Where There's Woke WTW86: The New York Times Pride Hate Crime
Aug 1, 2025
In a heated critique, the hosts take on a controversial New York Times op-ed by Andrew Sullivan, arguing that it undermines LGBTQ+ rights during Pride Month. They highlight the selective use of legal victories and the ongoing threats to marriage equality. The discussion delves into Project 2025's conservative agenda and its implications for the community. They challenge misconceptions about funding in LGBTQ+ organizations and mock Sullivan's grievances about identity labels. The hosts celebrate the beauty of Pride and preview more personal reflections.
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Media Privilege Framing Harms Pride
- The hosts call out The New York Times for publishing Andrew Sullivan's transphobic op-ed during Pride month and framing it as a betrayal.
- They argue this piece weaponizes privilege and misses ongoing threats to LGBTQ+ rights despite past wins.
Legal Wins Are Not Permanent
- The hosts highlight that legal victories (e.g., marriage equality) don't end the need for activism because rights can be reversed.
- They warn that Supreme Court control makes past gains fragile and political work remains crucial.
Project 2025 Mirrors Exclusionary Family Views
- They connect Project 2025's family definition to a conservative blueprint that excludes queer families.
- Lydia argues that Project 2025's language reflects a coordinated policy agenda, not harmless rhetoric.
