Ep 17: For Better And Worse (Editorial)
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So much is happening in this world of ours. But with all of the current events, one of the most pressing questions is simple: is it getting better or worse for trans individuals? In this episode, I look at the current state of the world and seek to answer this question as best I can. While I am more inclined to feed the activist in me, I also see the good that is happening by trans individuals and our allies. Progress doesn't come easily, as the current events dictate. But like any civil rights fight, there will be progress and opposition in constant flux.
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