What is it like living in Mississippi and being gay and a drag queen?
It's not as bad as you might think. I live in the biggest city in Mississippi. Cities tend to be a bit more progressive in general. But even those of my friends who live in small towns, while dealing with 'those' looks and an occasional comment or two, don't have to fear for their lives every day while being openly gay.
That being said, there are places where I would NEVER let it be known that I'm gay for fear of my life. This is the same all over though.
I guess if I had to sum it up in one neat paragraph:
In my experience, Being gay in Mississippi is different only in extremity compared to other parts of the country. We deal with the same issues, the same bigotry and the same lack of civil rights that every other gay person in the country has to confront. Perhaps we have a bit more than our fair share, but it is found all over.
That being said, there are places where I would NEVER let it be known that I'm gay for fear of my life. This is the same all over though.
I guess if I had to sum it up in one neat paragraph:
In my experience, Being gay in Mississippi is different only in extremity compared to other parts of the country. We deal with the same issues, the same bigotry and the same lack of civil rights that every other gay person in the country has to confront. Perhaps we have a bit more than our fair share, but it is found all over.
cadbury creme eggs or $50? LOL ;)
I'd choose $50 for sure! Then I could go to amazon.com and order a case of 48 Cadbury Creme Eggs! Hahaha.
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