Okay, we are giving y'all the greats this week! If you're a fan of the old school, you're going to enjoy this sample from Sister Rosetta Tharpe. If you know about being Queer, then you know it's a constant process. And If you know good books, then you'll love this photo book on Queer Love. 

Song of the Show:

- As a 2018 inductee of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Sister Rosetta Tharpe continues to go down in history as one of the greatest legends to play music. She was an American singer, songwriter, recording artist, and even played the guitar. Mostly known for her influence in Gospel music, Tharpe was very popular in the 1930s and 1940s. 

- In the song "Don't Take Everybody To Be Your Friend", you'll hear a mix of the Rock and Gospel vibes that she usually went for. It's tracks like this that have inspired other new artists to be diverse in their music. 

Featured Story:

- In the story of Kennedy, the character talks about coming out. Not once. Not twice. But over and over again. Now luckily, the more that you do it, the easier it gets. However, no Queer, Trans or Non-binary person should have to announce their sexuality to affirm society's standards. 

- We're finally glad to have the amendment to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, which protects LGBTQ individuals against discrimination. However, we know that it's not enough. With way too many Anti-Trans and Anti-LGBTQ bills being proposed in Congress/government, we have to keep pushing for systemic change towards equity.  

- The journey is never easy, but these stories are here to show others that they are not alone in their intersectional experiences. We hope to continue fostering a deeper sense of belonging for our community and spreading more love with each story. 

Black & Queer @ The Table:

- What started as a newsroom conversation and post-breakup article quickly became an inspirational story that led to a hardcopy book. When Jamal Jordan (digital editor, journalist, and author) wrote 'Queer Love in Color', it was as if the media finally saw Black, LGBTQ culture for what it was. Fill with love.

- He traveled to 17 different cities compiling stories and research on Queer people finding and fighting for love. In the highly recommended, coffee table must-have photo book, you can read all about the different journeys that have built our community. 

Resources:

- Coming out over and over again 

- Are L.G.B.T. employees at Catholic institutions protected by the new SCOTUS ruling?

- Special Report: 3.4% of U.S. Adults Identify as LGBT

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