Happy Friday, Out readers!
Are you tired of straight people taking up space in queer safe havens? Columnist Moises Mendez II addresses this problem in his latest edition of Straight Nonsense, where he "takes a queer eye to the insanity of straight culture."
In the newest entry in the series, Moises recalls a recent night out at a Brooklyn party called BearMilk, a monthly underwear party for bears and the people who love them. Unfortunately, his safe space was invaded by a group of "young, seemingly straight college-aged people" who "appeared uneasy and gawked at the attendees in their underwear."
It felt like a violation," he writes. "This group of young people, who looked like they belonged in the Lower East Side and whose names are probably Brad, Chad, and Jessica, fully realize that they are in a space that's not meant for them, but remain amidst the sea of dirty looks from the bears in attendance. It goes without saying that queer spaces are sacred, especially in today's political climate, on top of the fact that there are thousands of straight bars or activities where you, straight offenders, can spend your time. Still, you'd rather accost queer people of color with your presence in a space that they get to enjoy once a month, if that."
This is the latest issue Moises has covered in his column. Other subjects include Kylie Jenner reheating her own nachos, AI "actress" Tilly Norwood, and former Try Guys star Ned Fulmer. Make sure you look out for future entries!
Keep reading to find out the Gayest Song of the Week and all the best pop culture news.
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Gayest Song of the Week
Towa Bird's song "Your Girl" off the soundtrack for the Netflix series Nobody Wants This is our gayest song of the week!
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