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Let's be clear: the 'a' in LGBTQIA+ is for aspec people. It is not ally. Being an ally also isn't an LGBTQ+ identity. But it is someone who, in a basic definition, supports and accepts LGBTQ+ people and all identities that are LGBTQ+. Today we have the ally flag (black and white with a traditional rainbow  flag 'A') explaining how to be a good ally.

Number 1. Don't say things like 'you're so pretty to be ace' or 'you look good- for a trans person'. These are not nice and these aren't supportive or accepting things to say.

Number 2. When people come out, your reaction should not be something like 'do you like me, then?' This is not supportive, and instead say something like, 'okay, I support you and accept you'. 

Number 3. Go to pride as an ally. You don't need to do this to be a good ally, but if you give out hugs to people who need them, that could make someone's day better. Not everyone is supported, accepted, or safe in their situation, part of their situation, or any past situation.

Number 4. Stand up for people. This should go without explanation: you should always do this, unless someone is actually in the wrong by bullying or something like that. Don't stand up for hatred.

Number 5. Stop with the 'straight pride' nonsense. Honestly, you've had recognition for ages and we're just gaining adequate representation. Also, horrible things happen to LGBTQ+ people, especially trans people. Straight and cis people do have privilege and rights. We're still getting ours. And also, realize that gay marriage was just legalized in 2015, at least in the United States. 2015. How long has it been legal for straight people? That's right. Way longer.

Thank you. Remember this and please give me more requests. I only need a few more!

Bye! Ally

Autographs- Anyway, bye!




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Well said, Wn! I agree, I'm tired of straight people saying that we don't deserve our rights and saying that they deserve a "straight pride month" or something. They have had their rights for as long as time itself. LGBTQIA+ people have been around just as long as them, but we still have to fight for our rights every day. Especially trans people.

Thanks for making these posts!

Luv u

- Dino
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Ikr! I think that of they had a small history lesson and they actually learned about why we have pride month, they might even learn a bit more!

I like making these posts, and I hope people are getting educated and seeing their identities represented. :)

:DDD
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And people under the non-binary umbrella. Most public restrooms only have a men or women’s section, and also, almost all pro sports are divided into men and women.

The above paragraph are 2 examples of non-binary erasure, which is also a big problem.
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@EloquentRacer92

I agree. Non-Binary people deserve representation and love, and so does everyone else under the trans/nonbinary umbrellas. For me at least, I'm genderfluid, meaning my gender fluctuates and changes. Some days I feel more masculine and wish I could just walk into the mens bathroom at school, but I look so feminine I know I cant. I just wish society didn't treat NB and trans people like they were aliens.

- Dino
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Elo, I agree. I don't get why there aren't gender-neutral sports teams in most pro sports. And games. And basically everything in sports. And every place needs a gender-neutral bathroom.
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At least I have 2 supporters. 2 people who know that this is a big issue.

Are either of you 13+? Because we’re gonna need a petition. A real one. (One on Care2 or change.org as they are the 2 largest petition sites)
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I'm not, sadly, but I think Dino is almost 13? (I might be wrong, I know you were saying you [Dino] were going into 7th grade, though).
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I know you aren’t, Writingnerd. I’m just wondering if Dino is.
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Okay :)
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I agree with absolutely everything on this list! I am willing to admit to myself that I think some of these things, but I never say them. I love this post, and thank you for speaking of the allies (like me) as well!

:D

-Nobi
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*thought

THOUGHT, NOBI, THOUGHT! YOU DON'T THINK AT ALL IF YOU KEEP MAKING TENSE ERRORS LIKE THIS—
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