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A Bit Fruity with Matt Bernstein
LGBT Conservatives
Sep 19, 2023
Natalie Wynn, known as Contrapoints, helps us understand LGBT conservatives and the division within queer political groups. They discuss the emergence of conservative queer influencers and the reasons behind their views on non-binary people. The conversation explores the use of euphemism in politics, delves into the struggles of gay conservatives, and navigates the complexities of differing beliefs within a friendship.
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- The podcast discusses the historical tension between assimilationist and liberationist strategies within the LGBTQ movement, tracing it back to the pre-Stonewall era and the shift towards a more liberationist approach after the Stonewall riots.
- The discussion highlights the role of self-hate and trauma in shaping the political beliefs of queer conservatives, addressing their projection of self-hatred onto others and the complexities of their motivations, including the craving for approval and validation from those who may never fully accept them.
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Revisiting the tension between assimilationist and liberationist approaches in the LGBTQ movement
The podcast episode explores the historical tension within the LGBTQ movement between assimilationist and liberationist strategies. It traces the roots of this divide back to the pre-Stonewall era and highlights how the Stonewall riots marked a shift towards a more liberationist approach. The episode examines the current fractured state of queer politics, with hashtags like #gaynotqueer and #LGBTwithouttheT gaining popularity. It also delves into the phenomenon of queer conservatives and the complexities of their political beliefs. The discussion provides insights on shame, scapegoating, and the need for validation within the LGBTQ community.
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