life…

Carmen Phillips —

Jan 20, 2020

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“Sighted Eyes/Feeling Heart: Lorraine Hansberry” Is the Documentary We All Need and Deserve in 2018

She inspired a Nina Simone song. She was clocked by the Feds. She wore pearl earrings. She gave a generation of Black actors the roles that would define their careers.

fonseca —

Jan 15, 2018

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team pick

lgbt history

Lorraine Hansberry Liked, Hated and Was Bored To Death With Being A Lesbian

Lorraine Hansberry’s lists of stuff she Liked, Hated and was Bored to Death With puts everyone currently working in the list business to shame.

Brittani —

Jun 18, 2014