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‘TRUE RECKONING’
Black queer and transgender people have always had to remind the rest of the community of our prominence—despite the fact that the movement was co-led by us since the beginning.
Ernest Owens is the Writer at Large for Philadelphia magazine and CEO of Ernest Media Empire, LLC. The award-winning journalist has written for the New York Times, CNN, NBC News, MTV News, and several other major publications. Follow him on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram and at ernestowens.com.
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Black queer and transgender people have always had to remind the rest of the community of our prominence—despite the fact that the movement was co-led by us since the beginning.
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Mess
Chicago prosecutors have dropped all charges against Jussie Smollett. Chicago's police chief and mayor say they think he's guilty. The damage the case has done continues.
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STAR POWER
Chicago Police sources now suggest he staged what he says was a racist and homophobic attack on him. Smollett vigorously denies it. Whatever the truth, it's a moment to reflect.
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Horrific
Jussie Smollett's attack is a stark consequence of society’s struggle with race and sexuality. America must recognize the unique experiences, and oppression, of black LGBTQ people.
