the speakeasy

black history month

black history month 2019

lgbt history

Young, Gifted, Black, and Closeted: Barbara Jordan’s Political Rise in a Country Not Yet Ready For Her

In 1974 it felt like every American was watching President Nixon’s impeachment hearings. With a single speech, a black lesbian changed the opinion of a nation. She was only getting…

Natalie —

Feb 13, 2019

black history month

black history month 2019

culture

23 Black Queer and Trans Femmes to Follow on Instagram This Black History Month

Honey, these glorious embodiments of black femme magic are about to sweep you off your feet.

Reneice Charles —

Feb 7, 2019

black history month

black history month 2019

lgbt history

The Rumors Were Enough: Josephine Baker, Frida Kahlo, Their Romance and Me

Maybe Josephine Baker and Frida Kahlo were actually lovers? Maybe they weren’t. What always mattered most was the idea that they even could.

Carmen Phillips —

Feb 4, 2019

dessert

Femme Brûlée

recipes

Femme Brûlée: Not My Aunt’s Sweet Potato Pie

Given that it’s Black History Month and we’re doing a lot of talk about celebration here since Autostraddle is turning ten, I thought it was only fitting to share a…

Reneice Charles —

Feb 2, 2019

audre lorde

black history month

politics + activism

Black Queer Resiliency Will Guide Us Through Black History Month

“I am deliberate and afraid of nothing.” – Audre Lorde

Carmen Phillips —

Feb 1, 2019

donald trump is not my president

empire

politics + activism

Empire’s Jussie Smollett Beaten in Racist, Homophobic Attack by Trump Supporters

An attack on a black gay celebrity like Jussie Smollet is also a message sent to his black and gay fans. So today, for all our queer fam out there,…

Carmen Phillips —

Jan 29, 2019

martin luther king day

the resistance

politics + activism

How Coretta Scott King Leveraged MLK’s Legacy to Fight for Gay Rights

On this Martin Luther King Day, Autostraddle remembers the activist legacy of Coretta Scott King and her fight for gay rights.

Carmen Phillips —

Jan 21, 2019

claws

latinx

tv feature

Latinx Butches Lit Up Television in 2018

I considered titling this “Latinx Butches 2018: Welcome To The Thirst Trap,” but that didn’t seem very professional, you know?

Carmen Phillips —

Dec 31, 2018

but make it fashion

India

issues

Hippie Pants Make Me Feel Pretty — and Guilty

“I wear Spiritual Awakening Pants, because I look good in them and sometimes I crave that feeling. I feel guilty while I do it, like I’m legitimising the remnants of…

bee —

Dec 6, 2018

"personality cult"

beyonce

first person

Stories About Beyoncé That Are Really About the First Girl I Ever Loved

“I never could explain why my heart pounded when her soft hands reached out for mine. Why it felt like I was the only girl in the world, singing with…

Carmen Phillips —

Nov 28, 2018

#affiliatemarketing

holiday gift guide

lgbtq+ businesses

Holigay Gift Guide: Support These Indie POC Designers 2k18!

We’ve got it all! From makeup and skincare products, to statement tees and accessories! I’m confident that you’ll find more than a few items to give someone that you love.

Carmen Phillips —

Nov 26, 2018

michelle rodriguez

the speakeasy

movie reviews

“Widows” Review: Viola Davis Kicks Ass, Takes Back What the Patriarchy Stole

These women aren’t ultimately just stealing the money. They’re stealing back the ability to control their own lives. To get in at least one solid kick against the rancid, putrid…

Carmen Phillips —

Nov 19, 2018